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The Art of Auditioning: Techniques for Television
by Rob Decina
An Emmy-nominated network daytime casting director highlights the difference between the craft of acting and the business of auditioning and how those two worlds meet in television! In a step-by-step format, this practical and specific guide reveals to actors how they can empower themselves as they begin to audition for television work and start mapping a career. Readers will learn proven-effective preparation techniques, including asking the right questions, making specific acting choices, sitting vs. standing, finding beats and beat changes, establishing objectives, dictating pace, finding a sense of urgency, using spontaneity, and much more.
This volume offers interviews with top daytime casting directors and actors, advice on headshots and resumes, an examination of the difference between audition preparation and theatrical preparation, and more. Also included are insights into casting decisions for both small and major roles, as well as under-five and background work on daytime TV. No actor serious about working on television can afford to be without this treasure chest of advice.
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Reviews
“Indispensable. . . . this book is a must read for any actor wanting to be on television.”
—Robert Attermann, Vice President, Abrams Artists Agency
“Rob Decina’s no-nonsense, straightforward approach insightfully and brilliantly fuses basic acting techniques with audition preparation and execution. His common sense thinking and insider’s point of view make for compelling reading for the developing actor.”
—Mark Saks, Casting Executive
“This book gives you the inside scoop you need to break into television. It is full of honest tips that will help you land your first role!”
—Katie McGee, Entertainment Reporter, WCBS-TV, New York.”
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