The Ten Most Basic Audition Tips

The 10 Most Basic Audition Tips
Which 80% of auditionees often forget

Auditioning can be stressful, but it’s the best way to find work in theater, film and commercials. Here are the Top 10 most basic rules to remember when heading out for an audition. Most people know them - but do you actively employ all ten - EVERY time!!

1. Arrive at least 15 minutes early. You don’t want to have to rush into your audition. Give yourself time to find the space and warm up.
2. Pack your bag with a book in case there is waiting and a bottle of water. Not every place has a water fountain.
3. Be nice to everybody. You never know if the person you are speaking to is important.
4. There may be several people waiting with you to audition. Remember that they are competing with you for the same job. Don’t let them intimidate you.
5. Wear neat, comfortable clothing. I know you want to look nice, but make sure you can move around the room. And don’t wear a costume. Your outfit can suggest the character such as a high-collar blouse for a period piece, but don’t get all dressed up.
6. Careful when using perfume or cologne. You don’t want to send anyone out of the room in a sneezing fit.
7. Try to find some background information about who you are auditioning for. If you are auditioning for a particular company, be familiar with their work. It can also help you decide which pieces to choose for your audition.
8. Bring clean and clearly marked sheet music. If you are auditioning for a musical, be sure the music you give the piano player is cut down to 16 bars and is free of stray marks and coffee stains.
9. If it is a professional audition bring at least five headshots. You never know how many you will need.
10. Never staple your resume to your headshot. (See this page for more details)

You can probably all say you can manage these basics but many actors forget at least one. You wouldn’t believe how many actors forget rule 2 and then let their nerves overtake them while waiting which damages their performance in the audition - Oh, and THE SCRIPT is not counted as a book!!

Once you’ve mastered these and can honestly say you do all 10, how do you cope with the real stress and process of an audition? There are secrets that can help you beat the casting director, leave the competition gathering dust and get CAST time and time again.

These are what I have successfully taught to my students for years and am now about to release in The Ultimate Audition Guide - coming soon.