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Auditions, readings & screen tests · Working

Chemistry read

Also called: chemistry test

ELI5

An audition pairing performers to assess their interaction and relationship on screen.

Used in conversation

“The chemistry read needs to reflect the performance the project actually requires.”

Pitch context

A director may use this term to turn a broad intention into a specific performance or casting choice.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

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