Tips For Parents At Auditions

Do run lines with your child before the audition.
Don't yell line readings as the kid enters the audition room. (Casting directors don't like that move)

Do help with wardrobe in advance of the audition.
Don't try and out-hipster your kid's wardrobe. (They are not casting a 40+ hipster mom for a Nick promo)

Do be polite to others at the audition.
Don't ask another parent this question, "How did you get a better audition time than us????"

Do extend your hand in friendship (or a fist bump...whatever works for you).
Don't tell the other person they have a "firm & sexy handshake". (It seems I have a killer handshake)

Do sign in your actor at the audition.
Don't ask if you can put your name at the top of the list so you can get to Happy Hour on time.

Do be patient in the waiting room of the casting office.
Don't roll your eyes and (loudly) say "this is the slowest audition ever!!!!"

Do be excited about the audition.
Don't talk about the part being nothing but a stepping stone for better roles.

Do say hello to the casting office workers.
Don't complain about every role you didn't book at their previous auditions.

Do offer moral support to your child.
Don't tell your kid to book a job "for once in your life".  (I'm not kidding about that heartwarming moment)

Do dress in a professional manner.
Don't wear short shorts if you are over the age of 60. (A good general rule in life)