Applying to Wesleyan

Theater

The Wesleyan Theater Department offers a multi-disciplinary major with courses in performance, design, history, as well as literature and criticism. We welcome supplemental materials demonstrating proficiency and skill in aspects of the discipline. Please keep in mind that supplementary materials are optional and will be used in evaluating your application to Wesleyan, not to the Theater Department. A specific major is usually not declared until the end of the sophomore year and these materials have no bearing on that process.

Please use the following guidelines when sending materials:

Acting

A three-minute performance sample in DVD format. (no VHS Tapes) The sample should be created for this submission and not a recording of a previous public performance. Two short monologues of your choice should be filmed in front of a dark curtain or drop and be well lit. In your introduction please state your name and the plays from which your selections have been taken. Please be sure the DVD is readable on an Apple computer as well as standard DVD player.

Design/Technical Production

A sample portfolio on DVD/CD (do not send a paper portfolio) Please indicate in writing the focus of the portfolio, that is, lighting, costume, set design, or technical production. The submission of no more than twelve images must be in the jpeg (.jpg) file format on clearly labeled CD or DVD – include a caption for each image indicating your role in relation to the image (researcher, designer, builder). The title of each jpeg should be your last name and a number separated by an underscore i.e. Jones_12.jpg.

Playwriting/Dramaturgy

A short (under five pages) writing sample, either a critical essay or an original piece of writing for the theater.

All applicants are invited to send a brief resume listing their theatrical experience outside of high school activities.

Website: http://www.wesleyan.edu/theater/