Oakland University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•Conservatory-style training within a liberal arts university
•Industry-active, world-renowned faculty
MEADOW BROOK THEATRE
•Michigan's largest Actors' Equity contracted theatre on campus
•Work alongside professional actors and directors
•Unparalleled pre-professional field experience
TRAINING
•Acting classes, individual vocal instruction, and dance training
•Ballet, jazz, and modern dance coursework
•Musical theatre and opera performance opportunities
•Nightclub Cabaret Acts course (THA 4051)
SENIOR SHOWCASE
•Senior Experience and Showcase in New York City
•Connects graduating students with industry professionals, casting directors, and agents
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
•Classical Theatre study abroad in Greece
•Workshops and masterclasses with Broadway and regional theatre leaders
•Performance collaborations with OU's Film Studies and Production program
•Kaleidoscope Cabaret — annual student-produced cabaret
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Auditions
On-Campus Audition DayJan 31, 2026
On-Campus Audition DayFeb 21, 2026
On-Campus Audition DayMar 21, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
•MTCP Song Option A:
-One song written BEFORE 1970
-One song written AFTER 1970
-Contrasting styles
-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
WILDCARD (video auditions only)
•Required as part of MTCP Option A video submission
•Not required for in-person auditions
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Headshot or recent photograph
RESUME (required)
•Single-page resume listing productions, roles, and training
SLATE VIDEO (video auditions only)
•Combine slate into the first video submitted per MTCP guidelines
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply and be accepted to Oakland University first
•Complete university application at least two weeks before audition date
•Register for an audition via the SMTD registration form
•No application fee — Oakland University is a fee-free institution
MTCP
•Program aligns with Musical Theatre Common Prescreen Option A
•Video auditions follow full MTCP Option A requirements
•In-person auditions are final auditions — no prescreen round
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment
•Transfer students follow the same two-step process and provide unofficial transcripts
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Three parts: singing, acting, and dancing
•Two 32-bar song selections with provided accompanist
•One contemporary monologue (1 min max)
•Group dance call
•Interview with faculty
DANCE CALL PREPARATION
•Choreography video sent one week before audition
•Learn choreography and present it at audition
•Years of technical training beneficial but enthusiasm valued
VIDEO AUDITIONS
•Follow MTCP Option A for all selections
•All sections required: Slate, Song 1 and 2, Monologue, Ballet, Dance, Wildcard
•Upload to a file sharing platform (YouTube, Google Drive, iCloud, etc.)
•Set sharing permissions so anyone with the link can view
•Virtual interview scheduled after faculty review
CONTACT
•Alex Sellers at smtdadmissions@oakland.edu or (248) 370-2030
Program info updated Today
Academic School Information
3.48
Avg GPA (W)
70%
Admit Rate
57%
Grad Rate
12,450
Enrollment
$58,612
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$14,694
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,188
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$13,584
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$9,004
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,807
Family Income $48k - $75k$12,229
Family Income $75k - $110k$18,508
Family Income $110k+$22,034
