tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87762723994201279022011-09-28T14:12:19.675-05:00Audition stories from the voiceover, acting, and improv scene of Chicago, IL.AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.comBlogger1561100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-5086217951133878502010-03-07T18:49:00.001-06:002010-03-07T18:50:10.050-06:00

Here's one for the dudes that recently popped up in my email and is also on craigslist: A New Late Night Show for SPIKE TV is casting a Host: Monday March 22nd AND Tuesday March 23rd 10am-4pm ***Come prepared with a 30 second bit and your best improv skills. *** If selected, you must be available for a callback either Wednesday 3/24 or Thursday 3/25

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Today's VO audish was for a masseuse character described as "female, 25-35 sounding, lighter, cheerier." The dialouge was just one line, the rest of the spot was for a 35-45 yr old female voice. Because it was just one line, they had me read it three different ways."I'll be walking on your back now""I'll be walking on your back now""I'll be walking on your back now"Voice Acting!

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November through the first part of January was pretty slow for auditions. I am super happy to report that there is now lots to blog about!Friday I got a call that I was requested for an audish at 4:30. That sounded great, and it got even better when I got to my agency. "You're on hold for Monday, no pressure," my agent said as she handed me a script for the golden arches. THE golden arches. It

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My friends at Green Shirt Studio have some great new classes & a nice discount for friends of friends:It's the New Year and it's a great time to turn over a new leaf in your acting! Why not study Sanford Meisner's Approach to acting with certified instructors?We at Green Shirt Studio have been working hard to put together our winter classes and are excited for them to begin. This time around are

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GayCo is having an audish - a rare occurrence for this amazing sketch group. I saw their last show and it was very hilarious. Check it out below and email for an audition!!AUDITION FOR GAYCOBecome A GayCo Artistic AssociateIt's our first audition in nearly 3 years! GayCo has been creating critically-acclaimed GLBT-themed sketch comedy since 1997. Join our body of talented Artistic Associates;

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The Playground is offering a solo comedy class, sign up hereIf you've been in a creative rut, and/or you lack written material, this solo comedy class will get you in gear. It's also a great jumpstart if you're thinking about doing a solo show. Taught by all-around comedian Paul Thomas, the class focuses on crafting structurally sound scenes, creating multi-faceted characters, and performing with

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Well, I have not posted much lately because I have not had a VO audish recently. That's ok, I assume I am still with my agency because I did get an email from them to all their actors saying not to go in for an audition if you are sick.All this down time has given me the opportunity to reset- I just got new headshots with the fabulous Brian McConkey. When I get the prints, I will be sending out

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Laugh Out Loud is holding auditions next week for short form improv shows.From CIN:Auditions slots are every half hour at Almalgamated Omniversal Corp1700 W. Irving Park Road, Suite 106Wednesday, Nov 11 from 4:30-7:30pmGreat cast & a great place to play, email for a slot!!

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ImprovAcadia in Bar Harbor, Maine is having auditions for their short form games / musical improv theater.From the CIN Post:We have a few audition slots left but we have intermittent access to the internet. If you want to schedule an audition, please call us at 207-288-2503.When you leave a message, give the following information:1. Name2. Contact Phone Number3. Day & Time of preferred

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Funny Bones was started in the beginning of 2008 with the intention of bringing laughter and joy to children currently admitted at Children's Memorial Hospital in Lincoln Park through Short Form improv games.From the CIN PostAuditions will be held Monday, November 16th from 6:30 to 8:30 at Second City. Sounds like a great cause - check it out and email for an audish!

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ComedySportz Classes are now enrolling for November. Check it out- lots of fun options:Fundamentals of ImprovScenic Improvisation ComedySportz Games Musical Improv

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Today I had an audition for a PSA - one of those 'go get your GED' spots. Often Public Service Announcements come off as cheesy or condescending, but this one was good. Many voices speaking for different parts of a person's life, from hard luck to turnaround to the success of getting her GED. EHMS* for sure.*Extreme Home Makeover Syndrome

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Harold Auditions are happening!Auditions for available spots on Harold teams will be held Saturday, October 31st with callbacks on Sunday, November 1st.To audition you must have completed your 5B show and graduated from the iO Training Center. No exceptions will be made.If you would like to sign up, calls will be taken starting on Wednesday, September 30th at 11AM until slots fill up. (773)880-

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The Playground Theater has a great program of FREE classes called the Improvisor's Studio. I just got an email that there are still spots open in two classes: "Giving & Receiving Gifts" and "Monologues."Check it out!

