1) University of California Los Angeles
MFA in Acting
* first you have to apply with the UCLA Graduate Division Application
* then you must complete the Departmental Graduate Application and sign up for an audition.
* Finally, submit the following application Materials:
-Two official copies of each college/university transcript.
-Supplementary Forms
-Statement of Purpose
-Three Letters of Recommendation
-Cross-Reference Sheet, if applicable
-Resume of training and experience in theater or other related work
"Designed to be eclectic, the program encourages each actor to discover methods of working best suited to his or her individual talents. The essence of this training is achieved organically through classroom study, studio work and autobiographical exercises in a small, highly individualized and collaborative setting."
I really like this method because I want to expierence all different types of acting and have a good understanding of each one, as well as the organic approach in which they choose to go.
2)Tisch School of the Arts at NYU
MFA in Acting
*Complete the online application
*Pay the $60 application fee by credit card or e-check
*Request official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. These should be gathered and mailed in a single package to the Office of Graduate Admissions at the address below. Certain exceptions apply. Consult the section "transcripts" before requesting credentials.
*Upload a personal statement (or statement of purpose as defined by some departments), a professional artistic résumé, and in some cases an academic writing sample.
*If you are applying to Cinema Studies or to Moving Image Archiving and Preservation you must take and submit Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores. Only these two programs require the GRE.
*Ask two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation using the online letter of recommendation system. Three letters are required by the Goldberg Department of Dramatic Writing, the Performance Studies department, the Cinema Studies department, and the Moving Image Archiving and Preservation Program.
"We invite 18 actors each year into our three-year training program. The actors train from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M., five days a week. The training is divided into three disciplines: acting; voice, speech, and text; and movement.
There are often four to five different classes a day, arranged so that the work in one complements the work in another, and also so the student has a balance of the several disciplines. In addition, when you are rehearsing a production, you will be working most evenings and some weekends. There will be numerous occasions for your progress - both in and out of class - to be reviewed by faculty; you will get an abundance of individualized, personal attention. At the same time, students, faculty, staff, and guest directors become a very close-knit family over the course of three years. The curriculum and schedule of productions are revised each year, depending on the needs of the particular students here at the time. But your daily life of learning is highly structured and laid out for you in advance. Self-discipline, which we hope you will experience as pleasurable, is required for you to get the most out of the concentrated, hard work we ask of you. At the same time, we root the work in the spirit of play."
I like this program because of it's high standards and reputation. It is very selective, but because of that you can tell it is a very intimate and more organic method to the study if acting.
3) University of Nevada Las Vegas
MFA in Performance
Students seeking an M.F.A. degree are admitted for
matriculation in the fall or spring semester of the academic
year. In addition to the general requirements for admission to
the Graduate College, applicants must submit the following
to the Department of Theatre:
1. An official transcript from all postsecondary institutions
attended, showing an undergraduate degree in theatre
and the date awarded. (An acceptable alternative
undergraduate major coupled with satisfactory practical
experience in theatre may be deemed equivalent to an
undergraduate major in theatre.)
2. A written statement (500 words or less) of the applicant’s
purpose in pursuing graduate study.
3. Two letters of recommendation sent by former instructors,
employers, or other professionals who can evaluate the
applicant’s potential to complete graduate study.
These materials may be sent to the following address:
Department of Theatre
Attn: Graduate Coordinator
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
4505 S. Maryland Parkway
Box 455036
Las Vegas, NV 89154-5036
Note: A writing sample and/or a personal interview may also
be requested by the department’s Graduate Coordinator.
"We work closely with those departments and the graduate faculty to provide students with the highest quality academic experience, not only through coursework, but also through research/creative activity and professional development opportunities."
This is a School that I have been looking into for a long time and I really like what they offer. I like how they keep into their students and closely work with them. They make it a requirement to audition for all productions as well as the Nevada Conservatory Theatre. I hope to one day apply there and audition for their program.
The Profession
1) Parts still open! Please contact us to arrange an audition!
For a truly out of the box experience, come audition for the original musical
The Devil's Christmas Carol
a World Premiere performance at the Capital Fringe Festival, July 9-26th 2009.
Are you Emo Girl or Techno Guy?We may have just the part for you.Are you one of those people who sing opera in the shower?Try out your pipes on some demanding (yet catchy) tunes and harmonies.
Great singers & non-singers, old & young, men, women, teenagers & children, come play withOutOftheBlackBox Theatre Company!
We're looking for up to 18 actors of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and ages.Non-Equity. All positions are unpaid.
