A well-trained actor is clear on preparing for their audition, brings a certain focus and energy to the room, and shares a personal point of view based on research and materials provided to their read.
These actors are flexible and resilient in their choices because throughout the casting process, adjustments with the script and character may change the vision and description initially provided with the audition materials. The part of the audition where it is most evident how material has been prepared, or where we see how precious you are about your choices is in the redirect.
The redirect, or direction given by casting following your initial read, is an opportunity to collaborate with the audition room. There are as many scenarios as there are casting directors. I will suggest three you may run into, how to adjust them, and why the redirect is so important to your bookings.
It’s Just Nerves “Let’s try it one more time. No notes.”
This redirect is ambiguous and seemingly hinders the actor. What may have happened is a bobble in the dialog, missing a beat or moment, and/or inconsistent focus. What is seen is an actor who is a good choice for the role, but nerves may be overtaking the read.
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