ADMISSIONS + AUDITIONS

Explore University of North Georgia & Brenau University Theatre Programs

Audition + portfolio submission

for placement in university degree programs

The 2027-28 audition cycle
opens August 1, 2026

  • November 7, 2026 at UNG-Gainesville

  • February 13, 2027 at Brenau University

  • April 17, 2027 at UNG-Gainesville

  • Virtual submissions accepted beginning August 1, 2026

Audition + PORTFOLIO Requirements

  • Please prepare two 60-second contrasting monologues from plays (not from monologue books or films). Audition may include questions concerning professional goals and why the candidate would like to study acting. Students should bring two copies of their headshot and resume to the audition.

  • Audition may include questions concerning professional goals and why the candidate would like to study musical theatre. Students should bring sheet music for the accompanist and appropriate dance shoes and clothing, along with two copies of their headshot and resume to the audition.

    Vocal: Please prepare two 45-60-second selections of contrasting musical theatre repertoire to show off your voice and range. In addition, prepare the full version of your audition songs and any other performance-ready musical theatre repertoire you would like to present.

    Acting: Please prepare one 45-60-second monologue from a play (not from monologue books or films).

    Dance: The dance call will include a quick warm-up and a jazz/MT combination. The call will be in group format and will last about an hour. No prior dance experience is necessary, we just want to see you move and be yourself. Please wear dance-appropriate shoes and clothing.

  • Please provide a portfolio that highlights your design and technical theatre work. Portfolios may also include studio artwork, photography, or other projects you feel are relevant. Resumes should focus primarily on design and technical theatre experience but may also reflect acting, visual art, or other related activities. Portfolio reviews may include questions concerning professional goals and why the candidate would like to study theatre design and/or technology.

  • Depending on your interests, please prepare a combination of two 60-second contrasting monologues, two 60-second contrasting musical theatre repertoire selections, and/or a portfolio of theatrical design, studio artwork, photography, or technical projects. Faculty may ask questions concerning professional goals and why the candidate would like to study theatre. Students interested in performance should bring two copies of their headshot and resume to the audition.

About our programs

Admission into Gainesville Theatre Alliance is highly competitive and all prospective students must complete an audition or portfolio review for placement within the program.

Students must also be accepted into their chosen university (either Brenau University or the University of North Georgia, depending on degree program) before final acceptance into any theatre degree program. Admission into GTA does not guarantee admission into our parent institutions. Likewise, admission into either of the universities does not guarantee admission into GTA. We encourage all candidates to apply for both universities and make decisions based on their desired collegiate experience.

Scholarships in all programs are awarded to students based on talent, commitment, and academic performance.

Applicants may complete their audition or portfolio review either in person at one of our scheduled audition events or through virtual submission. GTA also recruits at select theatre conferences and events throughout the year, including the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC), ThesCon, or Georgia Theatre Conference.

Questions?

For questions about the audition and portfolio submission process, please email recruitment@GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org