Audition Requirement
Anyone considering the B.A. with the Performance Emphasis (Acting) option must audition into the program (including transfer students).  These auditions are also used for awarding a limited number of scholarships.

Call the Admissions Coordinator at (402) 472-2072, ext.1 (theatrearts@unl.edu) to schedule an audition time or for more information.  In addition, on the following dates a limited number of audition times are available by appointment only. (Friday auditions begin at 10:30 a.m):
*Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009 (4 p.m.)
*Friday, November 6, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
*Friday, December 4, 2009
Friday, January 22, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
Friday, February 19, 2010
Friday, February 26, 2010
Saturday, March 6, 2010 (12:00-4:00pm)

Late Auditions in 2009 (not considered for scholarship money)
Friday, March 12, 2010
Friday,March 26
Friday, April 9
Friday, April 23

Audition Guidelines

1. You must perform two monologues (memorized) contrasting in mood (for example, comedy/drama)
2. If you wish to sing, you should in addition sing 16 bars from a Broadway musical (a cappella -- we will not provide a piano or music)
3. We urge you to choose pieces that you feel strongly about, and show you at your best
4. Monologues should be no longer than two minutes each
5. We prefer that you stay away from dialects, and pieces out of your age range
6. "Cold Readings" will not be permitted
7. Wear comfortable clothing
8. Costumes and props are not permitted (hand props are okay)
9. Videotapes will not be accepted (in place of auditioning)
10. Bring a current photo and résumé that you can leave (detailing any theatre experience, references, academics and employment)
11. Write a paragraph or two about yourself and why you want to act (typed)
12. You must have officially applied to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Office of Admissions
13. Transfer students must bring college transcripts
14. Incoming freshman must have an ACT score of 22, or an SAT score of 1020 or better.  Transfer students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (no exceptions).

Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis. Scholarship notifications will be mailed in April.

Note: "Review and screening for continuation in this emphasis are done when students are enrolled in THEA 223 Intermediate Acting I (typically their third semester as theatre majors). The review includes an interview, an audition, and an analysis of the overall academic and artistic record; all of which are used to determine potential for success throughout the course of study. Approved students are permitted to enroll in THEA 224 Intermediate Acting II and in subsequent required Performance Emphasis courses." (UNL Undergraduate Bulletin 2009-2010)

There is some very useful information on the Educational Theatre Association web site on how to prepare for college auditions: http://www.edta.org/thespian_resources/ (click "College Prep")

Husker Weekday Visits, Red Letter Day visits, Big Red Open Houses and tours are arranged through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Office of Admissions (472-2023 or 1-800-742-8800). Red Letter Day visits are senior Open Houses on September 30, October 30, November 9, and December 4, 2009; January 15 and February 15, 2010. Big Red Open Houses are November 6, March 8, and April 12. Visit us on our special September 30 Red Letter Day! This special day gives you a chance to meet with faculty, staff and students in the Johnny Carson School. You’ll have the opportunity to sit in on acting scenes, stage combat, film presentations, and other workshops/informational sessions.

Student-produced Theatre at UNL

Theatrix is the student run theatre organization under the auspices of the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. Since the early 1990's, Theatrix has continually provided students in all facets of the arts the opportunity to work hands-on and share experiences with professors and professionals working within the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts. Theatrix produces two or three productions each semester with a student director who oversees the organization of the design team, the cast, and all conceptual and creative elements from start to finish. Current and past directors as well as actors and designers have gone on to work professionally in theatre and film in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. For more information about Theatrix, please visit us at www.unl.edu/theatrix.

Student Organizations:Nebraska Masquers

Purpose Statement: (1) to stand as a University organization for the welfare and development of theatre; (2) to raise the standards of educational theatre by recognizing the most worthy individual and group efforts in the art of the theatre; and (3) to function as an honorary organization in the University theatre.

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