How to stand out in auditions, according to casting directors

How do you stand out in a room full of talented actors? What makes one audition unforgettable while others fade away? How do iconic roles like Glinda in "Wicked" get cast and how did Ariana Grande's preparation help her land the role? Step inside the casting room with School of Drama alumna and acclaimed casting director Tiffany Little Canfield (Directing '00) as she answers these questions and more. 

Little Canfield's best-known work includes "Wicked," the upcoming live-action "Moana," "Only Murders in the Building," "In the Heights, "The Color Purple" and "The Little Mermaid."

In this video, Little Canfield reveals how casting works for Broadway, movie musicals, and feature films, what actors misunderstand about casting directors and why booking a role often comes down to something deeper than talent alone. She shares practical advice for self-tapes and callbacks, plus insights on how to stand out in auditions.