THEA 420 Professional Survival and How toAudition Course examines techniques of self-promotion; knowledge of talent agencies and casting directors; unions, contracts, and bookkeeping for performers; and opportunities in the local market. Students work on monologues and cold readings for auditions. Course assists acting students making the transition from college to career by providing professional survival information, tools, and techniques. Students with an Acting concentration are required to take this course during their senior year.