<p>Just curious. What is the best way to handle a false start? If the student doesn't like the way it's going, or flubs a line along the way, is it ok to begin again? </p>
<p>Also, are students usually asked to remove their glasses?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>I would say do not begin again, just keep going the best you can…exactly as you would on stage.</p>
<p>It’s unlikely that your child, who has undoubtedly had stage experience and hopefully will have worked for months on the monologues, will have any problems. :)</p>
<p>Can’t imagine them asking anybody to take off glasses!</p>
<p>There’s a link on the MT forum about a kid who auditioned last year who was asked to remove his glasses. Maybe if you have heavy frames or Coke bottle lenses they want to see your eyes better. </p>
<p>I would think a kid who’s in theatre probably should get used to wearing contacts. Glasses don’t always work for various parts, don’t you think?</p>
<p>Definitely my opinion as a performer is to proceed past a blip as if it never happened. Maybe if you had a giant sneeze right as you were starting you could start again, or something like that.</p>
<p>My D left out 2 measures of a concerto she auditioned recently. You just have to pretend it’s normal! (She got picked, in case you’re wondering.)</p>
<p>Thanks all. I’m really overthinking this. All will be well. :)</p>