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STUDENTS FROM KANSAS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NORTH DAKOTA: Check the box labeled MSEP at the top of your UMKC Application form in order to be considered for a reduction of out-of-state fees through the Midwest Student Exchange Program.

 

TO MAKE APPLICATION TO UMKC DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE PROGRAMS:

ALL APPLICANTS FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEATRE

Please complete the UMKC admissions procedures at http://www.umkc.edu/admissions/idx-0101procs.html (domestic students) or http://www.umkc.edu/isao/ (international students).

You are encouraged to attend a Freshman or Transfer Student Orientation, arranged through http://www.umkc.edu/admissions/orientation/

 


PROSPECTIVE MFA ACTING STUDENTS:

Request three letters of recommendation each with recommendation form. Submit a photo with resume and a statement of purpose including a two page essay:  page 1) the most memorable moment you’ve had in the theatre and page (2 a defining moment you’ve had in life (unrelated to theatre).

Mail these to:

Cynthia Stofiel
Student Affairs Representative
Department of Theatre 404 PAC
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Honorary Patricia McIlrath Street
4949 Cherry Street
Kansas City MO 64110

Click Here for Letter of Recommendation

Prepare an audition of three pieces:

two contrasting, 1 ˝ to 2 minute monologues; one from a contemporary play; the second, 20-30 lines of Shakespearean (dramatic literature) verse, as well as;

third, 16 bars of a song from a Broadway musical performed a cappella or with recorded accompaniment (you provide CD/tape and player).

We will be represented at the U/RTA auditions for graduate programs in actor training in New York, Chicago and Las Vegas. For more information on U/RTA, go to: www.urta.com.

Auditions are also available as listed below. There is a $35 audition fee for these audition slots. Please make a check payable to “UMKC Theatre K1459” and mail to: Cindy Stofiel, UMKC Theatre, 404 PAC, 4949 Cherry Street, KCMO 64110. Include the location, date and approximate time of the audition you are requesting. Also, include your phone number and e-mail address. You will be contacted to confirm your audition once the check is received.

New York  

Wednesday, January 30, 2008
9:00 am–3:00 pm     Some walk-ins may be available – please bring a check for $35 audition fee.  (15 minute slots)
Crowne Plaza, 1605 Broadway, room 506, fifth floor

There is a $35 audition fee for these audition slots. Please make a check payable to “UMKC Theatre K1459” and mail to: Cindy Stofiel, UMKC Theatre, 404 PAC, 4949 Cherry Street, KCMO 64110. Include the location, date and approximate time of the audition you are requesting. Also, include your phone number and e-mail address. You will be contacted to confirm your audition once the check is received.

Please mail HS/R, three rec letters with forms, and statement of purpose, including a two page essay:  page 1) the most memorable moment you’ve had in the theatre and page (2 a defining moment you’ve had in life (unrelated to theatre), to UMKC to be received by January 21. Walk-ins, please hand carry.

Chicago

Wednesday, February 6 and Thursday, February 7, 2008
Scheduled appointments 8 am - 5 pm     
Some walk-ins may be available – please bring a check for $35 audition fee.   (15 minute slots)
Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 East Wacker Drive

East Tower, Blue Level, room Skyway 284

There is a $35 audition fee for these audition slots. Please make a check payable to UMKC Theatre K1459” and mail to: Cindy Stofiel, UMKC Theatre, 404 PAC, 4949 Cherry Street, KCMO 64110. Include the location, date and approximate time of the audition you are requesting. Also, include your phone number and e-mail address. You will be contacted to confirm your audition once the check is received.

Please mail HS/R, three recommendation letters with forms, and statement of purpose, including a two page essay:  page 1) the most memorable moment you’ve had in the theatre and page (2 a defining moment you’ve had in life (unrelated to theatre) to UMKC to be received by January 28. Walk-ins, please hand carry.

Las Vegas      Auditions through U/RTA only.

Please mail HS/R, three recommendation letters with forms, and statement of purpose, including a two page essay:  page 1) the most memorable moment you’ve had in the theatre and page (2 a defining moment you’ve had in life (unrelated to theatre) to UMKC by January 28. Walk-ins, please hand carry.

