Jenny Taylor offers insight and advice after graduating from Humber College at the top of her class


Jenny Taylor, Class of ’11 had the full attention of Grade 9 and 10 Drama students when she returned to Trafalgar Castle School recently to conduct a workshop aimed at building confidence and learning how to shine in an audition.

The workshop began with introductory warm-ups and rhythm exercises designed to make the students feel more comfortable and connected. The students were then lead through a step-by-step professional audition process and learned all about wait times; taking turns; greeting the casting director; properly slating and profiling; picking up lines from the page; and general business etiquette.

“The girls did an especially great job of picking up lines off the page and connecting with the reader,” said Jenny. “They were very confident and present when they entered the room and I was really impressed with their poise and ability.”

In addition students explored the differences between film and theatre acting and had an opportunity to conduct video reviews of their auditions.

“The insight Jenny offered was astounding,” said Grade 10 student Laura Ramirez. “She is a great speaker and offered valuable knowledge on the do's and don'ts in the acting profession.”

Jenny’s love for the stage blossomed early, when in Grade 7 she debuted as Babet in Trafalgar’s production of Les Miserables with just two lines. Jenny graduated as Anne in the 2011 production of Anne of Green Gables. One of her fondest Trafalgar memories is when the cast and crew would all stand and hold hands in a circle and pass the squeeze around before each show. “It always made me cry. That last time on stage as Anne was particularly bittersweet and awesome.”

Jenny has just graduated at the top of her class from Humber College’s two-year Acting for Film and Television program with the School of Creative & Performing Arts and credits much of her college success to Trafalgar. “As much as film is different from the stage, Trafalgar prepared me very well,” said Jenny. “The encouragement and support from my drama classes, drama festivals, house plays and productions really fueled my passion and fire for acting. Otherwise I doubt I would have had the courage and confidence to pursue my dream.”

Jenny has several agency leads and is looking forward to launching her career in film.

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