Actor? I think not.

[Kid Nino]

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Well, hi everyone. This is my first blog post so go easy on me.

Recently I auditioned for a character called Moist, for a play version of the Dr.Horrible musical. http://www.hulu.com/watch/28343/dr-horribles-sing-along-blog (US viewers only) and I'm having problems with the whole deal. I know I am not a good actor and I can't sing (Moist doesn't sing thank goodness) so I was wondering if anyone could have suggestions for how to get this character down and any general acting tips.

 

[bobson]

Why did you audition for something you knew you couldn't do?

 

[Zook]

Link to original post: Actor? I think not.



Well, hi everyone. This is my first blog post so go easy on me.

Recently I auditioned for a character called Moist, for a play version of the Dr.Horrible musical. http://www.hulu.com/watch/28343/dr-horribles-sing-along-blog (US viewers only) and I'm having problems with the whole deal. I know I am not a good actor and I can't sing (Moist doesn't sing thank goodness) so I was wondering if anyone could have suggestions for how to get this character down and any general acting tips.

Why did you audition for something you knew you couldn't do?

I can't stop laughing.

 

[El Nino]

Try taking drama classes. Acting ability is mostly built by training, though natural talent can only help you.

 

[Deleted member]

Never thought I'd see two people with Nino in their name.

 

[Kid Nino]

Why did you audition for something you knew you couldn't do?

Because the guy holding the audition said that I'm natrually like him. :/

@Nino <-Theres a first
I already do take classes however I dont feel I'm at a good enough level. I mean sometimes I do good but thats in like random spurts.

 

[j0s3ph]

Moist doesn't have too big a part iirc. Practice his lines into a mirror and video tape yourself when you think you have it down.

 

[Kid Nino]

Moist doesn't have too big a part iirc. Practice his lines into a mirror and video tape yourself when you think you have it down.

Alright, but what does iirc mean?

 

[Grey Belnades]

Alright, but what does iirc mean?

If I remember correctly or If I recall correctly. It took me awhile to figure it out myself.

 

[Noobicidal]

1. iirc

Acronym for If I Recall(or Remember) Correctly.

Person 1: Blah blah blah blah fact fact opinion blah statement.
Person 2: Nowai?
Person 1: IIRC.

The internet is a great place.

 

[Technodeath]

the interwebs is the spawn of all evil.

 

[Smith]

The internet would be okay if 4chan was never made.

 

[LordoftheMorning]

The way to get better at acting is to persevere. Find someone who can give you feedback and rehearse with him/her. You also need to distance yourself from you. Don't act like the character, be the character, then you will have no problem. You won't get too nervous and your acting should sound natural. Being comfortable while acting is the first barrier you have to get through. If you are scared, you won't put enough energy into it, and the result won't be good.

For example, back in May I started voice acting for flash productions and machinimas and the like on youtube and other places. Even though I was an actor before this, I still hated hearing my voice on a recording. It made me want to flinch each time I listened to something I had recorded. The only way I grew out of this was to plow on through it. After a while, you just get used to it, and your self-consciousness will leave you, allowing you to act naturally.

TL;DR, keep trying and actively seek feedback from others.