How many acting classes should you suppose take before auditioning?

Answer 1

None if you're sure you've got talent. And if you're not, I would suggest auditioning first to see if acting is really your thing.

Good Luck!
P.S: If your first audition goes well, you should get an agency.

Answer 2

It depends on what you're auditioning for. If you have a chance to get before the hottest casting director in Hollywood and you can't act - don't go. First impressions are often the only impression you get to make. Auditioning is a separate skill, as has been stated, but no one has mentioned taking classes in "cold reading" which at least theoretically mirrors an audition situation. You need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.

Answer 3

Don't ever lose sight of the fact that ACTING and AUDITIONING are two separate skills, and any would-be performer must continually strive to improve at both of them. I have known many fine actors who didn't audition well, and, as a result, didn't get as many opportunities to show their stuff in performance. Conversely, there are actors who just "knock 'em dead" at auditions...and then never seem to move forward while the play itself is in rehearsals.

In general, actors should audition whenever and wherever possible, if only for the experience. Audition rooms can be nerve-wracking environments for novice actors, and the more often you put yourself into that situation, the sooner you'll find a level of comfort with it.

So, go ahead and start attending auditions. Set yourself the task of using those auditions to implement the acting skills you're learning in the classroom/studio. The two skills can work hand in hand.

Answer 4

It depends. If the audition REQUIRES previous experience, then yes, I'd take as many classes as possible before the audition (but make sure it's an audition you REALLY want to do). If not, then just try it if you can get a few "thumbs-up's" when reciting a monologue or something to a few friends and familiy members. Mostly, directors look for SKILL, not EXPERIENCE.

BREAK A LEG!

Answer 5

There are acting classes that will teach you how to audition. Like how to "slate" your name for the camera.

You don't need to take acting classes to audition.
But you will know more about acting and the audition process and that will make you look more professional.

Answer 6

If you are serious about making acting your career, you can never start taking classes too soon. Try to find out what you are auditioning for, so that when you speak you can attempt to get into character.

Answer 7

You don't need classes to audition, however, you will feel more confident after taking acting classes.

Answer 8

None. Look around for a local community theater and audition. You will learn acting, get experience, and more - acting classes may teach you to act, but theater teaches you so much more, lights, customs, props, sets, singing, dancing and more. And looks good on your resume for future shows.

I have watched several actors go from the community stage to the "big time", and expect to see more.

Answer 9

Audition every time you get the chance. Keep learning, but the audition experience can be at least as valuable as the classroom.

Answer 10

Classes will help you with confidence, and with auditioning technique, but you don't need them to audition.