Lingo
The process of deciding which actor will play each role in a production
What is casting?
Do this to make sure you understand the story and the characters in the play you're auditioning for.
What is read the script?
This is the only acceptable time to arrive for an audition!
What is early?
What is an accompanist?
A speech performed by one actor
What is a monologue?
Do this carefully to make sure you prepare the right kind of material for your audition.
What is read the audition announcement?
You'll often be asked to fill out one of these when you arrive.
What is an audition form?
A recorded track with no vocals that an actor could sing along with at an audition.
What is an accompaniment track?
A second round of auditions where select actors are invited back, often to perform specific characters
What is a callback?
If the audition asks for a prepared monologue, you should spend time doing this.
What is memorizing?
Make sure to be nice to these people when you're at the audition.
What is EVERYONE?
Part of an audition where choreography is taught, then performed by the actors.
What is a dance call?
A scene or monologue performed without advance preparation
What is a cold read?
Never wear this to an audition unless it's specifically requested.
What is a costume?
This phrase tells the director that you're finished, and ends your audition on a positive note.
What is "thank you"?
Singing without any music, just your voice.
What is a capella?
An excerpt of a script given to actors at an audition, often used for a cold reading.
What is an audition side?
What is a resume?
This introduction includes your name and the piece you're about the perform.
What is a slate?
What is a song from the show they're auditioning for?