Monologues

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Who do you like best ~ Walter? Peanut? Melvin? Jose Jalapeño on a STEEK? My favorite is Achmed the Dead Terrorist! Now you can see them all at a town near you! In 2008, Jeff Dunham and his "gang" are touring across the United ... more »

How to Perform a Monologue

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A monologue is an actor's calling card to finding a job, as it provides an opportunity for the producers or director to evaluate his ability to inhabit a character. The style and delivery of the monologue is critical to the success of the piece. ... more »

How to Perform at a Comedy Club Open Mic

By KeithS

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For those who are just starting out in comedy, the open mic at a comedy club is your best opportunity to hone your craft. An open mic refers to a night at a comedy club when the stage, and the microphone (or mic), is open to anyone. However, ... more »

How to Memorize a Shakespearean Monologue

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Shakespeare can be difficult for many people to read, much less memorize and speak aloud. Keeping in mind that Shakespeare wrote in a different time, but often about subjects that are still very modern today, can help you warm up to his plays. If ... more »

How to perform at The Manhattan Monologue Slam in New York City!

By adriennezurub

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Going to New York City to perform anything in any venue is a head rush. It puts you in the big league and more importantly allows you to realize how very ordinary other actors, performers, and so-called stars of television and stage really are! ... more »

How to Pick an Audition Monologue

By Valerie Brooks

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Winning a role may depend on what audition monologue you choose and how well you deliver it. Know the ins and outs of choosing the perfect monologue from an acting teacher who also held numerous auditions throughout New York and Philadelphia... more »

How to Start a Church Drama Team

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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A drama team can add a new element to a church's worship service. Drama teams can perform short skits or full two-hour plays, and allow people who would not otherwise sing, act or play an instrument to get involved in church in a special way... more »

How to Behave During an Audition

By Valerie Brooks

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Landing a role is partly based on how you behave during an audition. Professionalism and experience go a long way when the agent or casting director decides who they want to work with. Have the inside edge and use it every time... more »

How to Blow Benniwhads in your Shubashuda

By MrBB

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I am writing this shortly after midnight on April Fools Day. Proceed throughout this article with that in mind... more »

How to Overcome the Fear of Reading Poetry to an Audience

By Larry Fike, M.Phil.

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You've written some poetry, and now you want to take that next step - which is sometimes very scary. But reading your poetry in public can also be exhilarating and liberating once you overcome your fears. This activity can also make you aware ... more »

How to Read Aloud Effectively in 10 Easy Steps

By Ursula Anderson

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Many people do it; few do it well. Whether reading aloud to a small child or addressing the state assembly, there are ways to get your message across, clearly, comfortably, and even entertainingly. Here are a few tips on how to go about it... more »

How to Tell Jokes Like Larry the Cable Guy

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Daniel Lawrence Whitney, better known to the public as Larry the Cable Guy, is one of the hottest blue-collar comedians. His humor keeps his adult audience rolling with laughter. If you want to tell jokes like Larry the Cable Guy, let's "Git-R-Done.".. more »

How to accept being booed and heckled on stage

By Lucent

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No matter what stage appearance, whether your giving a formal, informal, dance or comedic presentation, no one likes being heckled or booed on stage. It can discourage you from ever attempting it again, if you don't know how to deal with it... more »

How to Choose an Audition Piece for Theater School

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Few auditions are as important for an actor as the one he gives for theater school. Proper selection in choosing an audition piece is key. Here are some tips to rise to the top of the shortlist... more »

How to Craft Your Solo Show

By Jesse Schmitt

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Many people have apprehensions about acting solo. Even professional/schooled performers will often shy away from this very naked and very private exposition into the world of theater. While doing a solo show that is written large before you and ... more »

How to Make the Best of Your Theatre Audition

By lindsaylou14

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So, you’ve decided you want to audition for a play, or a musical, or even a theatre troop. Maybe you’ve decided which role you would want to portray. Maybe you only want to be in the chorus, or the ensemble. Or perhaps you’re taking a chance, ... more »

How to Memorize Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address

By Jane Smith

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There are many times when being able to persuade someone is very important to success. Oratory is the art of giving a speech that calls others to action. Memorizing Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address will help you practice your oratorical skills... more »

How to Be Funny

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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A comedian can see through phoniness to reality and show it to other people... more »

How to Do a Character Voice

By EliazarPlatt

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Whether you're reading to children or looking for a career in voice-over recording, you need character voices. You may not think you're able to do it, but it's easier than you think. Here's how... more »

How to Make a Stovepipe Hat

By Jane Smith

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Lincoln's stovepipe hat, beard, black tailored trousers and long frock coat have been stuck in the minds of millions. This look was typical for gentlemen of the late Victorian Era. Here is how to make your own stovepipe hat... more »

How to Prepare a Monologue

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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A well-prepared monologue will help you get roles... more »

How to Scream

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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A great scream makes a movie scene. In a song, it conveys emotions ranging from passion to pain. A scream is also an effective personal stress management tool. But cathartic as it may be, screaming is not as easy to master as you might think. ... more »

How to Develop a Character in a Monologue

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At the heart of every monologue is the character. You must “get” the voice and tap into the personality. You've only got a few minutes to prove to a casting director that your acting abilities can carry a character through an entire play. It’s ... more »

How to Memorize a Monologue

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No matter how long the monologue is and no matter how dodgy your memory may be, memorizing a monologue can be easy. It takes time and patience, but if you are diligent about memorizing a monologue there are tips that can help... more »

How to Pick a Shakespeare Monologue for an Audition

By NicoleRae

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Do you have an audition coming up and they want you to do a classical monologue from Shakespeare? Never done a Shakespeare monologue? Take a deep breath. The key is to have an open mind and an open heart... more »

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