Audition Preparation

🎭 Audition Preparation That Gets Results

Coach: David Jayden Anthony
Musical Theatre Writer • Voice & Acting Teacher • Former OCSA Faculty • 20+ Years of Experience in Audition Coaching

🎤 Specializing in Musical Theatre Auditions — But Not Limited To

I help students and professionals prepare for:

🎶 Musical Theatre – College programs, regional theatre, professional callbacks
🎭 Acting – Monologue coaching, scene work, conservatory admissions
🎼 Voice & Choir – Solo festivals, All-State, NYSSMA, and school productions
📚 School Admissions – OCSA, LACHSA, and performing arts high schools

From Broadway-bound seniors to nervous first-timers, I create a personalized, powerful audition plan for every client.

✅ What’s Included in Audition Coaching

Material Selection – Song cuts, monologues, scenes, and repertoire tailored to your voice, age, and goals
Vocal Technique Coaching – Breath, placement, tone, belt/mix transitions, acting through song
Acting Training – Beat work, stakes, objectives, emotional connection, grounded delivery
Callback Preparation – Cold reads, adjustments, in-the-room tactics, confidence training
Mock Auditions – Rehearse the full experience, from slate to final note, with live feedback
Video Submission Review – Polish your self-tapes and digital submissions until they shine

🎯 Your Audition Plan, Step-by-Step

Stage	What We Do	Why It Matters
1. Discovery Session	Assess your goals, current materials, and audition timeline	Every plan is tailored to your specific needs and program
2. Material Curation	Choose (or refine) the perfect song and/or monologue	Shows you at your absolute best while avoiding overdone choices
3. Technique & Interpretation	Work on breath, pitch, phrasing, diction, and acting beats	Makes the difference between generic and unforgettable
4. Mock Audition	Simulate the full audition experience with feedback	Builds muscle memory, confidence, and adaptability
5. Final Polish	Dress rehearsal, mindset work, and performance tips	You walk into the audition feeling calm, clear, and prepared

🏆 Why Work With Me?

I’ve coached successful auditions for OCSA, college MT programs, National Choir, and regional theater
Former faculty member and ensemble director at Orange County School of the Arts
Professional voice coach with experience in all genres: pop, legit, belt, rock, and character voice
Musical theatre writer who understands structure, story, and what casting directors actually want
Real-world results: My students get in, get cast, and grow their confidence long-term

💬 What Students & Parents Say

“David helped my daughter land her dream role and gain admission to her first-choice musical theatre program!”

“He doesn’t just prepare you for an audition — he prepares you for a career in this industry.”

📅 Book Your First Coaching Session

Start with a complimentary consultation, or dive straight into a session. Single sessions, multi-session prep plans, and video review options available.

🎟️ Book Audition Coaching Now

Not sure what you need? Email me and we’ll build a custom plan together.

🎓 Auditions Don’t Have to Be Scary — Let’s Make Them Yours

Whether you’re preparing for your first school play or your final college callback, I’ll help you walk in with the skills, strategy, and confidence to book it. The audition room is yours — let’s get you ready to own it.