I went to an audition for a play last night and it was actually a blast. The show was the comedy, "Buying the Moose," so naturally the auditions were outrageous and funny. I thought it would be a really great show to get involved in, not just because the script was so fun, but because the director was so warm and welcoming. He was artistic and a good communicator. I often find it is so hard to work with a truly talented director. Not just someone who has a vision, but someone who knows how to speak to actors and allow them to try new and fun things. I feel he would be someone who would truly bring out the best in the cast. And the prospect of working with a director like that made me more excited than the show itself. I suppose it has been a while since I have done a play, so the magic of the theatre was appealing to me as well.
I got the call this morning that I wasn't cast, but the assistant director wants to use me in an upcoming you tube web series that she is producing. So, although I didn't get the role, it did lead to another opportunity, which is fun. I think its hilarious because theatre people always think i would do so well on film because of my jawline, yet the film people tend to think I am just another pretty face. I'm sorry if thats too honest, but heres an upbeat thought to balance it out: I am doing more auditions in the past six months than I've done in two years, so I can't complain much.. I just need to find my show. Walking into this audition, I had a feeling I was a little to youthful for the female roles available, but I didn't care. I love auditions, its like a game and it energizes my soul, so I need to do this (acting). For better or worse it is my life force.