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Another Dialogue Audish today, and it turns out I was reading with a guy that I worked with about a year ago on my first real vo job, a radio demo. In that spot he was my 20/21 yr old boyfriend and I was 19 and I didn't know how to fix my car. This time around, we were on our honeymoon in Hawaii and in our late '20s. Oh, how time flies!Character Descriptions:Woman: More of an actress. Can go

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Sometimes I get a call from my agent for a Dialogue Audish- which means that I will be reading with another person. Most of the time I just read my lines and pause when the other person would be speaking.Today I had an audish that felt like deja-character-vu: I was the 18-20 yr old daughter going to college who is annoyed/embarrassed by Mom. The other character was the Mom. I wonder how many

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ComedySportz is having auditions! Check out the CIN post:ComedySportz’s next round of professional auditions will be held 8/29-9/1. The primary goal of this audition is for our Professional Ensemble. We will also be considering talent for Battle-prov, our Extended Company, and Honors 303 scheduled for October. Fun!!

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Today I had a triple audish and read for three spots! Here are the highlights:"Not too big. Or too small.""It doesn't taste interesting.""So not only did I get something new and interesting, I still made it to my appointment."Fun!

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This one came across my facebook via the O'Connor group- You can join their fbook fan page for periodic notices.CASTING TELEVISION COMMERCIALS & PRINT FOR “Dove Hair Product”Looking for “REAL” Women who look 29-35 years old, to be considered for a Commercial & Print Advertising Campaign.You will be well compensated if chosen.THE SHOOTS WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA AND POSSIBLY IN

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ComedySportz is on a roll with this fun audishes. Check out this one on CIN:June 5th - with a headshot and resume at 2:00pm sharp ...ComedySportz Chicago has partnered with Royal Caribbean Productions in an effort to help them locate the three improvisational comedians for their newest and most state of the art ship: The Oasis of the Seas! These individuals will play Royal Comics on the ship and

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Today I had an audish and it turned out to be in the category of 'feminine products.'These testimonials sound like women telling their friends, acquaintances, & co-workers what they love about pads.I knew I could nail this because I'm always telling my acquaintances how much I love maxi pads..... NOT! Who does that? Now for the unbelievable lines:I didn't feel like I was wearing a padSuper

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Here's a great audish over on CIN-ComedySportz is looking for performers of diverse ethnicities for upcoming professional engagements in Chicago and other major cities. These engagements require performing short-form improv and facilitating improv workshops with high school and college aged youth.Auditions will be Monday, June 8th, at The ComedySportz Theatre at 929 W Belmont.Click here for the

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My most recent VO audish was for a cross promo between the McGolden Arches and a baseball team- buy a value meal, get a cute discount on tickets.The copy was a fun list of things you would do for tickets.... or you could just go to McGolden Arches!This was a fun audish, but it was also another Crazy Cabbie day.When my cab driver dropped me off, he said, "What is in these two buildings? I come

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I do have a VO audish to post about and I'll get to it shortly.But first, for all of my sporty improv friends- check out this c-list ad for a sports show:The Jim Rome Show and Jim Rome Is Burning are looking for a writer(s).Lots of improvisor are also writers, so if that's you & you're into sports, go for it!

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Lots of fun audishes and classes over on CIN, here's my fav:Rec League at ComedySportz Improvisers and Improv Students are encouraged to try out their short-form chops in upcoming auditions for REC League. Great chance to practice and perform shortform games!

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Lucky you- Second City has another round of Music Improv classes starting up. I am currently in the final level and we're preparing for our run of shows in the Skybox. I truly believe that these are the best classes ever. And they are competing against my voiceover class so you know it must be good. Of course, if you don't like musicals or singing then none of this applies to you. But if you do

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My friends just started a cool new actor coaching service. Details below!Due to many requests, Green Shirt Studio is launching an actor coaching service. Combined Qualifications Include:2 M.F.A.s in Acting3+ years teaching acting & voice at university level15+ years combined acting experienceOver 7 years monologue coaching experienceChicago's only certified teachers of the Meisner technique and

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I found this on Lauren's blog and it explains so many things:http://youdidntgetonaharoldteambecause.com/ps- I did a whois search and it's registered to some guy in NYC. So I guess it's not a Chicago thing but it could be.

