Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
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
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Step 1
Decide several days before the audition what impression you plan to make.
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Step 2
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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Step 3
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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Step 4
Think about hair products, makeup and accessories that you plan to use.
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Step 5
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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Step 6
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.
Comments
oodramadorkoo said
on 10/14/2009 I feel this advice is a bit outdated. At least for NYC musical theatre auditions. Yes, you have to pick what you're going to wear based on what the audition is for and what character you're going out for, but I have been told that wearing 'plain' clothes is not an option. You really only get 30 seconds or less to make an impression, and you want to do that right when you walk in the room. Of course, back up the way you look with your acting and singing, but also show off what type of body you have and be proud of what you are "selling".
Advice I've been given for women: Always wear a dress or nice top and skirt. Match with a great pair of heels. Wearing something that stands out doesn't mean it needs to have patterns or be flashy. I just bought what I think is a great outfit. A form-fitting black dress with a shiny black belt, it's not too short, just above the knee. I also bought ...
Anonymous said
on 8/2/2006 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.
Anonymous said
on 3/16/2006 Always be prepared with a monologue, know it, have more than one. Be ready to tell stories that will show your character.
Anonymous said
on 1/27/2006 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.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Always make a note of what you wore to an audition. If you are invited to callbacks, make sure you wear the same thing. The audition panel will often use your outfit to help remember who you are.