One week ago today, I launched my new biz! Here’s a review:
On Monday, July 2 I got the party started!
On Tuesday, July 3 I told you what I do and I how I do it. I also gave away my Audition Tracker (pdf).
On Wednesday, July 4 I gave out three free coaching sessions to drawing winner Maxwell Burnham!
On Thursday, July 5 I told you the haps from June and gave away my Audition Journal (pdf).
On Friday, July 6 I gave away my favorite list: The Performer Checklist (pdf).
And that wasn’t all! I coached, I even had an audition myself. I saw a fantastic piece of theatre by one of the world’s greatest playwrights. I cracked into a great book. I threw a party for the fourth, I saw a movie, had dinner with my huz and friends, and even managed to get a little rest.
Things stay hoppin’ this week: This week I start rehearsals for my new show! I also have more coaching scheduled, and soon I will post an interview with an industry pro! In the meantime, many theatres have begun to post Season Auditions. Schedule a time with me to shine up your presentation!
You might be wondering about just what it is I do, how I do it, and how effective I am. For a quick run down on my auditioning philosophy, check out my About page. But for a more practical idea of what I actually DO as a coach, read on.
WHAT I DO
I work in several different ways. But here are some common types of sessions:
1. Monologue and/or song coaching. You have a particular piece you want to use in auditions. I help you make it sharp, specific and professional. We go through the piece moment by moment, upside down and inside out.
2. Repertoire consulting. I take a look at your repertoire (monologue and/or musical) and help you hone it, expand it, and focus it so that it is designed to show YOU off as a performer, and not anybody else. I find the gaps, the bulk and the weaknesses. Also, I make sure you have pieces that work right now, as well as a plan to develop more and better material for the future. More importantly, I show you how to highlight your strengths.
First, I send you a questionnaire that gives me information on your current repertoire and experience. Then we meet. I will have you perform a sample of the repertoire. Then we talk about creating a development plan. After our session, I will email you specific recommendations. Then if you choose, we can get together again to work on specific pieces.
3. Callback coaching. I will help you prepare your sides and presentation for the callback.
4. Audition Consulting – I’ll help you pick the right combination of material for your audition.
HOW I DO IT
Every actor is different and needs and wants guidance in different areas of their repertoire and presentation. After you contact me we will have a discussion about you and your goals. I tailor each session to the individual actor. I have a created a questionnaire that I will send to you and we will talk about your answers so I can really learn about you and the best ways I can assist you on your professional journey.
I tailor each session to the individual actor.
A sample session with me might follow this general plan: After you arrive, I have you perform your piece(s) immediately. Then we talk about the piece, the character, the play, etc. We also talk about who you will be auditioning for and what you hope to achieve. Then we will work through the piece moment by moment. (Lengthier monologues or songs may require a couple sessions to fully stage.)
After we meet, I will always follow up with a summary email about what we discussed. So many times coaching or classes are filled with tons of valuable information, but as we perform on our feet, we tend to forget many of the moments that spoke to us.
I’m an actor, too. I coach in addition to acting, so I am well aware of what you face in audition rooms. Rest assured I will help you to audition with a very current knowledge of theatre today.
THE RESULTS
You might be thinking, “Yeah, yeah. But I’m an actor and not exactly swimming in funds. How do I know if coaching with you is worth it?”
Let me tell you two things:
1. Everything I do, everything I write, everything I offer is created to provide value to you as a professional. I mean this down to every link I post on Facebook or Twitter. I write what I write because I wish somebody else would have written it first. I post links to articles that I think offer great insight, perspective or practical knowledge that will help an actor be a better actor. I do what I do because I wish somebody did it for me. I created my system for audition preparation because I needed one. I want it to help you too. Doing things cheaply, haphazardly or with bad intentions makes me feel all yicky inside. If it’s crap, I won’t send it your way. Truly, I care about your career and your successes. I read books about auditioning. I take all sorts of classes. I work. I have an investment in helping you to do well.
Everything I do, everything I write, everything I offer is created to provide value to you as a professional.
2. People I coach are consistently cast, called back and complimented on their auditions. Check out my testimonials page to hear directly from my clients. If you want more details from those I’ve worked with, please contact me and I will provide you with direct referrals. I can’t ever guarantee casting, but I can guarantee I will work hard for you.
People I coach are consistently cast, called back and complimented on their auditions.
I will boost your confidence and encourage you to spread your wings. You are not alone out there. The feedback and guidance I provide will calm your nerves and even make auditioning fun!
Don’t miss today’s Giveaway!
*I recommend letting this play as you read the rest of the post…you know, for atmosphere.
TODAY IS THE DAY!
3-2-1 LIFT OFF!
I am officially open for business!
All this week I will be giving out discounts, freebies, contests and all sorts of fun stuff!
Today’s offerings!
1. A 25% discount for any session scheduled today (7/2/2012)! (You can schedule for a date in the future, you just have to contact me today to lock in the discount.) Just mention the discount when you contact me.
2. Special this week only: I am offering special launch week hours ALL DAY this Thursday, July 5. Take advantage of today’s discount and book your session. (I have other availability this week. Thursday includes special extended hours.)
3. Enter for a chance to win THREE FREE SESSIONS from me. Enter by subscribing to my site (link on the right). Winner announced July 4th! If you have already subscribed you are automatically entered!
And that’s just today’s offerings! More fun stuff coming this entire week.
Believe with all of your heart that you will do what you were made to do.
Orison Swett Marden
How You Feel After a Session With Me:
How I Can Help You:
I created Authentic Auditioning, my core system for audition preparation, to help you audition at the top of your game. Read more about me and Authentic Auditioning here.
YOU, who you are…what you like…what you dislike…what makes you tick, YOU are the informing principle of how you audition. I will help you find the best material, hone the best repertoire, and show the best You in any audition.
I am an actor first. I am out there auditioning and working and I know what you face. I also have directing and music directing experience and know what it’s like on both sides of the table.
Check out my Services/Rates page for information on how I work.
But don’t take it from me, check out my Testimonials page to hear straight from my customers. I can also provide direct referrals.
How You Will Feel at an Audition After Meeting with Me:
I will help you to be confident in your performance and have fun at the same time!
All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put on paper. That’s what makes theatre live. That’s why it persists.
Stephen Sondheim
My Goals for This Week:
- Help me get 100 Likes for Launch Week! People who “like” my Facebook page get info first as well as free support and inspiration.
- Help me book Thursday to the max! Get your discounted session by contacting me! I have other availability this week. Thursday includes special extended hours.
How I Feel About Acting Coaching
It’s not enough to have talent. You have to have a talent for your talent.
Stella Adler
I have a talent for honing YOUR talent.
Let’s get it started!
Authentic Auditioning 