How to Make Your Best AMDA Video Audition

Preparing a video audition for performing arts college? This step-by-step guide from AMDA College of the Performing Arts walks you through how to make your best audition self-tape—from framing and lighting to performance requirements for acting, musical theatre, and dance applicants. Whether you’re auditioning for AMDA’s degree or certificate programs, this video covers everything you need to confidently submit a pre-recorded video audition when you can’t attend a live audition in person or online. 🎬 What You’ll Learn: How to properly record a self-tape audition using just your phone Best practices for camera framing, lighting, sound, and background How to slate your audition correctly (name, location, program, material) Audition requirements for: Acting programs (monologues) Musical Theatre programs (song + monologue) Dance Theatre programs (dance solos + optional monologue or song) How to upload your audition to YouTube (unlisted) and submit it to AMDA 🎭 Audition Tips for Success: AMDA emphasizes performance first—but strong technical presentation shows you’re prepared for a professional performing arts college environment. You’ll also get guidance on: Choosing age-appropriate, contrasting material Maintaining strong eye line and vocal clarity Creating a distraction-free audition space Selecting the best take before submitting 📌 Who This Video Is For: High school juniors, seniors, or graduates applying to AMDA Actors, singers, dancers, and musical theatre performers Students preparing a college audition self-tape Applicants who want clear, practical guidance—without guesswork 🔗 Learn More & Submit Your Audition: Find live audition dates, video audition requirements, and submission instructions at 👉 https://www.amda.edu/admissions/audition If you have questions or need help choosing audition material, AMDA’s admissions team is happy to assist. Break a leg—and happy taping.