Cold readings from the script.Bring something to sing (no accompanist provided).Be prepared to move!!!
http://www.outoftheblackbox.org/2009-2010/Tiny_Tim/index.shtml
OutOftheBlackBox Theatre Company, Inc. is casting The Devil's Christmas Carol, a musical story of lost souls who are condemned for their mistakes to perform A Christmas Carol in hell until they get it right. Betsy Marks Delaney, dir.; Glen Nelson, prod. Runs July 9-26 at the Capital Fringe Festival in Washington, DC.Seeking—Three Males: 25+, at least two tenors; One Female: 15+; Two Males or Females: 30+, at least one baritone.Auditions will be held by appt. only at 2 Pinecrest Ct., Greenbelt, MD 20770. Prepare to cold read, sing, and move. For more info or to schedule, call (301) 922-1865. No pay. Nonunion.
http://casting.backstage.com/JobSeeker/ViewJob.asp?JobID=RvdKLJp2FA7K7Cu%2BxYGkvWmiOQFC
2) Seeking Organization: Stoneham TheatreSeasonal Equity Principal Auditions Non Musical/MusicalSought: Equity Actors and Actresses Audition Date: Monday, May 11, 2009 from 10am to 1pm and 2pm-6pm for Non-Musical Auditions and Tuesday, May 12, 2009 from 1pm-5pm for Musical Auditions.
http://www.stonehamtheatre.org/involved.html
Stoneham Theatre (Stoneham, MA) is casting its 2009-10 mainstage season. Season includes: Studs Terkel's The Good War (David H. Bell & Craig Carnelia, conceiver-creators; Bobby Cronin, dir. Rehearsals begin Aug. 25; runs Sept. 10-Oct. 4), a musical collage of World War II; The Sparrow (Nathan Allen, conceiver-dir.; Chris Matthews, Jake Minton & Nathan Allen, writers; Tommy Rapley, choreo. Rehearsals begin Oct. 6; runs Oct. 22-Nov. 8); A Christmas Carol (based on the story by Charles Dickens. Troy Siebels, adapt. Rehearsals begin Nov. 11; runs Nov. 28-Dec. 21); Hockey Mom, Hockey Dad (Michael Melski, writer; Weylin Symes, dir. Rehearsals begin Dec. 29; runs Jan. 14-31, 2010); The Dinosaur Musical (Robert Reale, music; Willie Reale, book & lyrics; Caitlin Lowans, dir.; Ilyse Somers, choreo. Rehearsals begin Feb. 16, 2010; runs March 4-21); Cul-de-Sac (Daniel MacIvor, writer. Rehearsals begin Feb. 23, 2010; runs March 11-21), a solo performance piece; My Fair Lady (Frederick Loewe, music; Alan Jay Lerner, book & lyrics. Rehearsals begin March 19, 2010; runs April 8-May 2); and Gaslight (Patrick Hamilton, writer-dir. Rehearsals begin May 11, 2010; runs May 27-June 13). Weylin Symes, artistic dir.
http://casting.backstage.com/JobSeeker/ViewJob.asp?JobID=vYA5QeUnDaCYDjR2OKFY2hQyilqs
Union Jobs
3) 'ROMEO AND JULIET'Shakespeare Festival/LA is casting Romeo and Juliet, for its summer production set in 1930's Los Angeles. Ben Donenberg, dir. Rehearsals start June 8. Performances run July 9-26. All Roles Open—Juliet: able to play a teenager, young woman with drive, quick wit and exceptional passion, "riding the rollercoaster of discovering new emotions, shifting relationships and emerging sexuality"; Romeo: able to play a teenager, although sometimes a languishing lover, he can joke around with the boys, discovering true passion for the first time, loyal and sincere, he will defy friends, family, and ultimately death for love; Lord Capulet: 40s-50s, charming dealmaker who can change moods in a flash, leader of the family, will not tolerate disobedience; Lady Capulet: Late 20s-40s, stylish and sophisticated, can run a household more easily than she can talk to her daughter; Benvolio: 20s, more interested in chasing girls than fighting, always backs up his friends, good at talking to the authorities; Mercutio: late 20s, self-appointed guardian of the Montague boys, defies convention at every opportunity and has a talent for taking things too far; Tybalt: late 20s, hot-tempered fighter, great dancer, keen sense of honor, does everything with flair; Friar: 40s-60s, wise and trusted counselor, spends time observing the natural world, plants and people, gets flustered when rushed; Sampson: 20s, a natural comedian, can talk his way into a fight and talk his friends into fighting it for him; Peter: 30s-40s, not too quick to jump into a fight, would rather see how things play out than make things happen; Paris: 20s, handsome, charming, "the world is his oyster," discovers true emotion when tragedy strikes; Prince: 40s-60s, formal authority figure, striving for control in the city. Note: Seeking a multi-ethnic, multi-racial cast of classically trained actors of all ages, who have demonstrated professional experience with elevated text.Equity principal auditions will be held May 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (sign-in 9 a.m., lunch 1-2 p.m.) at 1238 W. 1st St., L.A. Prepare one two-and-one-half-minute Shakespeare monologue. EPA rules are in effect. A monitor will be provided. Professional pay provided. Equity LORT Non-Rep Contract (pending).
