How to Act While Singing

Yeah! You've gained a part in the musical! But how to sing while you act? No problem. Here's how:

Steps

1. Expression. Smile if the song is happy, pout a bit if the song is sad. I know this sounds childish,but the way you move your mouth helps. Keep your eyes wide and raise your eyebrows a bit. Show off your teeth and cheekbones!
2. Practice positions that your voice sounds okay in. If you must lay on your side, practice at home singing in that position so you can find out the way your voice sounds in it.
3. Turn a bit, sway. Movements like that look amazing. Consult the director.
4. Talk to the director for tips about dancing, singing, etc.
5. Use your entire body. Body language is a universal language so use it well.
6. Try acting the song out as you would without any singing. Really get into the mindset and see how you would speak, stand, move, etc. Then sing it, attempting to do the same things.
7. It look pretty boring to just stand there, so dance! Dance in comfortable movements so you can move and sing at the same time.
8. Relax.

Tips

* Be yourself.
* Look like you are having fun.
* Practice!

Warnings

* Always listen to your director. If you don't agree or understand something he/she is telling you to do, make sure you talk to them about it.
* When using a song for an audition, don't choreograph! If they want to see you dance, they'll give you a dance to perform. Stick to natural movements.