Audizioni

Audizioni, or auditions, are formal evaluations of a performer conducted by casting directors, directors, or producers to decide if the performer is suitable for a role, position, or opportunity. The term is used primarily in Italian-speaking contexts and in international entertainment industries to refer to the event of presenting one’s skills, as well as the act of being judged for selection. Auditions can occur for theatre, opera, film, television, music ensembles, dance companies, and radio or voice work.

Auditions typically involve presenting prepared material, such as a monologue, a song, or a short scene, as requested by the evaluators. They may be held as live sessions in a studio or theater, or as pre-recorded auditions submitted on video or through a digital platform. After the performance, judges assess technique, style, emotional range, and fit with the project’s requirements, and may invite the performer to a callback or screen test.

Auditions may be open to the public or by invitation, with the former allowing any interested performer to participate and the latter targeting a short list of candidates. They can be brief, lasting a few minutes, or part of a longer process that includes multiple rounds, rehearsals, and callbacks. In professional contexts, participants often bring a resume, headshot or professional credentials, and may be required to provide a distribution of compensation expectations.

Ethical and practical considerations include fairness, nondiscrimination, and accessibility to performers with disabilities, as well as confidentiality regarding the material and results. Successful auditions can lead to casting or contracts, while unsuccessful ones are common and do not necessarily reflect overall talent. The term audizioni refers to the event and the act of auditioning in the arts and related fields.