MTP/ATP Auditions
We generally hold on-campus auditions in early December and mid-February for both the MTP and ATP; we also generally attend Unified Auditions in all three cities (Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York). However, due to the impact of COVID-19 both the University of Utah and Unified Auditions are only conducting virtual auditions this year.
Step 1: Before You Schedule Your Audition
Before you schedule your audition for either the Musical Theatre Program or the Actor Training Program, you will need to prepare the following:
-
- A current resume with contact information, including current phone number, email, and physical mailing address
- An 8 x 10 headshot or a photograph
- 500-word essay describing why you want a BFA in the Musical Theatre or Actor Training Program at the University of Utah and why acting
- $30 non-refundable application fee (to be paid online during registration)
- ATP applicants only: Two references who can attest to your academic accomplishments or your talent, potential or dedication
- MTP applicants only: Two letters of recommendation with contact information from persons who can attest to your knowledge/background in musical theatre. (These can be submitted at a later date, as long as we have them two weeks before your audition)
Step 2: Scheduling Your Audition
When you are ready to schedule an audition, you will go through the following steps:
-
- Make sure you have your resume, headshot, references, and essay ready to upload
- Pay your audition fee using UMarket (https://umarket.utah.edu/um2/theatre_audition/).
- Once your payment is complete you will receive an email from with links and instructions for scheduling your audition time and submitting your audition application and required documents.
If you have questions about audition scheduling or fees, contact us at .
Step 3: Preparing For Your Audition
Once your audition is scheduled, you should prepare the following depending on your intended area of emphasis:
Musical Theatre Program audition requirements:
-
- Present two 32-bar songs, one from the "Old School" (pre-1960) musical theatre repertoire, and one from the contemporary musical theatre repertoire
- Be prepared to speak the lyrics of your songs as a monologue
Actor Training Program Audition Requirements:
-
- Present two contrasting memorized monologues of no longer than 90 seconds in length each. Monologues should be chosen from produced plays and not from film, television, or original self-written work.
- One monologue should be a character that is close to your age, personality and life experience.
- One can be Shakespeare, but is optional.
Please advise your parents/guardians that we will be hosting Talk-Backs for them on the following dates at 6pm MST:
-
- January 23, 24
- February 10, 11
- February 13, 14
Stage Management Application
To be admitted into the Stage Management Program, students must complete a separate application. This application requires students to submit a resume, and a 1-2 page letter answering specific questions. For placement purposes, students must also submit a 2-5 page portfolio of Stage Management Work, Theatre Work and/or Creative or Professional Writing. For more information and to complete the application, please fill out this form:
Stage Management Application
If you have questions, please email .
PADP Application
To be admitted into the Performing Arts Design Program, students must complete a separate application. This application requires students to submit a resume, and a 1-2 page letter answering specific questions. For placement purposes, students must also submit a 3-5 page portfolio of Design or Technical Work. For more information and to complete the application, please fill out this form:
Performing Arts Design Program Application
If you have questions, please email .
Theatre Teaching Application
To be admitted into the Theatre Teaching Program, students must complete a separate application. This application requires students to submit a resume, a 1-2 page letter answering specific questions, and 2 letters of recommendation. For more information and to complete the application, please fill out this form:
Theatre Teaching Application
If you have questions, please email .
