Inside the Audition Room: A Masterclass with Casting Director, Richard Lothian
Step beyond the self-tape and into the audition room with one of South Africa’s most insightful and actor-focused casting directors. In this exclusive masterclass, Richard Lothian — known for his casting work on productions such as A Kind Of Madness (Amazon), White Lies (Channel 4), Star Wars: Vision (Disney), and Summertide (Red Letter Day Pictures) — offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what really happens inside the audition room, and how you can be as prepared as possible.
Drawing on his experience both behind the camera and as an accomplished actor (Doctor Who, Blacksails, The Dark Tower), Richard brings a unique dual perspective that helps actors better understand the full scope of the audition process.
From first impressions to final callbacks, he’ll break down the dos and don’ts of in-person screen auditions, share practical tips for standing out authentically, and demystify the decision-making process from the other side of the table.