52. Danny Jolles on Auditions, Casting Chemistry, and Standing Out in the Room
Casting Confidential · Rose Rosen, CSA
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Show Notes
In this episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, sits down with actor, comedian, and writer Danny Jolles (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Babylon, Hacks, Ted, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert). Danny shares his candid journey from NYU’s Strasberg Studio to stand-up stages and TV sets, opening up about early-career challenges, the critical role casting directors play, and how he’s navigated the shifting landscape of auditions and self-tapes.
Together with guest casting director Robin Carus, CSA, the conversation dives into actionable insights for actors: what makes a great audition, how to approach casting relationships, why self-tapes are both a gift and a challenge, and how to make your submission stand out. Plus, the episode features a live read and feedback session with UK actor John Laight, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the collaborative audition process.
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Host, Creator and Producer:
Rose Rosen, CSA
Co Host:
Robin Carus
Guest:
Danny Jolles
Feedback Actor:
Jon Laight
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