Great news! They don’t have to!

I've been a working professional actor for more than 25 years, and I've been teaching and coaching actors for more than a decade. One of the things I enjoy most about my work is helping fellow actors prepare for auditions.

During my nearly 20 years living and working in the US (New York & Chicago), I also worked as an audition reader for several casting offices. I got to see auditions from the other side of the table—and I learned what makes an audition exciting, memorable and effective.

…and what doesn't.

And now I get to share those lessons with you.

Let's take the pressure off.

Self-tape auditions have given actors more control over the audition process, but they've also created a void when it comes to feedback or direction from Casting or the creative team. We are on our own!

We rush. We second-guess ourselves. We do take after take, trying to make everything “perfect.” We start nitpicking every little choice until we're completely stuck in our heads. And eventually, in a fit of exasperation, we say:

“That take will do!”

…and send it off into the abyss.

It doesn't have to be that way.

My job as your coach is to help you slow down, get out of your head and reconnect with the work. We'll look at the material together, find the heart of the scene, make specific and playable choices, and give you the freedom to actually act.

My goal is to help you bring focus, clarity, specificity and your own natural creativity to the audition.

Your audition is an opportunity.

Maybe you're perfect for the role. Maybe you're not. You can't control that part. What you can control is the work you put in.

You can make sure that the people watching your audition see an actor who is prepared, thoughtful, specific, imaginative and fully committed to the material.

That's what I want to help you do.

Whether you're preparing a self-tape, working on a live audition, tackling a difficult scene or simply want another set of experienced eyes on your material, we'll work together to make sure you're putting your best work forward.

I currently work with actors throughout the United States and Canada, and I regularly receive referrals from talent agencies in both countries.

I'd love to work with you.

Let's make your next audition something you're proud to send.

What I can help you with

Audition Preparation
Breaking down sides, understanding the character and circumstances, finding playable choices and making the material your own.

Self-Tape Coaching
Getting out of your head, finding the right rhythm and energy, and making sure your performance comes through the camera.

Scene & Monologue Work
Developing truthful, specific and compelling performances while staying connected to your own instincts.

Audition Technique
Understanding what you're actually being asked to do—and learning how to make strong choices without overthinking them.

What other actors say

“Brian is the reason I got to play Glinda in Wicked on Broadway.”

— Kara Lindsay, Wicked, Newsies, Beautiful

“Brian is one of the most insightful actors I know. I can always trust him for honest & helpful feedback. He's the best!”

— Jessie Mueller, Tony Award Winner, Beautiful, Waitress

“I can always count on Brian Sills in the audition room. He is meticulous in his preparation, always on his best game, dependable and he brings a great spirit, joy and brightness to his work.”

— Stephanie Klapper, New York Casting Director

Ready for your next audition?

Let's work together.

Email me at briansills@me.com to book a coaching session!