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Well, I'm just waiting for the auditions to come in. I've sent in mine.
Oh, that's great, Daniel. I can't wait to see it or hear it, whatever.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
I've been having trouble with the auiofarm account, but I'll post now.
:eek:Quote:
Originally Posted by NickAdams
Sorry about that. What was going on?
Drkshadow03’s audition for Hamlet:
http://www.audiofarm.org/audiofiles/...amlet-audition
DWolfman’s audition for Claudius:
http://www.audiofarm.org/audiofiles/...man-s-audition
DanielBenoit’s audtions for Hamlet:
http://www.audiofarm.org/audiofiles/...amlet-audition
I reset the password, because I couldn't log in and the user name they kept sending me was actually the display name. I remembered what the user name was and now we have auditions.:)Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
By the way, I didn't have a microphone at the time I did mine :redface:
But I have one now. . .
DWolfman? Never seen you around. I've searched you, but your profile doesn't come up. Great auditioin by the way.Quote:
Originally Posted by NickAdams
You too DrkShadow, excellent job :).
Wow, I really get action when I ask for it. Wondered where you got to Nick; now I don't feel badly; I am always forgetting passwords myself...that can be such a hassle; I see others do it, too.Quote:
Originally Posted by NickAdams
Wowy, we have some budding actors here. Bravo! I am glad you all choose different parts to act out. I like the sound of all your voices; good job. Both Daniel and Drkshadow have youthful voices; also liked the prior audition(s) for Hamlet. I like your voice for Claudius a lot, DWolfman. I think you have good pacing and can even slow up a little more. I think you all tend to rush it a bit or lag too much at times. But glad to see the auditions coming in now; you all did so well! Way better than I could ever do, even in my dreams. I reserve any more comments, till we are ready to make final decisions. How do we do that - do we vote? The role of Hamlet seems to have three contestants so far, right? Daniel, how did you record that, if you didn't have a microphone? I did hear some background noise, which distracted me. If you wish, I would feel sure everyone wouldn't mind if you redid it, since you didn't have a correct microphone at the time. What does everyone say to that idea?
Remember the roles of Laertes and Horatio are great parts. I would think, also, that someone could have a great time with the Polonius role....really ham that one up.
Yeah, sorry about that :redface:
I'll try to redo it. I have a mic now you know, so when we get to the scenes it will be much better :D
Oh good; glad you can do it over. Daniel, if you don't mind my putting my two cents in, I think you could enunciate a little more in that speech and pace yourself, too; Hamlet and the ghost are very different type performances; but this one of yours reminds me of your ghost...a little subdued and dreamy...remember Hamlet is pretty angry at this point - resentful. I like that you choose this speech; it's a good one.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
I wonder why no one yet has choosen the 'rogue and peasant slave' speech. I love that one in the beginning of the play.
Remember all, that Hamlet is a vital young man who is grieving his father's death and trying to deal with this new reality...or seeking what is truly his own reality/responsibility at this time...Hamlet is always introspective and questioning; but he's also manic and rebellious at times. His emotions run the gamet...sad, sorrowful, resentful, manic, questioning, uncertain, etc....his emotions/actions are like a roller coaster ride. That's what makes the character so fascinating - the sudden changes in tone/aspect, etc. within Hamlet himself.
Oh lordy, the casting director is doing the director's job now....I do believe I see rotten tomatoes flying towards my computer screen! I better run and hide.....
Insight is valuable regardless of whom it comes from, especially in community projects like this one. And remember, Janine -- small dogs and dirty laundry. :D My compliments to the three latest auditions!
Thanks Modi, I was beginning to wonder if my 'constructive' criticism was going to wound anyone; which I would never want to happen. I am too nice a soul, perhaps to be casting director. I think you all have great potennial, but, just a suggestion, mind you; you might consider a little more energy in the part; Hamlet is despressed, but he's not dying yet; far from it; he's not crazy over the idea at the end either. I hope whatever I say, makes some bit of sense. I have watched the Hamlet films, so many times and I think by now I know Hamlet; but of course, that's just my personal perception and you all have your own interpretations...I appreciate that. This is making me want to see my Hamlet films again. Of course, I have read the play, too; twice or more in my lifetime. Also, listened to audio productions...still that hardly makes me the expert...but I do love the play!Quote:
Originally Posted by Modigliani
Now there is a possible role for me - dogs or dirty laundry...hahah....oh boy! eeekkk
Where's toni, our beloved Ophelia?
