Theatre

It is not necessary to audition or interview for a place in the Theatre program. However, some students may wish to audition or interview for a Theatre Department scholarship.

Scholarship Requirements

• Be a declared theatre major.
• Maintain an academic advisor from the theatre faculty.
• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in theatre courses.
• Be involved in at least three Department of Theatre productions each year through the practicum program.
• Acting and musical theatre emphasis students must audition for all productions.
• Participate in each end-of-semester evaluation.
• Attend any guest workshops provided by the department.

Scholarship Auditions/Interviews

Spring 2026 audition/interview dates are yet to be decided.

• Auditions/interviews may be done in person or online.
• Bring questions to your interview/audition. This time is for us to get to know you, as well as for you to get to know us!
• If extenuating circumstances keep you from auditioning during the provided dates and times, please contact:
  Dallas Martinez - Artistic Producing Director
  dalmartinez@AState.edu

More Information

• The Theatre Scholarship deadline is rolling, based off of the scholarship offer date.
• You must be accepted to the university by Dec. 1st for priority consideration.

Interview Guidelines

• Bring a portfolio and/or resume.
  • Interviewees are encouraged to include any additional materials that represent their artistic range, skills, and interests, including but not limited to theatre.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes early (in person or online).
• Come well-groomed and wearing professional attire.
  • Wear clothing that isn't restrictive or uncomfortable. Simplicity is best!
• Be professional and courteous the moment you step into the building or enter the call; you're always interviewing!

Audition Guidelines

• Your selection must be from a published play.
  • If you do not have a monologue, you may choose to perform one of these two options.
    
    
• Select a piece that is age appropriate (a character you could play today).
  • Avoid material with extremely high emotional demand or excessive vulgarity.
  • Find material that is compelling but authentic (using your natural voice; no accents).
    
    
• Your monologue needs to be memorized.
• Physically, vocally, and mentally warm up before your audition.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes early.
• Come well-groomed and wearing professional attire.
  • Wear clothing that isn't restrictive or uncomfortable. Simplicity is best!
    
    
• When you hit your mark, breathe. Then slate.
  • "Slate" refers to how you introduce yourself and tell us the piece you're performing, including the play and playwright.
    • Ex.: "Hello! My name is Jane Doe, I'm 18, my pronouns are they/them, and I will be performing a monologue from Sweat by Lynn Nottage."
      
      
• Your monologue should fall between 30 and 60 seconds.
• Be professional and courteous from the moment you step into the building; you're always auditioning!
• Avoid miming, using, or bringing any props.
• Never apologize for your audition. Unless you tell us, we'll assume that's exactly what you meant to do. Audition with confidence!

Spring 2026 Audition Information

Spring 2026 deadlines are yet to be decided.

Spring 2026 Crew Interest Form

Spring 2026 application is yet to be opened.

The Theatre Guild supports the Department of Theatre’s mission to provide cultural leadership to the northeast Arkansas region.

The Theatre Guild comprises alums, community members, theatre practitioners, and other notable people who all support the performing arts here at A-State. This diverse and eclectic group knows the value and importance of the performing arts within our society. Their knowledge, insight, and financial support generously help the A-State Theatre Department and Student Success. A-State Theater would not be what it is today without the generous support of the Theater Guild.

Membership Benefits

Every member will receive acknowledgment in each production program as well as opportunities to purchase season tickets at a discount. In addition, guild members are invited to attend special events, talkbacks, and receptions at A-State Theater.

How does the Theatre Guild help?

You already know the tremendous impact A-State Theatre can have on a student’s life and the life of our community. That impact is made possible by the support of private gifts.

Outreach

Guild membership supports community outreach programs like Play@State. Through the Play@State program, the Department of Theatre offers educational discount tickets to secondary education in and around our area, enabling local students to attend an A-State Theatre production at a substantially lower cost.

Productions

Many audience members don’t realize that ticket sales only cover a fraction of A-State Theatre’s production costs. We need your help to ensure that A-State Theatre can continue offering extraordinary arts programming for our community. Your generosity allows A-State theatre to bring more extensive productions, socially poignant dramas, and dynamic externals to the stage.

Scholarships

The Theatre Guild Scholarship, established in 2018, is awarded annually to an outstanding student showing potential for a theatre or theatre education career. There is no greater reward than helping future artists achieve their training and education without going into financial debt to pursue their passion. Your help makes that possible!

Exclusive Access

Guild members are invited to attend special events, receptions, talkbacks with the artist(s), meet and greets, and workshops.

How to Join

Membership in the Theatre Guild is only $100 per member. Theatre Guild members are acknowledged in production programs as “Members.” You may choose a one-time payment that can be renewed annually or make monthly payments that will automatically renew until you decide to cancel. We also offer additional levels of giving.

If you are interested, please reach out to our department:
Theatre@AState.edu
(870) 972-2037

Additional Membership Giving Levels

Individuals and businesses able to make additional contributions are acknowledged in the program at the following levels. These additional levels of giving can be arranged into monthly payments if desired.

• Benefactor
  • $500–$999
• Angel
  • $1,000–$2,499
• Star
  • $2,500–$24,999
• Producer
  • $25,000+
    
    

If you are interested, please reach out to our department:
Theatre@AState.edu
(870) 972-2037