Directing
Applicants to the School of Drama's Directing must fulfill two distinctive requirements, an audition and an interview, which are the main basis for admission.
Audition Guidelines
- Perform one monologue
- Either a classical monologue from a play written before 1900 with an emphasis on language or a contemporary piece written in the 20th or 21st century (excluding Slow Dance on the Killing Ground, I Hate Hamlet, Star Spangled Girl, Runaways, Nuts, My Name is Alice, Talking With, Identity Crisis and Quilters)
- The monologue should be no longer than 1.5 minutes
- The piece should be within your natural age range
- Be sure you've read the entire play containing the monologue so you can demonstrate an understanding of the character and situation involved
- You may use hand props, but not costumes
- Be prepared to perform a second monologue if asked
- Bring a resume and recent photograph to leave with the audition team
- Bring a statement that:
- Describes why you are pursuing this line of study
- Explains your choice of monologue
- Includes a critical analysis of the play
- Bring evidence of your creative life, including:
- Director's scripts
- Design portfolios
- Dramatic writings
- Photography
- The interview will cover aspects of your drive, maturity, vision and aptitude for Directing.