Things You Should Know
Auditions/Interviews
Acting
For auditions, you should prepare a 1 to 1-1/2 minute monologue from a realistic/naturalistic play. The monologue is to be memorized. Please do not attempt to portray more than one character. Monologues that require a dialect are not recommended. Please wear interview appropriate clothing that is easy to move around in.
Auditions and interviews will be conducted by members of the acting faculty.
Design/Tech Portfolio Reviews
Portfolios should contain examples of your work in scenery, costumes, and/or lighting, along with other evidence of artistic ability (samples of paintings, drawings, sculptures, or related work). Portfolios will be assessed on demonstrated and potential ability in the areas of design and technology. Interviews (completed concurrently with the portfolio review) will consist of an informal discussion with the student concerning previous theatre and art experiences and educational and career goals. Interviews last about 30 minutes each and will be scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
BA Program/General Theatre Studies
Auditions are held on scheduled Scholarship Days. If you are unable to attend on one of those days, please contact us via phone or email to schedule an alternative audition/interview date and time. You may also submit a videotaped audition or digital portfolio and arrange for a phone interview if a visit to the campus is not possible.
Special Note to West Virginia Promise Scholars:
Please let us know if you are the recipient of a Promise Scholarship. The University will only accept one tuition waiver award and the Promise Scholarship negates our Fine Arts Scholarship. Promise Scholars may apply for endowed cash scholarships.