journal 1 describe your family members and the home in which you live. be as specific and detailed...
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Journal 1Describe your family members and the home in which you live. Be as specific and detailed as possible!
Remember, journals should be about ¾ page in length!
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Quick Review!
Black Box
Black Box Reminders
– It can get VERY dark, so please be careful!– Please return costumes and makeup to their
correct location
Tool Room
Tool Room Reminders
– ALL students must ask for permission before using the Tool Room
– ALL students MUST wear safety goggles and gloves when using tools
– All tools must be returned to where you found them
– Violating any of these rules will result in your loss of privilege to use the Tool Room
The Shop
The Shop
– If something falls on the floor, pick it up!– Close-toed shoes must be worn at all times! No
sandals!– ALWAYS leave time at the end of the period to
clean up the shop, including sweeping.
Auditioning
Overview of the Unit
• We will all participate in an audition process.• Your audition will include:– Resume– Interview questions– A prepared monologue
Monologues
• Monologues must be submitted for approval on Thursday August 15th
• Monologues may not contain vulgar language or content
• Can be dramatic or comedic• About 2-3 minutes in length• Monologues MUST be memorized for the
audition!
CornellNotes
Choosing Your Monologue• Find a character that interests you• Try to find a character within your age range– 2 or 3 years younger to no more than 10 years
older• Try to choose a segment where only one
character is speaking• Choose something that will stand out– Interesting content– Range of emotions– Not commonly done piece
Other Helpful Hints
• Try to choose a piece from a play you have already read. If you haven’t read it, read it before the audition.
• Monologues can come from plays, novels, short stories, or films– If it comes from a film, make it your own!
REMEMBER, MONOLOGUES MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL ON THURSDAY!
Journal 2
Have you ever auditioned before? What was it like? What were your strengths? Weaknesses?
If you haven’t auditioned before, have you ever had an interview? Same questions!
If neither, free-write! How are you today? What’s going on with you?
Remember, ¾ of a page!
RESUME
Elements of a Resume
• Name and contact information obvious!• Education– What school?– How long?– Degree?– Any special activities/awards?
Elements of a Resume
• Experience– Relevant to the job you are applying for– Any past jobs?• Where? How long? What did you do?
• Skills– Relevant to the job you are applying for– Any awards/recognitions?– Organizations you belong to?
Elements of a Resume
• References– Include if required– Personal references• Someone not related to you who can speak about your
character– Professional references• Someone not related to you who can speak about your
job performance
Elements of a Resume
• Make sure your resume is crisp, clean, and organized!
• Should be no more than one page front and back
• When auditioning, include a headshot with your resume
Necessary Skills for Resume Writing
• Center-justify, left-justify• Double space, single space• Bold, italics, underline• Bullet points• Changing font, font color• Section breaks