Tag: audition tips

4 Broadway Casting Directors Share Their Biggest Audition "Don'ts"

Figuring out how to avoid getting cut in a musical theater audition can feel like a mystery. “It’s not just about your technique, it’s about the whole package of the person,” says Justin Bohon, a casting director at Binder Casting, whose clients include The Lion King on Broadway. But how do you present yourself in […]

8 Thoughts Every Dancer Has During an Audition

Whether it’s your first time jumping into the audition scene or you have hundreds of crinkled numbers to prove you’re a seasoned pro, having a panel of judges eyeing your every move makes everyone’s mind race a little. Here are eight thoughts you’re bound to have when you step into the studio for an audition. […]

Tips For the Interview (Gulp) Portion of An Audition

Picture this: You’ve made it to the final round of an audition. All your hard work has paid off, and you’re feeling good. Then the artistic director stands up and asks you to join her in another room for a one-on-one interview. Wait, what? Many dance companies include interviews as part of their audition process. […]

4 Summer Intensive Directors on How to Stand Out at Auditions

Summer intensive auditions can be nerve-racking. A panel of directors is watching your every move, and you’re not even sure if you can be seen among the hundreds of other dancers in the room. We asked five summer intensive directors for their input on how dancers can make a positive impression—and even be remembered next […]

Quiz: What's Your Audition Type?

We all know audition season can be super nerve-wracking. How will you perform under pressure at that upcoming summer intensive/industry gig/college dance program tryout? Take our quiz below to find out—and learn how to deal. (And if you need even more audition tips and tricks, check out our upcoming January Summer Study Issue, available in […]