One can never know how hard it is to cast a show – especially in a small town.
So what happens on the other side of the casting table? Is it all about talent and preparation or is there a little more?
Actually there is a lot more!
It’s about who comes into the room prepared and shows the casting committee their strengths as an actor.
So the casting committee compiles a short list of actors who did something exta to get their attention or brought their strengths to the audition.
Then the casting crew looks at the characters and the actors available to play the characters. Who will be able to realistially pull these charaters off?
Finally theater is an ensemble experience. So the committee looks at the group and asks will they work well together? Is there going to be conflict or chemistry?
Hopefully they choose the right mix and a cast list is made.
The right cast can create a magical experience for the actor and the audience alike.
