Before You Apply
BEFORE YOU APPLY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
- To be admitted into the Actor Training Program or Musical Theatre Program, students must audition.*
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- Due to the impact of COVID-19, the University of Utah is only conducting "virtual" online auditions this year
- Although recommended, you do not need to be accepted to the University in order to audition, but you must apply and be accepted in order to declare your major and apply for financial aid.
- To be admitted into the Stage Management Program, Performing Arts Design Program, and Theatre Teaching Program, students must both apply to the University of Utah and complete a separate application.
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- Although recommended, you do not need to be accepted to the University in order to apply for these programs, but you must apply and be accepted in order to declare your major and apply for financial aid.
- Students must apply to the University of Utah and be accepted before being able to declare their major. After being accepted, students can declare their major by meeting with a College of Fine Arts Academic Advisor.
- Incoming Freshmen must apply to the University of Utah and submit their FAFSA prior to February 1 to be considered for all University-wide scholarships and financial aid.
*If you need to have your audition fee waived for any reason, please contact us at . We do not require an explanation or proof of need to waive your fee. Although we try to keep our audition fees as low as possible while still covering costs, we do not want them to present an obstacle to any potential student.
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Dates and Deadlines
U of U Admission and Scholarship Dates and Deadlines
Early Action application date; recommended for all students, especially those applying for financial aid
Early Action application notification date
Second round admissions application date
Deadline for Automatic Merit Scholarship consideration and FAFSA deadline for automatic Need-Based Scholarship consideration
Second round admissions notification date
Fall Semester final admissions application deadline
Summer Semester final admissions application deadline
Deadline to confirm intent to enroll for Fall Semester
Please note: in order to be automatically considered for need-based and merit-based University scholarships, students must apply and submit their FAFSA by February 1.
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MTP/ATP Auditions
AUDITIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE 2021-2022 ACADEMIC YEAR.
Please check back later on updates for the following academic year.
VIRTUAL AUDITIONS AND COVID-19
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). Due to the impact of COVID-19, National Unified Auditions have been cancelled in all three locations. However, the University of Utah is honoring the original Unified Auditions schedule by providing open audition times on the announced dates. Students wishing to audition for other Unified schools must contact them directly. For more information, visit https://unifiedauditions.com/
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:
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- 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
- $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)
*If you need to have your audition fee waived for any reason, please email us at . We do not require an explanation or proof of need to waive your fee. Although we try to keep our audition fees as low as possible while still covering costs, we do not want them to present an obstacle to any potential student.
Step 2: Scheduling Your Audition
When you are ready to schedule an audition, you will go through the following steps:
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- 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.
University of Utah Audition Dates
Dec 12, 2020, Feb 20, 2021
Open Audition Dates
January 23-24, 2021
February 8-11, 2021
February 13, 2021
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
If you have questions about audition scheduling, 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:
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- 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
- Learn a short dance sequence and submit an audition video
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- For instructions, teaching videos, and an accompaniment track, visit our MTP Audition Video Submission page
- Your dance video must be submitted within one week of your audition
Actor Training Program Audition Requirements:
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- 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.
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- One monologue should be a character that is close to your age, personality and life experience.
- One can be Shakespeare, but is optional.
- If you have any concerns--technical or otherwise--about presenting a live audition, visit our ATP Audition Video Submission page for more information.
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Step 4: Submit Audition Videos
Depending on the requirements for your area, additional videos may be required or optional. Visit the links below to find out about current requirements and options for the Musical Theatre Program and the Actor Training Program.
MTP Audition Videos: Fall 2021
ATP Audition Videos: Fall 2021
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Stage Management Application
SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE 2021-2022 ACADEMIC YEAR.
Please check back later on updates for the following academic year.
Priority Applications Due: December 1st
To be admitted into the Stage Management Program, students must complete a separate application and schedule an interview.
The Stage Management Program 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
Students must also schedule an interview on one of the following dates:
- December 12th
- January 9th
- February 6th
If you have questions, please email .
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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 .
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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 .
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