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It was already going to be an exciting Monday: I was looking forward to a callback for a super fun musical improv group. THEN- a reminder popped up on my outlook for a VO audish. OMG! I totally forgot that on Friday I had scheduled an audish for Monday.I van-cabbed it over to the agency and read two spots for your favorite Mexican beer. This time I did not have to say it in the slate, but I did

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Usually I see the good, bad, funny, crazy audishes posted in all the links on my sidebar- The Reader, Craigslist, Chicagoplays.com, ect. So you can imagine my amazement at discovering this audish in a Chicago Tribune article: Schaumburg Flyers Baseball Dance Team. And now you can imagine how sad I am at reading about this after the fact. I would probably have gone out there to audish! If I had

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In today's guest post: another example of using improv in an audish!Last year I was asked to audition for some TV show coming through town that needed improvisers who could act like a variety of "young hollywood types." They gave us a list of types we could choose from. You had to pick one, dress as that character, come up with a "story to tell" about your character and lastly they'd conduct an

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VO business is picking up! I got called in for a dialouge audish today, and when I got there I ended up reading for four roles in three different spots:'Crew' and 'announcer' part for a McGolden Arches spotA teen at a local mallA twenty-something at a local mallGuess which one was my fav? uhDUH- teen at the mall. for sers.I checked my calendar, and it had been about 2.5 months without any VO

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There is an audish party happening over on CIN, fo' reals:TP&R Casting is looking for 25-35 yr old men for a print adBlewt! (one of the most successful comedy producers in town) has a brand new 'courtroom' show Reset List (An Improvised Rock Show) is being started by some peeps that I personally know to be totes hilarsEven Baby Wants Candy is having an audish!And either business in the VO world

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Today I had a VO audish for a popular antivirus software. The copy was very announcery and informational, but the character description was:"a grown up Juno, edgy, quirky, spunky attitude, hipster vibe. Not sweet."A fun challenge AND I got to say the line "this limited time TV offer."

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OMG, these are the kind of posts that make me wish I was a child or that I had a child. This audish for the Wizard of Oz is just phenomenal.The National Tour of “The Wizard of Oz” is touching down in Chicago on April 30, 2009, and is calling for 12 local children to perform the roles of “Munchkins.”... “The Wizard of Oz” is looking for a group of 12 skilled dancers and singers engaged in an

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In today's guest blog...I do not have an agent, but I've done a workshop with a casting director and he will occasionally call me in to audition for commercial and film projects. Maybe that's an overstatement, he's called me in twice. :)The first audition I went on was for an industrial film. I had been given sides earlier for a group scene. The scene required 4 people, but in my time slot one of

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On Saturday, I went downtown in the pouring rain to audish for two student films. They turned out to be two super fun audishes. The first audish had requested a monologue, and I prepared the same one that I had done for my most recent agent audish. This time they laughed so that was a big relief.The second audish was one page of the script. They had me read it through once and then gave me two

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Yesterday my VO agent called and asked me to come in for an audish. This was great because they haven't called me in awhile. And then I got there and found out it was for three spots- super funsies!The first two spots were for the same sassy shaving cream and each was a little different- the more sophisticated, relaxing spot was aimed at adults and the other spot was 'more energetic and youthful.

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Columbia College student film audish postings are all over the place. I signed up for two of them on Saturday morning- fun!The Reader has one here and hereCraigslist has a few including this one for four student directors.Although these projects are probably unpaid, they can work with union members under student agreements. Benefits include good equipment, building credits and your reel.

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Now here is a high class post: the Chicago Symphony Chorus is holding an audish for singers.

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Are you stuck in a long form rut? I'm lucky enough to do both short form and long form improv on a fairly regular basis. Before I moved here, I had only done short form. Then I only did long form for awhile. And slowly short form improv came back into my life and I remembered how much I liked it.ComedySportz Classes are about to start - teachers are listed here.Some people have created a feud

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As a result of my mailing last Monday, I got a call two days later from an agency to come in for an audish. Awesome! Then they asked me to come in this week with a 2 minute monologue. Ohhhh right, you mean the 2 minute monologue that I should have prepared and ready to go at any time? Opps. I guess I got lucky with the VO agent- they just had me read copy. I must report the truth to my readers

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I am loving all of these audish stories! Here's another from an anonymous friend:Collaboraction Sketchbook AuditionsThe set up is this:A lively celebration of staged theatrical works, music and fine art, SKETCHBOOK is a short play festival like no other. Each year Collaboraction guides more than 200 artists through an exciting collaboration where 10-20 short performances, each seven minutes or

