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Theatre Scholarship/Auditions

Scholarship Information

It is not necessary to audition/interview for a place in the Theatre program. However, some students may wish to audition/interview for a Theatre Department scholarship.

Students receiving Department of Theatre scholarships are expected to:

  • Be a declared Theatre major
  • Maintain an academic mentor from the Theatre faculty 
  • Maintain a 3.0 (or higher) grade point average in Theatre department courses
  • Be involved in at least three Department of Theatre productions each year through the practicum program. 
  • Acting and musical theatre emphasis students must audition for all productions.
  • Participate in each end-of-semester evaluation.
  • Attend any guest workshops provided by the department.

Scholarship Audition/Interview dates are as follows:

  • Friday, January 20, 2026, 1-3 pm
  • Friday, March 13, 2026, 1-3 pm
  • Friday, April 10, 2026 1-3 pm
  • Please fill out this application and submit it to sign up for a specific date.
  • Auditions/interviews may be done in person or via Zoom/Google Meets/Teams.
  • Bring your questions to your interview/audition. This time is for us to get to know you and for you to get to know us!
  • If extenuating circumstances keep you from auditioning during the above times, don't hesitate to get in touch with Dallas Martinez, Artistic Producing Director, at dalmartinez@astate.edu to talk about your options.

Scholarship Interview Guidelines:

  • Bring a portfolio and/or resume.
  • Interviewees are encouraged to include any additional materials that represent their artistic range, skills, and interests, including but not limited to theatre.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes early (in person or online).
  • Come well-groomed and wearing professional attire.
  • Wear clothing that isn't restrictive or uncomfortable. Simplicity is best!
  • Be professional and courteous the moment you step into the building or enter the call; you're always interviewing!

Scholarship Audition Guidelines:

  • Your selection must be from a published play.
  • Select a piece that is age-appropriate (a character you could play today).
    • Avoid material with extremely high emotional demand or excessive vulgarity.
    • Find material that is compelling but authentic (using your natural voice; no accents).
  • Your monologue needs to be memorized.
  • Physically, vocally, and mentally warm up before your audition.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes early.
  • Come well-groomed and wearing professional attire.
    • Wear clothing that isn't restrictive or uncomfortable. Simplicity is best!
  • When you hit your mark, breathe. Then slate.
    • "Slate" refers to how you introduce yourself and tell us the piece you're performing, including the play and playwright.
    • Ex.: "Hello! My name is Jane Doe, I'm 18, my pronouns are they/them, and I will be performing a monologue from Sweat by Lynn Nottage."
  • Your monologue should fall between 30 and 60 seconds.
  • Be professional and courteous from the moment you step into the building; you're always auditioning!
  • Avoid miming, using, or bringing any props.
  • Never apologize for your audition. Unless you tell us, we'll assume that's exactly what you meant to do. Audition with confidence!

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