Audition Secrets

Any performer can show up to an audition, but the most successful performers show up to an audition fully centered in the 3 C’s…and when you show up rooted in the 3 C’s you can access that unquantifiable, and mysterious thing that people often call the ‘X factor’. In this episode Justin breaks down the 3 C’s, and even gives you a guided exercise that will help you master one of the most important C’s he talks about.

In this episode Justin shows you how to avoid the BAD reader trap, and how to create the exact dynamic you want and need in your scenes, no matter who you're in the room reading with!

What are the keys to true wealth in this business? The love you give, the love you receive, and the relationships you create and maintain. Listen as Justin speaks about an experience at a local High School that brought this concept into clear focus.

The difference between performers with moderate success, and performers with outstanding success boils down to...mastering the basics. The people who go back and reexamine the things they "think they know" are usually the ones who find ways to overcome the things holding them (and most other people) back from the success they deserve. Listen as Justin breaks down 7 Audition Prep Tips & Tricks that will help you to rise above your competition and increase your odds of getting the job! If you haven't picked up your digital copy of Justin's best-selling book "Audition Secrets" then head on over to www.auditionsecrets.com and get yours today!!

If you haven't gone to www.auditionsecretsbook.com and picked up your copy of AUDITION SECRETS the book...then what are you waiting for!?! Get your copy today and snag your free 7-day trial of the Audition Secrets Online Mastermind...the online community that has a ton of amazing resources that help singers, actors, and performers of all kinds OVERCOME NERVES, RISE ABOVE THE COMPETITION AND GET THE JOB! In this episode, Justin breaks down three major mistakes he's made (and sees a lot of other performers make) in the audition room, and gives you solid advice on how to avoid the traps that can kill your chances of getting the job.

If you want to overcome anxiety, rise above your competition, and get the part... picked up your digital copy of Audition Secrets at www.auditionsecretsbook.com today! In this episode Justin shares some personal stories and perspectives that his birthday and the official launch of his book and mastermind have brought to the surface...and he delves into his understanding of gratitude and how we can apply the simple act of embracing our experience of life (good, bad, and everything in-between) to encourage healing and create momentum that will propel us forward toward our goals.

This week I'm going live on Facebook and Instagram to break down my 7-step Mindset Makeover Success Formula. Discover how to break down negative beliefs and habits...so you can create new empowering beliefs and habits that get you closer to the things that you want and deserve! Also if you haven't picked up your copy of Audition Secrets you can get yours at www.auditionsecretsbook.com In this episode Justin talks authenticity in the audition room and how his son almost got him arrested. The big question of the discussion is how we can stop using manipulation to get the things that we want...and start exercising the muscle of authenticity and integrity instead.

In this Quick Hit episode, Justin shares an amazing piece of advice that 5-time Tony nominated director David Leveaux shared with him and the company of "Once Upon A One More Time" in a post-performance note session. The Musical Virus! Justin is also getting ready for his "Mindset Makeover" that begins next week (Monday, Oct. 21st) in the run-up to the official launch of the revised version of his book Audition Secrets Vol. 1 He'll be diving into a formula that will help you create more empowering beliefs, and that can be the launchpad for the kind of success you're looking for in your life and career!

Does the grind of auditioning and the general "business of show" sometimes make you question why you made the choice to be a part of the entertainment rollercoaster lifestyle? I have a powerful solution to the problem of burnout, and I reveal it in the latest episode of Audition Secrets titled "Stop Acting & Start Playing". If you haven't picked up your copy of Audition Secrets the book, make sure that you head on over to AuditionSecretsBook.com to get instant access to your copy right now! My guest Josh Robert Thompson, is an American voice actor, actor, comedian, and impressionist. He is best known for his work on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, providing the voice of robot skeleton Geoff Peterson along with numerous characters and impersonations, as well as his celebrity impersonations on Family Guy and The Howard Stern Show. Thompson is known for his celebrity impressions, including Morgan Freeman, Robert De Niro, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Matthew McConaughey. You can find out more about him and his outstanding work at http://thejrtshow.com

When you stop putting tons of pressure on yourself in auditions, you leave space for your unique genius to shine! In this episode, I use the example of my audition for the award winning "Lil' Sweet" national commercial campaign to show you how letting go of all the conditions we put on ourselves in the room (the need for "perfection", etc!!) can give us the permission we need to have fun and to let all the work that we've done (prep, classes, YEARS of schooling) shine though!! If you haven't picked up my book "Audition Secrets Vol. 1" then head over to http://www.auditionsecretsbook.com and pick up your FREE digital copy. It will only be free for a little bit longer...so get yours today!! 

