Powell approaches audition prep as a physical and mental exercise in this useful tome, walking actors through each step of the process including the psychological warzone she terms “The Lobby Sabotage.” She also outlines her Six Audition Tools Method for successful in-the-moment performance.
– Backstage (www.backstage.com)
A ‘From the trenches,’ how-to audition book that should be in every actor’s possession and on every acting department’s reading list. THE AUDITION BIBLE won’t get you to the Promised Land, but it will surely point the way.
– Robert Schenkkan, Playwright, Screenwriter
The Kentucky Cycle – Pulitzer Prize / All The Way – Tony Award Best Play
Exceptionally well written, organized and presented … a thoroughly ‘user friendly’ guide that should be considered ‘must reading’ by all aspiring actors from local community theater groups to Broadway and Hollywood casting calls.
– The Midwest Book Review (The Theater/Cinema Shelf)
Good for you for inspiring so many to do better, be better … and hopefully look at auditions as an opportunity to ACT because that’s what they are!
– Dan Bucatinsky, Actor/Writer/Producer
Scandal – Emmy Award for Guest Actor, Grey’s Anatomy, The Comeback
Actors who have read Holly’s book are easy to spot. Their auditions are prepared, passionate, and compelling. They honor the material and make it sing by making it personal. This makes THE AUDITION BIBLE a gift, not only to actors, but also to the writers and directors who work with them.
– Scott Williams, Writer/Executive Producer
NCIS, Castle, Bones
Holly Powell has written a most thorough book on auditioning that I wish I’d had when I was starting out. Holly’s wisdom will save every serious actress and actor loads of time and heartache ~ read it now!
– Frances Fisher, Actress
Titanic, Unforgiven, Lucy & Desi Before the Laughter
Holly Powell has crafted an invaluable tool for the young performer as well as seasoned working actors. THE AUDITION BIBLE takes the “SCARY” out of the audition process. Her insight and knowledge of the “business of show” should be the go-to source in every performer’s arsenal … I haven’t come across anything to compare it to.
– James Pickens, Jr., Actor
Grey’s Anatomy, The X-Files, Roseanne, 42
NAACP Image Award Winner / SAG Award Winner
Walking in the audition room is the job! Being on set or stage is the Dream. THE AUDITION BIBLE dreams come true!
–-Andre Royo, Actor
The Wire, Fringe
Holly brings her considerable experience working with and observing ac- tors and shares a wealth of information to help anyone working in the business of entertainment, be it as an actor, casting director, agent, manager, director or producer.
– Jason La Padura, Casting Director
Descendants, Teen Beach Movie, High School Musical, Heroes
CSA Artios Award / Emmy Nominee
THE AUDITION BIBLE should be the canon to any actor looking to understand the business. Holly uses her award-winning talent to meticulously dive into the world of casting and share her knowledge. Having worked with Holly on a number of hit television shows, I have seen firsthand her masterful approach to casting … this book contains all the elements to prepare an actor for success.
– David Janollari, Executive Producer
David Janollari Entertainment / Producers Guild of America Award Winner
Six Feet Under, Friends, Midnight, Texas, American Family
I have seen first-hand the professionalism and grace of Ms. Powell in action … This is the clearest, most helpful Bible for the real world of auditioning I have ever read … The actor as athlete thread is inspiring … It’s a must for actors. Bravo! Out of the park!
– Sam Anderson, Actor/Director
Matlock, Lost, ER, Forest Gump
Using her vast and rich experience as a teacher and award-winning casting director, Holly answers questions a young actor might not even have thought of. She knows the terrors an actor can face as he begins the journey and calmly and comfortingly reassures as she provides a sensible road map.
– Reed Birney, Actor
Humans – Tony Award, Mass, American Horror Story, House of Cards
Special Drama Desk Award / Honorary Obie Award
Holly is a caring skilled guide to the whole artistic process of presenting your acting skills in the best form so you can win roles. I worked with Holly when casting my own material and … THE AUDITION BIBLE is the real thing: Easy to read and effective!
– Pen Densham, Producer/Writer/Director – Trilogy Entertainment
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Moll Flanders, The Outer Limits
CableACE Award Winner / Oscar Nominee
Holly Powell shares her years of casting expertise in this smart, practical how-to bible. If you want to book jobs, read it!
– Mary Lou Belli, Director/Author
Sweet Magnolias, Emmy Award winning director, The New Sitcom Career Book
The Audition Bible is a must read – The subtitle of the book is, “Secrets Every Actor Needs to Know” and that’s exactly why The Healthy Actor enthusiastically endorses this book as a must buy for its’ readers. The “secrets” Holly refers to are the types of things we all fall victim to over time.
– The Healthy Actor (www.thehealthyactor.com)