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California Baptist University

Riverside, CA

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Musical Theatre

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BA Theatre

Musical Theatre

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BA Theatre

Performance for Stage and Screen

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BA Theatre

Design for Stage and Screen

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BM Performance and Pedagogy

Voice

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BM Commercial Performance

Voice

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

•Season selection and curriculum integrate faith principles

•Weekly Community Time with guest speakers from the entertainment industry

Training

•4 theatre productions per year (2 plays and 2 musicals each semester)

•Students gain hands-on experience in performance, design, and technical theatre

•Small class sizes with focused attention from professors

Professional Development

•Master classes, internships, and networking events with industry professionals

•Alumni have performed with Shakespeare by the Sea, Disney, and Off-Broadway

•Graduate study pathways at Theatre Academy London, Trinity College Ireland, and University of Westminster

Study Abroad

•Musical Theatre Tour group performs at schools, churches, and community organizations

•Educational touring workshops led by students with faculty mentors

•Opportunities to study abroad and attend international festivals

Academic info

Snapshot

3.44

Avg GPA (W)

85%

Admit Rate

school-wide

61%

Grad Rate

8.2K

Enrollment

$62K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$26,285

after typical aid

Tuition & Fees

$41,228

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$22,298

$30-48k$21,941

$48-75k$22,620

$75-110k$26,179

$110k+$33,971

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Program info updated May 22, 4:00 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Season selection and curriculum integrate faith principles

•Weekly Community Time with guest speakers from the entertainment industry

Training

•4 theatre productions per year (2 plays and 2 musicals each semester)

•Students gain hands-on experience in performance, design, and technical theatre

•Small class sizes with focused attention from professors

Professional Development

•Master classes, internships, and networking events with industry professionals

•Alumni have performed with Shakespeare by the Sea, Disney, and Off-Broadway

•Graduate study pathways at Theatre Academy London, Trinity College Ireland, and University of Westminster

Study Abroad

•Musical Theatre Tour group performs at schools, churches, and community organizations

•Educational touring workshops led by students with faculty mentors

•Opportunities to study abroad and attend international festivals

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Season selection and curriculum integrate faith principles

•Weekly Community Time with guest speakers from the entertainment industry

Training

•4 theatre productions per year (2 plays and 2 musicals each semester)

•Students gain hands-on experience in performance, design, and technical theatre

•Small class sizes with focused attention from professors

Professional Development

•Master classes, internships, and networking events with industry professionals

•Alumni have performed with Shakespeare by the Sea, Disney, and Off-Broadway

•Graduate study pathways at Theatre Academy London, Trinity College Ireland, and University of Westminster

Study Abroad

•Musical Theatre Tour group performs at schools, churches, and community organizations

•Educational touring workshops led by students with faculty mentors

•Opportunities to study abroad and attend international festivals

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Fee

$45

Deadline

PriorityDec 5, 2025

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Audition Requirements

Songs

Requirements

•16 Bars of Musical Theatre Music

•One selection from musical theatre repertoire

•Should showcase vocal range and abilities

Accompaniment

•For in-person auditions: have music recorded to a personal device (phone or tablet)

-Bring a Bluetooth speaker if needed

-Do not stream accompaniment; screen record if necessary to prevent connectivity issues

Monologues

Requirements

•Two Contrasting MONOLOGUES, 3 min total

•From theatrical literature

•Choose one of two options:

-Option A: One dramatic and one comedic, each from any time period

-Option B: One classical and one contemporary, each from any genre

Additional Materials

Resume (required)

•Attach a brief resume with your submission

Headshot (optional)

•Desirable but not required

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Good to Know

Application Process

•Two-step process: (1) audition for the School of Performing Arts, (2) apply to the university

•Submit audition via the SoPA Audition Form

•Apply to CBU through the online application

Scholarship

•Audition is used for performing arts scholarship consideration

Enrollment

•Subject to yearly faculty review to determine continuation in the program

What's The Process

Audition Format

• Three audition methods available

-Schedule an in-person audition with a SoPA faculty member

-Attend the annual Audition Day in February

-Submit a video audition

Slate

•Begin your audition by stating your name and the titles of pieces you will perform

Video Submissions

•Upload video to a file-sharing service (Dropbox, Google Drive, iCloud) or YouTube

•Submit link via the SoPA Audition Form

•Use a non-distracting background and natural lighting

•Camera at eye level with entire body in frame

•Audio editing is not permitted; video clipping is allowed

Contact

•Phone: 951.343.4251

•Email: performingarts@calbaptist.edu

Scholarship Info

Performing Arts Scholarships

•Audition serves as both admission and scholarship evaluation

•All performing arts majors are considered for talent-based scholarships through the audition process

Academic info

Snapshot

3.44

Avg GPA (W)

85%

Admit Rate

school-wide

61%

Grad Rate

8.2K

Enrollment

$62K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$26,285

after typical aid

Tuition & Fees

$41,228

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$22,298

$30-48k$21,941

$48-75k$22,620

$75-110k$26,179

$110k+$33,971

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•Season selection and curriculum integrate faith principles

•Weekly Community Time with guest speakers from the entertainment industry

Training

•4 theatre productions per year (2 plays and 2 musicals each semester)

•Students gain hands-on experience in performance, design, and technical theatre

•Small class sizes with focused attention from professors

Professional Development

•Master classes, internships, and networking events with industry professionals

•Alumni have performed with Shakespeare by the Sea, Disney, and Off-Broadway

•Graduate study pathways at Theatre Academy London, Trinity College Ireland, and University of Westminster

Study Abroad

•Musical Theatre Tour group performs at schools, churches, and community organizations

•Educational touring workshops led by students with faculty mentors

•Opportunities to study abroad and attend international festivals

Updated May 22, 4:00 PM

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