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-73761503030718454192009-02-16T10:49:00.001-06:002009-02-19T10:09:37.448-06:00

ImprovAcadia still has some audish slots open - Check it out! I performed there for 2 weeks a few summers ago and it was awesome. Fun shows with lots of music and you're basically on vacation in Maine near a gorgeous national park.When I auditioned a few years ago I felt there was no way I would even be called back, and even if I was invited I would have to negotiate with my job. So I thought, "

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-61175895023930892432009-02-15T09:58:00.004-06:002009-02-18T11:05:08.124-06:00

My evil plan is working! Here's a guest blog from K:I went on a an audition that called for "classical sounding" singers. Which I'm not really, but hell, why not? It was for Christmas songs and I like Christmas! I get there and sing through my accompanied piece (very much not classical) and then started my Christmas Carol a capella as they had asked. I was doing "What Child Is This" but my nerves

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-60205117307322215532009-02-11T14:39:00.002-06:002009-02-11T15:16:54.411-06:00

The post office just announced another increase in postage. Yet another reason to get your buns moving and do an agency mailing!There are currently a few commercials in rotation that cause me to say "OMG! I know that guy!" I would love for this to happen all the time so I am offering a special quid pro quo deal to Audish readers- I will email you my updated list of AFTRA franchised agencies in

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-74495308118603339782009-02-09T09:23:00.002-06:002009-02-09T09:29:20.963-06:00

I’ve been a little slow on the VO audishes lately so I don’t have many fun stories in that department. Fortunately for all of us I have fabulously talented friends. Molly recently blogged about a relevant topic and has given me permission to share it here:Just wanted to share a tip. Let me start off by saying this specific tip applies to on-camera auditions only...I interned at a casting office

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-88190145289255410612009-02-02T14:25:00.002-06:002009-02-02T14:34:52.450-06:00

Several Really, Really Good-Looking Audish posts on CIN...pH Productions will be holding Open Call auditions for their 7th season.And if you are a guy, you can audish for DudeProv legends Mission Improvable Chicago There's even a real play you can try out for. funsies!!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-86551900513945891992009-01-22T09:05:00.000-06:002009-01-26T09:08:14.344-06:00

Normally I would say never pay to audition- but this is something special.A friend of mine has organized a benefit at The Annoyance for his cousin, a vet of the Iraq war .The big auction of the night is a walk-on role on Curb Your Enthusiasm. Check it out!!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-79244927495546553112009-01-15T11:52:00.005-06:002009-01-15T12:20:39.868-06:00

On Saturday, February 21st iO is having Harold Team audishes with call in sign ups tomorrow.Info on the official site is here, info on CIN is here."Please bring a headshot and resume. If you do not have a headshot, please bring a comparable photograph. No need to let your picture be funnier than your audition. Please dress as you would for a show."Do you have your materials ready to go? If you

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-48536411091863869912009-01-14T11:12:00.001-06:002009-01-14T11:15:16.816-06:00

Lots of improv audishes are popping up over on CIN, chick it out if you're looking for a new project!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-60660238833298726062009-01-06T23:15:00.001-06:002009-01-14T11:21:17.895-06:00

The Green Shirt Studio is offering a new round of classes:MAKE CONTACT with your impulses and get out of your head. EXPERIENCE true spontaneity, authentic communication and genuine emotion. EXPAND your acting and improvising through this unique, visceral approach. IMMERSE yourself in the acting approach studied by David Mamet, Robert Duvall, Sydney Pollack and many more. When: Saturday mornings

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-29520869651625961152009-01-03T11:21:00.004-06:002009-01-14T11:47:39.743-06:00

In my other life as a marketing coordinator, we created a plan for 2009 using a year long calendar. The marketing department made a list of everything we are supposed to do and planned out a schedule. As proposal and other day-to-day requests come in, we get pretty busy. So this keeps us on track and reminds us of the big picture things we are supposed to do. I have always had lots of 'plans'

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-53960570617242474002008-12-31T14:26:00.004-06:002008-12-31T14:31:28.488-06:00

Here is a great way to save some money on a class at the Acting Studio- the excellent school where I took my voiceover class. Numerous friends have enjoyed their on camera and acting classes. I got this in an email since I'm on their e-list, but I think everyone can use it. Funsies!!Our 3rd Annual 3 WishesNew Years DiscountThis holiday season, you can save 15% off any Adult class or the Kid/Teen

