Episode 7: AI and the Future of Audition Prep – Friend, Foe, or Just Another Tool?

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing the way performers prepare and submit auditions. From self-tape feedback to script analysis and virtual reader tools, the digital landscape is evolving faster than the industry can regulate it. In Episode 7 of Onstage: Casting Call, David Greenwood OAM and fellow agent and long-time friend, Brian Coppock, explore how AI is reshaping audition preparation across Australia and internationally. They unpack the real tools actors are using right now, along with the benefits, risks, and ethical questions that come with them. Drawing on current industry examples and real dilemmas from casting rooms and agencies, David and Brian discuss where technology can support creativity and where it may undermine authenticity. Together they consider how performers can use AI responsibly while maintaining what matters most: honesty, instinct, and human connection. This episode offers practical insight for performers at any stage of their career who want to stay informed, adaptable, and confident as the future of auditions continues to shift.