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SO YOU'RE GOING ON AN AUDITION

THIS IS MY FIRST AUDITION

What is an audition?

An audition is an opportunity. An opportunity for the director to see their cast, and an opportunity for you to show them what you have to offer.

Directors use auditions to make decisions about casting. We look at experience, age, preparedness, attitude, skillset, and personality to help us decide which actor suits which role.

What should I bring?

A standard audition will ask you to prepare 32 bars of music and a short monologue. You might be asked to bring a recorded track with you on your phone, otherwise you should bring the sheet music for your song. Mark it clearly so the pianist can see where to start and finish. Also bring your monologue, your resume, and sometimes a headshot. 

What do I say?

Once you are called to the stage, you will do what's called "slating" by saying your name, the title of the song, and the show it's from. You will do this again when it's time for your monologue.

MUSIC TIPS

Working with music can be tricky if you're not used to it, if you are lucky to have a music teacher in or after school, you can ask them for help in making sure you've got the right materials. (Especially if it's me.) 

 If you don't think you have someone to ask, or you'd just rather do it yourself, here are some helpful tips.

Usually, If you are auditioning for a musical, always bring a song from a musical

Check the style of music in the show, if it's written in pop style, go for it! If not, look at musicals.

Finding a good monologue can be the hardest part of your audition prep. If you've never read a play or scoured the internet for good material, it can be hard to find one you like! Here are some tips to narrow it down for you.

most people expect your Piece to be from a play rather than a movie.  

The internet provides a lot of options, not all of them are the right ones. Try this one

MONOLOGUE TIPS

This is my FIRST audition
I'm trying to work on my craft

I WANT TO BE PREPARED

Auditions will never stop being intimidating, but the more prepared we are ahead of time, the more successful the performance. Below are some more resources to help you think ahead.

Read up on audition etiquette. Know what's expected of you.

Check out these audition requirements from Florida state university.  

CAN YOU HELP ME?

Yes. Please reach out for help finding repertoire, pep talks, or feedback sessions. Whether you're been in my class once, or a student for many years, I am always happy to support you however I can.

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