Checklist For A Strong Audition
Material
You have the type and length of material needed
You have material that you think is well-written and that you enjoy
Entrance
You have a confident, positive entrance & introduction and seem happy to be there
You have a clean transition from your introduction to beginning the piece
Directing Choices
You have identified a clear beginning, middle, climax, and end
You have clear staging that tells your story
You consistently perform your monologue at a comfortable distance from your auditors
Your monologue is physically specific and fun to perform
There is variety - the monologue doesn't stay on the same mood/tone Acting Choices
You know exactly what your character wants from those he is speaking to
You have a simple, clear acting objective that you believe in and care about
Performance
You know your monologue and staging so well that you are free to play
Your voice is supported and expressive throughout
Every word is clearly articulated and easy to understand
You are easily seen throughout the monologue
You know your lines and staging cold - you can do them no matter what
It is clear what you want from the person/people you are talking to
You are pursuing your acting objective fully throughout the monologue
Your whole body is engaged in your performance
You have a strong, clear ending to your monologue
You have a clean transition to your ”thank you‘
Exit
You have a confident, positive exit from your audition, OR You are prepared to stay and chat if your auditors ask you to.
BY KAREN KOHLHAAS