A - Preparing for an Audition (Lesson)
Preparing for an Audition
Auditions are a necessary way for actors to take steps beyond high school, either going into college or conservatories or directly into career roles.
Please watch the presentations below to learn more about preparing for an audition. Before you being watching, download the Preparing an Audition Presentation Guide Links to an external site. to take notes throughout the presentation.
Types of Auditions
Please watch the video below to learn more about common types of audition opportunities for students.
Choosing Material
One of the things that students have a lot of trouble with is finding material. Primarily because they haven't been exposed to a tremendous amount of material. The best way to combat this is simply to read plays or read screenplays.
Please watch the video below to learn more about how to choose the best material for your audition.
Slating
Slating is the specific way in which to introduce a piece. Please watch the videos below to learn more about slating.
Introduction to Slating
Slating and Auditioning
What to Wear
Another common question for students auditioning is what to wear and, again, it varies. This one varies with time, not just the institution or what you're auditioning for.
Please watch the video below to learn more about what you should wear to an audition.
Resumés and Headshots
Please watch the video below to learn more about resumés and headshots.
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