Audition Process
•Bullet: Auditions may last up to 10 minutes
•Bullet: Faculty evaluates ability to follow direction, attitude, preparation, and rehearsal
•Bullet: Unified Auditions (New York and Chicago): sign up on the Five Towns College Unified Auditions page to request a 20-minute audition slot
•Bullet: Unified Auditions: one song, memorized and prepared
•Bullet: Unified Auditions: a contemporary monologue, no longer than two minutes, chosen from a published play by an established playwright
•Bullet: Unified Auditions: there won’t be an accompanist, so bring devices to play the music
•Bullet: Unified Auditions: bring a performance / training resume and a head shot (should not exceed 8×10 in size)
•Bullet: Unified Auditions: you will receive acting and singing coaching at the audition
Audition Expectations
•Bullet: Three-part audition: song, dance, and monologue
•Bullet: In-person auditions are preferred
•Bullet: Virtual or pre-recorded auditions require permission of the Department Chair
•Bullet: Applicants who have not auditioned in person should submit a recorded audition and/or expect an online interview
•Bullet: Accompanist provided when available
•Bullet: Bring a portable music device as backup
•Bullet: Establish your tempo and review musical interpretations with the accompanist before performing
•Bullet: The accompanist will not transpose music at the audition