Real prep for (real) upcoming auditions.

Ever wonder what casting is writing down while you sing? It’s time to find out.

Each Sunday, simulate your upcoming week’s auditions with us. We’ll post two to three REAL auditions coming up this week — a Non-Union open call, an EPA, or an ECC — and you come ready to sing from your book for the auditions that excite you. PLUS, each week we’ll add a fourth “fantasy” audition to spice things up and keep you (and your rep book) on your toes.

But! If this week’s callboard doesn’t particularly excite you, or if you have a callback or different audition to prepare for, you can “Choose Your Own Adventure”: tell us what your plan is and your Guest Auditor (the smart person behind the table) will respond accordingly.

Additionally, this class is great for any actor who:

  • Has been out of (or new to) the audition game and looking to develop a solid routine

  • Is looking to join a community of supportive actors going to the same calls they’re going to

  • Is keen to know how their material is working, and how their package (from headshot to resume to attire) is being received

Class #1: Sunday, November 9th, 2025

with JESSIE HOOKER-BAILEY
As a Broadway actress and educator, Jessie has an intimate, insider’s knowledge of what casting is looking for — having served as a reader behind the table for numerous casting sessions, as well as in front of it.

THIS WEEK ON THE CALLBOARD:

— HADESTOWN Broadway EPA (Production Contract)
Audition info: Nov. 11–12, 10:00-6:00 at Pearl Studios
Please prepare a short selection (under 2- minutes) of a NON-MUSICAL THEATER song (folk, rock, jazz, gospel, etc.). All should bring music for an accompanist as well as their book of music.

—THE ADDAMS FAMILY Fireside Theatre ECC ($810/week)
Audition info: November 12, 9:00AM male characters, 10:30AM female characters at Open Jar Studios
Please prepare 16 bars of music; singing from the show is fine.

—THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Midtown Mgmt. Grp. ECC ($662/week)
Audition info: November 10, 10:00-6:00 at Ripley-Grier, 520 8th Avenue
Please prepare a musical theater or pop song in the style of the show (1950s pop).

—LES MISERABLES (Fantasy Musical of the Week)
Please prepare a short song in the style of the show that fits the role you feel you are most right for.

  • One-hour (Sundays, 5-6pm or 6-7pm)

    Taught by a Guest Auditor — someone with experience behind the table who can help you sharpen your skills

    Up to 8 students per hour. While not singing, other students sit “behind the table.”

    Class begins with a 10-minute brief on this week’s callboard and open discussion on the breakdowns, auditions, the union, and more

  • You bring a headshot, resume, and your book.

    In advance, you’ll fill out a form telling us which auditions you’re aiming for.

    When it’s your time, you have 5 minutes to sing two cuts from your book for the specific auditions you’ve selected. Your faculty instructor may ask you to sing more from your book (especially if they need to hear more, based on your chosen audition breakdowns).

    Your Guest Auditor will take copious notes which you’ll receive at the end of class … think of it like finding out all the secret information they’ll jotting down about you.

  • Examples of the feedback you might expect to see:

    FEEDBACK EXAMPLE #1:

    Great headshot! Awesome outfit for this Hadestown call. Nice song choice, but may have preferred something with more energy. Ground yourself from the start, your physical performance wandered a ton. Great shape of your cut on both. Second song, start the cut four bars later, and watch your pitch on the climax. When we asked for a comedy song (which is great for the show), you didn’t have one—something to think about! 

    FEEDBACK EXAMPLE #2:

    Perfect first song, perfect cut, terrific and energizing performance. No notes. Second song felt like not the best fit for the show … consider leaning more “pop” in your selection. When we asked you for more material, you seemed ready for anything. Your resume looks a tiny bit disorganized. Your outfit didn’t match the person in the headshot you’ve given.

COST PER CLASS: $59

sign up here!