How to Analyze a Script for an Audition! (Breakdown, Read + Acting Tips)

Wanna learn how to breakdown and analyze a film or television script for an acting audition?! Today I will give you tips on how to read a script and understand script format! Hope you enjoy! ☺️💕
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⏰ TIME STAMPS
00:00 Updates
01:00 What is a script?
03:30 Reading a Casting Breakdown
07:28 Elements of a Script
15:03 Dialogue, Emotion and Scene Arcs
26:25 Outro
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[@MakaylaLysiak]

I will be releasing more scripts very soon!💕 What should I write about?!🧐

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iPhone

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Something that will help everyone boost their acting career!

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A phone bc I really need a new one bc I had this one for 4yr and it’s super slow and I or my parents do not have the money 💵

[@letitgrow-r4v]

@@idocompilations9154 I totally agree

[@poopoo3631]

I never win them so idk loll

[@Xades]

Tip for Aspiring actors/actresses Don’t always remember lines in your head they way you want it to be. Read them out loud normally so you can deliver in any way possible. If you memorise it a certain way, that will be your only way you’re saying it. You cannot alter the emotion or tone, it’s just going to sound they way you wanted it to be.

[@goldensilence5841]

Basically just remember your lines in a real monotone like voice

[@lara-1111]

@@goldensilence5841 I’d say be familiar with the lines but don’t have them like FULLY memorised or direction will be hard

[@auzzy999]

Lara B Thats bad advice. You want to be so off book that the lines come to you effortlessly. That way you are free to take the scene anywhere you like on the fly

[@amandaya29]

@@auzzy999 now this^^^

[@missbuttercream1758]

I totally agree. Did this in my last show It helped sm💕

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I need one for monologue😩😭

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Aww🥺 Ok but to get a role I need to have everything on your resumé, and this includes experience. If u don’t have any they won’t take u.

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[@whiffles760]

@@barbiemasselli9385 They will if you're good.

[@rebekkahtherealtor]

Break Down of Script 1. Print Script 2. Highlight your characters name and dialogue 3. Underline scene notes about your specific character 4. Circle action notes 5. Make notes of any arc changes (mood changes) 6. Write out priorities in the scene 7. Read it over and hear what's in your head.. make notes of body language, mood changes, eye changes.. etc Thanks, Makayla! love this video... Will be waiting for the union/non-union vid :😊

[@AnjuliMack]

THANK YOU ❤

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omg! I’m literally watching grey’s anatomy and I’m on season 17, episode 6 and I was like is that makayla?!? turns out it is!

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Yup that was me 😁💓

[@kaykaypastel8380]

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I also want to start acting

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nooo i legit had an allergic reacting and has to get rushed to the hospital its hard having allergies lol

[@lara-1111]

Heyy! I think ya should search like “talent agency’s near me” and audition for a few

[@haniyachauhdury2017]

Yay glad your following your dreams! How did you get your parents on board?

[@kaykaypastel8380]

@@haniyachauhdury2017 I have been asking for a few years now so here's what I learned: try to convince whatever parent has more "Power" first. Make a list of pros to acting and cons but with the cons make them have something about them that is good about that con and turn it around. And ask to take acting lessons to see if it's something you really wanna do. Acting Comedy studio has really good classes that i'm taking. Also show your parents that you are passionate about it. And if they still keep saying no, watch acting videos online and learn that way and keep asking,don't give up! luckily, the good news is that when you turn 18 your parents have no control over if you do it or not soo that's a plus!

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The helpful queen is here once again

[@MakaylaLysiak]

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The amount of knowledge I learn from your videos Is insane. Especially with everything online, your channel is an awesome tool for both the seasoned and newbie actor looking to stay immersed in the craft, thank you!!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Awwww so happy I could help!

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When I say I got excited when I saw this I did I literally had a whole moment😛🤌🏽

[@MakaylaLysiak]

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[@brik9472]

As a cheerleader myself when I was saying the lines for Harper I was doing motions ( The movements we do when cheering ) and using my Pepe cheer voice.

