Acing Game Show Casting Calls

Game show casting calls are where the rubber meets the road. Are you likeable? Unique? Entertaining? What's your story? And, are you willing to tell it with flair on national TV?

For some shows, like Millionaire, you don't even get a casting call until after you've passed a trivia test. For other shows, like Deal or No Deal, there is no pre-test – so your audition is even more important. Regardless, this is your one and only chance to wow the staff.

Chances are, you've got less than a minute to capture their attention. So you can't dilly-dally, especially if you're attending an on-the-road audition in your hometown. The casting experts have hundreds of people waiting in line. So what do you do?

Here are some tips and tricks for acing game show casting calls. Remember, these are only theories, food for thought, if you will. Do what works for you, and remember, you must be genuine, honest, and enthusiastic. Don't try to pretend to be someone you're not, but DO capitalize on what makes you truly special.

Freaks in the Family:
Why They're Your Ace in the Hole.
So, you've got a weird Uncle Festus? And your wife knits sweaters from cat hair? Well, today is your lucky day. Those wacky relatives just might be your ticket to instant stardom, at least as far as your game show audition is concerned. Click here to see why.

Take It to the Source:
Why Biting the Big Apple Might Pay Off
New York City. Or Los Angeles. Or wherever game shows are taped – they're where the action is, especially when it comes to game show casting. One of my hair-brained theories about game show casting is this: Your odds are better when you go to the source. Click here to see why.

The Teacher Versus Batman:
Plan Like a Game Show Pro
Want to audition like a game show pro? If so, you might need to plan your attack, write some lines, and then rehearse – just like the big movie stars do for their special appearances. Answer the question, "Who am I?" But be careful, the best answer might not be obvious.

Advice for Proud Parents: Why Junior Shouldn't be the Star of your Casting Call
I feel like a big meanie saying this, especially because my own child is quite simply the most fascinating little person in the world. (Well, he is darn it all!) But during my own game show audition, I resisted the urge to bring up my child. Click here to see why game show casting calls aren't always the place to pull out those family photos.

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