Deal or No Deal Auditions

Deal or No Deal auditions generally begin with a video recorder. That's because unless you take part in a local casting call, you must create a videotape that showcases the personality of you and your supporters. Here, probably more than any other show, you've got to be creative. Show what makes you unique, but keep in mind – you must be the kind of person viewers want to see win big money.

Special Update: Deal or No Deal Is Holding Open Casting Calls this Saturday, August 30th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino in Lemoore, California. The casino is located at 17225 Jersey Avenue. (The zip code is 93245). Remember to get there early. Rumor has it, lines are long, long long.

Critical Steps for those unable to audition in person:

• Make one five-minute videotape of yourself, along with the supporters you wish to have appear with you on TV.
• Fill out an application.
• Include a recent photo of each person (you and your supporters).
• Send the application, photos, and video to the show's contestant department. (I've posted the mailing address, below.)

About the Videotape:

• Five-minutes long.
• Start with your name and hometown and go from there.
• Be creative. What makes you unique? What would you do with a million dollars?
• Include the friends and family you'd like to appear with you on-camera.
• Make sure viewers can see and hear you clearly.
• Label the tape with your name address and phone number.
• Remember, they only accept VHS tapes – the ones that fit in your VCR.
• Before you mail out the packet, rewind your tape to the beginning. Brownie points!

• The deal or no Deal Audition application is how you relay your "most embarrassing moment" or "weirdest thing about you." And that's just the beginning.
• Adobe Reader is required to view the application. Click here to download a free copy.
• Answer the questions honestly.
• Applications must be accompanied by a video tape.

About Photos:

• Enclose a recent personal photo of each person.
• Photos should be clearly labeled with your names and phone numbers on the back.
• If possible, send two clear photos of each person - one close up and one full body.

Remember, application materials aren't returned. For more information, see NBC's Official Deal or No Deal Audition & Casting Page.