Are you worried about being considered for the same type of role when you go to acting auditions or casting calls? Do you want to branch out into performing other character-types?

If so, you should first think about radically changing your general presentation, and even your appearance. Also, casting to type is much more prevalent in film and television work than stage-work, so you may be offered more varied work from live theatre auditions. You should rethink how you present yourself at audition; if you prepare and offer a wider variety of audition pieces, the panel will see the extent of your range as a performer and you will be considered for a wider range of roles.

You should bear in mind however, famous actor Julie Walter’s words of wisdom: ‘I can understand why people get annoyed at being remembered for one thing, but a lot of actors aren’t remembered for anything.’ There is a lot to be said for taking advantage of the work opportunities and auditions you have – even if the roles are of a similar type – and working them into something that is distinctly ‘you.’

Whatever your choice, we at Audition Now are able to help you not only with plenty of opportunities for auditions, but also with access to a range of support services to help you with your career choices for the future. That’s true whether you want to create a new ‘you’, or prefer to consolidate your reputation as a particular character type.

Whether it’s for casting calls for television and film, or acting auditions for the theatre, there is a basic checklist to go through before you present yourself to a casting director or audition panel.

Research: learn all you can about the people who are auditioning you, the individuals, and the company (or companies) that are involved. Check out what recent projects they have produced, and try to find out something about the project for which you are auditioning.

Preparation: if you have a script, or part of one, then you should thoroughly familiarise yourself with the material. Be ready to perform the role or scene in different ways; if your panel likes you, you may be asked to try the piece in a completely different style. You should also take along a couple of memorised contrasting pieces: classic and contemporary; tragic and comic, for example.

Your photo and CV: make sure you have an up-to-date CV for the auditions, and demonstrate with it how apt and appropriate your previous experience is to the current project. You should also take along an up-to-date 10×8 headshot of yourself, with outline information about yourself and experience on the back of it.

A final tip: turn up early for all your acting auditions. It’s a real help in controlling your nerves.

Here at Audition Now, we keep you up to the minute with all the latest acting auditions and casting calls posted direct via text to your mobile phone. We also offer comprehensive guidance on preparing for these opportunities.

Your commitment to your acting career is crucial to your success. In addition, however, you need to exercise critical judgment: sometimes it can be hard to choose what project best suits you, and which theatre auditons are going to be beneficial. Being an actor, especially a successful actor, is not just about earning money – even good money. All actors are looking for interesting and challenging work: as actor Hugh Laurie said, ‘…this business, for actors anyway, is not so much about whether or not you do good work. It’s about whether or not you get the chance to do good work.’

Invitations to acting auditions abound in the trade papers such as The Stage, but this is by no means a comprehensive catalogue of current work on offer; nor is there any distinction made between work and ‘good’ work. Besides, many opportunities come up at short notice, so it is to your advantage to have access to a reliable up-to-the-minute auditions information service.

Many actors need assistance with managing their portfolios and access to guidance on other opportunities.  Your experience and ability will determine to some extent what acting auditions are suitable for you.

At Audition Now, we are a one-stop facility for the promotion of your acting career. Whether you need information on the latest acting auditions, texted direct to your mobile; or on seminars and courses that can help you make the most of your ability and achievements so far. In short, we help you create the chances to find good acting work.