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-25074662832925318902008-12-26T22:47:00.003-06:002008-12-26T22:52:59.593-06:00

Merry Christmas to all! No voice over audishes this week, but I have another topic in mind.As I occasionally mention, guest posts and stories are always welcome. This time I have a specific request- BAD audishes. Please send me your stories of audishes gone wrong. Leave a comment! Thanks!!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-57327252283581792622008-12-15T16:26:00.004-06:002008-12-15T16:36:42.793-06:00

If I were a dude I would go to this audish just to see who else would show up:Seeking 1 man (considers himself sexy) to play late 30's -40'sThere are plenty of guys in that age group who can still bring the sexy. I'm just saying there might be a few interesting candidates.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-65983467820449047112008-12-10T13:16:00.003-06:002008-12-10T13:34:45.859-06:00

Today I had an audish for a hair product company- oh la la. I also found out that even though the song sounds like "ress" it's actually pronounced "tray-sem-may." Felt weird to say, but that's how it was spelled out in the copy.The spot was an inner monologue about how another lady got such great hair. The character description was "likable for her vulnerable, slightly insecure personality.""

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-81648747860930808332008-11-29T10:38:00.003-06:002008-11-29T10:56:02.996-06:00

If you're interested in musical improv, I highly recommend audishing for this program:The Second City Training Center announces Auditions for the Music Improv Program Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th.I'm in level 2 right now and it is fantastic. I would even say I like it better than the entire conservatory program. In level 2, we are going through the standard structure of a

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-10758181142336132662008-11-20T09:06:00.004-06:002008-11-20T09:26:56.436-06:00

Two reasons for my lack one posts: one is that I haven't had many auditions and the second is that I am doing NaNoWriMo, a challenge to write 50,000 words of a novel in the month of November. I don't want to jinx myself but I just passed 25,000. Yes, that's about five days behind, but I skipped a few days at the beginning of the month and have managed to get in about 2,500 words a day over the

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-4743312305560086722008-11-07T13:52:00.003-06:002008-11-07T13:58:10.775-06:00

Today I had a super fun audish, two different spots for landline telephone service. The character for both was a tween girl age 12-15 who was a drama queen. On one had, it is kind of annoying that the most prevalent image of teenage girls in the media is that of a ditzy, dramatic self centered girl. On the other hand that is one of my favorite character types to play.In addition to a fun

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-13349432649793508572008-11-04T13:57:00.002-06:002008-11-04T14:09:39.927-06:00

New Year Resolutions: 2 Months Early. A double audish today and it turns out both were for diets. Wrigley is marketing gum as a way to get over cravings. Hmmm… should I eat this cookie, or chew fruity gum? The other spot was for a nutritional website.The most interesting part of this audish was the ride there- my cab driver was absolutely ridiculous. First, he pulled over to mail something. What?

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-21543735540558678862008-11-03T09:54:00.000-06:002008-11-04T09:58:32.926-06:00

If I was a dude I would be audishing for this for sure:Altar Boyz CastingAltar Boyz is an award-winning Off-Broadway musical comedy about a fictitious Christian boy band from Ohio. The show is presented in real time as a concert, the last concert of their national "Raise the Praise" tour, by the five-member group the Altar Boyz and their band.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-9118309201471069602008-10-21T12:09:00.000-05:002008-10-29T12:12:25.859-05:00

Graffiti and The Playground are doing a class that sounds awesome-Solo Sketch Comedy ClassThis workshop is designed to assist, motivate, and inspire those who would like to write and perform character monologues and one-person scenes. Open to the experienced and not-so experienced, it will focus on writing, stage presence, structure, tools, tricks, timing, cadence, finding inspiration --- to name

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-32951377317432721162008-10-16T12:05:00.002-05:002008-10-29T12:08:41.224-05:00

As we end out the year, it's a great time to review what you have spent on your career. It's also a good time to sign up for a workshop or invest in a mailing one last time for 2008- get those dollars into your career and you can deduct them against your income. Save a little bit on taxes or maybe get a refund!*This post brought to you by the wisdom I have gained by osmosis from my CPA father.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-28774213982170243132008-10-14T11:37:00.002-05:002008-10-29T12:02:25.914-05:00

