1
Prepare, prepare, prepare.
This doesn't mean memorize your sides, but at least know the first two and last two lines and read the whole play, if possible.
2
Ladies, wear heels.
(unless you're auditioning for the tomboy, Anybodys). And PLEASE – don't wear character shoes, unless you're going to dance. Dress like you're going on a date.
3
Walk in with a pleasant, business-like air.
Be appreciative of your accompanist (and the monitor, for that matter. We find out if you were not nice!).
4
Don't worry if you mess up a lyric.
If you can't get back on track, just stop and politely instruct the pianist where to pick up. Don't apologize, we know you didn't do it on purpose.
5
See 4.
Have a sense of humor about your audition and make the best of it.
6
Try to 'change the room' with your energy.
Come into the room with a short–term goal (in other words, pick a small challenge you'd like to conquer).
7
Keep your eye level straight ahead.
You don't necessarily need to look at the people behind the table, but don't look too high above them. They won't get a sense of you. And PLEASE don't bore a hole through the wall, only looking at one spot. Oh, and stillness goes a long way toward helping us concentrate on you. Fight the urge to 'choreograph' your song too much.
8
Assess how you "think" it went.
Pick one thing you did great, think about another you'd do better next time. Keep it constructive.
9
Forget about the audition and move on with your day.
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10
Breathe
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