
Auditions and interviews
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Audition and Interview
Admission into the WMU Department of Theatre 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 Department of Theatre. 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 27 and February 17, 2024
Location: Gilmore Theatre Complex, Western Michigan University
Programs: All
Application: Apply online
Virtual auditions and interviews
Dates: November 11, 2023 - some programs offer virtual interviews on a rolling basis
Location: Online
Programs: All
Application: Apply online
Off-campus auditions and interviews
Michigan Thespian Festival
Dates: December 8 & 9, 2023
Location: Festival Information
Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
Application: Apply online
Illinois High School Theatre Festival
Dates: January 11-13, 2024
Location: Illinois State University: Festival Information
Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
Application: Apply Online
Chicago Unified Auditions
- Dates: February 5-8, 2024
- Location: Festival Information
- Programs: Acting and Music Theatre Performance
Application: Apply Online