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Love it!💕🤸🏽‍♀️🏈

[@kylegreen6251]

I’ve had some amazing auditions, but felt like I didn’t get a full grip of the scene. Just watched this and feel like I’m ready to tackle the world now! ✨ Thank you frfr 🙏🏾

[@MakaylaLysiak]

💕💖🤍💓 happy to hear!

[@SabrinaOlivera]

This was really helpful. Especially adding the little symbols by the lines, I usually just try and remember where I want to drag stuff out etc. Making it hard on myself😂 Loved the video!

[@azariahalls8976]

I was praticting with makayla as she did the script and i felt this sudden wave of energy expand my senses and it made me realise of how much i want to become an actress. I didnt think i could do this before but now i believe that i can. I wont know what im capable of unless i try so thank you makayla. I know this industry is hard to get into , thousands of us want this and want to make it into a professional carrer but listen up. If you want this, do it ,live life without regrets and work for what you love. There will always be failures but the fact is that you try. Trying is all it takes to reach somewhere. I hope i can get to act with yall one day and maybe even become good friends. Cant wait to see you guys up their on the big screen. Cheering u on!

[@monkey_edits]

I've just gotten an audition for a film and this is super helpful! You've earned a new subscriber 😁

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Exactly we have everything we need to learn right here!

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[@tiaaquilina6047]

Wow. Girl yoi are so beautiful and talented. You should get a Grammy. Like. Your singing is like an angel singing in the whistling wind. Your acting is so professional and your script writing is so unique. Love you sm. Thank you for all your help. Hopefully one day I will be confident enough to send you a self audition. ❤️❤️

[@MakaylaLysiak]

This is so so sweet! I appreciate the support it means so much and thank you!💝

[@Michtingz]

I literally got the courage to ask my parents to let me do acting. For now just voice acting bc I have bad asthma (and it’s COVID) my mom said she’ll look into back stage and my dad said whatever I want to do they’ll support me. I’m so excited 😆 thanks Makayla!

[@judyjude1508]

wow congrats and can you tell me how did you ask your parents to let you do acting can you give me some tips it would really make me happy and congrats again 🥰🥰

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Oh my god u were on greys anatomy and station 19!!!!!!!!!!!!! I watched them u did so good. Congrats!!!

[@busrabzkrt]

You’re literally gold. You helped me a lot of things about acting that I couldn’t do myself. Thank you so much Makayla 🥺💕💕💖💕

[@MakaylaLysiak]

😁💕 I’m so happy I could help

[@rainierflores3815]

I cannot express how grateful I am for this video, and for the script you included. Thank you very much!

[@aminaasworld]

cheer squad ! also, this video is so.. insightful, like even as i’m taking acting classes in college, i have yet to see this technique when analyzing scripts so this is so helpful omg ;;

[@jaedyn3175]

I printed out and broke down the script with Denise and Jack. I memorized my lines and then performed it in front of my mom and dad. It was my first time performing my acting in front of ANYONE instead of just doing scenes by myself and in my head. Anyways, they said I did really good! (And they’re the type of people to tell me if I did poorly lol) Thank you Makayla for providing an opportunity for me to show my potential to someone!

[@chaelamaelle421]

Thank you so much Makayla for making this video!! This is one of my biggest concerns when it comes to acting and you have helped me so much! I have to memorize and read and script very soon and you posted this just in time!! I really appreciate this more than you can imagine!! 💕

[@chimdi]

You did an amazing job! Both the acting, the breakdown, and the writing itself 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@ellamak7215]

i love your channel so much, it’s so beyond helpful, THANK YOU!!!

[@luisanagyidaiviau9916]

Makayla, omg, I can't thank you enough for your videos! I'm binge watching them since I found you, girl! And I already learned so much with you. Thank you so much, you're really really kind to share your knowledge with us, this is amazing

[@mastrega300]

thank you so much this is a thing i have neded to know for so long!😃😊

[@jadajonesoldchannel]

Girl so proud of you! This is such a good video and wish I had this when I started! Keep shining babe!

