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Wednesday Jun 19, 2019
Wednesday Jun 19, 2019
In this episode of the Spotlight podcast, we're joined by casting director Verity Naughton, CDG. We talk all about young performer casting, including...
- Headshots, profiles and what you should and should not include on your CV;
- How casting works, Verity's process and what stands out to her;
- Lots of practical tips and hints for preparing for your next audition;
- What's expected in the audition room - what to wear, knowing your lines, and lots more;
- Other advice for navigating the industry more broadly.
It's a super practical episode with tonnes of advice for performers and their parents alike. For much more information for younger performers, take a look at our website.
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