Theatre Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility Requirements:

• Student must gain clear admission to Belhaven University.  This should be initiated through the Admission Department (see admission on the web or call 1-800-960-5940 for more information.)
• Student must be accepted as a theatre major and must pursue a full course load (12 hours per semester).
• Student should complete the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) form and either file it on the Internet or mail in the paper form.
• Documentation of high school GPA, ACT test scores or SAT test scores.
• Student must complete a performance audition or interview.

Audition Requirements (for performers only):

• One-page resume of theatre experience.
• Statement of career goals.
• Two contrasting audition pieces totaling 90 seconds, or 45 seconds each. 
• Audition may include mime or production musical number as one of the contrasting pieces.  If a song is included, bring an accompaniment tape.
• Cold reading will be provided at the audition.

Interview Requirements (for design and tech only):

• One-page resume of theatre experience.
• Statement of career goals.
• Portfolios, drawings, photos and/or press articles demonstrating work.

Audition and/or Interview Requirements (Theatre Ministries majors only):

• One-page resume of theatre experience.
• One-page statement of career goals and aspirations as relates to theatre ministries.
• Two contrasting audition pieces totaling 90 seconds, or 45 seconds each or Interview on why the candidate would be interested in theatre in a ministry context.

Scholarships:

• $1,000-$500 scholarship awards will be presented to selected freshmen who are admitted into the program.