Audition Information for Study Abroad Programs

AUDITION DATES FOR LONDON RADA PROGRAM

• Auditions for the Fall 2025 London RADA program will be held Friday, January 31 - Monday, February 3, 2025. Location TBD.
• Sign-ups for the auditions will be sent no less than 5 business days before auditions begin. 

SCHEDULING YOUR AUDITION

Students who have submitted complete applications and who meet the requirements of the program will be contacted via email by Tisch Special Programs to schedule an audition. Please make sure that emails from tisch.special.admissions@nyu.edu are added to your safe sender list so they are not filtered as spam.

• Note all auditions will be held in person at the Tisch building. Students who are not cleared to enter the NYU campus or cannot attend in person will have an audition via Zoom arranged. Please scroll down to review the process.

STUDENTS AUDITIONING REMOTELY:

We are auditioning students remotely if they are not located in the New York City Area or not cleared to enter the NYU campus. Please note we will be hosting these auditions via Zoom. When signing up for an audition slot, you will receive the link to the Zoom meeting. You will be invited into the waiting room during your scheduled audition time. Arrive ten minutes early, and await your turn in the waiting room. Upon arrival make sure video and audio are activated and lastly, disable your virtual background. 

SPEECHES

You are required to have two (2) speeches prepared, which you need to include with your application.

The speeches must be from a play by William Shakespeare and no more than two minutes in length each.

One of your speeches must be selected from this list provided by RADA below.

The other speech is entirely of your choosing. 

Please note, if you’ve auditioned in prior semesters you must audition with new speeches. You cannot repeat previously used speeches.

List of Speeches provided by RADA

HELPFUL AUDITION TIPS

1. When submitting a headshot:

• You must be the only one in the picture and your face should be clearly visible.

• Please make sure the picture satisifies the size parameters detailed in our Application Requirements.

2. Be on time or early for the audition. Late arrivals reflect poorly and you will only be seen if time permits.

3. We advise that you dress simply and comfortably in studio work clothes. Wear clothing that allows for free movement, refraining from anything that is restrictive or too loose. Wear flat-soled, comfortable shoes that allow for grounded movement, or work in bare feet.

4. During the audition, be prepared to do both of your 2-minute Shakespeare speeches. It is important that you have memorized both speeches. Select speeches that inspire you. Be knowledgeable of your source material. We expect that you will have read the plays in their entirety and understand the full context of your selections.

Auditions details for the Berlin Acting program:

Early Auditions

1. Submit a complete Spring Study Abroad application by the Early Audition Application Deadline
2. Participate in the Early Audition Round. The sign up instructions will be sent to you once your application has been reviewed and considered eligible for auditioning. 

Regular Auditions:

1. Submit a complete Spring Study Abroad application by the Application Deadline.
2. Participate in the Regular Audition Round. The sign up instructions will be sent to you once your application has been reviewed and considered eligible for auditioning.

If you are accepted, you must confirm your place in the program by the date stated in your Admissions Notification. 

AUDITION DATES FOR BERLIN ACTING PROGRAM

Early Audition

• Tuesday, April 30, 2024 -- 3:00pm - 5:00pm ET -- Studio 1
• Thursday, May 2, 2024 -- 12:30pm - 2:30pm ET -- Studio 1

Regular Audition

• Thursday, September 12, 2024 -- 7:00pm - 9:00pm ET -- Cabaret Theater
• Tuesday, September 17, 2024 -- 10:00am - 12:00pm ET -- Studio 1

SCHEDULING YOUR AUDITION

Once your application is reviewed for eligibility, you will be invited to schedule an audition using the Google Calendar via an email from Tisch Special Programs. This may take up to a week. Please sign up for an audition appointment by the date specified.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

1. Have your headshot and résumé easily accessible.

2. Prepare a 2-3 minute monologue of your choosing (contemporary or classical).

SUBMITTING YOUR STUDY ABROAD APPLICATION

Along with the audition, you will be required to complete a study abroad application. Please note you must complete both an audition and application in order to be considered for the Berlin program.

STUDENTS AUDITIONING REMOTELY:

We are auditioning students who do not live in the New York City area remotely. Please note we will be hosting these auditions via Zoom. When signing up for an audition slot, you will receive the link to the Zoom meeting. You will be invited into the waiting room during your scheduled audition time. Arrive ten minutes early, and await your turn in the waiting room. Upon arrival make sure video and audio are activated and lastly, disable your virtual background. Make sure your full name is listed within the Zoom meeting.

HELPFUL AUDITION TIPS

1. When submitting a headshot:

• You should be the only one in the picture.

