Admissions

Admission is a two-part process. In order for a student to be considered for admission as a Theatre major, he or she must apply to the University and must also complete an audition either on campus or at one of the regional audition sites.

Prospective students who are unsure of whether to invest in traveling to an audition have the option of receiving a “pre-screening” assessment through getacceptd.com. Using this option, students upload a profile and videotape for review by Meadows Theatre faculty. Faculty then advises the student whether or not to take the next step to arrange for an in-person audition. This option carries a $25 fee, paid by the student to getacceptd.com.

Auditions provide Theatre faculty the opportunity to evaluate a student’s artistic accomplishment, as well as potential for success in the program.

For a complete list of audition dates and information on how to request an audition, please scroll below.

First-year and transfer Theatre candidates should prepare two contrasting monologues from contemporary plays and one song. (Please note that no accompanist is provided or required.) The total length of both pieces and the song should not exceed five (5) minutes. Auditions will also include an interview. Candidates interested in design, directing, playwriting, stage management or other areas of theatre are encouraged (but not required) to bring portfolios or supplemental materials in addition to presenting their auditions. All auditions will be videotaped.

Please be sure to indicate the significant amount of time engaged in theatrical pursuits (rehearsals, practicing, performances, festivals, etc.) on the Extracurricular Resume and Application which you submit to the Office of Admission as part of the application checklist.

Dallas auditions are offered on campus at SMU's Meadows School of the Arts in the Owen Arts Center. Auditions include an information session and tour of the Division of Theatre.

Note: We welcome all prospective students to observe theatre classes and attend our productions. Theatre classes are offered Monday through Friday. Contact a Meadows recruiter if you would like to arrange an overnight stay on campus or schedule a class visit, or need help with arranging transportation to SMU.

2013-14 Unified and Regional Auditions

Additional Regional Auditions

A number of these regional auditions coincide with existing conferences and area auditions, and may require candidates to register through that host organization, you may not sign up online for an audition with us at any of these locations.

For one on-one audition requests, email Jim Crawford at jimcraw@smu.edu.