Bonnie Zane (Interview)
Bonnie Zane is the casting director of 74 TV shows over the last 25 years. After starting as a casting Associate on the Larry Sanders show, her first Full Casting Director Credit was 90’s hit series Mad about You.
She followed that up with popular programs including News radio, Sports night and the Drew Carey show and 134 episodes of the wildly popular Suits.
A two time Primetime Emmy Award Nominee, 9 time CSA Artios award nominee and two time winner. She’s One half of Zane/Pilsbury Casting, its a pleasure to welcome to the site, the brilliant Bonnie Zane.
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What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWhat are the do's and don't's of self tapes?
Can you tell me the dos and don't of self tapes?
Are there some dos and don'ts of self tapes?
What are a few dos and don'ts of self tapes?
Do you have any tips for self tap... -
Storytime: The One About Aaron Sorkin
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
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What Is Your Preferred Delivery Method For Self Tapes?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWhat method should I submit my tape via?
Should I post my self tapes to You Tube to give to casting?
Should I post my self tapes to Vimeo to give to casting?
Should my self tapes be downloadable?
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Has A Bad Self-Tape Reader Ever Cost An Actor A Job?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouDo bad self tape readers ruin self tapes?
What is the impact of a bad reader in a self tape?
Should I retape if my reader is bad?
Are bad readers on a self tape a deal breaker?
Can a bad self tape reader stop me from b... -
Do You Like A Second Option For Each Scene When Actors Send Self Tapes?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouShould I send a second option on a self tape?
Does casting watch second takes on self tapes?
Should my self tapes have a take 2?
Should I include a take 2?
Do you suggest I post a second take on an audition?
Should I s... -
What Backdrop Colors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWhat backdrop colors are best for self tapes?
For self tapes, what backdrop color should I choose?
Is blue best for self tapes?
Is a grey background best for self tapes auditions?
What color is best for backdrops?
For m... -
Do You Ever Watch Unsolicited Self Tapes Sent By Representation?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWould you watch a tape you didn't ask sent by agents?
Would you want a tape that you didn't ask for if it was sent by an agent you trusted?
Do you watch tapes sent by management if you didn't request them?
If an actor'... -
Have You Hired An Actor From An Unsolicited Self Tape?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouDo you remember hiring from an unsolicited self tape?
Do unsolicited tapes work?
Do actors book from unsolicited self tapes?
Can I book by sending an unasked for tape to casting?
Would you ever book me if my tape is uns... -
If I Can't Find A Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Other Characters Lines Myself?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouIf my reader cancels, can I say my lines at a wall and pre-record the other character's myself?
Is there a downside to audio recording lines myself for tapes?
Can I just do the scene and sub in my own voice for the oth... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouDo you like actors sending a thank you present when you hire them?
Do you expect actors sending a thank you present when you hire them?
What are your thoughts on thank you card presents from actors?
Are thank you prese... -
What Gifts Do You Love & Not Love?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWhat gifts do you not like?
What gifts are too much?
Do you expect thank you gifts as a casting director?
Are cards enough as a thank you gift to casting?
Do cards look cheap from a casting director POV?
Should I be s... -
At What Point In The Casting Can You No Long Consider Those Without Work Papers?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWhen do you stop conceding actors without work papers?
Is there a point in the casting where you can no longer consider an actor who does not have work papers?
Is not having work papers a deal breaker in casting?
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Do You Ask For Headshots & Resumes In Hardcopy?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouDo I need a hard cop of a headshot at Bonnie Zane’s office?
Do I need hard copy of a resume when I go to Bonnie Zane’s office?
Does Bonnie Zane require hard copies of photo and resume?
Does Bonnie Zane require hard copi... -
Does SAG-AFTRA vs SAG-AFTRA Eligible Make A Difference?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouDoes SAG-AFTRA eligible carry the same weight as SAG-AFTRA membership?
Do you view SAG-AFTRA eligible differently to SAG-AFTRA membership?
What does SAG-AFTRA eligible mean?
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Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouShould I dress in full costume at a casting?
Can I costume for an audition?
Should I wear full costume at a casting?
At a casting, can I go full costume?
Would you recommend, full costume at an audition?
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Where Do You Post Breakdowns For Roles You Are Casting?
with Bonnie Zane, CSA
Emmy Nominated Casting Director | Suits, Mad About YouWhat site do you use to post breakdowns?
Where do CDS post breakdowns?
Where are breakdowns viewed?
What site is used for breakdowns?
Where do you advertise auditions?
What do CDs post auditions notices?
Where are adver...
