Audition Skills Workshop
New York, NY
US

DESCRIPTION

Are you a musical theatre performer who wants to learn how to navigate auditions better to book your next job? Sign up for AUDITION SKILLS, a course that teaches actors how to audition for all styles of musical theatre.

While many classes offer just technique or feedback on pieces, this course is guaranteed to make you feel confident about auditioning in a fun and safe environment. If you're feeling frustrated you're not booking work, look no further!

The course is taught by David Alpert, an NYC-based director who has been directing and teaching for nearly 20 years. David has worked on the Broadway directing teams of IF/THEN, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, THE BEST MAN, and GUYS AND DOLLS; directed shows off-Broadway and across the country, has taught at New York University for eight years; and serves as the creative director for Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel. David has taught “Audition Skills” to hundreds of actors at NYU and offers a unique perspective: acting coach, director, professor, college admission adjudicator. Unlike other coaches, David has spent his entire career “behind the table” and adjusts his approach to each actor’s needs. Shane Parus (Mamma Mia, Memphis, Elf) is the class accompanist.

Through participation and observation, folks in the class will learn how to:
-find appropriate rep for auditions!
-make audition cuts that make sense for each audition!
-prepare for the many different styles of musical theatre!
-participate in mock auditions to learn those skills in a safe environment!
-communicate effectively with the accompanist!
-navigate the audition industry with better knowledge!
-became more confident in auditioning!

The class is open to performers of all ages and levels of experience—anyone wanting to learn how to audition better. This course is meant to lift actors up, rather than telling them what they can and can’t do.

SCHEDULE:

Week 1: Best Foot Forward/Audition Prep
Week 2: Mock Golden Age Audition
Week 3: Post-Golden Age/16 Bars Exploration
Week 4: Decade-Specific Exploration
Week 5: Mock Disney/TYA (Theatre for Young Audiences) Audition
Week 6: Pop/Rock Exploration
Week 7: Sondheim/Contemporary Musical Theatre
Week 8: Audition Breakdown for You

Location: Open Jar Studios
Dates: Thursdays: January 15, 22, 29; February 5, 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2026
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Cost: $850 for the eight-week course [*Save $75 if you book before December 31, 2025!] $100 non-refundable deposit upon acceptance to the course, full payment due by January 6, 2025, payable on Venmo/Zelle.

Please email a headshot/resume and any other performance related materials to [email protected]. If you don’t have these, don’t worry! Send an email to discuss further, including a chance to audit the class.

Check out www.david-alpert.com for more info, or on Instagram @directedbydavidalpert

WHAT FOLKS ARE SAYING

“Working with David was a joy, truly. He offers keen insight into scene work, timing, and overall execution.” -TITUSS BURGESS (Oh, Mary!; Jersey Boys, “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”)

"What separates David from the billions of coaches is that he understands what creative team members are looking for in an audition—because that’s what he does."-LESLI MARGHERITA (Gypsy, Matilda)

“I’ve known David forever and he’s the real deal. Go work with David!!!” -KATE REINDERS (Something Rotten, Wicked, Gypsy, “High School Musical”)

"David coached me for "Tammy Faye" on Broadway and I booked it! He loves what he does and we benefit from it. You’d be so smart to hire him!!” -AUTUMN HURLBERT (Legally Blonde, Tammy Faye)

"Working with David doesn’t just prepare you for an audition or a role—it deepens your understanding of yourself as an actor and a human.” -NIC ROULEAU (Book of Mormon, Hello Dolly)

"I literally call on David for every theatre audition, and he makes it better every single time. I promise once you work with him, he’ll be the only call you make too." -CASSANDRA BLAIR (“Jury Duty,” “Hacks”)

"David is an insane talent and so approachable and loving in his teaching method. Thanks to his guidance, I made my Broadway debut!” -ASHLEY LOREN (Moulin Rouge, Jekyll & Hyde)

"David's ability to analyze a script, break down each scene line by line, and get to the heart of what a character needs or wants has helped me immensely in the audition room.” -EMELIE LATZER (Fiddler on the Roof)

"David is truly one of the best coaches in the game. Not only does he provide thoughtful feedback, he makes every actor feel heard." -NOELLE DEFELICE

DURATION

Jan 15, 2026 - Mar 5, 2026

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