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Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

Triple-threat training in acting, singing, and dancing

Part of the NASM-accredited School of Music

Advanced private studio instruction combined with music history and theory

Performance & Productions

Mainstage productions at the Backdoor Playhouse

Bryan Fine Arts Center with 500-seat Wattenbarger Auditorium

Opera/music theatre workshop performance opportunities

Solo, chamber, and large ensemble performance opportunities

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.70

Admit rate

76%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

8.7K

Earnings

$49K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,685

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,551

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$33,656

Before aid

Average net price

$14,246

After aid

Cost · tntech.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 31, 12:41 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Triple-threat training in acting, singing, and dancing

Part of the NASM-accredited School of Music

Advanced private studio instruction combined with music history and theory

Performance & Productions

Mainstage productions at the Backdoor Playhouse

Bryan Fine Arts Center with 500-seat Wattenbarger Auditorium

Opera/music theatre workshop performance opportunities

Solo, chamber, and large ensemble performance opportunities

Program Highlights

Training

Triple-threat training in acting, singing, and dancing

Part of the NASM-accredited School of Music

Advanced private studio instruction combined with music history and theory

Performance & Productions

Mainstage productions at the Backdoor Playhouse

Bryan Fine Arts Center with 500-seat Wattenbarger Auditorium

Opera/music theatre workshop performance opportunities

Solo, chamber, and large ensemble performance opportunities

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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School Website

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Scholarship application opensAug 1, 2026

Fall 2027 admission application opensAug 3, 2026

Deadline

Scholarship deadline — new freshmen/current studentsDec 15, 2026

Scholarship deadline — new transfer studentsJun 15, 2027

How To Apply · tntech.edu

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Deadline

Prescreen video deadlineFeb 5 & 12, 2027

Auditions

Music Scholarship AuditionFeb 19 & 26, 2027

Musical Theatre Audition 2022.Pdf · tntech.edu Audition · tntech.edu

Prescreen Requirements

Songs

Prescreen Video (90 Seconds Total)

One musical theatre song (combined with monologue in a single video)

No minimum time for the song portion

Total video must not exceed 90 seconds

Monologues

Prescreen Video (90 Seconds Total)

One monologue (combined with song in a single video)

No minimum time for the monologue portion

Total video must not exceed 90 seconds

Audition · tntech.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Musical Theatre Songs of Contrasting Style

Performed from memory

Must provide sheet music for accompanist (no chord charts)

All repertoire performed with live piano accompaniment (no tracks)

Dance

Group Dance Audition

Candidates complete a group dance call

Time provided to change into relaxed clothing for dance portion

Additional Materials

Sheet Music (Required)

Bring sheet music for the accompanist (no chord charts)

All audition repertoire performed with live piano accompaniment

Audition · tntech.edu

Good to Know

Admission Pathway

Admission to the Performance option requires studio faculty approval

Important Notes

Combined admission and scholarship audition

All auditions must be completed by the last scheduled audition date to be eligible for music scholarships

What's The Process

Audition Process

Submit a 90-second combined monologue and musical theatre song video

Video link sent to wmullen@tntech.edu

Due two weeks before chosen audition date

Audition Expectations

Held on Tennessee Tech campus

Three parts: singing, dance call, and sight-reading

Accompanist provided (bring sheet music, no chord charts)

No formal dress code, but present your best professional look

Time provided to change into relaxed clothing for dance

Contact

Dr. Wendy Mullen: wmullen@tntech.edu / 931-372-3167

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Awarded based on audition performance

Available for both music majors and non-music majors

Must apply and be accepted to Tennessee Tech to be eligible

University scholarship deadline is December 15, but music-specific scholarships may still be available after that date

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.70

Admit rate

76%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

8.7K

Earnings

$49K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,685

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,551

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$33,656

Before aid

Average net price

$14,246

After aid

Cost · tntech.edu College Scorecard

Training

Triple-threat training in acting, singing, and dancing

Part of the NASM-accredited School of Music

Advanced private studio instruction combined with music history and theory

Performance & Productions

Mainstage productions at the Backdoor Playhouse

Bryan Fine Arts Center with 500-seat Wattenbarger Auditorium

Opera/music theatre workshop performance opportunities

Solo, chamber, and large ensemble performance opportunities

Updated Jul 31, 12:41 PM