Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Professional actor training program preparing students for the professional theatre world
•Faculty dedicated to the growth of every student as an individual
•Training focused on the whole artist, not just the actor
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•First-year students are required to audition for mainstage shows
•Opera Theatre and Musical Theatre each produce two major works per academic year
•Extensive mock auditions held throughout the year to refine auditioning skills
CURRICULUM
•8 semesters of dance training
•Private weekly voice lesson with a Music Department faculty member
•Coursework includes Acting, Stage Movement, Voice for the Actor, Audition Techniques, Diction, Ear Training, Theory, and Musical Theatre History
PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING
•All BFA performance majors audition at the Georgia Theatre Conference (GTC) and the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC), the largest multi-theatre audition in the nation
•Numerous guest directors and guest artists for master classes throughout the year
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Indra Thomas (class of 1993) — acclaimed soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera and New York Philharmonic
•Jamie Barton — mezzo-soprano and BBC Cardiff Singer of the World (2013); winner of the Richard Tucker Award and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Audition Requirements
Songs
SONG SELECTION
•Prepare a musical theatre song that best showcases your vocal ability
•Must use musical accompaniment — no a cappella
Monologues
ONE MONOLOGUE
•Prepare a monologue from a published play
•Should demonstrate range and emotional depth
Dance
DANCE AUDITION
•A group dance audition is part of the audition process
•Wear appropriate dance attire and footwear
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT
•Current headshot required
RESUME
•Theatre resume listing training and performance experience
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Submit university application at apply.shorter.edu
•Submit audition application via Microsoft Forms (linked on department page)
•Rolling admissions — no application fee
REGIONAL AUDITIONS
•BFA students are required to audition at the Georgia Theatre Conference (GTC) in the fall
•GTC screens students for the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) in the spring
•SETC is the largest multi-theatre audition in the nation
ENROLLMENT
•Private Baptist university — faith-based mission
•Fall and spring enrollment available
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person audition on campus
•Audition includes singing, acting, and dance components
AUDITION SCHEDULE
•Three auditions typically held in the spring semester for fall enrollment
•One audition held in November for spring enrollment
CONTACT
•School of Fine & Performing Arts office: 706-233-7247
•Email: sgaukel@shorter.edu
Scholarship Info
THEATRE SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarship auditions available through the Department of Theatre
•Apply via the audition application on the department page
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:02 AM
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Professional actor training program preparing students for the professional theatre world
•Faculty dedicated to the growth of every student as an individual
•Training focused on the whole artist, not just the actor
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•First-year students are required to audition for mainstage shows
•Opera Theatre and Musical Theatre each produce two major works per academic year
•Extensive mock auditions held throughout the year to refine auditioning skills
CURRICULUM
•8 semesters of dance training
•Private weekly voice lesson with a Music Department faculty member
•Coursework includes Acting, Stage Movement, Voice for the Actor, Audition Techniques, Diction, Ear Training, Theory, and Musical Theatre History
PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING
•All BFA performance majors audition at the Georgia Theatre Conference (GTC) and the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC), the largest multi-theatre audition in the nation
•Numerous guest directors and guest artists for master classes throughout the year
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Indra Thomas (class of 1993) — acclaimed soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera and New York Philharmonic
•Jamie Barton — mezzo-soprano and BBC Cardiff Singer of the World (2013); winner of the Richard Tucker Award and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
Updated Mar 27, 2:02 AM
Academic School Information
3.25
Avg GPA (W)
96%
Admit Rate
37%
Grad Rate
1,028
Enrollment
$44,604
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$24,630
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,646
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$15,929
Family Income $30k - $48k$21,482
Family Income $48k - $75k$22,944
Family Income $75k - $110k$21,292
Family Income $110k+$18,898
