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BFA Acting

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BFA Acting

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BFA Musical Theatre

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BFA Theatre Design and Production

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BA/BS Theatre Arts

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Program Recognition

•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

•Faculty recognized with University Outstanding Educator awards

Training

•Classical text as cornerstone of actor training

•Focus on scoring, speaking, analyzing, and performing heightened language

•Produces actors skilled in both contemporary and classic plays

•14-16 productions per year across Main Stage, Second Studio, and Black Box Grant shows

•Main Stage season of 6-7 shows including dramas, comedies, musicals, and dance concerts

•Second Studio: 4 student-directed, acted, and designed productions

•BFA Showcase trip to New York

Performance & Productions

•SUU/USF Fellowship: 10 paid positions per year (5 actors, 5 technicians)

•Fellowship includes scholarship for summer classes

•Shared facilities and professional mentorship

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

82%

Admit Rate

school-wide

61%

Grad Rate

9.3K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$7,267

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,195

Before aid

Average Net Price

$10,462

After aid

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Program info updated May 27, 1:16 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

•Faculty recognized with University Outstanding Educator awards

Training

•Classical text as cornerstone of actor training

•Focus on scoring, speaking, analyzing, and performing heightened language

•Produces actors skilled in both contemporary and classic plays

•14-16 productions per year across Main Stage, Second Studio, and Black Box Grant shows

•Main Stage season of 6-7 shows including dramas, comedies, musicals, and dance concerts

•Second Studio: 4 student-directed, acted, and designed productions

•BFA Showcase trip to New York

Performance & Productions

•SUU/USF Fellowship: 10 paid positions per year (5 actors, 5 technicians)

•Fellowship includes scholarship for summer classes

•Shared facilities and professional mentorship

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

•Faculty recognized with University Outstanding Educator awards

Training

•Classical text as cornerstone of actor training

•Focus on scoring, speaking, analyzing, and performing heightened language

•Produces actors skilled in both contemporary and classic plays

•14-16 productions per year across Main Stage, Second Studio, and Black Box Grant shows

•Main Stage season of 6-7 shows including dramas, comedies, musicals, and dance concerts

•Second Studio: 4 student-directed, acted, and designed productions

•BFA Showcase trip to New York

Performance & Productions

•SUU/USF Fellowship: 10 paid positions per year (5 actors, 5 technicians)

•Fellowship includes scholarship for summer classes

•Shared facilities and professional mentorship

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Acceptd

Deadline

Video Submission DeadlineFeb 28, 2026

Auditions

Zoom AuditionFeb 7, 2026

In-Person Audition (SUU Campus)Feb 14, 2026

Zoom AuditionFeb 28, 2026

Prescreen Requirements

Monologues

TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 1 MIN EACH MAX

•ONE SHAKESPEARE VERSE monologue

•ONE CONTEMPORARY monologue

Material Guidelines

•Do not use props, sets, dialect, or costumes

•Make sure pieces are age-appropriate

Additional Materials

Statement of purpose (required)

•One page, two to three paragraphs

•Describe yourself, hobbies, interests, strengths and weaknesses

•Include career aspirations and why you want to pursue a BFA in theatre

•Explain why SUU, if applicable

•Be honest — do not write what you think they want to hear

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Callback Requirements

Monologues

TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 1 MIN EACH MAX

•ONE SHAKESPEARE VERSE monologue

•ONE CONTEMPORARY monologue

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Application Logistics

•Submit audition materials via Acceptd

•Audition fee applies through Acceptd

Eligibility

•Must first apply and be accepted to Southern Utah University

•BFA auditions for current SUU students take place during March season audition period

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Submit audition materials via Acceptd

•Video submission deadline: February 28, 2026

•State your name and pieces at the beginning of your first monologue

•Zoom: February 7 and February 28, 2026

•In-Person: February 14, 2026 (check-in at 8:45 a.m.)

•Department contacts you after Acceptd application to schedule a time

•Students interested in both Acting and Musical Theatre should apply under Musical Theatre and select the option to also audition for Acting

Audition Expectations

•Individual audition followed by a short interview

•After all private auditions: 1-hour masterclass and movement group class

•Bring clothes to move in

Scholarship Info

•All BFA applicants automatically considered for departmental scholarships

•No separate scholarship audition required

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

82%

Admit Rate

school-wide

61%

Grad Rate

9.3K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$7,267

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,195

Before aid

Average Net Price

$10,462

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

•Faculty recognized with University Outstanding Educator awards

Training

•Classical text as cornerstone of actor training

•Focus on scoring, speaking, analyzing, and performing heightened language

•Produces actors skilled in both contemporary and classic plays

•14-16 productions per year across Main Stage, Second Studio, and Black Box Grant shows

•Main Stage season of 6-7 shows including dramas, comedies, musicals, and dance concerts

•Second Studio: 4 student-directed, acted, and designed productions

•BFA Showcase trip to New York

Performance & Productions

•SUU/USF Fellowship: 10 paid positions per year (5 actors, 5 technicians)

•Fellowship includes scholarship for summer classes

•Shared facilities and professional mentorship

Updated May 27, 1:16 AM