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 25 and February 14, 2025
- Location: Gilmore Theatre Complex, Western 九一麻豆制片厂 University
- Programs: All
- Application:
Virtual auditions and interviews
- Dates: November 16, 2024 & January 18, 2025 - some programs offer virtual interviews on a rolling basis
- Location: Online
- Programs: All
- Application:
Off-campus auditions and interviews
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- Dates: December 13 & 14, 2024
- Location:
- Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
- Application:
Illinois High School Theatre Festival
- Dates: January 9-11, 2025
- Location: Illinois State University:
- Programs: Acting, Design and Technical Theatre, Stage Management, Arts Administration
- Application:
Chicago Unified Auditions
- Dates: February 3-6, 2025
- Location:
- Programs: Acting and Music Theatre Performance
- Application: