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For an actor, their physical appearance is extremely important. And it is not without reason. In a world obsessed with looking good, actors have a great deal of pressure put on them to look a certain way. It is not surprising then that aspiring actors often spend a great deal of time preening themselves before an audition. There are several factors that will determine how you should dress up for an audition. Given below are answers to some of the most common questions that aspiring actors ask when they need to attend an audition. Use these answers to learn how to groom yourself for an acting audition.

Should the Role I am Auditioning for Influence my Clothing?
It is important that the clothes you wear for your audition reflect the character you are auditioning for. But that does not mean that you arrive for the audition in full costume. If you are aiming to land the role of a doctor, it does not mean that you wear doctor’s scrubs for the audition. Instead be comfortably dressed in clothes that seem like what a doctor would wear outside the hospital or even something that mimics a doctor’s uniform.

Should the Age of the Character I am Auditioning for Make a Difference?
One of the most common mistakes that an aspiring actor makes while going for an audition is not dressing up age-appropriately. Many actors tend to dress up much younger than their actual age and this can often seem like they are trying too hard. It is not a pleasant tag to carry around and definitely not one that is easy to shirk off. It is important that you dress in a manner that is pleasant for your age. Another tip to keep in mind if you are dressing up according to the role is to take into consideration the age of the character. If you are a forty year old auditioning for the part of an eighty year old, then a little help in the cosmetics department may go a long way during your auditions.

Should I Take the Casting Director’s Specifications for the Role into Consideration?
This is a question that obviously demands a resounding yes. If the audition details specify that you dress up in a certain manner, then it is only expected for you to do the same. You should also take into consideration, whether it is a screen test or a face-to-face test. The colors and patterns that you wear to the audition will be determined by these factors. Of course, if there are no details given, then choose to dress in a subtle, neat and understated manner. Avoid gaudy colors at all costs and keep accessories to a minimum. Read the rest of this entry »

The Toronto Film Festival will see 268 feature films screened, with a strong lineup and those attending and swinging deals in the charged atmosphere in an excellent mood after Cannes and Sundance proceeded so well. A variety of big names will also be in attendance, including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Madonna, U2 and Pearl Jam. With last year’s “The King’s Speech” having won at the Toronto Film Festival last year and having gone on to do well at the Oscars, the expectation is that this year’s screenings will also be a prelude to some big wins at the Academy Awards.

Noted Deadline Hollywood columnist Pete Hammond, “This year is going to be a turnaround in a very big way for Toronto in terms of getting people jazzed on movies. The enthusiasm from Canned is going to continue through.” To add to the great atmosphere, red carpets will be featured for those films which feature big names, including, Clooney and Pitt as well as Viggo Mortensen, Keira Knightley and Jennifer Hudson.

Clooney will be in attendance for his film “The Ides of March” while Pitt’s portrayal of Billy Beane in “Moneyball” will see him at the festival. Added Hammond, “In terms of Oscar hopefuls I think it is a very good year (in Toronto) because there has been very little so far that has come out.” He added that many of the directors of the films to be featured have “Academy pedigrees.” With that said, industry insiders not in attendance will have their eyes on the festival to get a feel for what will be occurring later on at the Oscars.