Study theatre at Hesston College!
Students who want to study theatre as a significant part of their college experience are eligible to audition for a Hesston College Theatre Scholarship. Theatre Scholarship Audition Days will give you a preview of theatre opportunities at Hesston College. Thousands of scholarship dollars are available to qualified applicants. You may audition:
- Friday, November 29, 2009
- Friday, February 19, 2010
- Friday, March 19, 2010
- or by appointment (all auditions must be completed by March 19, 2010)
The Audition
- Students auditioning for a theatre performance scholarship will perform two contrasting monologues from a play or musical, one dramatic and one comedic. Memorization is recommended. (Students interested in musical theatre may prepare a musical theatre piece as an alternative to one monologue.)
- Students pursuing a technical theatre scholarship should bring a portfolio highlighting their work and one letter of recommendation from their supervising director or instructor who has worked closely with the student.
- All students should bring a theatre resume if available.
Audition days include the opportunity to interact with faculty and students and to attend classes and rehearsals.
The Requirements
Recipients of theatre scholarships agree to actively participate in the Hesston College theatre program. Requirements include:
- Auditioning for all shows and participating in at least one show per semester
- Enrolling in drama participation each semester
- Demonstrating responsibility and leadership among peers within the theatre program and across campus
Students who maintain at least a 3.00 grade point average and remain in good standing in the theatre program may renew their scholarships as sophomores.
Why should I come to Hesston College?
- Opportunities to participate in a wide variety of theatre productions ranging from comedy to serious, as well as musical theatre
- New studio theatre facility that utilizes current lighting techniques and boasts an intimate acting space
- Hands-on professional experiences, including student-directing and designing
For more information or to schedule an audition, complete and send an inquiry form.