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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Program Recognition

Part of Codarts University of the Arts, one of Europe's leading conservatories

Officially registered as Bachelor of Music with Music Theatre study direction

Four-year full-time programme focused on versatile vocal performers

Training

Integration curriculum combining theatre, dance, and music; unique among Dutch programmes

Cross-disciplinary training covering acting, singing, and dance in multiple styles

Strong emphasis on developing each student's unique artistic identity and personal expressiveness

Collaboration opportunities with other Codarts departments including music, dance, and circus

School Info

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

€2,694

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

€11,000

Before aid

Tuition Fee · codarts.nl College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 19, 1:02 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Part of Codarts University of the Arts, one of Europe's leading conservatories

Officially registered as Bachelor of Music with Music Theatre study direction

Four-year full-time programme focused on versatile vocal performers

Training

Integration curriculum combining theatre, dance, and music; unique among Dutch programmes

Cross-disciplinary training covering acting, singing, and dance in multiple styles

Strong emphasis on developing each student's unique artistic identity and personal expressiveness

Collaboration opportunities with other Codarts departments including music, dance, and circus

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Part of Codarts University of the Arts, one of Europe's leading conservatories

Officially registered as Bachelor of Music with Music Theatre study direction

Four-year full-time programme focused on versatile vocal performers

Training

Integration curriculum combining theatre, dance, and music; unique among Dutch programmes

Cross-disciplinary training covering acting, singing, and dance in multiple styles

Strong emphasis on developing each student's unique artistic identity and personal expressiveness

Collaboration opportunities with other Codarts departments including music, dance, and circus

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Program AppApplication

Opens

Oct 1, 2026

Deadline

Application and assignment submission deadlineJan 6, 2027

Auditions

Round 1 (Day 1) - RotterdamJan 29, 2027

Round 1 (Day 2) - RotterdamFeb 1, 2027

Round 2 (Day 1) - RotterdamMar 12, 2027

Round 2 (Day 2) - RotterdamMar 15, 2027

Finals - RotterdamMar 25, 2027

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Prescreen Requirements

Songs

Pre-Screen Songs

Prepare two songs: one at a slow tempo and one at a fast tempo

One of the two songs must be in your mother tongue

Keep each song to a maximum of 2 minutes

Keep your full body visible in frame from head to toe

You may transpose songs to a different key to suit your voice

Monologues

Acting Assignment

Play a famous poet giving an online reading of their newest poem in a video of up to 2 minutes

Choose a clear character type such as hip and young, old and wise, or frustrated and angry

You may use an accent and/or costume

Perform the provided nonsense poem with expressive use of rhythm, tone color, volume, staccato, and legato

Include a character introduction and the poem recital in the video

Dance

Requirements

Dance/movement solo (approx. 2 min video)

Choose a theme for your solo and give it a clear title

Let the theme inspire your movements

Can be filmed in a studio or any inspiring location

Music is optional

Must include visible movement and dancing

Suggested Elements

A clear entrance

A turn and a jump

A floor movement

An arm gesture and a leg gesture

A closing

Additional Materials

Creative Portrait Video

Create an approximately 2-minute video showing who you are as a performer in your own way

Highlight your creative strengths and unique style

You may use existing texts, songs, self-written material, or a combination of disciplines

Show what excites you as a maker and performer

Submit a musical/theatrical CV in PDF format

Include your date of birth, secondary education, and stage experience

Headshot

Submit a recent clear passport photo or headshot in JPEG or PDF format

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Audition Requirements

Songs

Round 1 Songs

Prepare four songs: two at a slow tempo and two at a fast tempo

Use free-choice repertoire and genre, but each song must involve a different character

Include one slow-tempo song and one fast-tempo song in your mother tongue

Perform all songs from a character perspective

Bring taped/prepared sheet music or chord charts for the pianist

Bring a separate list of the chosen songs with the artist or composer

Requirements

Optional Self-written Song

You may perform a self-written song with self-accompaniment

A piano is available; bring any other instruments you need

Monologues

Requirements

Monologue

Prepare a monologue of your own choice

The text should be approximately half an A4 page

Perform it the way you want to play it

Dialogue

Memorize a provided dialogue and learn both roles

The dialogue text is available for download from the Codarts website

Dance

Round 2 Dance Class

No advance preparation is required

Learn a short dance phrase taught during the audition

Assessment focuses on physical ability, musicality, spatial awareness, coordination, creativity, and development potential

Wear dance clothes and socks; do not wear dance shoes

Finals Dance Class

Participate in a one-hour group dance class covering various aspects of dance

Bring dance clothing

Additional Materials

Round 2 Music Theory

Reading and writing in G-clef

Identify and calculate intervals on a given note

Know all major and minor scales, including notes and key signatures

Recognize and construct major, minor, diminished, and augmented triads

Round 2 Solfege

Recognize and sing intervals including perfect 4ths, perfect 5ths, and major/minor 3rds

Recognize and sing major and minor triads

Sing a major scale ascending and descending with correct intonation

Sight-sing a simple melody and sight-read or clap rhythms

Finals Group Creative Assignment

Groups of about 15 applicants receive inspiration material

You have 45 minutes to create a 5-minute presentation together

Finals Motivation Interview

No preparation is required

The interview focuses on your motivation and goals

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Upload pre-selection video links in Osiris; YouTube links may be set to unlisted

Application and assignment submission deadline: January 6, 2027

Enrollment

Fall enrollment only

Diploma requirement: VWO, HAVO, or MBO level 4, or international equivalent

Capacity test may be available in special cases if diploma requirements are not met

Voice test required after acceptance to check vocal health

Important Notes

Programme is taught entirely in Dutch

Applicants whose prior education was not completed in the Netherlands, Flanders, or Dutch language must present an NT2-II certificate at enrolment

What's The Process

Prescreen

Video pre-selection based on 6 submitted assignments

Submit video links via Osiris Application after Studielink registration

Upload videos to YouTube; unlisted privacy is recommended

High volume of applicants; no feedback provided on submissions

Pre-selection results by January 20, 2027

Live Audition

Round 1: January 29 and February 1, 2027; acting monologue, singing 4 prepared songs, and optional self-written song with pianist provided

Round 2: March 12 and 15, 2027; acting dialogue, singing workshop, dance class, music theory test, and solfege exam

Finals: March 25, 2027; group creative assignment, acting/singing/integration work, 1-hour dance class, and motivation interview

Decisions

Round 1 results by February 5, 2027

Round 2 results by March 17, 2027

Final results by April 1, 2027

Contact

All communication via email provided during registration

Asc@codarts.nl for questions

School Info

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

€2,694

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

€11,000

Before aid

Tuition Fee · codarts.nl College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Part of Codarts University of the Arts, one of Europe's leading conservatories

Officially registered as Bachelor of Music with Music Theatre study direction

Four-year full-time programme focused on versatile vocal performers

Training

Integration curriculum combining theatre, dance, and music; unique among Dutch programmes

Cross-disciplinary training covering acting, singing, and dance in multiple styles

Strong emphasis on developing each student's unique artistic identity and personal expressiveness

Collaboration opportunities with other Codarts departments including music, dance, and circus

Updated Aug 19, 1:02 AM