AUDITION PREP CLASSES

with David Alpert & Kaitlin Shaw

of Tara Rubin Casting

These two-session, three-hour classes focus on song repertoire, bold and appropriate acting choices, coaching and feedback from instructors, and a Q&A session with a Broadway Casting Associate.

Enrollment fee includes midtown Manhattan studio rental, accompanist, two three-hour classes, working through two pieces, the chance to observe other participants, and feedback from the instructors.

A limited number of seats are available to audit the class. 

Email your headshot and resume to auditionprepwithdavid@gmail.com to apply for future classes. 

WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING:

"What was so fabulous about David's class was his laid back coaching style and the concentrated class size. Unlike other classes I have taken, with David I was able to work on multiple things in my book and not just at surface level either. We really dug into the material and found what works with every piece. It was also wonderful to have a casting representative come in the second week providing even more insight into the business. If you're looking for honest and helpful feedback I highly recommend taking this class."  -Hannah Seymour

"I just wanted to send a general (but large) THANK YOU for such a great class. You were a lot more specific than most tend to be in those types of classes which is greatly appreciated. It's amazing how much a person can learn in just two sessions."  -Christopher DeProphetis

"David's class is by far one of the most beneficial experiences I have had since arriving in New York City. The environment that David creates is professional yet comfortable and relaxed, taking away the intimidation factor and allowing you to really dig into your material.  He has an amazing ability of finding creative ways to get you to connect to your songs.  His approach is sincere; you can feel that he genuinely wants to see you be the best you can be.  In addition to David's direction the time spent with Kaitlin Shaw I found to be invaluable. She has a vast knowledge of the industry and gave honest, constructive feedback.  After taking David's class I feel 100% more confident going into auditions.  I would jump at the chance to take the class again!"  -Kaitrin Lynch

"Anyone wanting to work on their audition material and receive truly valuable, monumental insight, take David Alpert's class. He creates a comfortable working environment where you can experiment and play with different interpretations of your pieces, with a wonderful accompanist and supportive classmates."  -Lars Haglund

"I participated in the November workshop led by David Alpert and Kaitlin Shaw. I felt very satisfied with the amount of "on my feet" time and the specific feedback I got from David and Kaitlin-I felt that both assessed the work that students were doing very quickly and were able to give supportive, intelligent and realistic suggestions for students to incorporate into their performance and song choices. I would recommend this workshop to any working or developing performer as a great to place to hone their craft and get realistic feedback from intelligent professionals."  -Aron Bederson

“I thoroughly enjoyed my time in David's class.  He created a very posite and encouraging environment in which to learn!” 

-Rheaume Crenshaw

"I just wanted to say thank you for yesterday. I had voice lessons today and I was sharing with my vocal coach all the things you helped me with and all the feedback. Not only did we work on my songs vocally, we worked on your notes. We worked on being still and telling the story. I started to connect with both songs. I almost cried on one of them. I'm excited. I'm going to keep working this week. Thank you thank you thank you! I feel like I'm having a breakthrough."

"Thank you so much for that class! One thing that really stood out to me while working with you is that I tend to make choices (or not make choices) that aren't as clear and simple as they can be--you helped immensely by cleaning up the muddiness of my acting choices and giving me some fresh things to play with. It was a pleasure. Thanks again."

"Just wanted to say thanks again for everything. I really felt so comfortable and free in the class. I thought your direction was so clear and constructive. Thanks again!!"

INDIVIDUAL COACHINGS

David offers audition coaching in the city.

Perfect for preparing for a callback, working through your book, or simply fine tuning a monologue or song, David offers hour sessions at an affordable rate. 

For further information and to schedule a session, please email auditionprepwithdavid@gmail.com.

Rates begin at $50 an hour. 

Studio rental not included.

Accompanist provided upon request

for an additional fee.