[@HeyItsMecci]

Omg Makayla, this is literally the Sacred Graal of acting!! I’m so grateful you did this video, you don’t know how helpful you’re being 🥺🥺🥺 Thanks girl! (Subscribed, liked and about to share xx)

[@mafecarmim4943]

I’m so happy that KZbin recommend me your video, I want to be an actress and the pandemic made everything more hard, in November I finish high school and your channel was a light on the dark for me, it’s so hard to find those kinda of content that your videos have. Thank you so much, queen!!!!!!

[@paisley_rayle_actor]

I just signed up for backstage yesterday and I found an audition and I am marking the script right now , thank you sooo much

[@mianimations2771]

You are helping me so much to follow my dreams as an actress I LOVE YOUR WORK! keep it up! 🤩

[@izzy9350]

I actually love your videos so much, they're so helpful.

[@chelsealael]

that pre-thought tactic is a GAME CHANGER! I have my first big self- tape next week and you just helped me so much. So glad I found your channel I never subscribed so quickly! Thank you so much.

[@esmehernandez333]

you literally help me so much!

[@ell5870]

thank you so much. this video was really good

[@itssamanthabelle]

Love this! It was such awesome info - thanks!

[@tombh2018]

Cheer squad 😊 Thanks so much for yesterday! Your answer really helped me out ❤️

[@khristinedelacruz03]

This an awesome video! I have never come across a very generous walkthrough on how to read, appreciate, breakdown, and really digest a script. You are amazing, Makayla! Thank you for sharing all these! More power to you!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you!😆💕

[@jordyn3341]

I would loove to see you take these notes that you showed us and actually perform the scene using them! I think it would be really effective to put what you’re showing us on paper into action! This vid was super helpful!! ❤️🥰

[@urmom2747]

thanks Makayla this was so helpful! love you!

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Makayla is literally amazing !! Yess girl don’t stop helping us😅

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Omg thank you so much for this! I’ve been watching so many videos during quarantine about acting tips and you always make it fun! This was really helpful! TY 🙂 love your vids!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

I’m so glad to hear! Thanks for taking the time to write this ☺️💕

[@kbmelody8]

Makayla, thank you so much for putting so much effort for explaining everything in detail! You’re mega talented🤩

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you!☺️

[@_tylertoney_]

This is so helpful! Thank you for the videos and all of your creative/helpful content! Keep up the amazing work and congrats on getting enrolled to pursue your career!

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I love this girl! You help me with everything acting! ❤️❤️

[@Ines1708]

Omgg Makaylaa I don't knoww how to thank youuu for this

[@Jayvante]

Also...that self tape and sending it to you would be literally amazing your input would help me so much I’ve never even tried to act I just have this gut feeling that’s what I want to do

[@GeorgieMinterBrown11]

I love how in-depth this is, this is going to help a lot of people xx

[@bhjgkuyjfyu]

GIRLLL U ARE SO GOOD,,,,, im genuinely rooting for uuuu i really like ur attitude

[@wangsholanal7435]

I can't wait for the next video about union and non-union❣

[@sofiamorales1870]

You are so talented! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience, everything that you’re saying aligns perfectly with what my acting coach teaches me, but it’s cool to have it from the perspective of a working young actress👏🏼👌🏼

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Yay! Amazing and I’m so happy to hear this!💕

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I have been wanting to do acting for some years now. I once acted out a Minute Maid ad and a little modeling at one of those city popups. But now I really want to learn everything to prepare me for acting. And I just found someone who can help, Thank you Makayla just earned another subscriber!

[@kalid1610]

Thank you so much, this video really truly inspired me!⭐️ Please Please keeping doing video’s like this, you are so helpful!

