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Brenau University

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Selective12-24 Students

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Selective12-24 Students

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BFA Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Selective12-24 Students

Training

Part of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA), a nationally-recognized collaboration between Brenau and University of North Georgia

Faculty with decades of industry experience including Broadway productions

Performance opportunities starting first semester with leading roles in two musicals per year

Performance & Productions

Perform in historic Pearce Auditorium (700-seat, 19th century opera house) and Hosch Theatre (350-seat)

Summer stock and other professional opportunities available while earning degree

Notable Alumni

Dulce Sloan — Daily Show correspondent, Emmy-nominated comedian

Professional Development

Connect with successful actors, casting directors and other industry professionals

Atlanta's thriving film and television scene less than an hour away

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.38

Admit rate

88%

school-wide

Grad rate

33%

Enrollment

Earnings

$54K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$33,872

Before aid

Average net price

$18,924

After aid

Tuition · brenau.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 8h ago

Program Highlights

Training

Part of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA), a nationally-recognized collaboration between Brenau and University of North Georgia

Faculty with decades of industry experience including Broadway productions

Performance opportunities starting first semester with leading roles in two musicals per year

Performance & Productions

Perform in historic Pearce Auditorium (700-seat, 19th century opera house) and Hosch Theatre (350-seat)

Summer stock and other professional opportunities available while earning degree

Notable Alumni

Dulce Sloan — Daily Show correspondent, Emmy-nominated comedian

Professional Development

Connect with successful actors, casting directors and other industry professionals

Atlanta's thriving film and television scene less than an hour away

Program Highlights

Training

Part of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA), a nationally-recognized collaboration between Brenau and University of North Georgia

Faculty with decades of industry experience including Broadway productions

Performance opportunities starting first semester with leading roles in two musicals per year

Performance & Productions

Perform in historic Pearce Auditorium (700-seat, 19th century opera house) and Hosch Theatre (350-seat)

Summer stock and other professional opportunities available while earning degree

Notable Alumni

Dulce Sloan — Daily Show correspondent, Emmy-nominated comedian

Professional Development

Connect with successful actors, casting directors and other industry professionals

Atlanta's thriving film and television scene less than an hour away

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Common App School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Freshman · brenau.edu

Program AppApplication

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School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Auditions

Fall 2027 GTA Audition/Interview - UNG-Gainesville

Nov 7, 2026Apr 17, 2027

Fall 2027 GTA Audition/Interview - BrenauFeb 13, 2027

Admissions Auditions · gainesvilletheatrealliance.org

Program Submission

Songs

Two Contrasting Vocal Selections

Musical theatre repertoire

Each selection should be 45-60 seconds

Have the full versions and other performance-ready musical theatre repertoire prepared

Monologues

One Monologue

From a play

45-60 seconds

Dance

Dance Call

Quick warm-up followed by a jazz/musical theatre combination

No prior dance experience is necessary

Wear appropriate dance shoes and clothes you can move in

Additional Materials

Resume (Required)

Bring two copies

Headshot (Required)

Bring two copies

Sheet Music (Required)

Admissions Auditions · gainesvilletheatrealliance.org

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Contrasting Vocal Selections

Musical theatre repertoire

Each selection should be 45-60 seconds

Bring sheet music for the accompanist

Have the full versions and other performance-ready musical theatre repertoire prepared

Monologues

One Monologue

From a play

45-60 seconds

Dance

Dance Call

Quick warm-up followed by a jazz/musical theatre combination

No prior dance experience is necessary

Wear appropriate dance shoes and clothes you can move in

Admissions Auditions · gainesvilletheatrealliance.org

Good to Know

Application Logistics

The Fall 2027 GTA audition cycle opens August 1, 2026; virtual submissions are accepted beginning that day

University admission is a separate process through Brenau

Eligibility

Admission to Gainesville Theatre Alliance does not guarantee admission to Brenau University, and university admission does not guarantee GTA admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

The 2027-28 audition cycle opens August 1, 2026

An audition or portfolio review is required for placement in a Gainesville Theatre Alliance degree program

Applicants may attend an in-person event or submit virtually

University admission is a separate process; admission to GTA does not guarantee admission to Brenau University

Contact: recruitment@GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org

Audition Expectations

Prepare two contrasting 45-60 second musical theatre selections

Prepare one 45-60 second monologue from a play

Participate in a jazz/musical theatre dance call

AUDITION LOCATIONS (migrated from legacy structured-date data 2026-09-16; see tasks/lessons.md)

Fall 2027 GTA Audition/Interview - UNG-Gainesville — Gainesville, GA

Fall 2027 GTA Audition/Interview - Brenau — Gainesville, GA

Scholarship Info

Theatre Talent Scholarship available based on audition

Scholarships awarded based on talent, commitment, and academic performance

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.38

Admit rate

88%

school-wide

Grad rate

33%

Enrollment

Earnings

$54K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$33,872

Before aid

Average net price

$18,924

After aid

Tuition · brenau.edu College Scorecard

Training

Part of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA), a nationally-recognized collaboration between Brenau and University of North Georgia

Faculty with decades of industry experience including Broadway productions

Performance opportunities starting first semester with leading roles in two musicals per year

Performance & Productions

Perform in historic Pearce Auditorium (700-seat, 19th century opera house) and Hosch Theatre (350-seat)

Summer stock and other professional opportunities available while earning degree

Notable Alumni

Dulce Sloan — Daily Show correspondent, Emmy-nominated comedian

Professional Development

Connect with successful actors, casting directors and other industry professionals

Atlanta's thriving film and television scene less than an hour away

Updated 8h ago