Put Your Signature on the Role
Why Should They Hire You?
The greatest auditions I’ve ever seen all had the same thing in common:
The actor found the story of the role
within themselves.
Forget about whether the actor knew the lines:
They knew the life of the character.
Hundreds of actors (sometimes thousands), from all levels, audition for the same role. They receive the same four pages of sides, and the same twenty-four to forty-eight hours to prep.
But as unique and fascinating as each of these artists may be, most auditions tend to fall flat. Because they tend to be the same.
There are a lot of reasons this happens:
- Trying to get it “right” and figuring out “what they want”
- Over-intellectualizing the prep, leaving you more in your head than in the room
- Letting your own nervous system hijack your experience in the audition
Any one of these, or a host of other creativity killers, can result in a safe, forgettable audition.
To stand out, you need to tell the story of the role—as told by you, and only you.
Over the course of four classes, we will focus on how to do exactly that.
Class Format
Full Group
Full Group
Semi-Private
Full Group
Class 1:
Find You in the Story
During this class, we will work together as a group, using one set of sides:
- Finding the intersection between your story and the character’s story, personalizing the role
- Crafting an imagination-stirring backstory, adding color and nuance to your performance
- Turning the psychology of the role into behavior, leading to on-screen action that pops
- Clarifying your unique intentions and point of view, so you’re free to “do”—not “act”
Class 2:
Inhabit the Character
Using the same sides from earlier in the week, each actor will “audition”—translating their prep into performance.
During the audition week we will:
- Identify your strengths, both specific to the role at hand and also in-general
- Pinpoint any areas that need improvement, including your prep and on-camera skills
- Review your execution, how you make the role your own
Class 3:
Individualize Your Process
During this session, we will work together as a trio with your scene partner, using sides assigned in advance.
During this prep we will:
- Run the sides as a mock audition to identify strong points and areas to strengthen
- Tailor an imagination-stirring backstory, specific to what moves you as an artist
- Turn the psychology of the role into behavior, leading to on-screen action that pops
- Clarify your unique intentions and point of view, so you’re free to “do” — not “act”
Class 4:
Put Your Signature on It
Using the same sides from Class 3, each actor will “audition.” In this class, we’ll also focus on a pre-audition routine to help you:
- Get into a mindset that helps you deliver the audition you’re capable of giving
- Ground you in the waiting room, and the moment before the scene starts
- Review your execution, how you put your signature on the role
Know What You Bring to the Part
Do You Leave an Impression?
If you’re not sure what you bring to the role, how can you?
Take your first steps toward landing a role that’s Guest-Star or above.
Class is limited to ten actors.
All classes will take place on Zoom.
While everyone is encouraged to apply, this class will most benefit actors with some level of previous training.
Put Your Signature on the Role
Dates / Times TBD
Apply now to avoid the waitlist when the next class is announced.
Refund Policy
Due to limited seating, we ask that you cancel 72 hours (3 days) before your workshop. After this point, no refund or credit will be issued. If you must cancel, please email [email protected] — refunds are in the same form as payment. Your spot is transferable to a friend, if arranged prior to the first session.
While unlikely, we reserve the right to reschedule due to emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances. If you can’t attend the new dates, you may choose a full refund, or credit.
