Acting

Audition & Interview Requirements

Prospective Acting (BFA) majors will perform two memorized monologues:

  • One from a Shakespeare play, 20-28 lines in length;
  • One from a contemporary play, two minutes maximum, reflecting the applicant’s age. 

Acting auditions may include a brief warm-up and improvisational exercise. Auditionees are encouraged to wear clothing and footwear in which they are comfortable moving. For off-campus auditions, bring one standard 8” x 10” headshot and résumé. For on-campus auditions, bring two standard 8” x 10” headshots and résumé.

Audition Dates

  • Saturday, November 22, 2025
  • Saturday, January 24, 2026 *
  • Sunday, January 25, 2026 *
  • Monday, February 2, 2026 ^
  • Tuesday, February 3, 2026 ^
  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026 ^
  • Saturday, February 7, 2026
  • Saturday, February 28, 2026

New York City Regional Auditions   ^ Chicago Regional Auditions