If you haven't gone to https://www.auditionsecretsbook.com and picked up your FREE copy of my  best-selling book AUDITION SECRETS Vol. 1 then what are you waiting for? Find your audition and performance breakthrough today!  If you've ever found yourself wishing you had the kind of success/money/fame/clothes/cars that other people...especially the "shiny" people we see on social media and in entertainment have...then you definitely want to listen to this episode. Justin breaks down the trap that is comparing your life and success (or lack thereof) to the life and success of your peers and the "shiny" people we're bombarded by every day.  After that, the lovely, talented, Tony-nominated star of "The Prom" on Broadway, Caitlin Kinnunen stops by the show to talk about everything from her humble beginnings in Seattle's theater scene to the same-sex kiss that caused quite a controversy during her performance in the Macy's Day Parade.  

If you haven't picked up your copy of AUDITION SECRETS Vol. 1,- the behind the scenes guidebook for nailing more auditions and booking more jobs, then head over to Amazon and grab your physical or digital copy today: https://hi.switchy.io/19h8 Todays episode provides you with a powerful 3-step solution to one of the biggest problems that most performers face...lying in the audition room. Most performers don't even realize they're doing it...and worse...it's usually the first thing that performers do when the walk into the audition room!! Lying in the audition room strips you of your power, kills the connection between you and the people on the other side of the table, and makes you have to work that much harder to stand out from all the other performers that are vying for the job.  ...remember, at the end of the day, you're only one audition away. 

Sierra Boggess is Ruthlessly Herself All of us experience anxiety, in life and in our careers, but Sierra Boggess believes that mindset work is half the battle. She and Justin chat about auditioning for Disney, singing the role of Christine Daaé eight times a week, and realizing you aren’t that special. Sierra Boggess is an actress and singer best known for originating the role of Ariel in Broadway’s The Little Mermaid and for her multiple appearances in The Phantom of the Opera. Connect with Sierra on Instagram at @officialsierraboggess, Twitter at @sierraboggess, and at www.sierraboggess.com. People, Places & Things mentioned in this episode:Keith CarradineEncores! at New York City CenterLight Lessons by Sierra Boggess Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media!

The stars of Broadway may look like they have it all figured out, but today’s guest knows there isn’t one straightforward path to success in this industry. Michael joins Justin to chat about versatility, the roles that have changed him, and the necessary evil that is auditioning. Michael Cerveris is a two time Tony Award-winning actor best known for his roles in Broadway productions of Fun Home, Assassins, The Who’s Tommy, and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Connect with Michael on Twitter at @cerveris and Instagram at @michaelcerveris. Welcome to the fourteenth episode of Audition Secrets! People, Places & Things mentioned in this episode: TOMMY https://www.ibdb.com/broadway-production/the-whos-tommy-4715 David Hyde Pierce https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Hyde_Pierce Fun Home https://www.ibdb.com/broadway-show/fun-home-497806  Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media!

The atmosphere of auditions can overwhelm us, put us in our heads, and take us out of the scene. Ilana sits down with Justin to discuss her audition anxieties, finding truth in imaginary circumstances, and the best haircut she’s ever gotten. Ilana Levine is a seasoned stage and screen actor best known for the Broadway revival of You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown. She is also the host of the podcast Little Known Facts. Connect with Ilana on Instagram at @littleknownfactspodcast and Twitter at @ilanalevine. For more episodes and show notes, head on over to http://auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going!

Many performers experience anxiety, depression, or both. Justin sits down with licensed psychotherapist Rachel Wright to discuss mental health, being vulnerable, and acting sexy. Rachel Wright is a licensed psychotherapist, educator, speaker, writer, and the co-founder of the Wright Wellness Center. Connect with Rachel on Instagram at @thewright_rachel. For more episodes and show notes, head on over to http://auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going!

Do auditions give you anxiety? Justin chats with Elizabeth Ho about combating panic by staying grounded, staying present, and channeling Kathy Bates. Elizabeth Ho is an actress best known for her work in film and television — including her role as Jenny on Netflix’s Disjointed. Connect with Elizabeth on Twitter and Instagram at @realelizabethho. For more episodes and show notes, head on over to http://auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going!

