Meg Morman (Interview)
Meg Morman has cast over 300 tv episodes and 120 films. Her first gig was as casting Associate for 20th Century Fox's Feature Casting Dept, she soon became Manager of Casting where she oversaw epic films such as ‘From Hell’, Ice Age, The Banger Sisters, The Italian Job and Be Cool.
In 2004 she ventured into the independent world joining forces with Sunday Boling to start Morman/Boling Casting. As a casting director she took her career to new heights casting the Sundance Film Festival darling ‘Waitress. The film was so successful that ten years later it became a hit Broadway Musical. She’s also known for ‘Hello, My Name is Doris’ , ‘Cardboard Boxer’ and ‘The Ballad of Lefty Brown’.
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How Important Is It To Be Off Book In An Audition?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisDo 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?
Can I hold the script and read my au... -
If I Can't Find A Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Other Characters Lines Myself?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisCan 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?
If I can't get another actor to re... -
What Are Some Do(s) & Don't(s) For Actor Demo Reels?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat makes an effective demo reel?
What should I not do in my demo reel?
What should I avoid in my demo reel?
What makes a great demo reel?
Is my demo reel good enough?
Is my demo reel effective?
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What Backdrop Colors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat 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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What Are Some Do-s & Don't-s For Actor’s Headshots?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisHow do I shoot a winning headshot?
What do you look for in a great headshot?
What is the recipe for success of an effective actor headshot?
How do I make my face stand out in my headshot?
Any tips o... -
What Gifts Do You Love & Not Love?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat 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 direct... -
What Has Motivated You To Take A Chance On Auditioning An Actor You Don't Know?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat 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?
What would a... -
What Is Your Preferred Delivery Method For Self Tapes?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat 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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Where Do You Post Breakdowns For Roles You Are Casting?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat 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 not... -
Where Do You Find Readers For Your Audition Sessions?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhere 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 be a reader for auditions at CD o... -
When, If Ever, Can Actors Improvise Or Paraphrase In Auditions?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhy am I nervous in an audition?
Why are first time actors nervous at audition?
What makes an actor nervous in an audition room?
What does nerves mean for an actor in audition?
Why do I get nervous ... -
What Would You Say To A Petrified Actor Auditioning For You For The First Time?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhy am I nervous in an audition?
Why are first time actors nervous at audition?
What makes an actor nervous in an audition room?
What does nerves mean for an actor in audition?
Why do I get nervous ... -
Which Props (If Any) Are Appropriate In Auditions?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisCan 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?
What props is OK to bring to casting?
What props aren'... -
Which Actors Have You Cast The Most & Why?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisAre there actors Meg Morman has cast more than other?
Do you have go to actors when you cast?
Who are Meg Morman's go-to actors?
Do you cast the same people over and over again?
What makes an actor ...
