Kim Williams:
"Make strong, confident choices. If you go a little bit bigger than necessary, it's okay. We can pull you back from that, but at least we know there's something there that can be worked with. And it's important to come in with the right mindset. There are so many things that are outside of your control as far as booking the role, but your job is to give a good performance. If you do that, the producers, directors and I will remember you and think of you for future projects. Rushing is a huge thing too. I find myself often giving the note to slow down and think of what you're saying."
Jessica Sherman:
"I think the big one for me happens before they even come into the room. It's a lack of knowledge of the casting process. The idea to keep in mind is that by the time you book the role, especially for TV roles, there's been approximately 30 people that have had to sign off to say that you're the person. So the best person may not always be the one who gets the role.
The person that everyone can agree on gets the role.
Having that background information is a huge asset to actors because it kind of takes the pressure off a little bit as far as their experience in the room.
Christine Sheaks:
"Don't come in unprepared. If an actor has 10 auditions that day and then takes two seconds to look at the material, it'll show. I always tell actors to have their agents call me if that's the case. If I can give them a later time or another day, I would rather do that than have them come in unprepared. Also, actors should never bring in a prop. The only exception is a cell phone, which is okay because it's not distracting."
Joey Paul Jensen:
"The biggest mistake you can make is allowing room for doubt. Doubt leads to insecurity, and insecurity will lead to mistakes. Small mistakes, such as forgetting to print your sides or leaving your belongings in the room after auditioning, are really just manifestations of the root issue of doubt. The antidote is to connect to your identity as a storyteller. When you're auditioning, you're a part of a bigger story being told.
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This is great advice Tammy Hunt Thank you so much for sharing this. It is good to remember that being cast isn't personal and all the little ways we self sabotage. Great advice about not bringing in a prop. Auditioning is a whole different animal and a skill in and of itself.
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This is terrific advice, Tammy Hunt - interesting how a lot of it leads back to simple things - preparation, confidence in your choices and not having the wieght of the world on your shoulders. Go in and be prepared are free (and take your belongings when you leave the room).
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This is awesome advice, Tammy Hunt . Thank you so much for sharing! Love your posts!
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