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July 14, 2025 67 mins

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.


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Casting Networks

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Wright Positive Films

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MZ Studios Dallas

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Host, Creator and Producer:

Rose Rosen, CSA

@roserosencasting


Co Host:

Robin Carus

@robincarus


Guest:

Danny Jolles

@dannyjolles


Feedback Actor:

Jon Laight

@jonlaight.actor


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Host, Creator and Producer:

Rose Rosen, CSA

@roserosencasting


Editor:

MZ Studios

https://mzstudiosdallas.com


Music:

Orville Wright

@ohyeahbeats


Artwork:

Ace Anderson

@aceshotthat


Sides:

StageMilk



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