James Madison University

Please describe a creative experience you’ve had that was particularly meaningful, engaging, or transformative. You might, for example, discuss a production you worked on, a play you wrote, a performance you saw, or a creative experience not specifically connected to theatre. Help us to understand through your writing who you are, your life experience, and how it may relate to your interest in Theatre and/or Musical Theatre.

Typed into the "School of Theatre and Dance Written Essay" box in the SlideRoom application. Applicants who wish to be considered for both programs only need to complete one statement. Submit in SlideRoom.

Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. [This question mirrors an optional essay on the Common Application. Since our faculty don't have access to that information, feel free to copy that here]

No word count stated; the SlideRoom answer box holds up to 6,000 characters. Optional for every School of Theatre and Dance applicant. Typed into the "Optional School of Theatre and Dance Written Essay" box in the SlideRoom application. Submit in SlideRoom.