Kansas City

Saturday, February 16, 2008 
9:00-10:00 am warm-up; followed by individual audition appointments (10 minute slots). Faculty panel of recruiters.

Contact third year actor/student ambassador Sam Gaines, stgm7f@umkc.edu, to arrange attending classes in the days prior to/after the audition or for possible assistance with lodging.
Wear warm-up clothes. Bring audition clothes.
UMKC campus, 4949 Cherry Street, Performing Arts Center, Studio 119. Signs will be posted to direct you to the studio.

There is a $35 audition fee for these audition slots. Please make a check payable to “UMKC Theatre K1459” and mail to: Cindy Stofiel, UMKC Theatre, 404 PAC, 4949 Cherry Street, KCMO 64110. Include the location, date and approximate time of the audition you are requesting. Also, include your phone number and e-mail address. You will be contacted to confirm your audition once the check is received.
CONFIRM RECEIPT PRIOR TO WEEKEND or HAND CARRY HS/R, THREE RECOMMENDATION LETTERS, STATEMENT OF PURPOSE TO AUDITION.

Offers may be made beginning the following Monday 2/18/2008.

 

PROSPECTIVE MFA DESIGN/TECHNOLOGY AND STAGE MANAGEMENT STUDENTS:

Request that two letters of recommendation, each with the attached recommendation form be sent to the professor in your discipline listed below. Submit resume and portfolio to the professor. Mail these to:

ATTN: Professor ____________
Department of Theatre 404 PAC
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Honorary Patricia McIlrath Street
4949 Cherry Street
Kansas City MO 64110

UMKC Theatre representative(s) will attend U/RTA interviews.  For more information on U/RTA go to: www.urta.com

Contact the professor to schedule an interview:

Costume Design Lindsay Davis DavisLin@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2771

Lighting Design Victor En Yu Tan TanV@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2767

Scenic Design Gene Friedman FriedmanG@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2773

Sound Design Tom Mardikes MardikesT@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2964

Stage Management Ron Schaeffer SchaefferR@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2783

Technical Direction Chuck Hayes HayesC@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2772

 

PROSPECTIVE MA STUDENTS:

Submit resume, writing sample and two letters of recommendation to:
ATTN: Dr. Felicia Londré
Department of Theatre 404 PAC
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Honorary Patricia McIlrath Street
4949 Cherry Street
Kansas City MO 64110

Contact the professor to schedule an interview:
Dr. Felicia Londré LondreF@umkc.edu 1-816-235-2781

For priority consideration for Fall 2007 admission to the Master of Arts in Theatre program, UMKC application and transcripts must be received by the UMKC Admissions Office and supplemental application materials must be received by Dr. Londré NO LATER THAN MARCH 1, 2007. Late applications (and applications for Winter 2007 admission) will be considered only if the program has not exceeded its enrollment limitation. In the event that there are openings for Winter 2007, application materials must be received no later than November 1.

Students entering the M.A. program may be asked to take a diagnostic examination in order to determine academic deficiencies and enable faculty to consult more effectively on planning the student’s program.  Any deficiencies in undergraduate work must be made up in the first semester of graduate work if possible, but no later than the first year.

In order to continue enrollment in the Master of Arts in Theatre program, a student must maintain a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher.

 

UNIVERSITY APPLICATION - DOMESTIC STUDENTS

Access admissions procedures at http://www.umkc.edu/admissions/idx-0101procs.html

Print an application form at http://www.umkc.edu/admissions/ADM3050308 loose app.pdf

File an application on-line and pay with a credit card at http://www.umkc.edu/admissions/

Mail a completed University application form and $35.00 fee to:

Office of Admissions
Administrative Center
University of Missouri-Kansas City
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City MO 64110

Graduate Students: Request that official transcripts from each college attended be sent to the Admissions Office. Undergraduates check on transcript and ACT requirements at the admissions website.  A FAFSA financial aid application form may be completed and submitted at www.fafsa.ed.gov

Paper copies are available upon request.


UNIVERSITY APPLICATION - INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

For information on International Admissions, visit http://www.umkc.edu/isao/.   
Please note at that site the amount of application fee.

To request a mailed packet or for assistance, contact: 

                   Cindy Stofiel, Student Affairs Representative
                   816-235-6683 stofielc@umkc.edu

 

   

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