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 22, 2027, 1-3 pm Friday, March 12, 2027, 1-3 pm Friday, April 9, 2027, 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! More Information Theatre Scholarship deadline is rolling, based on scholarship offer date Information for institutional scholarships - https://www.astate.edu/scholarships General campus tours are also available here . For any other questions, or to schedule an alternate date, contact theatre@astate.edu .