multiple attempts to connect to airplay

Hi kenfromfairview,

To help troubleshooting this issue where your MacBook Pro is unable to connect to your Apple TV, I'd like you to follow the information outlined below.

Troubleshooting performance issues

Wi-Fi Connection

If you are experiencing intermittent playback or significant network lag with AirPlay, it could be due to a weak Wi-Fi connection, interference, or the distance between the Wi-Fi router and your AirPlay-enabled device.

• Ensure that other devices aren't trying to stream to the same Apple TV at the same time.
• Ensure that your Wi-Fi router is set up with the recommended settings for the best performance.
• Certain external devices, such as microwave ovens and baby monitors, may interfere with a Wi-Fi network. Try moving or disabling these devices.
• If your wireless and wired networks are the same, try connecting your Apple TV to the router via Ethernet instead of Wi-Fi.
• Use the Wi-Fi network troubleshooting guide to resolve interference and other issues.

Ethernet Connection

Temporarily disable firewalls (both network and local) and security software. Security software and firewalls may block ports that AirPlay uses to stream content. You can often resolve issues with security software by updating, correctly configuring, or uninstalling security software.

iTunes: Troubleshooting AirPlay and AirPlay Mirroring - Apple Support

There could also be interference between your MacBook Pro and Apple TV, in which using the Wireless Diagnostics tool can help in analyzing the Wi-Fi network.

About Wireless Diagnostics - Apple Support

Take care,

Alex H.