How to Audition for the Musical Theatre: A Step-By-Step Guide to Effective Preparation

by Donald Oliver

Preparation is the key to a successful audition. Donald Oliver shares his many years of Broadway experience and will show you how to build your song portfolio, what not to sing, where to find songs, how to work with a vocal coach and what to do if you forget the lyrics. All the details of good and effective preparation are discussed in a plain and straightforward way. Also included is a list of the most overdone songs. This is a book to help the novice and aid the professional do a better and more convincing audition.

Genres: Nonfiction

141 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1985

Reviews

[Beth Marques · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some great info but outdated. Written pre-internet.

[Jeanette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Auditions are every actor's least favorite part of their job (or hobby); a necessary evil. This book focuses on musical theatre, giving you helpful hints which take the guess work and uncertainty (and therefore much of the stress)out of the audition atmosphere. It covers how to choose an appropriate song for the audition, which songs to avoid, what to wear, how to favorably present yourself to the auditors, and much more. Extremely helpful and encouraging.