I recently went through audishes at an athletic improv theater. I am excited to report they turned out well for me and I will be playing professionally at this theater. The numbers show it was a tight race- 120 people audished and 9 were hired. I don't want to be smarmy and I would have posted this had I not been hired, but yet again I saw some of my talented friends sabotage themselves.Things we

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-71200505351060409992008-10-09T17:02:00.001-05:002008-10-23T16:35:20.568-05:00

What is O+P=S?Opportunity + Preparation = SuccessOne of my friends was recently contacted and asked to submit for a big role in an upcoming Quirk de Oil of Olay production- a new show that will eventually end up on Broadway. With his permission I am going to retell some of the details. I love this story because it is a perfect example of O+P=S and why you should always be ready. “Be ready”

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-81379945742314396412008-10-07T13:44:00.001-05:002008-10-07T13:50:19.584-05:00

Had an audish today for a video game commercial. The voice of everyone’s favorite new game system is “friendly, inviting, and conversational.” Just one line, three reads in a row on one slate.Rated SMF for So Much Fun!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-23501911648664120252008-10-01T09:56:00.002-05:002008-10-01T10:08:07.399-05:00

Lots of improv audishes listed over on CIN, including Hogwash & Comedy Sportz. Get those headshots & resumes ready. :)

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-38209584789438990742008-09-23T15:02:00.003-05:002008-09-23T15:07:44.571-05:00

Performink is having a one day seminar on Saturday. Sounds cool!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-7240878291761623712008-09-12T11:59:00.000-05:002008-09-13T12:16:09.994-05:00

The House Theatre is a group that has taken Chicago by storm over the last few years, including recent nominations for several Jeff Awards. The last play I saw there was captivating. It was a drama that was also a mystery and I was so scared and creeped out that I cried. Awesome!Check out their audish on Chicago Plays:The House Theatre of ChicagoRose and the RimeDate: September 30thPay: Stipend

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-21507202535301126132008-09-10T15:53:00.002-05:002008-09-10T16:19:58.800-05:00

SKILLS: The area at the bottom of your resume where you list everything you know how to do, sortof know how to do, or at one point in time knew how to do. Well, "flute" is listed on my resume and last week I had the urge to see if I could still play and read music. I actually played from 3rd grade until my senior year of high school, including several years of private lessons. Quick flashback: I

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-35003952760214304252008-09-08T15:47:00.000-05:002008-09-10T15:52:02.605-05:00

Morning audish: First off, it was at a production studio instead of my agent's office. And it seems that the studio is a converted apartment. I was a little confused walking into a building that said 'residences' but it turns out it was the right building. It was actually a long audition, they had me read several times, asking for different things. Apparently this 11 year old gal is a sassy old

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-45674653695916534122008-09-05T16:01:00.003-05:002008-09-05T16:07:10.040-05:00

Fun and full weekend ahead: I have shows tonight, tomorrow, and Sunday. Improv audition on Sunday and a VO audish on Monday for the 11 year old voice of our favorite red headed burger slinger! Maybe I will get free baked potatoes if I book it.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-43516229716810129012008-08-29T13:36:00.001-05:002008-09-10T15:53:15.540-05:00

Back to school sales on office supplies abound, and it's time to get busy and audish for some fall shows.Lots of auditions posted on CIN and on Chicago Plays !

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-54873594198987739922008-08-28T15:39:00.001-05:002008-09-05T15:55:50.644-05:00

I was just in glorious Pittsburgh, PA for two college improv shows over three days. The fun times included a great show, tax free clothes shopping, and a show that turned into a workshop. And it was all made possible by our GPS directional device. Seriously, Pittsburgh is a curvy city. Those Allegheny foothills make for some beautiful scenery but they are tricky to navigate on a dark and stormy

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-71533365011115946212008-08-22T11:43:00.003-05:002008-08-22T11:46:22.605-05:00

Wow, if I was a singer or dancer with real training I would totes sign up for this:WICKEDPrincipal AuditionsWICKEDSingers Chorus CallLots of audishes on chicagoplays' site, what are you signing up for?

