The majority of Dallas auditions will be held in or around
the Downtown Arts District. Due to the explosion of new cable and satellite
TV channels across America, the demand for new faces of all ages for TV,
films and commercials is greater now than ever before in history. Since
there are many types of Dallas auditions, first figure out what kind of
auditions you are looking for. This will make your search much easier.
If you are having difficulty finding auditions in your area, try www.backstage.com
(a popular resource for actors) and that should point you in the right direction.
Here are some helpful hints when heading out for Dallas auditions. Most
of these rules apply for any audition you will attend.
Arrive at least 15 minutes early. You don't want to have to rush into your
audition.
Pack your bag with a book in case there is waiting and a bottle of water.
Not every place has a water fountain.
Be nice to everybody. You never know if the person you are speaking to is
important.
There may be several people waiting with you to audition; don't be intimidated
because everyone is a bit nervous. Definitely do not ask if you will be
called back. The casting director will call you at a later date if necessary.
The most important thing you can do is "break down" the script. This is
critical to delivering the best audition; this applies for Dallas auditions
or anywhere else. It's a simple process. Answer a few important questions
and make a few important choices.
WHO: Who are you? Who is the other character? Who are you to the other characters?
What is the relationship?
WHAT: What is going on in the scene? What do you want? What does the other
character want?
WHEN: When is the scene taking place? What year, month, day, time, time
of life?
WHERE: Where is the scene taking place? (Create the set in your imagination)
WHY: Why are you and the character involved in this situation? What is the
relationship?
When you have finished your audition, don't wait for applause or critique.
All you will hear is "thank you" from the casting director. It is their
job to be objective during an audition. Just say thank you to everyone in
the room and exit quickly and quietly. Wait a few minute to leave incase
they want to see you again. Then sign out, this lets them know for sure
that you have left. Exit with courtesy and be proud that you have made it
through another audition. If you are looking for more theatre opportunities
as well as acting schools and play auditions, a good website is http://www.thespiannet.com.
Here you can find auditions as well as promote yourself by posting resumes
and headshots. Dallas auditions are very similar to any other audition throughout
the country. Just be yourself, relax and enjoy the process. The more at
ease you are, the better chance you'll have of getting a call back. Good
Luck! Find Auditions in Dallas now.