Theatre
Auditions
Admission to Central Washington University's Department of Theatre Arts BFA program is based on talent, academic achievements, commitment to the craft of theatre as a career, and the potential for success in a professional theatre career. No audition is required for admission to the BA Theatre Studies degree.
The BFA programs are considered "Non-Cut Programs with Progressive Evaluation."
Consideration for the 2024-2025 class is open and students portfolios are being reviewed on a rolling basis.
The Acceptd site for applicant online submissions for Musical Theatre and Design and Production will open on November 1st, and students should expect to hear the results of their application within three weeks of submission.
Each BFA program will admit 12-14 students for the next academic year. Late applications will continue to be accepted until all program spaces have been filled.
The Application Process for BFA, Musical Theatre and BFA, Performance
- Apply to Central Washington University through the Office of Admissions, or be a continuing CWU undergraduate student.
- Upload all materials appropriate to your area of focus, as outlined on our online submission site. The screening will begin as applications are received, and will continue until spaces are filled.
- Applications will require the following document along with your personal material such as resume, headshot, recommendations, and videos of your work.
- CWU faculty will review your completed application.
- Submit the FAFSA Application
- Schedule a mandatory online meeting with the department advisor, Grace Pearsons. Current Students and Non CWU Students: Questions about this? Send an email.
CWU Theatre Scholarship Form (pdf)
The Application Process for BFA, Design and Production
- Apply to Central Washington University through the Office of Admissions, or be a continuing CWU undergraduate student.
- Email materials including your resume and portfolio specific to your area of design. The screening will begin as applications are received, and will continue until spaces are filled.
- Applications will require the following document along with your personal material such as resume, headshot, recommendations, and videos of your work.
- CWU faculty will review your completed application.
- Personal telephone/Skype interviews will be arranged with semifinalist candidates as needed.
- On-campus auditions, if required, will be arranged in early March for final round auditions. You will receive confirmation of your date and time by email.
- Submit the FAFSA Application
- Schedule a mandatory online meeting with the department advisor, Grace Pearsons. Current Students and Non CWU Students: Questions about this? Send an email.
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