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Jan 14, 2011 22:35:15 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2011 22:35:15 GMT
I've started taking some classes few months ago and I'm really enjoying it. I feel on a high after each class. I'm better at it than at any job I've had in the last few years. The problem is that it's difficult to make a living out of it. But I will dedicate myself to it and see where it takes me.
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Jan 15, 2011 0:51:52 GMT
Post by kakema on Jan 15, 2011 0:51:52 GMT
Go for it! Remember us when you're famous....
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Jan 15, 2011 19:32:57 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2011 19:32:57 GMT
Go for it! Remember us when you're famous.... Well that's not my goal but even if I was to succeed in acting, there's still a looong way to go now(lots of things to learn, lots of experience to acquire etc...).
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Jan 15, 2011 19:40:17 GMT
Post by kakema on Jan 15, 2011 19:40:17 GMT
I know, mate, but no harm for us to have ambitions for you!
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Jan 17, 2011 9:49:36 GMT
Post by ChaosLily on Jan 17, 2011 9:49:36 GMT
I do amateur dramatics now - started a year ago and I'm thoroughly enjoying it! I was lucky enough to be play 'Mel' in Shakers at Spalding's South Holland Centre (theatre) late last year which meant I was one of only four actors on stage. Fantastic! The buzz from it is absolutely immense, from the nervous excitement beforehand to the applause at the end. The hard bit is when the show's over - such a downer but then on to the next audition and set of rehearsals. Whether you achieve fame or not, enjoy the process and do everything you can. That buzz is so worth it!
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Jan 17, 2011 19:07:53 GMT
Post by kakema on Jan 17, 2011 19:07:53 GMT
AmDram! Fab. Somewhere in the annals there is a pic of me in a blonde wig, feathers and spangles....showgirl in 'Hello Dolly! What a hoot! Huge laugh, although I don't think I took it seriously enough for the hardcore types....
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Jan 17, 2011 22:58:16 GMT
Post by kakema on Jan 17, 2011 22:58:16 GMT
Aww, your imagination is giving you so much fun, why would I spoil things? I will say that I was wearing whopping great falsies and a big smile. (eyelashes!!!! )
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Jan 19, 2011 9:34:47 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2011 9:34:47 GMT
I do amateur dramatics now - started a year ago and I'm thoroughly enjoying it! I was lucky enough to be play 'Mel' in Shakers at Spalding's South Holland Centre (theatre) late last year which meant I was one of only four actors on stage. Fantastic! The buzz from it is absolutely immense, from the nervous excitement beforehand to the applause at the end. The hard bit is when the show's over - such a downer but then on to the next audition and set of rehearsals. Whether you achieve fame or not, enjoy the process and do everything you can. That buzz is so worth it! I wanted to ask you something, to see if you felt the same thing I did. I have Inattentive ADD, so, when I'm sitting at my desk at work, my productivity is not the best because of my wandering mind. But what I noticed is that in Acting/Theatre I do not have this problem. For instance, we had a 6 and a half hour rehearseal for a play, and I thought I would never be able to handle it. Surprisingly, I was focused the whole time (even more focused than my non-ADD colleagues). Same thing during the play, no problem whatsoever. Did you notice that too? It's strange. Maybe it's because our body is in movement so it;s easier to focus.
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Feb 1, 2011 12:05:50 GMT
Post by ChaosLily on Feb 1, 2011 12:05:50 GMT
Sorry for the late reply - I kind of wandered off and...um...well, at least the tab was constantly open so I didn't forget the forum altogether! You know how it is I've not really thought about it, but now you mention it I have no problem (with bigger parts) at rehearsals. Getting round to learning lines is a bit of a bind but I record it and practise on the move rather than sit down. At the moment I've got a very small part in Midsummer Night's Dream and those rehearsals are painful. Because I've so little to do I take stuff with me to occupy me in-between actually physically rehearsing. My daughter's in that one so I have her to deal with while we're there too (which keeps me busy!!). With Shakers, on the other hand, I was on stage and acting for the entire show and the rehearsals were great. Like you I was focussed and relaxed. I wonder if it's something to do with acting someone else? Someone who's not scatty? Maybe we should all the time!! I've just landed the lead in Fly me to the Moon (yippee!) - another John Godber play and again I don't leave the stage so I'm guessing it'll be the same for that one. Rehearsals don't start for 2 weeks and I'm itching to get on with it - which isn't like me at all!
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Apr 12, 2011 17:31:19 GMT
Post by phil on Apr 12, 2011 17:31:19 GMT
as a kid i used to do walk on scenes on a soap and have done a few films i only done walk on seens ect; but a friend of mine is in the states now earning bucks and is in a budwiser ad so it can pay off
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May 3, 2011 18:29:29 GMT
Post by kreate on May 3, 2011 18:29:29 GMT
Think its particularly important for us guys to express ourselves, dunno about you but i feel very stifled, Im always holding my mouth together afraid whats going to come out, people dont really understand as its not as obvious as tourettes but feels the same.
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Apr 17, 2012 18:46:57 GMT
Post by tomas on Apr 17, 2012 18:46:57 GMT
Good luck with your pursuits!
I too have ambitions that I am investing time into and making it my number one thing. Not with acting but anyone involved with expressive arts or performance I am happy to be amongst.
This last post, by Kreate. Wow. That little snippet. Re: Tourette's comparison. I agree! Sometimes you just don't know what's gonna come out. I get involved with banter with friends or at work and though the things I say are sort of deliberately humorous and within context on those occasions, I will walk away thinking what on earth did I just say or where did that come from.
You kinda get labelled as quirky or the office joker. Humour is good. But then you become known for a different humour and yet you're engaging with them in a way that's natural to you. Yet you realise after, they're still deciphering what you said and you stand there thinking its not that hard to fathom. I don't even try to be funny but sometimes when things are boring what's wrong with making people smile.
It's like sometimes silence is so deafening but one time in every ten you regret saying something. Not a lead balloon moment just a "shit why did I say that" that has left people thinking what the...
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Apr 17, 2012 20:58:11 GMT
Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2012 20:58:11 GMT
I trained in musical theatre and I've trained in the three separate disciplines since I was really young. I've done bits and pieces of professional work since I graduated but it's been picking up recently!
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Apr 18, 2012 12:39:22 GMT
Post by 16stonepig on Apr 18, 2012 12:39:22 GMT
Only just read this thread, and it's very interesting. I'm involved in am dram, but I can only bring myself to do shows which are a bit challenging and/or different. Shows I've done recently which really got me excited were Closer (there's a film version with Jude Law and Natalie Portman) which was really enjoyable - I got to swear and say incredibly dirty things on stage, plus it really brought out some seriously emotional moments. I also did Little Shop of Horrors recently, which I absolutely loved - I was playing Seymour, and I was constantly on stage, mixing up acting, singing and was really physically dynamic. It was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish, and I ended every night on such a high.
I reckon I've got a huge amount of raw talent for this acting stuff. I used to do it in school as well. In fact, I really wanted to chase a career on stage, but even back when I was 18 and choosing university courses, I just knew I couldn't manage myself well enough to stick with it. It always makes me incredibly sad.
I'm the same as many of you - if it's a big involving part, it waked me up and for the whole time of the rehearsals and shows, I finally feel alive and awake again. If it's a small part, I can't stay interested.
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