Fiddler on the Roof Audition?

Question:I'm going to be trying out for Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof at my high school in a couple of days, and while I'm not nervous, I'm a bit skeptical.

It's pretty much between me and by best friend to get the part (a future Theatre major).. I can act like it's nobody's business, and I'm a pretty good singer, but have a really low range.

The highest note I can hit is a D, and I need an F..
are there any good methods to stretch out my range?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I'm going to be trying out for Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof at my high school in a couple of days, and while I'm not nervous, I'm a bit skeptical.

It's pretty much between me and by best friend to get the part (a future Theatre major).. I can act like it's nobody's business, and I'm a pretty good singer, but have a really low range.

The highest note I can hit is a D, and I need an F..
are there any good methods to stretch out my range?

Tevye is a great part to play and I wish you the best in your audition for it. I played him several years ago and I still have moments when I think of his plight and know the power of his faith helped him through some of life's most difficult moments. It was also there when he was happiest and celebrating. Performing the role of Tevye brings an energy that gets you through the rehearsals and helps you in your performances.
You said in your question that you have some acting and singing experience and that you have a passable talent in those areas. Along with your natural talent, you must have experienced performance energy before. In rehearsals you notice that a song has a lot of high notes or a difficult passage or two to sing, but in performance you have the energy to make those high notes soar and the difficult passages seem to come out of you with ease. That is performance energy. The role of Tevye is huge and to perform him with believability can seem very difficult at times. If you have the raw talent within you, your energy can be just enough to push you over the edge and get you the part; just enough to help you stretch your range so you can reach those upper notes and make them sound brilliant. It can also be enough to help you keep the story in your mind so you can memorize the lines and lead the cast through a very sad and yet triumphant show. The reason the actor playing Tevye comes out last on the cutain call isn't only because he's the most important character, but also because he has been the leading actor of the cast and his energy has made the production powerful and meaningful. I was uplifted by Tevye's strength when I played him and I hope you have the same life-changing experience.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF isn't just about the residents of a small town, it's about how one man and his family break with the traditions that have guided their anscestors for a long time; how they face one challenge to their way of life after another and survive, with their faith intact.
Enjoy the learning experiece whatever role you are given to portray. This show has one of the most powerful messages in the history of musical theatre. Break a leg! RobR

Vocal lessons might help extend your upper range, but will probably require more time than you have. Don't stress out over it. The musical director already has an idea of your range from the audition. They can use a different key for the song, so it is easier to sing for you, or they may have you sing another set of notes depending on the number. Talk to the music director, and express your concern. They will understand and appreciate your desire to do a good performance. Shalom, and break a leg.