Complete Professional Audition: The Common Sense Guide to Auditioning for Plays and Musicals - Softcover

Cohen, Darren; Perilstein, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0823076830 ISBN 13: 9780823076833

Publisher: Back Stage Books,U.S., 2005

Synopsis

Written by two New York theatre professionals, here is everything an actor needs to know about auditioning, including: choosing material, rehearsing your material, warming up on the day of the audition, trusting yourself during an audition, coping with nerves, standing out amongst other auditioners, understanding the people you are auditioning for, common auditioning pitfalls, etiquette tips, following up after an audition, tips on vocal and dance coaching prior to an audition, obtaining the right headshot and resume, coping with rejection and deciding whether or not to accept an offer. Also included is the latest insider information on agents, casting directors, and unions. This lively, common sense guide is packed with advice that no young author should be without.

About this title

About the Author:

Darren Cohen is a top theater conductor, musical director, voice coach, and pianist. He conducts workshops and seminars on auditioning around the country. A faculty member at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, he lives in New York. Michael Perilstein is an actor and educator. He is on the faculty at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York. He lives in New Jersey.

About this edition

• Publisher: Back Stage Books,U.S.
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0823076830
• ISBN 13: 9780823076833
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192