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Audition to Get the Part
- Be well prepared.
- Select at least two contrasting (comedic/dramatic; physical/static) monologues
from plays.
- Read the complete play for better understanding of the character.
- Communicate your personality.
- Arrive early
Check out our Monologues
page for more.
 A Star Is Found
Janet Hirschenson & Jane Jenkins
Taking us from the first casting call through head shots, auditions, meetings,
and desperate searches to fill a part, A Star Is Found gives readers
behind-the scenes access to the machinery of star-making. Recounting
their remarkable shared career that started at Francis Ford Coppola's
Zoetrope studio, the authors tell the funny and fascinating stories
of discovering and casting then-unknown stars like Julia Roberts,
Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, John Cusack, Matt Damon, Winona Ryder,
Jennifer Connelly, Brendan Fraser, Virginia Madsen, Joaquin Phoenix,
Meg Ryan, and Benicio Del Toro, as well as share insights about the
many famous directors for whom they've worked. Hardcover, 307 pp.
$29.95.
The Complete Professional Audition
A Commonsense Guide to Auditioning for Musicals and Plays
Darren Cohen & Michael Perilstein
This one-of-a-kind guidebook gives young actors the edge in both musical
theatre and straight play auditions, beginning with that daunting first
step: finding the perfect music or monologue. Here is inside information
on who does the casting and what they're looking for, and seasoned advice
on how to showcase your unique talent in a two-minute audition, how to
cope with nerves and trust yourself under pressure, and how to be prepared
and
professional from the room. This no-nonsense guide is a young actor's
ticket to a full-time career. Softcover, 182 pp. $21.95.
How to Audition for TV Commercials
From the Ad Agency Point of View
W.L. Jenkins
Learn how to land television commercials with this insider's guide to
what ad agencies are really looking for. Written by a former actor turned
ad exec, How to Audition for TV Commercials gives step-by-step
guidance to
help actors understand the process from the ad agency's point of view.
Softcover, 191 pp. $21.95.
You Got the Part! A Casting Director
Guides Actors to Successful Auditions for Film and TV
Marsha
Chesley
You Got the Part! is a must-have resource for anyone
auditioning for roles in film and television. It is a comprehensive guide showing
how to land an audition, how to prepare for and perform at that audition, and
how to follow up afterward. Written by an award-winning casting director with
twenty-eight years in the industry, this book takes the reader behind the scenes
at actual casting sessions. Practical information is mixed with insiders' tips
supported by anecdotes and stories from actors and casting directors. You Got
the Part! is amusing and informative, and an essential tool for both the novice
and the experienced actor. Softcover, $17.95
Actor's Guide to Auditions & Interviews
Third Edition
Margo Annett
Now in its third edition, this useful guide outlines the techniques needed to
achieve success in the challenging process of getting work. It covers all aspects
of casting, including gaining acceptance into a drama course, landing a part
in film, TV, commercials or theatre, and becoming a radio or TV presenter. Updated
and revised throughout, this book is a vital resource for actors. Softcover,
126 pp. $24.95.
Leading Women: Plays for Actresses II
Eric Lane and Nina Shengold
This anthology brings together the best in full-length plays, one-act plays and monologues
with a focus on female casts. Included are works by authors such as Alan Ball, Migdalia
Cruz, Sherry Kramer, Eric Lane, and Mary Louise Wilson. Softcover, 628 pp., $26.00.
Advice To A Player:
A Collection of Monologues from Shakespeare with Explanatory Notes
Donald MacKechnie
While some of the 32 speeches included here are well known and favorites
for audition purposes, most are less familiar and so provide challenging
opportunities for an actor to grow. The author carefully examines each monologue
as a whole and the various sentences and phrases within it. He goes on to
explain point by point everything the actor needs to know about that moment
in the play when the monologue is delivered. Softcover, $24.99.
Audition
Michael Shurtleff
This is the all-time bestseller on the subject. It is filled with
practical suggestions for preparation and execution of the "winning audition." Mass
market, $10.99.
How to Get the Part without Falling Apart
Margie Haber
The successful LA acting coach has developed a unique "phrase technique"
to get actors through readings without stumbling over the script.
She also offers a ten step method for breaking down a scene or monologue.
Softcover, $22.95.
Auditioning: An Actor Friendly Guide
Joanna Merlin
This book provides everything the actor needs to achieve self-confidence
and artistic honesty in an audition. Included ae several tips
from outstanding "names"
in the business. " Merlin's compassion and understanding toward actors is matched
by her sensitivity and generosity in teaching this unusual craft." Kevin
Kline Softcover, $18.00.
The Audition Book, Third Edition
Ed Hooks
The seasoned veteran of acting,directing and teaching shares his
experience with the reader who is enabled to deal with auditons of
every type. He goes beyond to discuss business aspects of the acting
career. He also delves into the burgeoning field of cybercasting
and digital video. Softcover, $23.95.
How to Audition for TV, Movies,
Commercials, Plays and Musicals
Gordon Hunt
This book features casting tips from luminaries including Richard Dreyfuss, Hal Prince,
Stephen Sondheim, and others.
Softcover, $19.95.
Auditioning for the Musical Theatre
Fred Silver
Known in New York as the "Audition Doctor," Mr. Silver draws on
his 25 years training thousands of actors to help actors prepare
fro the musical audition
from choosing the right vocal coach, choosing the right music, acting
a song, singing as a dancer and handling stage fright. Softcover,
$20.00.
Callback: How To Prepare For The Callback to Succeed in Getting the Part
Ginger Howard Friedman
The techniques used in the author's exercises can be used to prepare
for virtually any role - stage, screen, television, commercials. " ...one
of the most innovative and important teachers of our time." Jerry Orbach
(Law & Order).
$14.50.
Also by Ginger Howard Friedman: Casting Directors' Secrets: Inside Tips for
Successful Auditions $26.50, and The Perfect Monologue,$24.95.
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