Greg Apps
Greg Apps ( https://www.theauditiontechnique.com/ ) began his career as an actor but transitioned into casting almost 40 years ago!
He’s cast 100’s of television episodes including Australian classics, Round the Twist, Lift Off, Winter, Deadline Gallipoli and Wanted.
Having been involved with 74 film projects to date, he’s best known for Australian casting on Mission Impossible II, Knowing, Russell Crowe’s breakout film Romper Stomper and the film that thrust Eric Bana into the international spotlight, ‘Chopper’.
Greg is also a leading educator and had founded the well-renowned online acting school “The Audition Technique”.
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A Conversation with Casting Director, Greg Apps
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition Technique - https://www.theauditiontechnique.com/Greg Apps began his career as an actor but transitioned into casting almost 40 years ago!
He has cast 100s of television epi...
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Greg Apps Rapidfire
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueWhere do you post auditions?
Do you audition non-union actors?
Does SAG-AFTRA vs SAG-AFTRA Elligible make a difference?
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How Long Do You Watch A Self Tape Before You Know They're Right for the role?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueHow long do you watch a self tape before you know they're not right for the role?
How much do you watch of a self Tape?
How much of a self tape do you watch?
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In An Audition, Should I Talk In The Character's Voice Before & After?
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Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
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What Are Some Do(s) & Don't(s) For Self Tapes?
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How Many Actors Do You See In The Room & On Tape For Each Role?
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When Is It Appropriate For An Actor To Reach Out Directly To A CD?
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How Does Your Office Refine Submissions & Select Which Actors To Audition?
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What Are Some Tips For Actors When They Are On A Film Or TV Set?
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How Many Actors Do You Usually Present To The Filmmakers For Each Role?
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Where Do You Post Breakdowns For Auditions?
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Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
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How Much Input Do You Feel You Have In The Final Casting Decisions?
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Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
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Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueShould 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?
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When, If Ever, Can Actors Improvise Or Paraphrase In Auditions?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueCan actors improv in audition?
Do you mind if I add a button at the end of my audition?
Ok for me to paraphrase in auditions?
Can I improvise in my audition?
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What Are Some Ways & Places You've Found Or Met New Talent?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueWhere can I meet Greg Apps outside his audition room?
Where does Greg Apps find new talent?
Where do casting directors discover talent?
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If An Actor Truly Bombs An Audition, Should They Reach Out To Apologize?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueI bombed my audition - what should I do?
Should I apologize to casting about a bad audition?
After a bad audition, should I apologize?
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If I Can't Find A Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Other Character's Lines Myself?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueCan I tape my own voice reading the other role's lines for a self tape?
When I can't find a reader can I record on my own?
Can I tape a self tape without a reader?
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Which Props (If Any) Are Appropriate In Auditions?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueCan I bring props to an audition?
Who provides props at an audition?
What props should I bring to a casting?
What props can I use at a casting?
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How Important Is It To Be Off Book In An Audition?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueDo I need to be off book?
Should I know all my lines for my auditions?
Can I read from the sides at my auditions?
How well should I know my lines at your office?
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Do You Allow Unrepresented Actors To Submit On Your Projects?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueDo you let unrepresented actors to submit on your projects?
Would you allow unrepresented actors to submit on your projects?
Do you bring in unrepresented actors o ca... -
Where Do You Find Readers For Your Audition Sessions?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueWhere do you look for readers?
Who read for your actors in auditions?
At auditions, who is the reader?
Can I be a reader for your auditions?
Where can I regifted to b... -
Do You Audition Non-Union Actors?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueDo you see non-union actors?
Do you only see union actors?
Do you see union and non-union actors?
If I am non-union, will you see me?
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Do You Ask For Headshots & Resumes In Hardcopy?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueWill Greg Apps expect me to bring hard copies of my resume to a casting?
Should I bring a hardcopy of my headshot to Greg Apps' office?
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What Backdrop Dolors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
Greg Apps, CGA
Casting Director | Romper Stomper, Chopper, Mission Impossible 2, Round the Twist
Teacher | The Audition TechniqueDoes Greg App like a certain backdrop color?
Does Greg apps prefer a blue background for tapes?
How do I choose the color for my self tape studio?
What is Greg Apps' ...
