Performing Arts Department: Scholarships

Incoming freshman scholarship auditions for the Performing Arts Department will be Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

For more information, visit our admissions section for complete details about the admissions process, including schedules and deadlines.

Audition Requirements (Incoming 9th Graders ONLY)

The following are the Performing Arts audition requirements for incoming 9th graders:

Music

Students are asked to prepare, with their own voice or instrument, three pieces, sections of pieces, or one single piece that has contrasting sections. Please also bring a short biography covering your background in music.

All students should display technical ability and musical expression.  Your selections do not need to be memorized.  The most important thing is to relax, feel comfortable and show us what you can do!

Any student who auditions needs to be aware that the acceptance of scholarship monies obligates that student to be a member of one of the school’s year-long music ensembles pertaining to your particular talent.  E.G. instrument = orchestra, voice = Show Choir (per audition) or Concert Choir (per audition).

Dramatic Arts

Students interested in Dramatic Arts should prepare a two-minute monologue to present at their audition.  If the student is interested in Musical Theatre he/she should prepare a one minute monologue and also prepare a song to perform.  Please bring two copies of the musical selection: one for the accompanist and the other for the adjudicators. They should also prepare a list which tells what theatre productions they have been in, where, when, and who directed them.

Judging will be based on an ability to create a character and deliver an accurate vocal interpretation of the piece. Memorization is not a requirement, but it is a good professional habit to acquire.  The most important thing is to relax, feel comfortable and show us what you can do!

Any student who auditions needs to be aware that the acceptance of scholarship monies obligates that student to audition for our three Main Stage productions and be active in our ITS Drama Troupe #2780.

Dance

Students should prepare an original dance routine no shorter than one and no longer than two minutes. In this routine please focus on extension, leaps, and turns. They should be sure to bring their own music and appropriate clothes and shoes for the dance that they will audition on. Students need to provide information about their dance background which should include names of instructors and years of instruction.

Judging will be based on technique and potential ability.

Any student who auditions needs to be aware that the acceptance of scholarship monies obligates that student to be a member of one of the school’s year-long Dance Companies (placement will be determined at a later time).

Audition Requirements (Current 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders ONLY)

The following are the Performing Arts audition requirements for current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders:

Music

Students must come prepared to perform a short piece on their own instrument or voice.   A piano and music stand will be provided as well as an accompanist.

All students should display technical ability and musical expression.  The most important thing is to relax, feel comfortable and show what you can do!

Any student who auditions needs to be aware that the acceptance of scholarship monies obligates that student to be a member of one of the school’s year-long music ensembles pertaining to your particular talent.  E.G. instrument = orchestra, voice = Show Choir (per audition) or Concert Choir (per audition).

Dramatic Arts

Students should prepare a one to two minute memorized monologue to present at their audition.  They should prepare a list which tells what theatre productions they have been in, where, when, and who directed them.

Judging will be based on an ability to create a character and deliver an accurate vocal interpretation of the monologue.

Any student that auditions needs to be aware of the fact that the acceptance of scholarship monies obligates that student to audition for our three Main Stage productions and be active in our ITS Drama Troupe #2780.

Dance

Students should prepare an original dance routine of no longer than two minutes. In this routine please focus on extension, leaps, and turns. They should be sure to bring their own music and appropriate clothes and shoes for the dance that they will audition on. Students need to provide information about their dance background which should include names of instructors and years of instruction.

Judging will be based on technique and potential ability.

Any student who auditions needs to be aware that the acceptance of scholarship monies obligates that student to be a member of one of the school’s year-long Dance Companies (placement will be determined at a later time).