Live Entertainment & Production Design
Magnet Audition Requirements
Important! Auditions are only half of your application. An online form must also be completed through the “Acceptd” website. This consists of contact information for the student, contact information for recommenders (2), a digital copy of a most recent report card, and statements about the student’s relationship to live entertainment & production design. Learn more here.
To be considered for the Live Entertainment & Production Design program, students must complete a portfolio of related work and an interview where students showcase and explain portfolio items.
The Audition
Students should wear professional and appropriate audition/interview attire that allows for movement. No flip flops, excessive jewelry, short skirts, etc.
Students will read a passage aloud to assess reading skills.
Students should prepare a portfolio of related work. Examples of related work include, but not limited to, 2D and 3D art work, models or other 3D projects, photos of productions the candidate has worked on demonstrating lighting (LED tape or theatrical lighting), scenic projects (painting of sets, building flats or special projects, doors, windows, signage, etc.), prop or costume design, costumes or cosplays and sound projects (songs, sound editing, microphones).
Students will present their portfolio and explain each piece during the interview.
Students may be asked follow up questions to assess work ethic and understanding of material.
Audition Rubric
The candidate will earn one of the following scores, based on the criteria described below.
4 – Superior
3 – Excellent
2 – Competent
1 – Needs improvement
Portfolio items and presentation:
Interpretation
Preparation
Interview
Recommendation letters
Academic promise (unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher)
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We’re happy to answer your questions.
For further questions about your audition, please contact our VPA administrative assistant or the appropriate Department Chair.