The Excellent Audition Guide (How to do fantastic auditions, give great interviews, prepare amazing monologues and get into drama school)

A practical, upbeat and confidence‑boosting guide for anyone applying to drama school — packed with expert advice from an experienced actor, director and teacher.

Everything you need to prepare, perform and shine in your drama school auditions.

About the Ebook

The Excellent Audition Guide is an engaging, reassuring and highly practical handbook for anyone thinking of applying to drama school. Written by experienced actor, director and drama teacher Andy Johnson, this guide demystifies the entire audition process and helps applicants perform at their very best.

Johnson leads readers step‑by‑step through every stage of preparing for drama school applications, including:

• Researching drama schools and understanding what each one is looking for
• Writing personal statements and CVs that stand out
• Choosing, preparing and rehearsing monologues and songs
• Developing technical and vocal skills to support your performance
• Approaching auditions with confidence by being true to yourself and making fear your friend

Warm, encouraging and full of expert insight, The Excellent Audition Guide is ideal not only for applicants, but also for parents, teachers and advisors supporting young performers on their journey.

Critical Praise

"Smart, dynamic and inspiring, this is an invaluable book for anyone thinking of trying for drama school."
— Michael Simkins

"There's only one book in the world I would read about getting into drama school and doing good auditions. It's this one."
— Vanessa Kirby

"Accurate and beautifully concise… I wish Andy's written wisdom had been with me when I was applying to drama school."
— Freddie Fox

"Really practical and witty… like being led through the process by a trusted and knowledgeable friend."
— The Stage

"Crammed full of good advice… extremely useful… buying just this one book will give the auditionee all the information they need."
— reviewsgate.com

"Do yourself a favour and get ahead of the pack… expertly guides you through everything you need to know."
— actorhub.co.uk

Why You'll Love This Ebook

• A complete guide to drama school applications and auditions.
• Clear, friendly advice from an experienced teacher and director.
• Practical exercises to build confidence and improve performance.
• Perfect for students, teachers and parents navigating the audition process.
• A Nick Hern Books essential for aspiring actors.

About the Author

Andy Johnson began his career as a stand‑up comedian before moving into writing, acting and directing for stage and screen. A writer and performer for the BBC’s BAFTA‑winning Short Change, he has also won a Fringe First and numerous awards for his work at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Drawing on years of experience as a coach and mentor, Johnson has helped more than three hundred young actors win places at the UK’s top drama schools. His approach to audition preparation is practical, empowering and rooted in real‑world experience.

Publication Details

Publisher: Nick Hern Books

Publication Date: 25 July 2013

Print Length: 240 pages

Format: Ebook

Language: English

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