Program
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewExtras
University App RequiredProgram Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
No Interview
University App Required
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited theatre program
•Housed in the Fowler Center, A-State's dedicated performing arts complex
TRAINING
•Focused coursework in scene study, voice & speech, movement, dance, and audition technique
•Students cast in productions beginning freshman year and earn academic credit for performance
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•4 full-scale productions per season spanning musicals and plays in two venues: the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box
•Recent seasons include Ride the Cyclone, Cinderella, Little Women, Almost Maine, and Leading Ladies
FACILITIES
•Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures and consoles for hands-on lighting training
•Scene Shop equipped with 3D printer for set construction; Costume Shop with 14 Bernina machines and embroidery station
University AppApplication
Program AppApplication
Auditions
Scholarship Audition (1-3 PM)Jan 20, 2026
Scholarship Audition (1-3 PM)Mar 13, 2026
Scholarship Audition (1-3 PM)Apr 10, 2026
APPLICATION LOGISTICS
•Apply to Arkansas State through the undergraduate admissions application
•Submit transcripts and immunization records; the university application fee is $30 and waiver requests are available
IMPORTANT NOTES
•Scholarship auditions may be completed in person or via Zoom, Google Meets, or Teams
•Use the department scholarship sign-up form to reserve January 20, March 13, or April 10, 2026
•If you cannot attend a listed date, contact Dallas Martinez at dalmartinez@astate.edu to discuss alternate options
•No audition required for program admission
•Optional scholarship auditions available for Theatre Department scholarships
•Students may audition for productions after enrollment (open to all A-State students)
THEATRE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Available through audition — ONE MONOLOGUE from a published play, 30-60 seconds, memorized, age-appropriate, no accents
•In person or via Zoom/Google Meets/Teams
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
•Must be a declared Theatre major with 3.0+ GPA in Theatre courses
•Participate in at least three productions annually
•Acting emphasis students must audition for all productions
THEATRE GUILD SCHOLARSHIP
•Awarded annually to outstanding students showing potential for a theatre career
DEADLINE
•Rolling — based on scholarship offer date
Program info updated 9h ago
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited theatre program
•Housed in the Fowler Center, A-State's dedicated performing arts complex
TRAINING
•Focused coursework in scene study, voice & speech, movement, dance, and audition technique
•Students cast in productions beginning freshman year and earn academic credit for performance
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•4 full-scale productions per season spanning musicals and plays in two venues: the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box
•Recent seasons include Ride the Cyclone, Cinderella, Little Women, Almost Maine, and Leading Ladies
FACILITIES
•Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures and consoles for hands-on lighting training
•Scene Shop equipped with 3D printer for set construction; Costume Shop with 14 Bernina machines and embroidery station
Updated 9h ago
Academic School Information
3.49
Avg GPA (W)
82%
Admit Rate
55%
Grad Rate
9,110
Enrollment
$42,617
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,090
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,522
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,366
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$10,098
Family Income $30k - $48k$9,255
Family Income $48k - $75k$12,205
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,839
Family Income $110k+$16,444