[@embeeerrr]

cheer squad 🤪. thank you for this vid so helpful!! also i like your script :)

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thanks so much!💕

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thanks for taking the time to meke this type of videos for us. this is gonna help me so much, OH I LLLOOVVEEE YOUR VIDEOS. your the best really. love you :) have a great dayyy...

[@bayleesoto455]

I just read the Pharmacy scene of your script and it's great! I'm going to print it out later and work on it. This video helped me so much. I understand now what most of the text means in the script. Thank you so much!

[@chrysalisbabydrag]

Wow that was amazing thank you so much for taking the time to write these scenes! I love them & they are SO helpful. Thank you Makayla you are the best!

[@emiliajbrtz]

Aaahh I just found your channel and I already love it’s my dream to be an actress and your videos are soooo helpful🥰

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WHEN I TELL YOU I CLICKED FAST

[@violetfolgi]

This video is brilliant!! thank you so much for all you taught us and for the scripts, wow. THANK YOUUUUU

[@taniiwho876]

Thank you so much!!! This helped me tons ✨❤️✨ and congratulations on your shows!! 🥳

[@user-tn1by3nf1z]

Do someone know where can I get more of hers scripts from? I AM NEW HERE AND I ALREADY LOVE YOU MAKAYLA 💗💗💗💗

[@generiaaa]

I love this video you killed it! I know one day i'm gonna grow but i'll never forget you and your tips!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Aw thank you so much! This warms my heart!💓☺️

[@isabelleb826]

Makayla this was so incredibly helpful! I've always wanted to learn how to really breakdown scripts but didn't know where to start. Thank you so much for this!

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her energy makes me happy both physically and mentally 🥺

[@MakaylaLysiak]

😊💕

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Makayla you have inspired me in so many ways! I have watched almost every video and take it all to heart! Thanks🙏🏻

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This makes me so happy!☺️💕

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Makayla Lysiak thanks!! ♥️🙏🏻

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Will you be doing any videos soon? I am missing it! LoL ♥️

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I am so excited for when Makayla hits 50k. She deserves it so much! She is so helpful and I wish more people knew about her!!! She is great! Love ya Makayla!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

love u too! thanks for taking the time to write this. ☺️💓

[@nl86__]

@@MakaylaLysiak Of course!!! Again you deserve it!

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154k now 🥰

[@kunalgautam9297]

This was so informative, in the whole video i was just observing and learning the new ways to analyse a script and how to build your character, how to react, bory language, voice modulation, and shifting of the mood. This is Epic!

[@christianjackson5487]

Thank You So Much!! I have always wanted to be an actress, but I never knew where to start. Just by watching your videos I have started to take those steps to making my dreams come true. You have really helped with those beginner steps.

[@laurensharp9168]

Noooooo my secret has been revealed 😭 Just kidding! This is awesome that she knows how to do this. It’s very important for acting. Thank you for sharing this with people Makayla! 💗

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Aw thanks 😂💕

[@laurensharp9168]

Woah I just now came back to this video and saw that Makayla replied and all the likes. So cool

[@kingkhi5155]

This video really helped thanks alot🔥

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Glad I could help!

[@katherinepollock]

Okay, so I finally signed up for acting lessons!!! I start next week, but I thought I'd say THANK YOU to Makayla because she inspired me to finally take a chance and learn more about something that I am very passionate about!

[@thechrislewisssss]

This was great! She’s a natural!

[@lightskinsavior2607]

Ayyy I just talked to my parents they say if I get an role in La or anywhere we could move there for the time being for the role

[@letitgrow-r4v]

Good luck

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Ohh mbn good luck!

[@deja1973]

good luck 🥰!

