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 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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