Ready for the Spotlight? Learn How to Prepare for Auditions the Right Way
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Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the doors of an audition room?
Whether it’s a dream role in a musical, a call-back for a talent show, or an opportunity to perform on a cruise ship, auditions can feel like a thrilling mystery.
For many singers, it’s hard to know how, or what, to prepare, especially when every audition seems to follow a different script.
“There are so many different types of audition opportunities out there,” Brodie, one of our Principal Voice Teachers, explains.
“Talent shows, musical theatre, agencies, corporate gigs, and each one comes with its own expectations. That’s why preparation isn’t just helpful... it’s essential.
There are different types of audition contexts out there in the world of performance, and each has its own set of criteria or audition etiquette that singers are expected to follow:
Musical Theatre (Amateur & Professional)
What’s expected when you’re auditioning for a staged production? Did you know that it is best to avoid songs from the very production you are auditioning for (unless specifically requested)? There are also requirements and etiquette around timing, score marking and being prepared for questions.
Talent Shows & Televised Competitions
“Competitions like The Voice offer huge exposure, but the audition process can really vary,” says Brodie. Singers must learn to navigate high-pressure formats with grace, and leave a memorable impression in the first 30 seconds via video format or face-face formats
Agencies (Musical Theatre, Acting, and Gig Agencies)
It's important to tailor your materials, be it a showreel, headshot, or repertoire list, to align and match the agency’s focus and industry. It's also helpful to tailor your skills to short-form performance briefs.
Secondary & Tertiary Education Auditions:
For some educational institutions, auditions often come with strict requirements due to a limited enrolment intake, while others use auditions to discern student skill level and skill gaps. For these types of auditions, it's important to learn how to prepare set repertoire, navigate written reflections, and understand what panels are assessing in young performers.
Special Projects, Gigs, Corporate Work & Entertainment Productions:
Think outside the box and learn how to craft a professional EPK (Electronic Press Kit), to help pitch your skills and get you noticed. Although these types of working contexts don't always base off auditions, many do (think cruise ship or film auditions for singers).
Auditions can truly be a minefield of information, and depending on the type of singing work you'd like to do, and the type of contexts you wish to work in, it's helpful to know how to prepare.
Ready to Learn More?
Join an upcoming webinar: "How to Prepare for An Audition" with Brodie Baldwin to learn all about different audition contexts and preparation strategies for amateur and professional singers alike:
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