Audition Workshop with Peter Rasmussen
Inside the Audition Room: Taking Direction
In this exclusive workshop series, Casting Director Peter Rasmussen takes actors inside the audition room to explore one of the most important audition skills: taking direction.
A bad audition can feel like an event that is out of your control, especially when nerves take over or you’re given direction that feels vague, confusing, or hard to play.. You might walk away unsure about what happened and what you could have changed.
In this practical workshop, Peter helps actors build the tools to stay present, take direction, and make confident adjustments in the audition room.
You’ll gain clarity on:
- What casting directors are really looking for when they give direction
- How to stay calm and technically grounded under pressure
- How to translate vague or unhelpful direction into something you can actually do
- How to use direction as a chance to show confident and memorable takes
A focused online workshop for actors who want to feel more in control, more flexible, and more prepared when it counts.
*Includes Q&A session with Peter to ensure your questions are answered directly.
Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Time: 6.30pm - 9pm, Brisbane Time AEST.
Cost: $45 AUD
Location: online via Zoom.
*Recording provided if you can’t attend live
If you have any questions about this webinar please email [email protected]
Student Testimonials:
“Peter's profound support and guidance has made me a more confident and expressive actor and has landed me more auditions and callbacks than ever before. I highly recommend his classes to anyone looking to elevate their craft.”
“Peter creates a safe, supportive space with feedback tailored to each actor. His courses are dense with value and have helped me produce authentic, engaging performances. Very highly recommend!”
“Peter brings genuine enthusiasm and instinctively identifies what’s needed to help bring out the best in an actor. It’s clear that Peter has something special when it comes to teaching and mentoring. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been coached by him and to have had his support.”
“Peter has so much passion and amazing knowledge of the craft. I highly recommend working with Peter if you are serious about taking things to the next level!”
“Peter has a wonderful way of directing actors in the room. He makes you feel at ease, thereby, getting the best performance from you. If you are looking for that next step towards levelling up your craft, then I urge you, do your artistry a favour and sign up for one of Peter's courses”
Why Peter?
As a respected Casting Director and Acting Coach, Peter knows exactly what captures attention in the audition room. His training blends deep craft, practical technique and real-world casting insight, giving actors a unique advantage on screen. With a track record of students booking major roles, Peter’s approach is trusted by emerging and professional actors across Australia.
About Peter:
Peter Rasmussen is one of Australia’s most respected acting coaches, known for his clear, practical teaching style and his ability to guide actors toward truthful, dynamic and emotionally grounded performances. With over 25 years of industry experience, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge from both his extensive coaching career and his ongoing work inside the casting room, giving actors rare insight into what genuinely works on camera..
Across his career, Peter has taught at leading institutions including Queensland University of Technology’s Fine Arts Program, Griffith Film School, Queensland Conservatorium’s Performing Arts Program, The Howard Fine School and the Melbourne Acting Academy.
Many of his students have gone on to book major roles in Australian and international film, television and theatre - a testament to his ability to unlock an actor’s potential and prepare them for real industry success.
