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What’s Killing Your Auditions (and How to Fix It)

by Joey Freddy Larsen
Jun 11, 2025

TL;DR: Want to book your next lead role? Start auditioning and acting like you already have it. Here's how... 

 
                                              

Here’s what’s inside this week’s newsletter:

  • 🎯 The #1 mindset shift that can change how you approach every audition

  • 🎙 New podcast episode: Why Most Actors Blow Their Auditions (And How to Fix It) featuring Alex Fiallos

  • 🏆 Wins: Our AAC team’s 48 Hour Film Project success + member bookings

  • 🎭 Monologue Mastery Tip: Audition like you’ve already been cast

  • 🔎 This week’s Monologue Mastery Playbook focus: Perform & Film like a Lead Actor

  • 📝 Why Your First Digital Product is a must-watch for every actor and creator

  • 🗓 What’s coming up this week (Monologue Jam + Challenge Showcase)

  • 🔥 How to work with us (Monologue Club, AAC, Coaching, Podcast)


🎯 Feature Topic:

How to Treat Your Auditions Like You’ve Already Been Cast

A couple years ago, I nearly missed a callback for lead role that I really wanted to book. There had been some crossed wired and I never got the callback notice. Luckily, it got sorted and we rescheduled so I was ready.

I made one decision that changed everything that day:


👉 I auditioned like I’d already been cast.

That mindset changed my career—and it can change yours too.

I made bold moves.

I took "risks".

(The real "risk" is not taking risks...boring!)

I made lead actor choices that got noticed and got me cast. 

Everything about that callback had the energy of "I'm your lead. I'm your solution. Now let's collaborate and play."

Nothing about that callback ever felt like I was auditioning.

I was just playing the role like it was already mine. 

Stop auditioning to “pass a test".

Stop asking "what do they want?".

Be BOLD and make a fucking CHOICE.

Pardon my francaise...but nobody has time for your insecurities and anxiety. 

You want to be PAID to LEAD?

SHOW them you can LEAD. 

Start treating every audition like you’ve already booked the role—and this is your chance to show the director what you’ll DO with it.

Use your personal creative power and make a bold move instead of walking on eggshells. #leadactorenergy

When you prepare fully and give it everything you’ve got, you can walk away knowing:


✔ That was my best work right now.
✔ I brought my unique point of view and strong choices.
✔ If they want something different, that’s okay—because I’m not here to fit into someone else’s idea of who I am.

I. AM. ME. #leadactor

Lead Actors don’t audition to get picked.

They step up and demonstrate their ability to LEAD.


🏆 AAC Community Wins

🎬 Actors Audition Club hosted a 48 Hour Film Project team this weekend! 

Huge shoutout to everyone involved.

 
Brandon Knox directed and I had a fun lil monologue cameo. 

This wasn’t just a fun project—it was proof that when actors create, doors open. Are you just waiting or are you creating ?

🌟  Georgia Chase has made huge strides in her auditions and recently stepped up to some lead role opportunities. Georgia and I had some REAL convos about "being ready" for lead roles. Question: Are you REALLY lead-role ready? If all of your dreams came true tomorrow and you were cast in a lead role, are you ready to seize the opportunity? Let's Go!


🌟 DJ Demers booked a role from one of his AAC sessions! Sadly, he had to decline due to a schedule conflict, BUT a win is a win! He won the role! (Being fully booked up working is a good problem to have!)


🎭 Monologue Mastery Tip

“Audition like you’ve already been cast.”


This mindset not only relieves the pressure—it lets you bring your strongest, most authentic work into the room every single time.

(Want to workshop this in real time? Join this week’s Monologue Jam, Wednesday at 6pm ET)


📝 Monologue Mastery Playbook Focus (Step 4: Perform & Film)

Every monologue you work on inside the Club follows this proven framework:

1️⃣ Choose Your 'Made For Me' Monologue
2️⃣ Text Analysis & Storytelling
3️⃣ Prepare & Rehearse
4️⃣ Perform & Film 

Pro Tip: When you perform anywhere, imagine you're already on set on stage or in the actual place—not just in a casting room.


This instantly upgrades your energy, confidence, and authenticity.

Every time you film a monologue, you’re not just rehearsing—you’re showcasing yourself as a Lead Actor.


🎙 New Podcast Episode - Inside the Audition

Episode 189: Why Most Actors Blow Their Auditions (And How to Fix It) with Alex Fiallos

What happens when you treat every opportunity like it’s yours to book—even when you’re not auditioning?

This week, Alexandra Fiallos shares how she accidentally booked a commercial while reading for her sister, how Shakespeare became her secret weapon, and why coaching actors has become one of her greatest creative callings.

🔥 Inside This Episode:

  • How Alexandra booked a role by accident

  • The mindset that stops self-sabotage in self-tapes

  • Why your “moment before” can make or break an audition

  • How to create directorial sparks (even with a bad script)

  • The coaching philosophy that turns insecure actors into unstoppable artists

     

🎧 Ready to step into your starring role? Click here to listen now.


🧠 Your First Digital Product Replay — Why Every Actor & Creator Needs to Watch

If you haven’t watched the Your First Digital Product training yet—stop waiting. Please go watch it now. 

Here’s why this is a must for every actor and creative entrepreneur:

  • You can’t build a sustainable career without scalable income.
    Auditions and gigs come and go. Your own digital products create steady income that gives you the freedom to choose the roles and projects you love.

  • This is the business model every working actor, coach, and creative needs in 2025.
    James Wedmore (who helped me grow AAC) teaches how to turn your skills into a digital product that sells while you sleep.

  • Even if you’re “just starting out”—this is your roadmap to long-term freedom.

     
    Don’t wait for a lucky break.

    Build your own economy.

🎥 Watch the replay now before it’s gone. 

(Trust me. Future You will thank you.)


🗓 What’s Coming Up

🗓 Monologue Jam – Wednesday, May 7 @ 6 PM ET

Just HIT REPLY and say "JAM" to get the link! 


🏅 Lead Actor Affirmation (Say it out loud 10x)

"I am the artist, the storyteller, and the leader the industry needs."

And...ACTION!

- Joey Freddy Larsen


🔥 P.S. Let’s Make This Your Breakout Year!

Here’s how I can help you stand out, land more auditions, and book lead roles:

👉 Monologue of the Month Club — Master new monologues monthly and create showcase pieces that attract auditions. 
👉 1-on-1 Audition Coaching — Work with our team to prep your next audition and shoot standout self-tapes. Book a session here: www.actorsauditionclub.com
👉 Transformational Podcasts — Tune into Inside the Audition for weekly insights at InsideTheAudition.com

Let’s make your next lead role inevitable.

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