Theatre and Dance Auditions

Without writers, stories would not be written; Without actors, stories could not be brought to life. – Angie-Marie Delsante

 Urinetown - 2024

Declaring Theatre and Dance Majors and Minors

You do not have to audition to declare a Theatre or Dance major or minor! You just have to register through the University Registrar. 

AUDITIONS are held for individual shows, and for Department Scholarships.

Show Casting Eligibility

*All current/registered CSU students will be considered for casting, regardless of major (priority will be given to Theatre majors & minors)
*All students must have at least a 2.0 GPA to be eligible for casting.
*Theatre Majors and Minors must be current on service hours to be considered for casting.
*Theatre Majors on the Acting Track must audition for all Mainstage productions.

DANCE AUDITIONS are held every Spring semester for the following academic year and determine:

• Course placement, where applicable
• Ensemble Participation (CSU Dance Company)

FALL 2026 AUDITIONS

AUGUST 26-27, 2026

6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Blackbox Theatre (TA 521)

Callbacks: August 29, 2026

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Allen Rehearsal Hall

*Stay tuned for more information!*

PLEASE PREPARE

• 32 bars (approximately one minute) of an upbeat Pop, Rock, or Contemporary Musical Theatre selection. Choose material that best showcases your vocal ability and personality.

• One contemporary monologue. Select a piece that demonstrates emotional range, vulnerability, and your ability to connect truthfully with text.

• Total audition time: Three (3) minutes maximum

  Songs from Rent are welcome but not required.

CALLBACKS

Callback materials will be provided following initial auditions.

Callbacks may include:

• Vocal selections from the show

• Scene work

• Movement

• Ensemble exercises

  Please wear clothing you can comfortably move in.

FROM THE DIRECTOR, SHEFFIA RANDALL-NICKERSON

Jonathan Larson's Rent is a groundbreaking rock musical that celebrates love, friendship, resilience, and the power of chosen family. Set in New York City's East Village during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis, Rent follows a group of artists navigating life, loss, identity, and the pursuit of their dreams. It is about artists creating beauty in difficult times.

We're looking for Bohemian creators. Punk poets. Musicians. Storytellers. Rebels with compassion. Performers who believe that art has the power to build community and create a better future. We are looking for artists who are fearless, generous collaborators, emotionally honest, and excited to tell this story.