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-19514927500918939132008-08-05T22:52:00.002-05:002008-08-05T22:57:58.961-05:00

Here's something that drives me crazy: "performance artists" whose art is painting themselves in a metallic fashion and acting as if they are a statue. It just creeps me out! OMG it freaks me out. But if you happen to be a "performance artist" then this audish might be for you:Human Statue needed for our trade show exhibit ....I can't even google image search this one for you.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-35912060901108642002008-07-31T09:26:00.003-05:002008-07-31T09:41:38.955-05:00

Last night after I left my office job I had quick audish since the agency is open until 5:30. I had gotten a call that I needed to read something that afternoon or this morning, and I was able to get in yesterday. It was a public service announcement and my part was that of a teen going to a party... you can guess the rest. It's always fun to read young parts :)Then I got a call from a friend

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-54948224823196373812008-07-25T13:45:00.002-05:002008-07-30T13:50:36.959-05:00

Today I had an audish that used the video from a tv spot that currently airs. From what I can remember of the ad, I think the copy was different. I had to listen to it and then try to match it- that's a new one. It took me three takes. Yea, I'm there.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-43496041781669941422008-07-24T21:25:00.003-05:002008-07-28T12:21:50.582-05:00

What a week. I had an audish Wednesday and when I got there found out it was a double audish. And now I have another audish Friday. Sometimes I think this whole industry is like a really bad boyfriend. It doesn't call for weeks and then you get flowers, dinner, and chocolates. So you forgive it and then it forgets about you again. Just a subtle way to explain the lack of posts :) Anywho...First

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-24803279739713920942008-07-22T21:54:00.003-05:002008-07-22T22:30:13.073-05:00

Last Thursday I was honored to assist my fav shortform theater with callbacks. As you may have noticed from this blog, I love audishes- on both sides of the table. And this was no exception. I got to see two awesome groups of improvisors- very hilarious. And I got see 16 resumes and headshots. Most people had it together, but I saw a few resumes that were not quite up to speed. It reminded me

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-19992947577434214012008-07-19T20:46:00.001-05:002008-07-22T21:43:04.134-05:00

Quite a Saturday.Audish #1: Agency open call as previously mentioned. It was alot like this picture that I found on google image search... By the time I got into the office it was actually just past the scheduled end time. The interns ushering us around said they were moving as quickly as possible. I think it went well - I got a one line response of 'we will keep this.' They said the same to one

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-56127955601026848522008-07-18T12:57:00.004-05:002008-07-22T20:45:12.806-05:00

I just got back from an audish for a really fun beauty store that has a location about 5 minutes from my apartment. One of my favorite things about auditions is when the product turns out to be something that I know and love. And the spot was cute and funny!"It's not easy being beautiful..."

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-89783875030315117922008-07-15T13:06:00.000-05:002008-07-18T13:09:26.552-05:00

Lily’s Talent Agency is having an open call on Saturday.Chick it out and report back if you go!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-89636905646487760622008-07-11T13:57:00.002-05:002008-07-11T13:59:32.307-05:00

I perform at this theater & they're having an audish- check it out!Laugh Out Loud Theater is holding auditions for paid positions in short-form improv shows at the Streets of Woodfield in Schaumburg. Looking for several people to join a rotating cast on Friday and Saturday nights, typically you would work three to four dates in a two month schedule. Owning a car is helpful but not a must – casts

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-22414299302512275662008-06-23T12:06:00.003-05:002008-06-23T12:23:54.393-05:00

First off, sorry for the lack of posts. I have had a lack of audishes to blog about. :) Guest blogs are welcome always. Today I had an audish for a favorite breakfast treat. Interesting script- the pastries are at the movies. I was the valley girl toaster pastry:I don't want to be consumed, I'm scared!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-72270476855717933792008-06-16T09:30:00.002-05:002008-06-16T09:31:03.532-05:00

I'm not much of a theater person, but there are lots of season general audishes going on now:http://www.chicagoplays.com/industry/auditions.aspxfun!!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-6695919759399901422008-06-03T07:59:00.000-05:002008-06-03T07:59:00.960-05:00

I just found this cool little google map mashup for calulating taxi fare:http://chicago.taxiwiz.com/We are living in the future.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-65841861055205794602008-06-02T13:14:00.001-05:002008-06-02T13:16:57.429-05:00

Please, oh please, let this be real:All Male Dance Team Seeks YOU!!!!!Have you always loved choreographed dance routines? Do you like watching Usher and Justin Timberlake bust a move in their music videos and at live performances with a large group of synchronized dancers?From the Reader.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-65438174530478685402008-05-29T13:01:00.001-05:002008-06-02T13:16:46.303-05:00

Last minute audish yesterday, I actually went over to my agent's office after work instead of at lunch. Apparently the friendly golden arches is going to offer fruit smoothies and call it "McCafe". I don't usually audish for announcer parts, and it turns out it's pretty straight forward. The character /crazy stuff is more fun :)

