Many of today's hottest young entertainers got their start from a Disney Channel acting audition. Become familiar and learn a much as possible about the audition requirements before going to the audition, then practice, practice, practice. Or do it as if your friend is the one getting the promotion. It will also help you master the art of improvisation.
Then, if they can also deliver the acting goods, they win the role in a walk. Preparation, as all good job interview books will tell you, is essential. Jill's column, Art and Soul, is published monthly in the Actors Ink eZine at To read more about Jill and see more of her articles on famous acting coaches and her dynamic acting training, Act Intuitive, visit
Having a shaky sense of self while you're wrenching out your guts and tossing them on the floor daily as an actor is a potential personal powderkeg. It will show a degree of thoroughness and dedication that could be the deciding factor in your favor. The script can be of any nature - commercial, training video or movie but irrespective of this the casting directors have to look for the best fit actor or in some cases even go hunting for fresh talent. If something went very well, make a note of what it was. You only get one chance to make a first impression.
While this may not get you the scoop on every Disney Channel acting audition, it can be a foot in the door if you do not have an agent. So it's not only acting virtuosity or cold-reading prowess that's a prerequisite for a great performer. In his late 50's, Avery Mann considers himself to be a Jack of all trades and master of quite a few things. All this makes the job of a casting director and others involved in the casting process is immensely important and influential. I come from a generation who passionately embraced friends and threw open our houses and hearts to them.
While acting jobs can be hard to land, it is possible to break into this difficult field by answering a call for a Disney Channel acting audition. You might be surprised to learn the number of casting people and even directors that utilize improvisation. Because of our mutual interests and friendships, I've painted this town every hue imaginable over the last forty years with my college chum, Alan Martin. This is one major factor which helps one agent have an edge over the other.
Sometimes you'll get an open call where anybody can come down but these are the exception, not the rule. A sincere compliment is fine but a casting director will know when you're just grovelling. Again, if you are diligent in your pursuit of perfection, you'll put in the time and practice this exercise.
It's that unabashed sense of self and talent which I call a generosity of spirit. Thirdly, know exactly where the interview is, how long it takes to get there and arrive early. In this article we're going to go over some basic things that one should do before, during and after the big audition for a part.
If you're playing a cowboy don't get dressed up in a business suit. I came to the conclusion that they not only possess rare talent, which Alan had in abundance. In getting the audition in the first place, you or your agent are going to have to submit a photo and resume to the casting director.