F.A.Q.

An audition is basically a pre-read.  A screening to see if you are right for a role.  It is a screening to see if you can you act, or have the potential to act; to determine if you can remember and deliver lines with stage presence?  

PREPARATION is your best friend.  BE PREPARED!

STAGE MILK | How to Learn Lines (Quick): 
https://youtu.be/gY-kRz62yFE 

THE ACTORS ACADEMY | Acting Advice Video
https://youtu.be/WUzKuDLwp7w

- Other Things to Note - 

GOLDEN RULE (in a scene or monologue): 
Effect the other actor (or reader); make them the focus

- Know your lines (fully memorized)
- Be Confident; not arrogant
- Create a character that you are proud of
- Have the ability to take direction

MORE HELPFUL VIDEOS:
✅How to Become an Actor in Film and TV: https://youtu.be/krHWL0Frk80 

✅ 10 Commandments of Self Taping: https://youtu.be/ghFZgmFA3a0 

✅ 7 Ways to Memorize Lines FAST: https://youtu.be/NrYXbl5toDU 

✅ What to Wear to an Audition: https://youtu.be/1FYADI0rSCc 

✅ Should You Move to Atlanta for Acting: https://youtu.be/_IIRBuUvwIU

A Monologue (Greek root word) is a speech delivered by one person; a long one-sided conversation, in other words it means “speaking alone”. In theatre, actors may have an internal monologue where they talk to him or herself to better understand some dilemma.

The opposite of that is a dialogue - two people that talk back and forth.

MONOLOGUE: SAVE YOUR SORRY (from COLORED  GIRLS)

https://youtu.be/BKbU-J1QAzc

MONOLOGUE: PEOPLE, PLACES, THINGS (from Duncan Macmillan)

https://youtu.be/g7QUWdc-7SA

MONOLOGUE: GOOD ENOUGH (from Adetola films casting call script)

https://youtu.be/zF1MkWiay7Q

TIPS FOR BEGINNERS:
https://youtu.be/1aprTgLiTeI 

Note: Monologues should be no longer than 1 min; 30 sec long.  Likewise, your monologues should be fully memorized!  Finally, it is a good idea to have two monologues of opposite genres (e.g. Comedy, Contemporary, and/or classical) in case the casting crew would like to see range. 

https://youtu.be/tsnx8ZGe5TE

https://youtu.be/37Wp50EHxuM


Some (not all) auditions may be recorded.  

Auditions that are recorded will depend on location. For instance, if auditions are held in Austin, TX they will be recorded in a studio. If they are held at another location they may, or may not be recorded.

If recorded it will be posted on YouTube @sherrywrightseedsforyou, and aired on local cable TV stations in Central Texas.

Channels: 10, 11, & 16
No, it is not a deal-breaker.  However, if you have one it will increase positive visibility and enhance your craft.  Professional headshots will put you out there more (if that is your goal).  It is preferred for use in advertisement.  

If you do not have a professional headshot, be selective in what you choose to use for the production. Meaning, use the best presentation of yourself that you can find. Likewise, it is helpful to the casting crew as it helps them remember who you are during the selection process.

If you find the experience in the "arts" to be something that you would like to advance in, work on getting a professional photo for future productions.

Note: Feel free to purchase photos from our photographer for future use (if interested).
Yes indeed!  You do not have to have expensive equipment to do it. Your phone will do just fine; especially if you are new to the acting arena.  You have the option to present live dialogue by using a "live" reader (off-camera), or perform a monologue.  

All self-tapes are due by the 9:59 p.m. on the night of the live audition.

EMAIL INFORMATION (to be sent to entire casting crew):
Name of the Production:
Date:
Time:
Role of:

TAPING INSTRUCTIONS (Acting Career Center) 
  • Tape in a non-distracting area, use good lighting with a reader (off-camera)
  • If using your phone shoot horizontally (landscape)
  • Include a full body slate at the END (portrait)
  • Scenes + slates should be included in the same file
  • Files should be named as follows: Firstname.Lastname.Role.Production.Name.Agency (if any)

SELF TAPE TIPS VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/0xAA6JwUh8Y

SLATES: A professional exchange of information (a small part of the audition)

Slates are mainly used for informational purposes. No need to stress over them. To slate an audition for SRD HOLYWOOD PRODUCTIONS, please provide the following:

IN-PERSON:
(Please slate)
- Your Name
- Name of the Monologue & where it is from (i.e. Friends, How to Get Away With Murder)
- Agency (if any)

IN SELF-TAPES:
- Your Name
- Your Height
- The Role (auditioning for)
- Your Location (e.g. Killeen, Georgetown, Austin etc.)
- Medium Close-up Shot
- Full Body Shot
- Profile Shot (left-side; right-side)
- Clean Backgrounds; good lighting
- Agency (if any)

BREAKOUT STAR ACADEMY | HOW TO SLATE AN AUDITION:
https://youtu.be/Ox-861o09K4 

At SRD HOLYWOOD PRODUCTIONS it is usually 24-48 hours.  If you are under consideration you will be notified via email, or by phone with an offer for a role, or a callback.  

Note: If you have great stage presence and delivery you may receive an on-the-spot appointment card to return for a callback.
A callback is a second audition; a narrowing down.

SRD HOLYWOOD PRODUCTIONS uses callbacks for "Chemistry Reads" or "Mix & Matches" to see who has good chemistry; who fits - what girl and guy have the most chemistry with each other.  Your chance to convince them that you can be trusted with that character role. It's Decision Time!
Yes of course!

If you are not cast for a role, or as an understudy you can become a prop assistant, stage manager, usher, or participate as stage hands.

Tip:
It is a good idea to become a part of the production in other areas because it affords you the opportunity to learn from behind-the-scenes.

This could increase your chance to be cast in future productions.
Pay starts at $100/show PLUS honorariums made off tickets that "you" sale, or tickets purchased under your name..  As we grow our ultimate goal is to obtain funding and sponsorship for better pay to our actors. 

EXAMPLE: How your ticket sales work::
When you sale (or a purchase is made under your name) on a $35.00 ticket you will earn an additional $15.00 from each ticket sold to your credit.  This can go up based on how many tickets ​are sold to your credit.

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:
  • FREE training to act/sing/dance
  • FREE platform to cultivate your gift
  • FREE platform to grow your audience/following
  • FREE platform to learn disciplined work ethics
  • FREE opportunity to work with new and like-minded talent
  • FREE resume building
  • FREE show photos; video clips; advertisement
  • FREE social media shoutouts 
  • FREE opportunity to minister, inspire, encourage, and bring awareness to audience viewers
  • Community/volunteer hours for students