Beyond the Table: Virtual or IRL Audition Technique Class & 1on1 Professional Meeting w/ Benton Whitley

What it is

A two-part audition intensive with Broadway casting director Benton Whitley. Class One is a group classroom session where actors perform an audition song or 16 bars and receive feedback. Class Two is a private 30-minute virtual meeting with Benton to discuss audition experiences, career building, casting insights, and industry realities. Topics covered include acting a song, making self-tapes, auditioning virtually, song choice, union/non-union work, finding representation, audition books, working with accompanists, performance reels, websites, and social media strategy.

Who it is for

Musical theatre actors seeking audition coaching and career guidance from a Broadway casting director.

Eligibility unconfirmed. Check the residency and nationality rules on the source before applying.

Where

United States

When

October 28, 2026, 7 days left

Runs October 28, 2026 to October 29, 2026

What you get

A classroom audition technique session (in-person in NYC on October 28 or virtual on October 29) followed by a 30-minute individual virtual meeting with casting director Benton Whitley covering audition feedback, self-tape tips, and career advice.

What you need to apply

• vocal/acting/dance reels if available
• indicate preference for in-person NYC class on October 28 or virtual session on October 29

How long it takes

About 90 minutes

Short application. Estimated from the 2 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

$295

Apply

https://playbill.com/job/beyond-the-table-virtual-or-irl-audition-technique-class-1on1-professional-meeting-w-benton-whitley-october-28th-irl-or-october-29th-virtual/9427690b-16bc-49c9-b637-457224f154e9