Advanced Audition Technique
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Adult

Taught By Harriet Bass

Alliance Theatre
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Advanced Audition Technique

Adult

Advanced Classes for Working Professionals

Taught by renowned New York casting director Harriet Bass, this comprehensive course is designed to equip actors with the tools and techniques needed to excel in auditions for both classical and contemporary theater productions.

Course Highlights
  • Expert Monologue Coaching: Under the expert guidance of Harriet Bass, students will receive personalized coaching on audition monologues. Whether you're delving into classical masterpieces or exploring contemporary texts, you'll gain valuable insights into character development, emotional depth, and the nuances of delivering a captivating performance.
  • Mock Audition Sessions: Practice makes perfect. In this class, students will participate in mock audition sessions where they'll perform prepared audition sides. These sessions mimic real-world audition scenarios, providing valuable experience and feedback.
  • Cold Read Mastery: Auditions often include cold reads, and this course ensures you're well-prepared. You'll sharpen your ability to interpret and perform text on the spot, demonstrating your versatility as an actor.
  • Audition Techniques and Confidence: Confidence is key in the audition room. The instructor will share their extensive knowledge of audition techniques, helping you build confidence and poise. Learn how to make strong choices, connect with casting directors, and leave a lasting impression during auditions.
  • Career Preparation: Beyond honing your audition skills, this class offers invaluable insights into advancing your professional career in the theater. The instructor will provide essential advice to help you navigate the competitive theatre industry.

Tuition: $300
Maximum of 12 students
Duration: 6 sessions, 2 hours

Pre-screening required. To be considered for this class, email Robert Hindsman your headshot and resume. 

1 Sessions Available

January 15 - February 19, 2025

Wednesdays (11am - 1pm)

Meet the Teacher

Harriet Bass

Harriet Bass

Harriet Bass has been the New York casting director for the Alliance Theatre for over thirty years. She is the co-owner and founding partner of Bass/Valle Casting.

In New York City Harriet has cast for ABC/TV, Fox Television Studios, Joseph Papps’s Public Theatre: NEW WORK NOW, The Minetta Lane Theatre, The Women’s Project, La Mamma E.T.C., New York Women in Film and Television, and The Jewish Repertory Theatre. She has cast the last three of the late August Wilson’s ten part play series: the original and touring productions of “Radio Golf”, the Broadway production of “Gem of the Ocean”, and the Off-Broadway production of “Jitney”. Harriet continues to cast nationwide for numerous regional theatres. Please visit our website at bassvallecasting.com for a complete list. Feature films credits include: Pushing Hands directed by Ang Lee, Underheat, starring Lee Grant, First We Take Manhattan, produced by Golden Harvest Inc., and Graves End, directed by Sal Stabile.

Harriet is also a leading educator in audition technique, side and monologue coaching, and the business of acting. She has taught at the nation’s top universities and professional acting training programs.

Selected guest lectures and master classes include work at: University of North Carolina, University of Delaware, University of Missouri, Emerson College, Dean College, University of Minnesota/Guthrie, the Asolo Actor Training Program at Florida State University, the American Music and Dramatic Academy, New World School of the Arts, and Clark University, as well as Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, NY. She has coached private master classes in audition technique in New York including work with; Actors Connection, One-on-One Studios, The Network, Maggie Flanagan Studios, Nani-Saperstein and TVI.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts from Clark University, Massachusetts, a Master of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts from The University of Colorado, and attended the American Conservatory Theatre for Post Graduate Training in Theatre Art.

Alliance Theatre

The Alliance Theatre is the lead producing theatre in the Southeast, creating the powerful experience of shared theatre for diverse people on two stages. We value excellence, pursued with integrity and creativity, and achieved through collaboration. We deliver powerful programming that challenges adult and youth audiences to think critically and care deeply.
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