[@kealacarroll8969]

Your so lucky it’s the opposite for me 😢 can’t be an actor because my parents don’t support it

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OMGGGGGGG

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Kinda looks like my favorite screenwriter, Shonda Rhimes🔥🔥

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i legitimately wish i could put your videos on my resume, you're literally the best teacher for us hahaha i love u ! thank u for all ur hard work i hope it hasn't felt too much like anybody's taking it for granted. I know the algorithm can make it seem like nobody cares BUT NOT TRUE! ur fantastic. i send SO much love to you darling , omg

[@gabriellaalessandra676]

This video was sooo helpful! You really taught me a lot. And wow your really good at acting !! I hope your channel continues to grow and as well as your acting career!!

[@rayak8688]

Us taking notes from the queenn

[@user-hr3xn6sj2u]

Hi! So I have a question. Im scared to tell my parents I want to act. How did you tell your parents you wanted to act?

[@fortnitekid2056]

I am in college and I am doing acting class

[@flix4907]

All I did was told them I just told them and they were happy that I wanted to something unique my advice just tell trust me they will be happy

[@erinbertolino577]

same lol

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They been knew lol

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Well try to have a talk with and be serious and subscribe to my channel I will put up acting videos

[@TinoGray]

Amazing as always

[@tvtakeoff]

I’m so excited to have found your channel it’s so informative! Growing up I’d always wanted to be an actor but gave up around my 20s in college. It didn’t seem doable especially considering I was broke. I’m 26 now and decided to go for it again because my current job gives me the flexibility to go to auditions and sets. I signed up for backstage earlier in the year and have had a few virtual auditions as well and even booked two things so far! I’m currently preparing for an audition and I’m following along with this to break it down! Keep up the good work! Thanks

[@Pinksuga07]

Okay, this needs to be a series! I would watch these allll day! Do you have the self tape of you shooting these sides? would love to see the from script to screen process of these sides!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Maybe i’ll do a self tape of this! Good idea!🥰

[@MyNameisMessenger]

@@MakaylaLysiak Ditto on this idea!

[@kiyafox4059]

Can you do a "what to bring to an audition" video all your videos are so helpful

[@xanderthereseller4685]

Loving these vids

[@Cloudycarina]

this video helped me, thank you so much! you are amazing!

[@nevaehwhalen51]

I wanna get into acting and I don’t now how to practice memorizing lines do you now enything I could do? Also I love your videos soo soooooo much there so helpful 🤪😀😃😃😃😃😆😊

[@maanvivikas8967]

can you please take acting classes I love how you explain everything.

[@elizabethaiye]

The script you made to help us is amazing it has helped me to practice my acting. Thank you so much!

[@yukizuu8789]

I really wanted to be an actress and this is the youtuber that I was finding 😌 And question, do you still do watch other people acting like in insta and like react to them? Cause I'm thinking of making a vid and I wanna ask someone if it's fine or what are the things I need improve 😅😅

[@lenabanana9356]

Liking it? I loved it!! What would I do without you?? 💖💖 You're so cute and it's so fun to learn something from you! You make it fun and exciting!! 💖💖

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Thank you so much this means so much!💕

[@rickyvitucci95]

You are soooo good at this! Thank you for this video and your knowledge. Appreciate you!

[@RaidenWarbound]

Ohhhhh this looks exciting!! Ima take some notes here!

[@blacknile.]

What about memorization? That’s my biggest problem. Also thank you so much for your videos! You’re a blessing

[@joshuatamirpersonal8137]

Learn it by rote and write it over and over.

[@marinara_zauce5666]

✨cheer squad✨ where u at!!

[@MakaylaLysiak]

Right here! 😁💕🤸🏽‍♀️🏈

[@looez3749]

THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS. UR A LITERAL QUEEN AND WE DON'T DESERVE YOU. WE LOVE YOU.

[@breadsugar_]

What if ur not an actor but u want to be an actor

[@elizabethb3416]

I want to act but I’m really forgetful and I don’t like my voice and i’m shy, any tips?

[@MakaylaLysiak]

I have a video on how to get over acting nerves on my channel 👍🏽☺️💓

[@itssamantha1486]

Try to do act In front of you mom or dad or friend trust me it helps