• The picture must show your face clearly.

• The picture size should be 8 x 10 inches.

2. Be on time or early for the audition. Late arrivals reflect poorly and you will only be seen if time permits.

3. We advise that you dress comfortably.

• Wear appropriate fitting clothing that allows for movement and fluidity in your audition.

• Do not wear clothing that is too tight; you have to be able to move freely.

• Do not wear clothing that is too loose, falls off, or has to be adjusted constantly.

• Do not wear clothing that is revealing or inappropriate.

4. During your audition:

• It is important that you have memorized your monologue.

• Select a piece that you would likely be cast in.

• Be knowledgeable of your source material. We expect that you have read the play in its entirety when selecting your monologue, and that you understand the full context of your selection.

There are two ways to be considered for the ITW Amsterdam program:

Early Auditions:

• Students will be required to submit a complete application by November 6, 2024 and assessed for eligibility by Tisch Special Programs Admissions before being sent an invitation to audition for early decision. 
• You will only be considered for Early Auditions if this is your first choice.
• Please review the Summer Study Abroad Application Requirements to ensure that you have the necessary materials to submit a complete application.

Summer 2025 Early Audition Dates

• Monday, November 18 - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET -- Studio 364
• Tuesday, November 19 - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET -- Studio 1
• Tuesday, November 26 - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET -- Studio 2

If you are not accepted, your application will be put into the Regular Audition pool. Optionally, you may re-audition during the Regular Audition round in February/March if you so choose.

Regular Auditions:

• Submit a complete Summer Study Abroad application by the Application Deadline.
• Schedule and complete an audition during Regular Auditions.

Summer 2025 Regular Audition Dates 

• TBD

If you are accepted, you must confirm your place in the program by the date stated in your Admissions Notification email. 

SCHEDULING YOUR AUDITION

You will be invited to schedule an audition using the Google Calendar via an email from Tisch Special Programs. Please sign up for an audition appointment by the date specified.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

1. Complete and submit your online application.
2. Prepare a 2 minute monologue of your choosing (contemporary or classical).
3. Prepare one brief a capella song.
4. Bring your headshot and resume to your audition.
5. Non-NYU Students: Letter of recommendation from theatre professional is highly recommended. Please upload via the online application.

SUBMITTING YOUR STUDY ABROAD APPLICATION

Along with the audition, you will be required to complete a study abroad application. Please note you must complete both an audition and application in order to be considered for the Amsterdam ITW program.

REMOTE AUDITIONS:

Summer Study Abroad 2025 auditions will take place in person at the Tisch building. If you are not cleared to enter the NYU campus or are not in the New York City area, an audition via Zoom will be arranged for you. 

Regular Decision:

• Submit a complete Summer Study Abroad application by the Application Deadline.
• Schedule and complete an audition during Regular Decision.
  
  Summer 2025 Regular Decision Audition Dates 
  
  
• TBD

SCHEDULING YOUR AUDITION

You will be invited to schedule an audition using the Google Calendar via an email from Tisch Special Programs. Please sign up for an audition appointment by the date specified.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

1. Complete and submit your online application.
2. Prepare 2 contrasting monologues, two minutes in length each. One Shakespearean piece is preferred.
3. Bring a copy of your monologues to your audition. 

SUBMITTING YOUR STUDY ABROAD APPLICATION

Along with the audition, you will be required to complete a study abroad application. Please note: you must complete both an audition and application in order to be considered for the Commedia dell'Arte program in Florence.

REMOTE AUDITIONS

Summer Study Abroad 2024 auditions will take place in person at the Tisch building. If you are not cleared to enter the NYU campus or are not in the New York City area, an audition via Zoom will be arranged for you.

HELPFUL AUDITION TIPS

1. When submitting a headshot:

• You should be the only one in the picture.

• The picture must show your face clearly.

• The picture size should be 8 x 10 inches.

2. Be on time or early for the audition. Late arrivals reflect poorly and you will only be seen if time permits.

3. We advise that you dress comfortably.

• Wear appropriate fitting clothing that allows for movement and fluidity in your audition.

• Do not wear clothing that is too tight; you have to be able to move freely.

• Do not wear clothing that is too loose, falls off, or has to be adjusted constantly.

• Do not wear clothing that is revealing or inappropriate.

4. During your audition:

• It is important that you have memorized your monologue.

• Select a piece that you would likely be cast in.

• Be knowledgeable of your source material. We expect that you have read the play in its entirety when selecting your monologue, and that you understand the full context of your selection.