Dear toni's country has, as you might know, been hit by a terrible typhoon. She's okay, but as far as I know, she has been working all day everyday volunteering to help the thousands of people who are now homeless.Quote:
Originally Posted by Janine
Sorry toni for speaking for you, but I know that you're busy :redface:
It's okay, we have all the time in the world.
Oh Daniel, I was coming back, thinking of editing my post; I don't want you guys to get angry with me. I should reserve any observations/criticisms until everyone submits auditions. We do have plenty of time. We can definitely wait for toni.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
I did see that briefly on the news; then thought of all my good friends in the Phillipines; I hope they are are all ok. I know that toni would be so kind to help out; she is a good person. She and her sisters are true aces; they come from a good family. I have known them awhile now and they are the nicest young women (talented, too) and outstanding members here. Did they start a thread or anything on the floods, do you know? I am now really concerned/worried. To be honest with you, I don't watch TV and I happen to see that and then forgot about it. How terrible it must be.
Yeah so am I :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Janine
But I talked to her this morning, she's fine and safe, she or her family wasn't effected at all. . . .though another two typhoons are coming :cold:
I feel really bad about it :(
You mean two more typhoons are on their way? Oh gosh, if that be so, now I am truly scared and worried for them and for my other friends here on Litnet.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
Yeah it's just awful :(
I've been really worried, but she says she's fine.
Is she near the coastline? Duh, what am I saying - the whole country is an island; I forgot. Isn't a typhoon like a hurricane? Now I am really scared, too.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
Well, she lives in the Luzon area, so. . . . .I don't think so.
No, a typhoon is just a TON of rain. . .I think. On Saturday, they got the amount of rain they usually do in six months in six hours :eek:
Wow, that is unreal. Are their mountains on the islands? I wonder if she is on high ground. I hate storms like that. I get upset when hurricanes hit our coastline and I am miles inland. I don't like torrential rain or wind.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
Well, I don't know how she wasn't effected, it's really a miracle. She says that the water is thigh-deep outside, and yet not a bit of water has entered the house.
Though she did say that her bathroom ceiling collapsed (which got me REALLY worried), but other than that, nothing else has happened.
(sorry everyone for going a bit off-topic, this is just very disconcerning to many of us Lit-Netters)
Oh that's awful and if they get another one or two, it will be even worse. Why do these things seem to come in bunches. I hope the predictions are all wrong and the storms miss them. I guess the water coming down so quickly could not drain off a roof and thus the bathroom ceiling collapsed. I would just freak if that happened to me; but then again if it's way more tragic around you then you would count yourself lucky if that was all the harm that came your way. That can fixed, lives can't.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
Yes of course. They seemed to be quite prepared and cautious (thank God).
That's good. Maybe they have lived through these before. Islands get hit often with storms; still it can't be too much fun.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
Oh of course. . . . .it's just that this one was the worst they've had in forty years. . . .
Anyway, I know she'll be fine.
*edit*
(I have a feeling that the mods are going to move these posts to Live Chat, sorry Scheherazade :redface:)
Ok, I see then. She will be ok; she's a strong person and wonderful, too, to help others like that. Stop worrying. I am sure she will be just fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
I am going to go watch a movie now - no it's not Hamlet - that is over 3 hours long! Not tonight but possibly sometime this week. I am going to watch Witness I think; haven't seen it in years and I picked it up cheap; but then again I am sort of undecided.
Seems like all the Hametites are nightowls; I just happen to be up early today....hahah...See you all tonight...
Last night I watched a movie, decided against Witness and went fot Hamlet... I had to stop at Intermission. Will watch second half tonight....what a great play Hamlet is!
^Which Hamlet is it?
The full-length Kenneth Branagh version shot in marvelous 70 MM. I'm watching it on my little 8 inch Sony player. It looks fantastic! I broke my glasses and I can't see anything far off without my sunglasses on, which are prescription. I am loving it as usual. I watch it several times a year! What a case I am! :lol: When the film gets to your signature line; I feel tears welling up inside me. IQuote:
Originally Posted by DanielBenoit
Daniel, here's the Youtube clip....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHUZ1_cxdyw
Look alive, LitNet Theatre. ;) I hope interest isn't waning. I start my Elizabethan/Jacobean theatre class at the Sorbonne tomorrow morning.
Well, we're just waiting for the rest of the auditions. Toni might not be able to audition for Ophelia after all because of the brownouts in her city and because of the devasation of the typhoons. In her absence I'll just be the thread creator/moderator.
Don't forget, everyone, auditions are still needed! Multiple roles are virtually manditory.