Complete Professional Audition: The Common Sense Guide to Auditioning for Plays and Musicals

By Darren Cohen, Michael Perilstein

Written by two New York theatre professionals, here is everything an actor needs to know about auditioning, including: choosing material, rehearsing your material, warming up on the day of the audition, trusting yourself during an audition, coping with nerves, standing out amongst other auditioners, understanding the people you are auditioning for, common auditioning pitfalls, etiquette tips, following up after an audition, tips on vocal and dance coaching prior to an audition, obtaining the right headshot and resume, coping with rejection and deciding whether or not to accept an offer. Also included is the latest insider information on agents, casting directors, and unions. This lively, common sense guide is packed with advice that no young author should be without.

Paperback, 2005, 182pages, ex-lib in good condition