52. Danny Jolles on Auditions, Casting Chemistry, and Standing Out in the Room

In this episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, sits down with actor, comedian, and writer Danny Jolles (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Babylon, Hacks, Ted, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert). Danny shares his candid journey from NYU’s Strasberg Studio to stand-up stages and TV sets, opening up about early-career challenges, the critical role casting directors play, and how he’s navigated the shifting landscape of auditions and self-tapes.Together with guest casting director Robin Carus, CSA, the conversation dives into actionable insights for actors: what makes a great audition, how to approach casting relationships, why self-tapes are both a gift and a challenge, and how to make your submission stand out. Plus, the episode features a live read and feedback session with UK actor John Laight, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the collaborative audition process.Sponsors:Casting Networks@castingnetworkshttps://castingnetworks.com/confidentialWright Positive Films@shemeka_wrighthttps://www.wrightpositive.comMZ Studios Dallashttps://mzstudiosdallas.comHost, Creator and Producer:Rose Rosen, CSA@roserosencastingCo Host:Robin Carus@robincarusGuest:Danny Jolles@dannyjollesFeedback Actor:Jon [email protected] the show and join our community on socials:@castingconfidentialHost, Creator and Producer:Rose Rosen, CSA@roserosencastingEditor:MZ Studioshttps://mzstudiosdallas.comMusic:Orville Wright@ohyeahbeatsArtwork:Ace Anderson@aceshotthatSides:StageMilk**Opinions expressed in Casting Confidential podcast are the opinions of each individual and do not represent the opinions of any other group or entity. Nothing in this show should be interpreted as an offer of employment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.