Have you ever dreamed of being on American Idol? Justin got his start with the reality juggernaut, so its Executive Producer Megan Michaels stops by to discuss what makes a standout performer and just how easy it is to audition. Megan Michaels has worked on American Idol for over 250 episodes since 2003. She is currently an Executive Producer on the show. To audition for next season, visit www.americanidol.com/auditions For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip

Analyzing a scene or song for an audition can be daunting, but Robert Horn offers Justin some writerly insight into the process of crafting a scene to help the rest of us break them down. Plus, he shares the mindsets that have paved the way for his multi-decade career. Robert Horn is a playwright and screenwriter best known for writing the books to Broadway musicals 13 and Tootsie — the latter for which he won the 2019 Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical. Connect with Robert on Twitter at @rhorn1. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip

Justin sits down with Dayana and Colin to discuss ice baths, heightened awareness, and the breathing exercise that’s better than coffee. Dayana Pereira and Colin Kirts are the practitioners behind KORU Real Wellness, a training center and treatment facility offering a revolutionary movement-based model for personal growth and development. Connect with KORU, Dayana, and Colin on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook at @korurealwellness and at www.wearekoru.com. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip

Justin and Michaela chat about serving the story, reading plays backward, and failing faster. Michaela Murphy is a writer, playwright, storyteller, and teacher. Her stories have been featured on NPR, Off-Broadway, The Moth Radio Hour and mainstage, and in The New Yorker. Connect with Michaela on Twitter @bigalicenyc. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit https://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip

Robyn chats with Justin about star quality, actors with wit, and what’s really happening on the other side of the casting table. Robyn Goodman is a Broadway producer known for Avenue Q (2004 Tony Award) and In the Heights (2008 Tony Award), and she is the Executive Producer of Bucks County Playhouse. Connect with Robyn on Instagram @robyngoodman3419. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit http://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip!

Laura Bell Bundy joins Justin to discuss her audition philosophy, being a mover (not a dancer), and the restorative health benefits of just shutting up. Laura Bell Bundy is an actor and singer known for her Broadway turns in Legally Blonde, Hairspray, and Wicked along with her work on television. Connect with Laura on Instagram and Twitter at @laurabellbundy and at http://www.laurabellbundy.com. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit http://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip!

James Snyder chats with Justin about the art of gratitude, background checks on Broadway, and what Harry Potter taught him about walking the dog. James Snyder is an actor and singer known for Broadway turns in Cry-Baby, If/Then, and In Transit. You can currently catch him at the Lyric Theatre eight times a week as Harry Potter in Harry Potter and The Cursed Child. Connect with James on Instagram and Twitter at @thejamessnyder. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit http://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip!

Justin doesn't want you to be the asshole. In today's Quick Hit, he gives you three great reasons to fail while nerding out about synaptic pathways.    For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit http://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip!

The effervescent Laura Osnes joins Justin to discuss healthy competition, the value of kindness (and baked goods) in a difficult industry, and how Broadway absolutely didn't eat her for breakfast.    Laura Osnes is a Tony-nominated and Drama Desk Award-winning actor and singer known for her work in Broadway shows like Cinderella, Bandstand, Bonnie and Clyde, Anything Goes, South Pacific, and Grease. Her new film, "In the Key of Love," premieres July 1 on the Hallmark Channel. Connect with Laura on Twitter and Instagram at @lauraosnes. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit http://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip!

Broadway legend Patti LuPone chats with Justin about the shittiest audition she's ever given, how the industry has changed over the course of her incredible career, and why she didn't really want to play Evita.    Patti LuPone is a two-time Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award-winning actor and singer revered for her work on the international stage in iconic roles like Mama Rose, Reno Sweeney, Eva Perón, Fantine, and Joanne. Connect with Patti on Twitter @PattiLuPone and at https://www.pattilupone.com. For more Audition Secrets and full show notes, visit http://www.auditionsecrets.com. Follow Justin at @justinguarini on all social media. Join our Facebook group and keep the conversation going at https://www.facebook.com/groups/auditionsecretsvip!

Do auditions stress you out, burn you out, make you feel out of control? Are you doing everything you can to achieve the career you envisioned for yourself?. I'm Justin Bell Guarini and I hope this podcast motivates you to get up, get out there and just get after it. Together we can alter our mindset and rethink our approach to auditioning, rehearsing, performing, and sustaining a good life in the theater. Website: http://auditionsecrets.com Email: justin@auditionsecrets.com