Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited theatre program
•Housed in the Fowler Center, A-State's dedicated performing arts complex
TRAINING
•Integrated curriculum blending acting, private and group vocal instruction, and multiple dance styles
•Musical theatre performance and scene study courses build the triple-threat skill set
•Voice faculty led by Dr. Marika Kyriakos (Professor of Voice, Interim Department Chair)
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•4 full-scale productions per season including musicals and plays, with casting from freshman year
•Perform in the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box
•Recent productions: Ride the Cyclone, Cinderella, Little Women, Leading Ladies
FACILITIES
•Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures; Scene Shop with 3D printer; Costume Shop with 14 Bernina machines
Key Info
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
Good to Know
PRIORITY CONSIDERATION
•Must be accepted to the university by December 1 for priority scholarship consideration
SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS
•Auditions/interviews may be done in person or via Zoom/Google Meets/Teams
•If unable to attend scheduled dates, contact Dallas Martinez (Artistic Producing Director) at dalmartinez@astate.edu
What's The Process
•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)
Scholarship Info
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
•Musical theatre 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 Mar 27, 1:23 PM
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited theatre program
•Housed in the Fowler Center, A-State's dedicated performing arts complex
TRAINING
•Integrated curriculum blending acting, private and group vocal instruction, and multiple dance styles
•Musical theatre performance and scene study courses build the triple-threat skill set
•Voice faculty led by Dr. Marika Kyriakos (Professor of Voice, Interim Department Chair)
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•4 full-scale productions per season including musicals and plays, with casting from freshman year
•Perform in the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box
•Recent productions: Ride the Cyclone, Cinderella, Little Women, Leading Ladies
FACILITIES
•Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures; Scene Shop with 3D printer; Costume Shop with 14 Bernina machines
Updated Mar 27, 1:23 PM
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
