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Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited (one of only four in Missouri)

•NASM-accredited Music program (since 1947)

•Three invited KCACTF Region V productions in the last five years

Training

•Approximately 20 performance opportunities per year including large-cast musicals

•442-seat Highlander Theatre and 100-seat Richard Herman Black Box Theatre

•Musical Theatre Laboratory with industry professionals

•Musical Theatre Dance courses covering varied styles of choreography

•Senior Showcase in Highlander Theatre and Kansas City for industry professionals and casting directors

•Low student-to-faculty ratio

Professional Development

•Annual NYC trip with Broadway shows, Broadway Dance Center master classes, and alumni networking night

•Paid work with Central Missouri Repertory touring productions

•Near Kansas City theatre scene

•Shenanigans improv troupe, Theta Alpha Phi honorary, UCM Dance Club

•Theatre Learning Community residence hall near Black Box Theatre

•Guest artists including Tituss Burgess and Paula Vogel

Academic info

Snapshot

3.52

Avg GPA (W)

64%

Admit Rate

school-wide

52%

Grad Rate

5.6K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$14,462

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$10,050

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,600

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$10,965

$30-48k$12,254

$48-75k$13,408

$75-110k$16,931

$110k+$18,485

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Program info updated May 22, 4:12 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited (one of only four in Missouri)

•NASM-accredited Music program (since 1947)

•Three invited KCACTF Region V productions in the last five years

Training

•Approximately 20 performance opportunities per year including large-cast musicals

•442-seat Highlander Theatre and 100-seat Richard Herman Black Box Theatre

•Musical Theatre Laboratory with industry professionals

•Musical Theatre Dance courses covering varied styles of choreography

•Senior Showcase in Highlander Theatre and Kansas City for industry professionals and casting directors

•Low student-to-faculty ratio

Professional Development

•Annual NYC trip with Broadway shows, Broadway Dance Center master classes, and alumni networking night

•Paid work with Central Missouri Repertory touring productions

•Near Kansas City theatre scene

•Shenanigans improv troupe, Theta Alpha Phi honorary, UCM Dance Club

•Theatre Learning Community residence hall near Black Box Theatre

•Guest artists including Tituss Burgess and Paula Vogel

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited (one of only four in Missouri)

•NASM-accredited Music program (since 1947)

•Three invited KCACTF Region V productions in the last five years

Training

•Approximately 20 performance opportunities per year including large-cast musicals

•442-seat Highlander Theatre and 100-seat Richard Herman Black Box Theatre

•Musical Theatre Laboratory with industry professionals

•Musical Theatre Dance courses covering varied styles of choreography

•Senior Showcase in Highlander Theatre and Kansas City for industry professionals and casting directors

•Low student-to-faculty ratio

Professional Development

•Annual NYC trip with Broadway shows, Broadway Dance Center master classes, and alumni networking night

•Paid work with Central Missouri Repertory touring productions

•Near Kansas City theatre scene

•Shenanigans improv troupe, Theta Alpha Phi honorary, UCM Dance Club

•Theatre Learning Community residence hall near Black Box Theatre

•Guest artists including Tituss Burgess and Paula Vogel

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$75

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Regular DecisionRolling

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Auditions

Theatre & Dance Visit Day (campus)Feb 15, 2027

Theatre & Dance Visit Day (campus)Feb 27, 2027

Audition Requirements

Songs

TWO CONTRASTING MUSICAL THEATRE SONGS, 32 BARS EACH

•One uptempo and one ballad

•All songs must be memorized

Preparation

•Bring sheet music printed and in a binder for accompanist

•Music must be marked appropriately

Monologues

TWO CONTRASTING ONE-MINUTE MONOLOGUES

•One dramatic and one comedic from published plays

•All monologues must be memorized

Dance

Dance Combination

•Taught at the audition and performed in small groups

•Bring jazz and/or tap shoes if available, or prepare to dance barefoot or in socks

Attire

•Athletic attire that allows free movement and shows the line of your body

•No jeans, jewelry, or hats

Video Dance Audition

•45-90 second video including turns, jumps, leaps, high kicks, and quick footwork

•Separate tap skills video appreciated if applicable

Additional Materials

Headshot

•Headshot preferred, but any close-up photo accepted

Resume

•Acting and theatre resume

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Application Process

•Apply for admission to UCM first

•Complete the Theatre & Dance Admission Form

•Complete UCM Scholarship Finder by February 1 for scholarship consideration

Visit Day

•Open to high school juniors, seniors, and transfer students

•Includes campus tour, class visits, student/faculty Q&A, and audition

Contact

•Ashley Miller-Scully, Chair of Theatre & Dance

•almiller@ucmo.edu | 660-543-8798

What's The Process

Audition Format

•Four parts: group dance audition, monologues, songs, and interview

•School-provided accompanist for songs

•Auditions held during Theatre & Dance Visit Days on campus

•Video auditions accepted with equal consideration

•Response within 2-3 weeks of audition/interview

Interview

•Be prepared to discuss answers from your Theatre & Dance Admission Form

•Bring questions to ask faculty

•Dress professionally for monologue/song portions

Video Auditions

•Submit via the Theatre & Dance Admission Form

•Each monologue and song should be a separate video

•Dance video: 45-90 seconds with turns, jumps, leaps, high kicks, quick footwork

•Film at a distance showing full body

•Ensure good sound, lighting, and video quality

•Contact Ashley Miller-Scully (almiller@ucmo.edu) after submission

Scholarship Info

Theatre & Dance Scholarships

•Division scholarship offers included with BFA acceptance letter

•Named scholarships: Charles G. & Laura Keynon Kuhn Distinguished Theatre Arts Award, Dolores M. & John W. Kitterman Theatre, Nina L. Devenny Distinguished Theatre Artist Award

Academic info

Snapshot

3.52

Avg GPA (W)

64%

Admit Rate

school-wide

52%

Grad Rate

5.6K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$14,462

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$10,050

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,600

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$10,965

$30-48k$12,254

$48-75k$13,408

$75-110k$16,931

$110k+$18,485

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited (one of only four in Missouri)

•NASM-accredited Music program (since 1947)

•Three invited KCACTF Region V productions in the last five years

Training

•Approximately 20 performance opportunities per year including large-cast musicals

•442-seat Highlander Theatre and 100-seat Richard Herman Black Box Theatre

•Musical Theatre Laboratory with industry professionals

•Musical Theatre Dance courses covering varied styles of choreography

•Senior Showcase in Highlander Theatre and Kansas City for industry professionals and casting directors

•Low student-to-faculty ratio

Professional Development

•Annual NYC trip with Broadway shows, Broadway Dance Center master classes, and alumni networking night

•Paid work with Central Missouri Repertory touring productions

•Near Kansas City theatre scene

•Shenanigans improv troupe, Theta Alpha Phi honorary, UCM Dance Club

•Theatre Learning Community residence hall near Black Box Theatre

•Guest artists including Tituss Burgess and Paula Vogel

Updated May 22, 4:12 PM

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University of Central Missouri

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What's The Process

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