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Ouachita Baptist University

Arkadelphia, AR

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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BFA Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

One of only two BFA Musical Theatre programs in Arkansas

Housed in the Department of Theatre Arts within the School of Performing Arts

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited

Training

Cast in productions starting freshman year — no waiting for upper-level roles

Musicals staged in Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC)

Smaller productions in Verser Theatre

Training in acting, dance (ballet, jazz, modern, tap), and music

Notable Alumni

Jacob Keith Watson — Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera, Amélie, Hello, Dolly!, Carousel

Professional Development

NYC Audition Intensive study trip

Internships in Chicago and Disney College Program

Touring opportunities in Italy

Study abroad programs curated for performing arts

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (Region VI)

NATS (National Association of Teachers in Singing) Competitions

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.80

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

1.6K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$37,360

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$54,942

Before aid

Average net price

$22,409

After aid

Index · obu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 3d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

One of only two BFA Musical Theatre programs in Arkansas

Housed in the Department of Theatre Arts within the School of Performing Arts

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited

Training

Cast in productions starting freshman year — no waiting for upper-level roles

Musicals staged in Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC)

Smaller productions in Verser Theatre

Training in acting, dance (ballet, jazz, modern, tap), and music

Notable Alumni

Jacob Keith Watson — Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera, Amélie, Hello, Dolly!, Carousel

Professional Development

NYC Audition Intensive study trip

Internships in Chicago and Disney College Program

Touring opportunities in Italy

Study abroad programs curated for performing arts

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (Region VI)

NATS (National Association of Teachers in Singing) Competitions

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

One of only two BFA Musical Theatre programs in Arkansas

Housed in the Department of Theatre Arts within the School of Performing Arts

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited

Training

Cast in productions starting freshman year — no waiting for upper-level roles

Musicals staged in Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC)

Smaller productions in Verser Theatre

Training in acting, dance (ballet, jazz, modern, tap), and music

Notable Alumni

Jacob Keith Watson — Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera, Amélie, Hello, Dolly!, Carousel

Professional Development

NYC Audition Intensive study trip

Internships in Chicago and Disney College Program

Touring opportunities in Italy

Study abroad programs curated for performing arts

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (Region VI)

NATS (National Association of Teachers in Singing) Competitions

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Undergraduate Application · admissions.obu.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Song Videos, 60-90 Sec Each

One song written before 1970 (can be uptempo or ballad)

One song written after 1970, contrasting the style of the first

Accompaniment

Must sing to musical accompaniment — no a cappella

Live or pre-recorded accompaniment accepted

Framing

Songs should be filmed in a 3/4 shot (top of head to knees visible)

Slate

Each video must include intro slate: your name, song title, and show

90-second time limit includes the slate — strictly enforced

Monologues

One Monologue Video, 60-90 Sec

One contemporary monologue written after 1950

Source Material

Must be from a published play

Cannot be from musicals, television shows, or movies

Framing

Filmed in close-up shot (top of head to chest visible)

Slate

Include intro slate: your name, title of play, playwright

90-second time limit includes the slate — strictly enforced

Dance

One Dance Video, 30-60 Sec

Any discipline you are most comfortable with: jazz, ballet, modern, African, hip hop, lyrical, or contemporary

No barre (ballet solo is acceptable)

No tap (showcase tap as part of wildcard instead)

Performance

Choreography should be story-driven and connected to the music

Can be self-choreographed but must be a solo video of you

May include a show, competition, or other performance if you are clearly featured alone

Must be performed to music — no a cappella dance

Framing

Full body shot — keep entire body in frame at all times

No slate required

Tip: Keep a full-length mirror behind the filming device to check framing

Wildcard

Optional — up to 60 seconds of anything you want

Can be a special skill, interesting story, passion speech, instrument you play, etc.

Prompt: "What do you want us to know about you?" and "What makes you unique?"

No slate required

Additional Materials

Sheet Music

Sheet music: a copy of your audition repertoire for the pianist (in-person auditions only; a pianist is provided on campus)

Audition · obu.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

No separate prescreen is required as part of the application process

Digital audition videos follow the School of Performing Arts' posted musical theatre criteria

Current official pages do not specify a program-specific application or audition deadline

Free university application

Complete audition early for highest scholarship consideration

Submit audition videos via student application portal at admissions.obu.edu

Portal access included with university application

Enrollment

Fall enrollment

Audition required for admittance — not just scholarships

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

On-campus audition or online video submission

Videos submitted via student application portal

Students who submit video auditions may be asked to audition in person

Pianist provided for on-campus auditions — bring copy of sheet music

Practice rooms available for rehearsal prior to audition

Check in at School of Performing Arts office (Mabee 107)

Accompaniment tracks by staff pianists available upon request

Contact: Dr. Ian Aipperspach, Music Auditions Coordinator

870-245-5134 | aipperspachi@obu.edu

Scholarship Info

Scholarship Audition

Audition is for both admittance and scholarship consideration

Potential admittance and scholarships based on faculty recommendation

Complete audition early in the academic year for highest scholarship awards

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.80

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

1.6K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$37,360

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$54,942

Before aid

Average net price

$22,409

After aid

Index · obu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

One of only two BFA Musical Theatre programs in Arkansas

Housed in the Department of Theatre Arts within the School of Performing Arts

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited

Training

Cast in productions starting freshman year — no waiting for upper-level roles

Musicals staged in Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC)

Smaller productions in Verser Theatre

Training in acting, dance (ballet, jazz, modern, tap), and music

Notable Alumni

Jacob Keith Watson — Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera, Amélie, Hello, Dolly!, Carousel

Professional Development

NYC Audition Intensive study trip

Internships in Chicago and Disney College Program

Touring opportunities in Italy

Study abroad programs curated for performing arts

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (Region VI)

NATS (National Association of Teachers in Singing) Competitions

Updated 3d ago

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