Incoming Status: Freshmen
Area of Interest: Acting
Entry Semester Available: Fall 2008
Application Deadline: February 1, 2008
Follow these instructions when applying to Purchase College as a Freshmen Acting applicant.
Note: International Applicants must follow the international application instructions.
Note: Students who have not reached their academic potential because of limited financial resources and inadequate academic preparation should review the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at Purchase College.
Step 1: Submit your completed application by February 1, 2008.
Send the completed application(after it is reviewed by your guidance counselor), a check for $40 (payable to "SUNY APC"), and your Official Transcripts to:
SUNY Applications Processing Center
State University Plaza
PO Box 22007
Albany, New York 12201-2007
Note: International Students need to mail the completed application to the Office of Admissions at Purchase College. International Students should review the international application instructions.
Step 2: Request for official High School transcripts or GED scores, and SAT or ACT scores Have scores sent to Albany with your application or sent directly to:
Office of Admissions
Purchase College
735 Anderson Hill Road
Purchase, NY 10577-1400
Step 3: Acting Audition
An audition is required as part of the application process. You will receive specific information on how to schedule your audition upon receipt of your application. Audition requests will not be taken by phone.
Fall 2008 Acting Program National Audition Tour
Please note: A $45 audition fee must be paid in advance or at the time of the audition.
Theatre Arts and Film Audition 07-08
Acting Program National Audition Tour Dates
Purchase College
Saturday, January 26th
Friday, February 15th
Saturday, February 16th
Sunday, February 17th
Saturday, February 23rd
New York
Saturday, February 2nd
Sunday, February 3rd
Chicago
Monday, February 4th
Tuesday, February 5th
Wednesday, February 6th
San Francisco
Friday, February 8th
Saturday, February 9th
Los Angeles
Sunday, February 10th
Monday, February 11th
Houston
Tuesday, February 12th
Miami
Thursday, February 14th
Bring a picture and a résumé. A snapshot will do if you do not have an 8 by 10 head shot. Be sure that your name, address, telephone number, and date of audition are written on the back. Your résumé should include a complete list of theatrical activities.
Bring (do not mail) letters of recommendation from previous teachers or directors along with your 300 -500 word essay on any subject that you find meaningful.
Prepare two monologues and one song. One monologue should be contemporary, and the other classical. Choose material that you connect with, that you like, and that shows you to your advantage.
A simple announcement of the names and roles will be sufficient. A small assortment of chairs and tables will be provided.
Time yourself beforehand. Total audition time must not exceed five minutes. Time yourself carefully so that you will be able to finish within the time limit without feeling pressured. Memorize the material and prepare it thoroughly so that you will feel confident about your work.
Attire. Choose audition clothing that is suitable for presenting the characters, but do not attempt costumes. Your clothing should allow freedom of movement.
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