They usually complete the process in 4 6 weeks. This can take a bit longer if it's a new show, and they're looking for a whole cast. If you haven't heard back from your agent or the casting team within a few weeks, you might want to assume that the role has been cast.
How long should you prepare for an audition?
- Read the work! When auditioning for a project it's imperative that you read the script fully.
- Do your research! What has happened to your character up until this point?
- Learn the lines!
- You are the character!
- Have your opinion!
- Own your power!
- And
What should be in your audition book?
- 2 OR MORE contrasting Golden Age (pre-1960).
- 2 contrasting Pop/Rock songs.
- 1–2 contrasting New Musical Theatre songs (post-2000s)
- a Megamusical song.
- a 50s/60s song.
- a Folk/Country song.
- a Sondheim song.
- A Specialty song that showcases a very niche genre (jazz, operetta, R&B, etc.)
- “Audition: Everything an Actor Needs to Know to Get the Part” (Michael Shurtleff)
- “Auditioning: An Actor-Friendly Guide” (Joanna Merlin)
- “The Audition Book: Winning Strategies for Breaking into Theater, Film and Television” (Ed Hooks)
What must we know as an actor to perform a monologue?
- Choose material that fits you right now.
- Choose a monologue that's active.
- Don't do experimental, nonlinear work.
- Choose a piece that showcases your acting, not some other skill.
- Don't do a monologue from a production you've performed.
How do you prepare for an acting monologue?
- Avoid fidgeting beforehand.
- Don't stare down the panel - pick a specific point for delivery!
- Pick from a play.
- Introduce or look for levels.
- Don't go over time.
- Try to find something unique.
- Do your research.
- Show your personality.
What do you need to discover first when writing a monologue?
- Start with a compelling opening line. Monologues lack action and dialogue, which can leave the audience unengaged.
- Present a strong point of view.
- Develop a storyline.
- Know your parameters.
- Wrap up with parting words.