Working Professionally
Professionalism is remembered.
Talent may open the door, but the way you prepare, communicate and work with others heps determine what happens next.
Be reliable
Respect everyone
Respect each
other's time
People remember performers
they can rely on.​
​
Arrive in good time.
Meet dealines.
Read instructions carefully.
Prepare exactly what has been
asked of you.
If something changes or you are unable to fulfil a commitment, communicate as early as possilbe.
​
Reliability builds trust.
​
​
Every person in the room matters.​
​
​
Treat casting assistants, pianists, stage managers, creatives, crew, wardrobe teams, chaperones and fellow performers with the same courtesy you would show a director or casting professional.
​
The industry is smaller than it seems, and kindness is always remembered.
Honest communication helps us find solutions together.
​
Auditions often arrive at short notice and deadlines can move quickly. We will always do our best to give you as much notice as we can, but sometimes we may need a quick response.
​
Equally, we will respect your commitments and understand that life sometimes gets in the way.
​
If something is not possible, please tell us. A clear answer is always more helpful than silence.
Honour your commitments
Keep learning
Look after yourself
Saying yes means something.​
​
Before accepting an audition, recall or engagement, make sure you are genuinely available and able to
meet the requirements.
​
Once you have committed,
others will be relying on you.
​
Unexpected circumstances do happen, but changing your mind without good reason can affect more people
than you realise.
Growth is part of the job.​
​
Continue training.
Stay curious.
Develop new skills.
Watch theatre, film and television.
Learn from every audition,
rehearsal and performance.
No performer ever reached a point where there is nothing more to discover.
You are part of the work.​
​
Your body, your voice and your wellbeing all need care.
Rest when you can.
Stay hydrated.
Warm up appropriately.
Protect you vocal and physical health.
Ask for support when you need it.
Â
Looking after yourself is not indulgent. It helps you work safely and sustainably.
Reputation Matters
Every interaction contributes to the professional reputation you are building.
Every email.
​
Every audition.
​
Every rehearsal.
​
Every performance.
​
Aim to be remembered as someone who is prepared, positive,
respectful and a pleasure to work with.
​
Professionalism is not about being the loudest person in the room.
​
It is about being someone people trust.