Things You'll Need:
- Audition sides
- Fluorescent marker
- Pen and Paper
- Transportation
- Wardrobe
- Entire script (if possible)
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Step 1
If your audition is for an upcoming or new television project, try to secure the episode's entire script. If access to the entire script is granted, read thoroughly to ascertain the "feel," or tone, of both the project and your character.
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Step 2
Once you have physically received the audition "sides" (the scene, or scenes, from the piece featuring your character that the casting director and producers want the actors to use in the audition process) read through the scenes and mark every time your character speaks.
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Step 3
Learn your lines thoroughly. Rehearse the audition with either a professional acting coach or a friend capable of providing you with honest, knowledgeable, and unbiased feedback.
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Step 4
Find similarities between yourself and the character. Use these commonalities to root the character you are portraying in yourself, and not the other way around.
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Step 5
Dress in an appropriate manner for the character.
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Step 6
Arrive at the casting office at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment. Check in and relax until your name is called.
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Step 7
When your turn finally comes, introduce yourself to the casting director with confidence and begin when you feel ready.
