Overview

A practical book on the auditioning skills needed to win one's dream roleWith dedicated chapters for aspiring drama students and amateurs, this book covers all aspects of auditioning--from advice on how to impress a director to warnings of common pitfalls to avoid. Readers will learn to conquer their fears of auditions and develop a positive philosophy; work alone or with other actors on exciting mind, body, and voice exercises to improve techniques; master truthful and dynamic audition speeches; understand how to improvise and sight read at auditions; improve interview and communication skills to impress directors; and network and develop strategies for obtaining auditions and further work.