Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

In this College Deep Dive, Matthew Teague Miller from Chico State and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:  Social justice mindset of Chico State Accessible audition process  Consent based casting  Transferring process  Be sure to check out Chico State at:  @chico.state.theatre https://www.csuchico.edu If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag...

In this College Deep Dive, Alisa Hauser from Florida State University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:  Granularity between the BM and BFA Musical Theater tracks  Expressing interest to schools  Vocal Technique Journey  Prescreen Submission Suggestions  If you would like to learn more about FSU, check out the following places:  https://theatre.fsu.edu/  https://music.fsu.edu/  Infographic...

In this College Deep Dive, Sharla Cowden from University of Evansville and Unifieds Co-Coordinator chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: The BS of Acting  Choosing a degree focus in your 2nd semester  Study Abroad program Stackable scholarships  Unified Auditions If you would like to learn more about Evansville, check out the following:  Evansville.edu  @uetheatre on Instagram and Faceboo...

In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Aaron discuss:  Entrepreneurial spirit of Slippery Rock student The importance of Wellness for the actor  Flexibility to minor with a BFA  Cost effective program  What it means to “just be yourself”  For more info about Slippery Rock University, check out the following places:  Instagram srutheatre Facebook: Slippery Rock University Theatre  TikTok: slipperyr...

In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and David discuss:  Cultivating a nurturing artistic environment  Exploration of different styles of acting Taking up space in audition rooms  The care of building and shaping a class  If you would like to hear more about Ohio Northern University, check out the following places:  Onutheatrearts on Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/onutheatre/  Onutheatrearts on...

In this College Deep Dive, Cameron and Charlie discuss:  Training opportunities such as Miesner and studying at the Globe Theater in London Approaching training mindfully and having transparent artist led conversations   When to utilize certain material  Why there is not a Shakespeare requirement in your audition  If you would like to hear more about Rutgers University, check out the following pla...

In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Liza discuss:  Exploring other musical interests as a music theater major   MSM Disney Collaboration Opportunities!  The different ways that MSM students network  What MSM is looking for in an audition  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working...

In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and David discuss:  What is style and why it’s important  Taking caution with Chat Boards  The willingness to be “wrong” when given an adjustment  Audition Advice for Parents!  If you would like to hear more from David be sure to check out the following places:  @umiamitheatre on Instagram  Website  dwilliams@miami.edu  Takeaway Glossary:  Texas State Acting with...

In this College Deep Dive, John and Charlie discuss:  Musical theater training with an emphasis on TV/Film acting Working within a budding TV/Film hub and a casting office that is on campus  The possibility of double Majoring and Double Minoring  Full ride opportunity for excellent singers with good transcripts If you would like to hear more about SCAD visit the following places:  scad.edu  Admiss...

In this College Deep Dive, Timothy and Charlie discuss:  The different degree paths of Cornish College   The reason for varying class sizes  How are the additional and supplemental videos are used in their admission process  If you would like to hear more about Cornish, check out the following places:    @cornishtheater https://www.cornish.edu/cornish-programs/theater/  Albert Rubio: arubio@cornis...

In this College Deep Dive, David Krasner from Five Towns College and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:  The unique classes at Five Towns such as- “Cabaret Ensemble”  Competitive training for the third of the price Students taking professional work while in school   How to display intelligence through the work in an audition What should you do after you audition?  If you would like to hear mor...

In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Michael discuss:  How Marymount Manhattan cultivates curious community artists The unique classes such as the Seminar Class, Dance Share and Ensemble Class The urge to over analyze what happened in the room after an audition  How waitlist movement works at Marymount Manhattan College  If you would like to hear more about Marymount Manhattan College check out...

In this College Deep Dive, Michael McElroy from University of Michigan and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:  Support systems that shaped and aided his early career  New direction and initiatives of University of Michigan  Changes Michigan is implementing to prepare their students for the business   How Michigan evaluates auditions and prescreens  Michael reminds students that they are auditi...

