How to Enroll
- Submit your application.* Begin by submitting your application online. You must prepare additional application materials that will be reviewed with your submission.
- Make your tuition payment by June 1.* All programs have limited capacity, so be sure to complete your full tuition payment to reserve your space in the program.
- Request housing. If you will be age 15 or older by the start of your program and require on-campus accommodations, complete the Residence Hall Contract in the Next Steps tab of your application portal .
*Please note: This program has limited capacity. To participate, you must first be offered a spot in the program, then you must confirm your participation by accepting the offer and paying the tuition cost in full. If the program cap is reached before you respond to your offer and pay, you will be added to a waitlist.
This program is designed for emerging theater artists who want to train with Broadway professionals and develop the acting, singing, and movement skills essential to developing a role and that character’s personality. The Musical Theater Acting Intensive also focuses on audition preparation, so it is ideal for students interested in pursuing theater, whether academically or professionally.
This is a sample schedule to give you an idea of what to expect.
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Monday |
Activities |
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10 AM–12 PM |
Tour |
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12:30 PM–2 PM |
Orientation |
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2 PM–6 PM |
Cohort share |
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7 PM–9 PM |
Open mic |
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Tuesday |
Activities |
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9 AM–10:45 AM |
Music Meisner |
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1 PM–2:45 PM |
Shakespeare |
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3 PM–4:30 PM |
Physical Character |
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7:30 PM–9:30 PM |
Vocal Ensemble |
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Wednesday |
Activities |
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9 AM–10:30 PM |
Music Theater Solo |
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11 AM–12:45 PM |
Clowning |
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3 PM–4:30 PM |
Acting for Camera |
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5 PM–6:30 PM |
Voice and Speech |
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Thursday |
Activities |
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9 AM–10:45 AM |
Music Meisner |
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1 PM–2:45 PM |
Shakespeare |
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3 PM–4:30 PM |
Physical Character |
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7:30 PM–9:30 PM |
Vocal Ensemble |
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Friday |
Activities |
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11:00 AM–12:30 PM |
Acting for Camera |
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3 PM– 4 PM |
Music Theater Solo |
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5 PM–6 PM |
Voice and Speech |
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7:30 PM–9:30 PM |
Movie night |
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Saturday |
Activities |
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10 AM–12 PM |
Alexander Technique |
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2 PM–6 PM |
Master class |
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7 PM–8 PM |
Ice cream social |
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Sunday |
Activities |
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4:30 PM–9 PM |
Boat cruise |
Schedule subject to change.
This program is designed for emerging theater artists between the ages of 15 and 25.
Application Details
This program is application-based and requires the preparation and submission of additional application materials along with your registration form. Once your materials are reviewed, you will be notified of your decision via email. Due to limited availability, you must accept your offer and pay tuition in full in order to reserve your spot in the program.
Students ages 15-25 who are interested in applying to this program should prepare the following materials:
- one brief contemporary monologue;
- one song from the musical theater repertoire (32 bars); and
- one piece of your choosing. This is your opportunity to show us your creativity. In this piece, we are looking to see what sets you apart as an artist. Show us your interpretation of Shakespeare, a performance of your own original music, how you dance, or anything else you can imagine—the sky's the limit.
Video Recording Submission Guidelines
- Sound quality is important, and the featured performer must be clearly audible.
- Videos should be appropriately lit and in focus, and applicants are encouraged to introduce themselves to the faculty.
- Videos can be home, live, or studio recordings.
- Recordings of the performances should be recent (within the last year).
- Ensure your video submissions are easily accessible and not set to private.
Instructions on how to submit your materials are available in the online application portal. Once received, your application materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Program Director
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Professor of Theater
Once you're accepted and enrolled, visit our Next Steps for Enrolled Students to make sure you have everything you need for your program.
Check Your Email for Important Information
- You should continue to check the email that you used to enroll in the program for important information.
- You will receive a detailed check-in email with information regarding your assigned arrival location, housing assignment, and a link to view your program schedule one to two weeks prior to the start date of your program.
- When you arrive on campus, you will receive additional program information to guide you through your program.
What to Pack
- Music repertoire book, or two audition-ready songs (with sheet music for pianist)
- At least three additional songs to work on (duets are welcomed)
- Monologue selections to explore and for mock audition
- Outfits for mock auditions
- Easy to move in clothes, like athletic clothing and sneakers
- Tap, jazz, character shoes, socks to dance in
- Black clothing appropriate for our final presentation
- Yoga mat
- Water bottle
- A notebook and pencil
- If you are staying on campus, you can reference this packing list with any additional items you’ll need while attending your program.