http://casting.backstage.com/JobSeeker/ViewJob.asp?JobID=uA4tWlxI0i3wYs7vMZCfMxzC0pME
Put your talents to good use and be part of the administrative or production staff for Romeo & Juliet!
CASTING for Romeo & Juliet be finalized by late spring, so if you're interested in being onstage, let us know!
We're looking for ethusiastic, hard-working folks like yourself to fill summer jobs like:
Stage Crew
Tech Crew
Front of House
Box Office
Marketing & Production Interns (available to undergraduates only; please contact us for more details)
Full job desriptions will be available in April; until then, shoot us an email so we'll keep you in mind.
http://www.shakespearefestivalla.org/contact/jobs.php
4) CO, DENVER CENTER THEATRE CO.Denver Center Theatre Company (Denver, CO) is casting its 2009-10 season. Season includes: The Voysey Inheritance, A Raisin in the Sun, Well, Absurd Person Singular, A Christmas Carol, When Tang Met Laika, Eventide, Mama Hated Diesels, Othello, and Mariella in the Desert. Kent Thompson, artistic dir.; Bruce K. Sevy, assoc. artistic dir. Season runs Aug. 20, 2009-May 15, 2010 in Denver, CO.Seeking—Actors and Actors Who Sing: for a variety of roles in the upcoming season productions.Equity principal auditions will be held by appt. May 24, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & 3-7 p.m. at the Jones Theatre, Denver Center, 1101 13th St., Denver, CO. To schedule an appt., email casting@dcpa.org or call (303) 893-6031; email preferred. A monitor will not be provided; the producer will run all aspects of this call. Prepare two monologues (one classical verse piece and one contemporary piece), with a combined length no more than three minutes. Singers should prepare 16 bars of a song from a traditional legit American musical. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Bring pix & résumés, stapled together. Bring your Equity card. $555/wk. Equity LORT Non-Rep Contract.
http://casting.backstage.com/JobSeeker/ViewJob.asp?JobID=gkDhkLhsIltOOWVcPb6Ib%2B7JFYoi
Denver Center Theatre Company will hold local auditions in May as follows:
May 24 — auditions for actors who are Actors Equity members
Actors should prepare two monologues – one classical verse piece and one contemporary piece – combined length not to exceed three minutes. Actors who sing should also prepare 16 bars of a song from a traditional legit American musical – please no rock, folk, or hip hop. Bring a headshot/resume, sheet music if you are singing, and your valid AEA card. An accompanist will be provided.
http://www.denvercenter.org/aboutdenvercenter/CareerOpportunities/AuditionCalls.aspx
Teaching
Secondary Level
*Anyone seeking educator certification in Texas must pass examinations of professional knowledge and subject matter knowledge approved by the State Board for Educator Certification.
*Some institutions of higher education and large school districts have been approved by the State Board for Educator Certification to operate alternative programs of preparation for teachers and administrators. These programs may involve university coursework or other professional development experiences as well as intense mentoring and supervision, during the candidate's first year in the role of educator. In addition, some regional education service centers and private entities offer alternative programs of preparation similar to the university/college based programs.
* The program that best suits me would be the Blinn College TEACH program, mainly because it is the closest to where I live and plan to teach.
http://www.blinn.edu/blinnteach/
These are just the requirements that I need to have for the Blinn program.
THEA:Reading: 250Mathematics: 230Writing: 220
ACT:English: 19Mathematics: 19
SAT:Verbal: 500Mathematics: 500
ACCUPLACER:Reading Comprehension: 78Elementary Algebra: 63Sentence Skills: 80Written Essay: 6
Community College
Theatre (Adjunct) Instructor
Theatre and Dance (Posted 09/22/08)
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL
I will need a masters degree with at least 18 semester hours in theatre. They prefer previous teaching expierence.
Senior Colleges and Universities
Lectureship in Drama
Theatre and Dance (Posted 04/24/09)
The University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
I need a Ph.D. in Theatre. That's pretty much it.
