Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualSelective12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy AbroadMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
Interview Required
Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
Study Abroad
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Pre-professional degree integrating voice, acting, and dance
•Classes taught by industry professionals, faculty, and visiting guest artists
•Specialty courses include Theatre Business, Shakespeare, and Acting for Camera
PERFORMANCE & INDUSTRY
•Students perform all 4 years; audition for regional theaters, StrawHat, and NETC
•Real-world experience with The REV Theatre Company nearby
•Senior Showcase in NYC for agents and casting directors
•Broadway guests include Telly Leung, Michael Park, Hunter Foster, and Adam Pascal
STUDY ABROAD
•12-day spring London intensive or full-tuition-exchange semester
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Ty-Gabriel Jones — Aladdin understudy in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway
•Anna Kostakis — title role in Romeo & Bernadette off-Broadway
•Connor Barton — Anastasia, Tootsie (North Shore Music Theater)
•Christopher Salvaggio — Skimbleshanks in Cats 40th Anniversary national tour
•Grant Richards — Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella national tour
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionDec 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionDec 1, 2025
PrescreenJan 15, 2026
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Auditions
NYC UnifiedsJan 24–25, 2026
Chicago UnifiedsFeb 2–4, 2026
Fee
$25Waiver
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
•MTCP Song Option C:
-Applicant chooses Option A or B:
-Option A: One pre-1970 + one post-1970 song (contrasting styles)
-Option B: One MT song + one contrasting song (any style)
-60-90 seconds each
Monologues
•MTCP Monologue Option A:
-One monologue from a published play or professional writer
-60-90 seconds
Dance
•MTCP Dance Option A:
-Dance/movement video required
-Must include at least one turn, one jump, and one kick
-Or suitable rotation, elevation, and extension
-60-90 seconds
Ballet
•MTCP Ballet Option A:
-Ballet video required
-Include: plié, tendu, grand battement series, pirouettes en dehors (both sides), grand jeté
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
•The wildcard is optional. Think about the wild card section as an opportunity to show your personality or share something about you. This media can be ANYTHING you want - a special skill, an interesting story about yourself, a passion speech, an instrument you play, etc. "What do you want us to know about you?"
Additional Materials
•SLATE VIDEO
-Name and pronouns, if you would like
•HEADSHOT
•resume
Callback Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SONGS, 60-90 sec each
•At least one should be musical theatre
•Other can be pop/contemporary
•Both memorized
•Preferably different from prescreen material
Monologues
ONE CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE, under 2 min
•Select characters within 5 years of your current age
•Preferably different from prescreen material
Dance
DANCE CALL
•Group warm-up and dance combination taught by faculty
•Dance portion begins the audition day
ATTIRE
•Appropriate dance attire required
Additional Materials
•HEADSHOT (printed)
•resume (printed)
Good to Know
ACCEPTD PORTAL
•$25 fee — waivers available through Acceptd (up to 5) or by contacting Catherine Gregory
MTCP PARTICIPANT
•Nazareth follows Musical Theatre Common Prescreen guidelines
•Visit the MTCP website for tips and resources
RE-AUDITIONS
•If not admitted to Musical Theatre, you may not audition again for the same program
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Complete prescreen on Acceptd before signing up for an audition
•Prescreen deadline: January 15
•Those who pass will be invited to schedule a live audition
LIVE AUDITION
•Begins with group dance call
•Followed by individual song/monologue sessions
•Includes brief interview with faculty and Q&A
•Students are accepted directly to programs — you will not hear from Nazareth until after audition is completed
Scholarship Info
•Performing arts scholarships up to $5,000 based on audition quality
•If selected, scholarship appears on financial aid award letter
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:30 AM
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Pre-professional degree integrating voice, acting, and dance
•Classes taught by industry professionals, faculty, and visiting guest artists
•Specialty courses include Theatre Business, Shakespeare, and Acting for Camera
PERFORMANCE & INDUSTRY
•Students perform all 4 years; audition for regional theaters, StrawHat, and NETC
•Real-world experience with The REV Theatre Company nearby
•Senior Showcase in NYC for agents and casting directors
•Broadway guests include Telly Leung, Michael Park, Hunter Foster, and Adam Pascal
STUDY ABROAD
•12-day spring London intensive or full-tuition-exchange semester
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Ty-Gabriel Jones — Aladdin understudy in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway
•Anna Kostakis — title role in Romeo & Bernadette off-Broadway
•Connor Barton — Anastasia, Tootsie (North Shore Music Theater)
•Christopher Salvaggio — Skimbleshanks in Cats 40th Anniversary national tour
•Grant Richards — Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella national tour
Updated Mar 27, 2:30 AM
Academic School Information
3.60
Avg GPA (W)
75%
Admit Rate
73%
Grad Rate
1,873
Enrollment
$56,458
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$42,450
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$29,357
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$22,796
Family Income $30k - $48k$22,827
Family Income $48k - $75k$25,663
Family Income $75k - $110k$31,634
Family Income $110k+$34,267