In this College Deep Dive, Don and Charlie discuss: How he developed his skills as a dialect coach  What is a Voice and Speech class?  Differences between a dialect and a voice coach  Don’s suggestions for a Carnegie Mellon audition  Voice Overs  If you would like to hear more from Don, check out the following places  Voice of the Bible: New Testament for Watchword Productions   The Chair on Netfl...

In this College Deep Dive, David and Charlie discuss:   Dedication to the work and talent  The benefits of a Research 1 University The Black Friday Event of Showcase  David emphasizes the importance of telling a story in your audition  If you would like to hear more about University of Utah check out the following places:  @uofutheatre on Instagram  University Utah Website  In Pieces by Joey Contr...

In this College Deep Dive, Alexandra and Charlie discuss:  Getting conservatory style training in a liberal arts degree  Study abroad option in London What the dance program offers Student organization that Elon students can participate in  What Alexandra looks for in an audition  If you would like to hear more about Elon or Alexandra check out the following spots:  Joyemovement.com https://alexan...

In this College Deep Dive, Nick and Charlie discuss:  The tight community that is made at an international school Differences of Singing Extension vs. Dance Extension  How IAB cultivates connections with the US industry and other markets around the world  Nick speaks to his research on Transgender Vocal Development and Musical Theatre training for a global market Link to Junior Kickoff event menti...

In this College Deep Dive, Richard, DJ and Charlie discuss their intimate BFA program within a large university, the importance of getting jobs at their school, how to be fiscally responsible as an artist and practicality of careers. Rich and DJ give some advice on what to wear, and give the advice to go to the source!  If you would like to hear more from Rich and DJ, check out the following place...

In this College Deep Dive, Matthew and Charlie discuss:  Well rounded education right on Lake Michigan!  The transition from BA to BM which includes some interesting classes like a year of pop rock and music theory so you can plunk out new workshop music  Dual Scholarship Opportunities in Merit and Academic scholarships  How Carthage’s audition is different from the traditional format If you are i...

In this College Deep Dive, Shelly and Charlie discuss:  The ability to get a minor or get a certificate outside of Theater School Their alumni hubs in Chicago, LA, Denver and NYC  Affordable tuition!  What is YOUR job versus the Faculty’s Job If you would like to hear more about Northern Colorado visit:  Northern Colorado's Website  Little Theater of the Rockies UNC School of Theatre Arts & Dance...

In this Artist Exploration, Rebecca and Charlie discuss:  The history of CAP21 How the accreditations of degrees work  A typical schedule of a first year student Commuting between campuses Questions Molloy/CAP21 may ask in the audition room Parental emailing advice!  If you are interested in hearing more, learn more about Molloy/CAP21 at: Molloy/Cap21 Website  Email roverton@molloy.edu If you have...

In this College Deep Dive, Josh and Charlie discuss:  The changes at CSU Fullerton to customize their program Why they shifted the audition and lost the “cut” Creativity with their showcase process Josh shares some bold (and aggregatable!) opinions about the Cost of Training The awesome location with weather, theater companies, beaches, and amusement parks  Breaking out of the mindset of only focu...

In this episode, Jesse and Charlie talk about: -The New Direction of PACE -PACE’s New Early Decision audition (premiering this Fall)  -Jesse’s Reaction to the “See Our Truths” Videos -New and Renewed EDI practices at PACE -Some great advice for Parents If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested...

In this episode, Charlie and Ashton talk about:  Being an Intimate program in a Large University  Sports and Greek Life Possibilities In-state/Out-of-State Tuition Costs The Danger of Being “Shallacked” in your Preparation OU’s “Industry Week” vs. a Showcase If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re inte...

In this episode, Charlie and Nancy talk about:  The underlying Christian mission of Belmont In a Christian University that is far from exclusively Christian Classical foundations of training at Belmont The Strong Emphasis on the Music of Musical Theater The options of Belmont’s BFA, BM, and BA degrees The Comfort and Joy of a great audition And the self-exploration needed in this process  The impo...