Program
No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualSelective12-24 StudentsUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
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
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Connect with successful actors, casting directors and other industry professionals
•Atlanta's thriving film and television scene less than an hour away
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Dulce Sloan — Daily Show correspondent, Emmy-nominated comedian
Key Info
Program AppApplication
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Auditions
At Brenau UniversityNov 22, 2025
At UNG-GainesvilleApr 18, 2026
Program Submission
•resume
•HEADSHOT
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SELECTIONS, up to 32 bars / 45-60 sec each
•Musical theatre or pop repertoire that contrasts in style and decade of composition
•Bring sheet music for the accompanist
•Have the full version of your audition songs as well as any other performance-ready musical theatre or pop repertoire
Monologues
ONE MONOLOGUE, 45-60 sec
•From a play — not from monologue books
Dance
DANCE CALL (group format, approximately one hour)
•Quick warm-up, technique across the floor combinations, a ballet portion, and a jazz/MT combination
•No prior dance experience is necessary
•Wear shoes you can dance in and clothes you can move in
Good to Know
UNIFIED AUDITIONS & CONFERENCES
•Faculty may be found at SETC, Pittsburgh Unified, ThesCon Georgia, and Georgia Theatre Conference
ELIGIBILITY
•Must complete audition form and attend an audition to be considered for acceptance into the program
What's The Process
AUDITION DATES:
•Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Brenau University's John S. Burd Center
•Saturday, April 18, 2026 at UNG-Gainesville's Performing Arts Building
AUDITION FORMAT:
•In-person auditions preferred at on-campus events
•Virtual auditions available via Zoom by emailing Pamela Workman at pworkman@brenau.edu
•Auditions may include questions about professional goals and why you want to study at Brenau
Scholarship Info
•Theatre Talent Scholarship available based on audition
•Scholarships awarded based on talent, commitment, and academic performance
Program info updated Mar 27, 1:59 AM
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
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Connect with successful actors, casting directors and other industry professionals
•Atlanta's thriving film and television scene less than an hour away
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Dulce Sloan — Daily Show correspondent, Emmy-nominated comedian
Updated Mar 27, 1:59 AM
Academic School Information
3.38
Avg GPA
88%
Admit Rate
34%
Grad Rate
1,029
Enrollment
$54,003
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$34,027
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,924
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$19,481
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,379
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,420
Family Income $75k - $110k$18,279
Family Income $110k+$20,426
