First-Year Applicants
•Two contrasting one-minute monologues (contrasting in period, genre, tone, etc.)
•Each piece must not exceed one minute; monologues over 1 minute 10 seconds each will not be reviewed
•Verbal introduction at the beginning of each video: your name, title of piece or play, and playwright (not counted against your time)
Transfer Applicants
•One one-minute monologue is required; an optional second monologue may be uploaded
•If invited to the virtual audition, prepare two contrasting one-minute monologues
Monologue One (Standard)
•Framing: Medium shot (mid-torso to top of head)
•Plain wall or background with clear, directed lighting
•May sit or stand; place scene partner just off to the side of the camera lens or above it
Monologue Two (Site-Specific with Secondary Activity)
•Filmed in a unique location outside of a neutral background
•Include a secondary activity (e.g., cutting vegetables, walking a dog) that need not match the given circumstances
•Film in one continuous shot (no editing)
•May have someone hold the camera and follow you around
•Show your vision for the piece—there is no wrong way to do this
Theatre Arts Interest
•Students interested in the Theatre Arts major should also include a recorded or written explanation of their experience and interest in studying Theatre Arts beyond performing
