Audition Preparation
So you have your scenes - what now? What exact steps do you need to take to effectively prepare for an audition? How long should it take? When are you ready? Can you over-prepare? Do you need to know your lines? Find the answers to all things relating to audition preparation in this fascinating section.
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Intro to Audition Preparation
Auditions are a big part of an actor's career. Treat the audition material with reverence.
1. Read ALL the material
2. Research the creative team
3. Follow all instructions
4. Process of developing characterLink to our full seminar on audition preparation: https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tv/vi...
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THE JOURNEY - Course 5 | Audition Mastery
Course 5 of the Secret Actor Society Journey covers how to effectively:
- Break down a script
- Become a character
- Learn lines
- Build your self-tape setup
- Shoot a self-tape that stands out
- Edit your audition in a way that ensures it is completely professional - all on your cell phone....
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Learning Your Lines
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
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The Importance Of Getting Off-Book Immediately
We all know we should learn our lines as soon as we can... but why? Do casting directors really expect us to know them all? This video explores the reasons beyond just 'knowing the words'.
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Prepare Your Pocket Monologues
You never know when you'll need to whip out a monologue to show someone you can act! Best time to learn them is NOW!
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Copy A Scene From A Master
What better way to learn what it feels like to nail a scene, than to use the road map given to you by an iconic actor.
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What Do You Do When You First Get An Audition?
Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor & Acting Teacher
What is the very first thing you do when you first get an audition?
What if your first step when you get an audition?
What are your first steps when you get invited to audition for something?
When you get an audition, what are your fir... -
How Should I Dress For A Commercial Audition?
With Shaan Sharma, Storytellers Conservatory, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comWill they tell me what t swear for a commercial audition?
What does casual mean on a commercial casting notice?
What is upscale casual for a commercial mean?
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How Important Is Mindset For Auditions?
With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Board Member
https://tsmagrowth.com
www.working.actorBen outlines the huge impact that mindset has on auditions and how to deal with rejection at auditions.
Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off
SAS Resources...
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How Do You Learn Lines For An Audition?
with David H. Lawrence XVII, Actor, storytelling coach, technologist | VOHeroes.com | Rehearsal® Pro
www.VOHeroes.com
www.Rehearsal.proCan rehearsal pro help me learn lines for auditions?
Any tips on learning lines for my audition?
Are there an apps that can help me with auditions?
How can I qu... -
Are There Any Good Apps That Can Help Me Prepare For My Audition?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
Are there apps that can help me prepare for auditions?
What apps can help me prepare for my auditon?
Are there any good apps for audition preparation?
Are there any apps that assist my audition preparation?
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What Should I Wear To An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat should I not wear to an audition?
What clothing should I avoid wearing to an audition?
Can I wea... -
Can I Come Early For An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCan I turn up whenever to the casting office?
Is it OK for me to go hang out in the casting office be... -
How Early Should I Arrive Before An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCan I go to an audition earlier?
Is it a good idea to go to an audition before my call time?
Is it ev... -
What Should I Avoid Doing At An Audition?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
What should I avoid in an audition?
Any tips on what not to do at auditions?
What should I not do at an auditions?
What are some 'do nots' for audition?
What would casting prefer not to see at an audition?
Any advice on what not t... -
Should I Bring Props To An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCan I bring in small hand props to my audition?
Do I use my phone as a prop in an audition?
When is i... -
Can I Hold The Script In Hand In My Audition?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
Can I hold the sides in my audition?
Can I hold sides at my audition?
In the US, are we allowed to hold the audition script in hand?
Can I read sides at auditions?
Am I expected to learn the sides for an audition?
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Should I Go In Full Costume Plus Props To My Audition?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
Should I go in costume to my audition?
How much costume should I wear to an audition?
What costuming should I wear to an audition?
How far should I go with costume and props at my audition?
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How Do I Stand Out From The Other Audionees When We All Have The Same Script?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
Any tips on standing out from the other audionees when we all have the same script?
When you all have the same script how do I stand out at my audition?
How can I stand out at my audition?
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Do I Need To Read The Whole Script For My Audition Preparation?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Teacher
Should I read the whole script for my audition preparation?
Must I read the whole script for my audition preparation?
Is reading the script part of audition prep?
Do you think I should read the whole script for my audition?
Shall I read t... -
My Nerves Are Paralyzing Me Before Auditions- What Can I Do?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
My nerves before auditions are paralyzing - what can I do?
How do you deal with audition nerves?
How can I manage my pre-audition anxiety?
How do I curtail my pre-audition anxiety?
I am getting so nervous before auditions what can ... -
Self-Tape Your Auditions Before You Go In The Room
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Should I Get Coaching As Part Of My Audition Preparation?
with Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
Should I be getting coaching as part of my audition preparation?
Is coaching an essential part of audition preparation?
Should I always be hiring a coach as part of my audition preparation?
Is coaching important to auditioning?
Sho... -
How Can I Prepare For A Commercial Audition If No Script Is Available?
Anthony Brandon Wong, Award-Winning Actor | Acting Teacher
How to prep for commercial castings when no script exists?
What to prepare for commercial castings without a script?
Can I prep a commercial casting without a script?
How do I prepare when commercial casting won't give me a script in ad...
