Most auditions will provide you with sides in advance, but some will expect you to do a cold read.  What exactly is a cold read? A cold read “is the auditioning for a part with a script in hand, one the actor has never seen.” Sounds nerve wracking, I know, but just remember everyone is in the same boat.  So how can you prepare for an audition when you don’t know what scene you’ll be reading?

1. You do know the name of the script, so read it. If it’s possible to at least read the book it is based on then do it.  You’ll be able to understand the relationships between the characters and hopefully where the scene falls in the script. Read the rest of this entry »

Are you determined to get cast this fall? There’s nothing more important than your next audition. I’ve given some audition advice before, but it never hurts to add a few more key points.  If you can master an audition, you have a bright acting future ahead of you.

So what else do you need to remember besides bringing your resume, showing up early, and having the material memorized? Here are my top 3 audition tips:

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In your first audition there are a lot of big things to remember… like your resume, headshot, memorizing sides or a monologue, and more. But there are many small things to remember that can make a difference.

The last thing you want to worry about are these small things when you are intent on wowing your audience. Here are some very simple “DOs and DON’Ts” that will help keep you confident, relaxed, and ready to impress.

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I’m not exactly a fashionista, but I know what pops out at me during an audition. It’s your acting that will get you the part… but your outfit will help get you noticed.

Of course, not all attention is good. You need to figure out how to pop without dressing like a circus clown! It’s important to have your own personal style, but make sure you look professional at all times too. Here are a few easy tips to follow:

1. Dress in character as much as possible. Don’t wear a suit if you’re auditioning for a street thug. Help the casting director envision you in the part.

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There is no reward without risk. As an actor or model, you need to occasionally take those risks to reap the benefits. You simply can’t always play it safe.

Casting directors are looking for someone who stands out. They want to find the person that both embodies the role and makes an impression.

Here are a few ways to ensure you don’t always play by the book:

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Don’t think you’re the type to get stressed out? Well, you might not realize how badly you need a stress reliever until you are waiting to hear back about a possible role or going in the next day for your second audition.

Even if you nailed the audition, it’s only natural to worry. But the stress can easily get to you and take away the chance at impressing tomorrow’s casting director.

Nerves and stress are normal, but you can’t let them control your life. Find a way to ease the pressure and you’ll walk into your auditions a bit more relaxed. You’ll also be able to enjoy life a little more, without constantly focusing on what you may or may not do wrong at your next audition.

Here are some popular and useful stress relievers:

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Auditions, meetings with casting directors, and interviews with agents are all job interviews. That’s what they are and that’s how you should prepare.

You wouldn’t throw on a pair of jeans and run out the door if you were meeting with an executive, so you shouldn’t do it with an agent either. The dress codes are definitely a bit different, but the process is still the same.

Here are 5 ways to make a professional impression at your next audition:

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As actors and models, I’m sure you’ve been in this situation before: You walk into a casting session or an open call, and the first thing the casting director says is something like, “Come back looking more like Blake Lively.” Wait, Blake who?

When you get home, immediately look her up on InstantCast AllStars and find out more about her. Then start Googling, and you’ll find millions of suggestions how to get her style, from her hair to her wardrobe to her accessories!

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Will you be ready when your next opportunity around? The entertainment industry’s unofficial motto is “hurry up and wait.”

You have to always be ready to act and know where you stand at all times with auditions, mass mailings, and updated agency/casting director contact information.

1. Keep a list of which casting directors and agencies to which you’ve sent headshots. Also take note of to whom it was addressed, and what date you sent them. You want to stay fresh in someone’s mind without being pushy.

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The term “audition” can encompass a wide variety of opportunities, so there are different ways to prepare for each audition.

But there are some things that should always be done for every audition. It doesn’t matter what the audition is, because these will always be on your check list.

1. Be prepared. Make sure you have at least one 8×10 headshot and an updated resume. It never hurts to come prepared with more than one, in case there are several casting directors there. Your address book might also be a good idea, so you’re ready to jot down any dates they give you for call backs or performance schedule.

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Have an audition coming up? You might be competing with dozens, even hundreds of other actors who all want the same role. So make sure you really fit the part! Here’s how:

1. Before auditioning for a part, get your hands on everything you can about the character. You want to already have a head start before you even open the door to the audition.

2. If it’s a play then read it and figure out what character you most resemble. Often times, you will be given brief character descriptions to go off of.

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