Kerry Barden (Interview)
Starting off in New York, Kerry Barden has been instrumental in assembling countless Oscar nominated and winning ensembles: Spotlight, The Help, A Winters Bone, Good Will Hunting and August Osage County.
His list of A-List films is so impressive it would be amiss to not share a few more… The Pitch Perfect Trilogy, Seven, American Psycho, Prisoners, Bad Boys II, Pineapple Express, Boys Don’t Cry, and Chocolat!
But he doesn't just cast epic films... he has cast dozens of huge tv shows, including the show that changed everything... Sex and the City.
Kerry Barden is an absolute giant of casting and we are so thrilled he agreed to share his time and insights with us.
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What Is Your Preferred Delivery Method For Self Tapes?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat 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 downl... -
What Backdrop Colors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat 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?
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How Important Is It To Be Off Book In An Audition?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Is it important to be off book at an audition?
Is off book important in an audition?
Do you expect actors to be off book in an audition?
Should actors be off book at auditions?
In castings, can I read the lines?
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Where Do You Find Readers For Your Audition Sessions?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhere 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?
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Do You Like When Actors Send Thank You Notes After An Audition?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Do you expect an actor to follow up with a thank you note after an audition?
Should actors follow up with a thank you note after an audition?
Do casting directors expect an actor to follow up with a thank you note after auditions?
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How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubDoes Kerry Barden like thank you presents after an actor books?
Do actors have to give thank you presents to casting?
Is it expected to give casting directors thank you presents?
Do casti... -
Do You Like A Second Option For Each Scene When Actors Send Self Tapes?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubShould 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?
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What Do You See Seasoned Actors Do Differently To New Actors In Auditions?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat do professional actors do differently to new actors in an audition?
What separates the professional actors from new actors in an audition?
How can you tell a professional actors f... -
Do You Ask For Headshots & Resumes In Hardcopy?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubDo I need a hard cop of a headshot at Kerry Barden's office?
Do I need hard copy of a resume when I go to Kerry Barden's office?
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If An Actor Truly Bombs An Audition, Should They Reach Out To Apologize?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubI 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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Do You Ever Watch Unsolicited Self Tapes Sent By Representation?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubDoes Kerry Bardon ever watch tapes he hasn't asked for sent via an agent?
Would Kerry Bardon watch an unrequested tape from a management agency?
If my manager sends a tape randomly to Ker... -
Do You Teach Any Classes For Actors?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubIs Kerry Barden teaching any classes at this time?
Is Kerry Barden teaching actors at this time?
Any classes with Kerry Barden coming up?
Is Kerry Barden teaching soon?
What Classes Are Y... -
Do You Ever Watch Unsolicited Self Tapes Sent By Actors?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWould you want a tape sent by an actor if you didn't ask for it?
Are you open to receiving unsolicited self tapes?
Will you watch a tape from me if I get a hold of sides?
Can I send rando... -
What Can Actors Do To Make The Most Of Their Free Time?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat should actors do in the downtime?
Any ideas on how actors can best use downtime?
What can actors do in the down time
How can an actor use the downtime to further their careers?
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What Has Motivated You To Take A Chance On Auditioning An Actor You Don't Know?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat Made You Take A Chance On An Actor You Don't Know?
When do you take a chance on new actors?
Why would you take a chance on a new actor?
Would you ever take a chance on a new actor?
W...
