Theatre Scholarship Audition

    Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 1:00 PMUTC -05:00


    Aurora University- Perry Theatre
    349 S Gladstone Ave
    Aurora, IL 60506
    United States

    Incoming undergraduate student scholarship

    Auditions/interviews take place in Perry Theatre

    Scholarships range from $500 to $3,000

    Must be admitted to Aurora University before your scholarship is revealed to you.

    Please bring the information below with you the day of your audition:

    • Complete “Aurora University Theater Scholarship Application.” (see attachment)
    • One-page essay describing why you wish to study/participate in university theatre and how it may apply to your future plans.
    • One letter of recommendation from a teacher or employer commenting on your character, demonstrated work ethic, “team” participation and talent.
    • A basic resume of your experience in theatre.

    On Campus Application Requirements:

    • Complete scholarship application below.
    • If you are a performer, you will need to prepare a short piece (one to two minutes) of your choosing; please no improvisations “on the spot.”  After your prepared presentation there will be an informal interview with faculty members.
    • If your main interest is backstage, we would like you to bring a portfolio of work you have done.  Examples of portfolio work include sketches, photographs of work, prompt books, etc.  If you do not have a portfolio, we encourage you to bring what you do have available and we will discuss your experiences as part of the interview process.  After your prepared presentation there will be an informal interview with faculty members.

    Registration is no longer available because the registration deadline has passed.