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-74633507260174517052008-05-21T14:45:00.003-05:002008-06-02T13:16:46.305-05:00

Yesterday I had a fun dialogue audish. It wasn't at my agent's office, it was at a casting office and there were people from several different agencies. We had to sign in on the union sheet and I got to list my AFTRA number :). Actually, I saw a few gals I know through improv- it's always fun to see people you know 'on the audish scene.' The audish was for a radio spot- a classic girly scene

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-85112923445581447332008-05-16T16:14:00.004-05:002008-06-02T13:16:46.305-05:00

Today I had a really fun audish for an audio book as a teen girl. I got the "sides" a day in advance- usually I see the script when I get there. I really liked having the extra time, and even when I read it out loud for the first time I found some new meaning. It looks like the book is written by her for a chapter, then by a boy, then back to her and so on. It was a full page of text. And I

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-77315737322360575462008-05-15T15:00:00.002-05:002008-05-15T15:05:58.538-05:00

Lots of Improv Audishes right now!A pretty cool improv show is having audishes:Chemically Imbalanced Comedy announces auditions for additional cast member for our hit improv show "Bad Review." I have a vo audish for an audio book tomorrow, and I will report on it soon!

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-72205329693345672922008-05-07T09:04:00.002-05:002008-05-07T09:15:50.096-05:00

No audishes to write about. Just an industry heads up that the AMPTP is back to the non-negotiating table. This time it is with SAG and AFTRA, and according to Deadline Hollywood Daily: This is a virtual repeat of how the group representing the Big Media companies acted during bargaining with the WGA, including how the AMPTP and moguls pitted the directors guild against the writers guild.

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-2297824369619252952008-05-05T09:24:00.000-05:002008-05-05T09:26:25.064-05:00

This looks pretty awesome:The Jedlicka Performing Arts CenterCOPACABANAType / Restrictions: The Jedlicka Performing Arts Center (JPAC) will host auditions for Barry Manilow’s COPACABANA. The Production calls for the casting of three men, three women and a large singing/dancing ensemble.http://www.chicagoplays.com/industry/auditions.aspx

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-65257621773891218592008-04-25T16:18:00.003-05:002008-04-25T16:23:29.635-05:00

Interesting dialogue audish today. I was a teen daughter with my dad. The guy who was reading the dad was actually the writer. He gave me some direction when we did the read through. Then we went into the booth and my agent gave me a different direction. We did a second take and somehow I managed to make both of them happy, so maybe he'll put in a good word for me with the creative team. :)

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-19169799157639438622008-04-24T09:05:00.003-05:002008-04-24T09:34:31.325-05:00

This Audisher was on double duty yesterday.First up, a sketch show that required prepared songs. Plural- as in an uptempo and a ballad. When I got the email last week, I contacted my former teacher at Old Town. She fit me in for a private lesson which was super sassy and productive.And finally yesterday arrived- the first time I had to sing a prepared song for an audish. I was looking forward to

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-73476693676464966822008-04-21T16:38:00.002-05:002008-04-21T17:03:05.234-05:00

Postage is going up May 12, which is a great deadline to set for doing another round of mailings to agents. I'm sending one out today. I haven't done a mailing in about a year, so it's a bit overdue, but now I can include my AFTRA status and recent bookings. From what I hear, the timeline is one or two times a year, and in between you can send postcards with your career updates (classes, shows,

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-49531167264600464522008-04-17T14:24:00.001-05:002008-04-18T12:49:41.507-05:00

It's official! When I joined I got a super cute t-shirt, and they actually had a size small. On the back it says "AFTRA/SAG Chicago Believe It!" I love that slogan, because you really do need a positive, proactive attitude to propel yourself in the crazy world of entertainment. It reminded me of this guy who was in my VO class at the audition studio way back in Nov of '06, who constantly offered

AuDisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16033949765076951068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8776272399420127902.post-14420053976890127322008-04-16T15:59:00.004-05:002008-04-16T16:20:22.552-05:00

So much fun would be the wrong way to describe my vo gig today, because it would be longer than my script. Yes, that's right, my Texas radio debut is two words. And they didn't have an actual script. But I'm not complaining, because cheese is cheddar, you know? And this gouda comes from a very popular brewing company.I have discovered one of my favorite things in the world is being offered water

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