How to Dress for an Audition
What you wear to an audition is extremely important, because first impressions are a major factor in getting a role.
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Things You'll Need
- Men's Dress Belts
- Men's Dress Shirts
- Men's Dress Sweater
- Mens' Dress Pants
- Neckties
- Sports Coat
- Women's Dress Coats
- Women's Dress Pants
- Women's Dress Shirts
- Women's Dress Shoes
- Women's Dress Sweater
- Hair Care Products
- Makeup Kits
Instructions
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Decide several days before the audition what impression you plan to make.
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Think of the role for which you will audition, and consider clothing that complements the character. Wear clothing that makes you feel confident and attractive.
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Choose all clothing that you plan to wear, down to small details like socks, and make sure it is clean and ready.
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Think about hair products, makeup and accessories that you plan to use.
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Do not dress in costume unless specifically asked to do so by the casting director. Rather, wear clothing suggestive of the role.
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Bring a change of clothes with you in case you arrive and discover that what you are wearing is inappropriate. Leave the clothes in the car, if possible.
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Tips & Warnings
Wear comfortable shoes.
If you believe that special attire is necessary for the audition, discuss that with the casting assistant in advance.
In general, keep it simple. The use of props at an audition is not recommended, as they are considered distracting by most casting directors. However, if you are requested to bring props, prepare them in advance.
Do not wear things that are uncomfortable or distracting to you or others. You want the casting director to focus on you, not your clothing.
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Aug 02, 2006
Wear blacks. For women, a nice black blouse. Pay attention to time period. Wear a long skirt if needed, otherwise a nice pair of dance pants works well. Have a leotard and tights ready for a musical theater audition, along with a dance she and character shoes. Pull your hair back, and wear neutral makeup. A red belt, or a scarf will suffice as that thing that sets you apart. Men, wear a black dress shirt and slacks, and nice dress shoes. Have dance attire handy. Do your hair. This audition is for the directors to see your talent, not your talent as a particular character. If you are going to a Grease! audition, and want to be Rizzo, do not cut your hair short and curly. If you want a particular role, choose monologues that reflect that role. Do not sing a song from the show, there is nothing worse that 40 girls singing "Over the Rainbow." Go all the way in your audition. If you have something to show, show it. Stay with the character of your monologue- don't attempt to be a character in the show your are auditioning for with a monologue from a completely different show. Do what you do. -
Aug 02, 2006
Wear blacks. For women, a nice black blouse. Pay attention to time period. Wear a long skirt if needed, otherwise a nice pair of dance pants works well. Have a leotard and tights ready for a musical theater audition, along with a dance she and character shoes. Pull your hair back, and wear neutral makeup. A red belt, or a scarf will suffice as that thing that sets you apart. Men, wear a black dress shirt and slacks, and nice dress shoes. Have dance attire handy. Do your hair. This audition is for the directors to see your talent, not your talent as a particular character. If you are going to a Grease! audition, and want to be Rizzo, do not cut your hair short and curly. If you want a particular role, choose monologues that reflect that role. Do not sing a song from the show, there is nothing worse that 40 girls singing "Over the Rainbow." Go all the way in your audition. If you have something to show, show it. Stay with the character of your monologue- don't attempt to be a character in the show your are auditioning for with a monologue from a completely different show. Do what you do.
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Mar 16, 2006
Always be prepared with a monologue, know it, have more than one. Be ready to tell stories that will show your character.
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Mar 16, 2006
Always be prepared with a monologue, know it, have more than one. Be ready to tell stories that will show your character.
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Jan 27, 2006
Before I go to an audition (about a month before), I don't get my hair cut. My hair grows fast, so the month will do it. I like to let it grow out, because you never know when a character might need to have longer hair. If not, you can always cut it off. It just gives you a little more variety when it comes to casting.
