Written by Claire Simon

• Your Greatest Tool … Preparation

  Written By Claire Simon published in etiquette

  I've spent the last couple weeks immersed in regional theatre auditions which are usually really wonderful. I don't know why it seems that the more time we give our lovely actors, the less prepared they are, but it's a mystery. A mystery I'd really rather not be part of I'm thinking. Keep in mind, that for one day of auditions, we usually spend 3 weeks to a month getting ready ourselves. We read the script, get breakdowns out and pre read anyon…

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• Welcome to My Casting World

  Written By Claire Simon published in acting tips, auditioning

  About a hundred and fouty two years ago I graduated from college with all the enthusiasm and none of the preparation necessary to become a highly successful working actress. I had non realistic expectations, and all the passion in the world. I expected pursuing this career to be a smooth transition from the nirvana of college. After all, I was Cecily in the Importance of Being Earnest for God's sake. Who wouldn't want me? Most everyone, it tu…

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• Four Words that will change your audition

  Written By Claire Simon published in acting tips, auditioning

  When I was fresh out of college and swimming in the audition world without a paddle, I'd made an audition appointment at a large theatre and was required to bring a classical piece. The college I'd just graduated from was a liberal arts college which translated for me was "we will teach you a little about a lot of things and will prepare you for nothing ..". Thus I left college with a whole lot of confidence and no clue how to navigate the prof…

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