Audition and Interview
Admission into the Theatre program is a multi-step process:
- Submit a WMU Application: Seek admission to the university by applying through admissions.
- Submit a WMU Theatre Application: Submit an application through Acceptd to interview and audition for the School of Theatre and Dance. Please contact us if the application fee through Acceptd presents a financial hardship that would prevent you from applying.
- Attend an audition or interview, virtually or in person: Below is a list of audition and interview opportunities and information about participating in each.
We have rolling admission for most programs, which means we begin accepting students and making offers after the first audition/interview. Therefore, we encourage students to apply early if possible.
Please note that applying to the university itself before December 15 provides many scholarship opportunities.
Explore audition and interview requirements by program
On-campus auditions and interviews
- Dates: January 30 and February 12, 2027
- Location: Gilmore Theatre Complex, Western Michigan University
- Programs: All
- Application: Apply online
Virtual auditions and interviews
- Dates: November 14, 2026 & January 16, 2027 - some programs offer virtual interviews on a rolling basis
- Location: Online
- Programs: All
- Application: Apply online
Off-campus auditions and interviews
WMU at Detroit School for the Arts
- Dates: November 7, 2026
- Location: Detroit School for the Arts
- Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
- Application: N/A
Michigan Thespian Festival
- Dates: December 11 & 12, 2026
- Location: Festival Information
- Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
- Application: Apply online
Illinois High School Theatre Festival
- Dates: January 7-9, 2027
- Location: Illinois State University: Festival Information
- Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
- Application: Apply Online
Chicago Unified Auditions
- Dates: February 3-4, 2027
- Location: Festival Information
- Programs: Acting and Music Theatre Performance
- Application: Apply Online