been, do not carry the baggage into the audition room. Breathe in and out and show up to dazzle and deliver the character. 2. Be punctual to the auditions so that you can internalize the character and not just recite the lines, again while there stay positive. It is vital. 3. Do not compare yourself to other actors in line; this will only increase your self doubt. Even if in line with better experienced actors, stand tall, look them in the eye and smile, you are here to get a part and you are the best you can be, keep telling yourself that and it will come to pass. 4. Keep in mind, that ALL auditions are successful, regardless of the outcome. Just the fact you had one, you may have beat out 1000’s who wanted to get into that room. If you have an audition, you have already created success the second you walk in. 5. Practice, practice, practice before a mirror and with friends and If you feel you need more experience to build confidence then go out and get it, join acting classes and be proactive, push yourself beyond limits and do not accept defeat no matter what.. Remember that when you start feeling worthy, everything changes and it will show in your work which in this case is acting. You will become more alive, motivated and able to deliver. Yes that leading role is yours for the taking now go on, grab it!
Ramsey Nouah
Lupita Nyong'o Ken Ambani
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