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One of our Star Search Casting members recently wrote in:

"I love this website! I just signed up, and in an hour I had found 10 auditions that would be perfect for me. Thanks, SSC!!!!!!!!"

Brianna Redding, Pennsylvania

I love that we can provide so many opportunities for talented people from so many different regions. If you haven’t had a chance to check out the auditions on our site, be sure to visit us today. There are lots of new opportunities posted.

While many of our members get an opportunity to audition for a variety of productions, quite a few are new to the industry and aren’t really sure what to expect on their first audition. Lots of people have questions like, What should I wear? Or How should I wear my hair?

If you’ve been called in by a casting director who’s seen your headshot (as opposed to an open call), try to look as much like your photo as possible. Don’t send in a picture and then change your hair color and hairstyle.

Be professional and neat in appearance. An audition is very much like an interview. You don’t want to wear anything that might be considered sloppy or inappropriate.

Make sure you’re age appropriate. If you’re auditioning for a Disney role, be sure to look fresh and youthful. If you’re going after a more mature role, make sure your hair, makeup and outfit reflect that.

Be trendy and fashionable, but don’t over do it. You don’t want to show up in anything that will distract from your audition.

Make sure you’re comfortable. You don’t want to inhibit your ability to perform because you’re insecure about what you’re wearing, or because your feet hurt.

Remember, you only get one chance to make a first impression. So one of the most important things you’ll need to wear is a winning, confident smile.

Check back on Monday for tips on how to launch your career as a singer. If you have questions about any topics in my blog, or any other questions about the entertainment industry, feel free to submit them in the comments section and I’ll be happy to address them.