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Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, PA

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BA Music: Elective Studies

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Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

•Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

•Trust Performing Arts Center in downtown Lancaster

•Partnerships with Sight & Sound Theatres and Servant Stage Company

•Training from experienced faculty and guest artists, including Broadway performers

•Two internships and one practicum required

•138-credit BFA with courses in acting, voice, dance (ballet, jazz, tap), and music theory

•Junior recital and senior Musical Theatre Showcase

School Info

Snapshot

3.10

Avg GPA (W)

56%

Admit Rate

school-wide

67%

Grad Rate

1.6K

Enrollment

$44K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$31,890

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$49,693

Before aid

Average Net Price

$25,480

After aid

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

•Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

•Trust Performing Arts Center in downtown Lancaster

•Partnerships with Sight & Sound Theatres and Servant Stage Company

•Training from experienced faculty and guest artists, including Broadway performers

•Two internships and one practicum required

•138-credit BFA with courses in acting, voice, dance (ballet, jazz, tap), and music theory

•Junior recital and senior Musical Theatre Showcase

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

•Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

•Trust Performing Arts Center in downtown Lancaster

•Partnerships with Sight & Sound Theatres and Servant Stage Company

•Training from experienced faculty and guest artists, including Broadway performers

•Two internships and one practicum required

•138-credit BFA with courses in acting, voice, dance (ballet, jazz, tap), and music theory

•Junior recital and senior Musical Theatre Showcase

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Early ActionDec 15, 2026

Regular DecisionMar 30, 2027

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Auditions

Audition Day

Sep 25, 2026Oct 16, 2026Dec 4, 2026Feb 13, 2027

Music Student for the DayNov 6, 2026

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Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Songs

Two Contrasting Musical Theatre Songs

•Prepare two contrasting musical theatre songs (32-bar cut of each)

•Both selections must be memorized

•Accompanist provided for all vocal auditions

•Music must be submitted two weeks prior to audition

•Auditions to a track or a cappella are not accepted

Monologues

Two Contrasting One-Minute Monologues

•One comedic monologue

•One dramatic monologue

•Both must be memorized

Dance

Group Dance Audition

•Dance portion held in a group setting after all vocal and monologue auditions

•Be prepared to demonstrate basic theatre dance ability or potential

•Directions on steps and combinations given in the audition

Attire

•Bring all your dance shoes

•Time provided to change prior to the dance portion

•Wear comfortable clothing that is not too baggy

•If wearing dance tights, bring shorts to wear over top

Additional Materials

Headshot (Required)

•Standard headshot as if auditioning for a show

Resume (Required)

•Attach resume to the back of your headshot

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Apply to LBC via the online application

•Register for an audition day via Formstack

•Registration closes two weeks prior to each scheduled audition day

Eligibility

•Department admission is separate from college admission

•Formal acceptance into the program voted by MWPA faculty after 42 credits (sophomore year)

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Students must first apply to and be accepted by Lancaster Bible College

•Then audition for acceptance into the BFA Musical Theatre program

•Audition also determines department scholarship awards

•Music Theory Assessment required at audition (for course placement)

Audition Expectations

•In-person auditions at Good Shepherd Chapel, 8am to 2pm

•Virtual audition available upon request

•If unable to attend a scheduled day, contact the department to arrange an individual audition

•Tonal quality, pitch perception, and acting ability

•Sight singing and rhythm

Contact

•auditions@lbc.edu or 717.560.8218

Scholarship Info

Department Scholarships

•Audition determines department scholarship awards

•Scholarship Audition Days are the best opportunity to be awarded scholarships

•To maintain scholarship: professional GPA 2.7+, applied GPA 3.0+, cumulative GPA 2.5+, satisfactory jury evaluation

School Info

Snapshot

3.10

Avg GPA (W)

56%

Admit Rate

school-wide

67%

Grad Rate

1.6K

Enrollment

$44K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$31,890

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$49,693

Before aid

Average Net Price

$25,480

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

•Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

•Trust Performing Arts Center in downtown Lancaster

•Partnerships with Sight & Sound Theatres and Servant Stage Company

•Training from experienced faculty and guest artists, including Broadway performers

•Two internships and one practicum required

•138-credit BFA with courses in acting, voice, dance (ballet, jazz, tap), and music theory

•Junior recital and senior Musical Theatre Showcase

Updated 3d ago

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