How to Audition for Little Shop of Horrors
Determine which character you will try out for and practice for that part., Go to auditions with a positive attitude. , Be prepared to sing, dance and read lines from a script., Do character research on the different characters: Seymour Krelborn...
Step-by-Step Guide
-
Step 1: Determine which character you will try out for and practice for that part.
Different directors require different things in auditions.
Try to find out ahead of time what the director of your production will require. , He's a bit of a klutz, and he's a nerd.
He's also deeply in love with Audrey, his coworker.
The actor portraying Seymour must learn to speak softly while still projecting.
He should never fade into the curtain.
Audrey:
Uses a very high and squeaky voice in some productions.
Her singing parts are also higher.
Audrey has a bit of a Brooklyn accent, like saying "Da" instead of "the".
Ask the director what elements they would like to include in the role.
Mr.
Mushnik:
Uses foreign accent to sing with, Dutch or Russian would be best.
The movie used a heavier actor but physical appearances will probably not be a factor in a school or local production.
He's Seymour and Audrey's boss at the flower shop, and when he rants, it sounds like Yiddish.
Orin Scrivello (D.D.S.):
An evil, sadistic dentist who dresses like a leftover from the movie Grease (and who also happens to be Audrey's boyfriend), he speaks with a relatively cool and low drawl.
His singing role includes some spoken and yelled words, and the actor portraying him must learn to laugh like he's on drugs.
Audrey 2 (voice):
Sings in a powerful, deep R&B bass-baritone voice but some parts require higher notes. (sung to Tenor Bb if "Mean Green Mother" is included.) A good vocal range IS required, plus (if the director wishes) a good understanding of 70's African-American idiom within R&B/Funk. (Vocal growl, pops & whistles.
Watch the movie.) This part also includes an evil laugh.
Work out a way to yell in a melodically low voice.
Audrey 2 (puppetry):
In addition to the voice, a puppeteer needs to be on stage manipulating three of the four Audrey II puppets, being on stage for the majority of the show.
While a trained puppeteer is generally preferred, if there is none, then generally a strong person will probably get the position. -
Step 2: Go to auditions with a positive attitude.
-
Step 3: Be prepared to sing
-
Step 4: dance and read lines from a script.
-
Step 5: Do character research on the different characters: Seymour Krelborn: Has a high baritone singing voice.
Detailed Guide
Different directors require different things in auditions.
Try to find out ahead of time what the director of your production will require. , He's a bit of a klutz, and he's a nerd.
He's also deeply in love with Audrey, his coworker.
The actor portraying Seymour must learn to speak softly while still projecting.
He should never fade into the curtain.
Audrey:
Uses a very high and squeaky voice in some productions.
Her singing parts are also higher.
Audrey has a bit of a Brooklyn accent, like saying "Da" instead of "the".
Ask the director what elements they would like to include in the role.
Mr.
Mushnik:
Uses foreign accent to sing with, Dutch or Russian would be best.
The movie used a heavier actor but physical appearances will probably not be a factor in a school or local production.
He's Seymour and Audrey's boss at the flower shop, and when he rants, it sounds like Yiddish.
Orin Scrivello (D.D.S.):
An evil, sadistic dentist who dresses like a leftover from the movie Grease (and who also happens to be Audrey's boyfriend), he speaks with a relatively cool and low drawl.
His singing role includes some spoken and yelled words, and the actor portraying him must learn to laugh like he's on drugs.
Audrey 2 (voice):
Sings in a powerful, deep R&B bass-baritone voice but some parts require higher notes. (sung to Tenor Bb if "Mean Green Mother" is included.) A good vocal range IS required, plus (if the director wishes) a good understanding of 70's African-American idiom within R&B/Funk. (Vocal growl, pops & whistles.
Watch the movie.) This part also includes an evil laugh.
Work out a way to yell in a melodically low voice.
Audrey 2 (puppetry):
In addition to the voice, a puppeteer needs to be on stage manipulating three of the four Audrey II puppets, being on stage for the majority of the show.
While a trained puppeteer is generally preferred, if there is none, then generally a strong person will probably get the position.
About the Author
Amanda Scott
Committed to making DIY projects accessible and understandable for everyone.
Rate This Guide
How helpful was this guide? Click to rate: