Auditioning Etiquette

I know I have not blogged since I graduated from Full SailUniversity in May, however I wanted to blog and give some advice on casting. On August 31^st, 2013, I had the opportunity to assist Lifeline Casting Company with auditions for a theatrical production.  Lifeline advertised the casting on Craigslist.com. The process went something like this:

·      The people who were interested in auditioning for a role in the stage play, were told to submit two recent photos, and a resume’.

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      Once an email was received from those who were interested in this casting, they were to reply with a confirmation email, saying that they would be in attendance.

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            Many confirmed but only a few people showed up. No-shows are a waste of time for the casting company because they still have to pay for the location and other costs. This can also cause a no-show to be blacklisted in the entertainment community.

Here are a few tips to consider if you want to audition with a casting company (television show, film, stage production etc.)

           

      

1.     Once you confirm the date and time for an audition, make sure you follow-through. Make sure you call the agency ahead of time if you must cancel. If not, casting agents will remember you, and your name will end up on their “do not hire” list.

2.     If you do not know where the location for a specific casting may be located, take the time out the day before to find out. Give yourself ample time to make sure you have the correct address and phone number to put in your GPS. Make sure that you leave for your casting early, to give yourself time just in case you may get lost.

3.     Make sure that when casting for a television show, film, etc. you know which role you are auditioning for.

4.     Arrive at the casting call early.  This will ensure that you have time to go over any lines for the character that you may be auditioning for.  This will help relieve any nervousness that you may have.        

5.     If you are not called to be a part of the cast DO NOT call to harass the casting company. This could only prevent you from being cast in any other projects in which you may be interested. Besides, the role that you auditioned for and did not get may not be the right fit for you!

Good Luck!