Sai CheechHatesClowns
So I've been in regular plays and improvisation shows but I've never been in a musical. Although, it is one of my dreams to be in a musical. The only problem is, I cannot sing. I enjoy singing (especially in the car) but I don't have a great voice at all. So here's my question: do you have to be a great singer to be in a musical, lead or otherwise? Is it at all possible for me to be a better singer by way of classes so that one day I may be in a musical?
The only way that I can think of for me to be in a musical is if I played a character where good singing isn't necessary, you understand?
Anyway, your opinions are highly valued. Thank you!
To be in a musical, you don't have to have thunderstriking pipes! BUT
it helps to know how to read music, and know what your singing.
It also helps to be extremely dramatic-theatrical. You can definitely get away with being in chorus if there is alot of dancing, because half of the time choreography and not have an amazing voice. You can also get away with having a part that may not require 'pure' singing like a lead, but you can definitely get a character that sings theatrically. For instance a character thats quirky and has a thick accent, so singing ' in character' could do you well.
Musicals are fun because you get to have something in common with everyone, the music. Its not just dialogue, its music.
Also, training outside of the musical-drama is greatly encouraged, especially if it is something your interested in. It strangthens your voice, determination, ethic and just helps understand the music-theatre portion all around.
My problem is, I can't act unless I sing. Its weird. I can sort-of act, buts its all generic, and cold readings just about kill me...whereas if I'm always singing, I'm constantly able to stay in character and emotion.
Which is why I'm going in for opera, and not musical theatre .