STUDENT INTEREST SURVEY

Upcoming Events at the Brooks Center

JOIN THE FRIENDS OF THE BROOKS CENTER

May 6th, 2008 - June 2nd, 2008 at 1:00 pm - We ask you to take a moment to consider your part in our pursuit of excellence as we prepare for our Learn More...

WordBRIDGE Playwrights Laboratory

June 7th, 2008 - June 22nd, 2008 at 1:00 pm - A collaboration between the Clemson’s Department of Performing Arts and the Generous Company, a non- Learn More...

WordBRIDGE • New Play Development: Past, Present and Future in the United States

June 10th, 2008 at 4:30 pm - As part of WordBRIDGE a panel discussion on the development of new plays in the United States is pla Learn More...

WordBRIDGE • Workshop/Lecture with Crosby Hunt

June 11th, 2008 at 4:30 pm - As part of WordBRIDGE Crosby Hunt will lead a workshop/lecture on storytelling. Hunt is a theatre p Learn More...

WordBRIDGE • Presents Daniel Stein in "TIMEPIECE"

June 13th, 2008 at 8:00 pm - As a part of WordBRIDGE, Daniel Stein will perform his one-man mime movement work "Timepiece," a wor Learn More...

AUDITIONS FOR THE CLASS OF 2008
TAKE PLACE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, AND
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18, AT 10:00 AM

CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS FOR DETAILS
(864) 656-3043

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • I want to visit the Performing Arts Department and Brooks Center and would like to talk with someone about the music/theatre/audio engineering major. Is that possible?
  • Do I have to be a Performing Arts major to play in the band, take voice lessons, audition for a play or take part in other performing arts activities?
    • No – all performing arts performing ensembles are open to all Clemson University students by audition.
  • When will I know if I passed my audition?
    • If you complete the Clemson University admission process by December 1 and audition on or before February 18, 2008, you will be notified in late-February. If either of these deadlines are missed, you will be notified as soon as possible after your audition and Clemson application are completed.
  • My SAT scores are OK – but not really high. I’ve been doing theatre since I was in grammar school and really want to pursue my interest. Should I go ahead and audition or will my SAT’s keep me out of the program?
    • Admission to Clemson University is competitive, however, standardized tests are just one component of the admission process. We encourage all interested students to apply and audition.
  • I am a perspective Audio Engineering major, but would like to receive an application for a music scholarship.
    • Talent-based scholarships are determined by on-campus auditions. Contact us at Perf-Arts-L@clemson.edu or 864-656-3043 to set up an audition. See our website for specific scholarship audition requirements.
  • How can I get involved in theatre if I’m not going to major or minor in PA?
    • The Clemson Players student organization is open to all Clemson University students and any student can audition or work on our theatrical productions.
  • Do I have to audition to minor in music or theatre?
    • No.
  • Do I have to have a minor?
    • Production Studies in Performing Arts majors do have to have a minor. Certain other majors at Clemson require a minor and others don’t. You will need to check with whatever major you intend to pursue for the specific minor requirements.
  • I am a Political Science major but would like to minor in music or theatre. Can I do that?
    • Yes, any student can pursue a music or theatre minor at Clemson University.
  • If I major in Music can I minor in Theatre?
    • Yes, and theatre majors can minor in music.
  • Can I minor in Audio Engineering?
    • We only offer minors in music and theatre.
  • What kind of scholarships do you offer? Where can I get more information and an application?
  • Do I have to audition separately for a scholarship?
    • No, your entrance audition can serve as a scholarship audition. Make sure you inform the audition committee of this at the time of your audition.
  • After I audition, when will I know if I’m getting a scholarship?
    • Scholarship announcements are typically made in April.
  • I love Clemson and I’m really interested in the PA program. But I would like to focus more on Dance since that is what I’ve been involved in for many years. I’ve been looking at your web site but don’t see very much about dance. Where can I learn more about Dance at Clemson?
    • The Department of Performing Arts sponsors classes in jazz, modern, and ballet. We also sponsor the University Dance Company and the Tiger Band Dancers. Contact our Dance Instructor, Cheryl Hosler, for more information: chosler@clemson.edu. Other dance opportunities at Clemson include the Clemson Dancers and the Rally Cats.
  • I want to change my major to Audio Engineering. Is there someone I can talk to? What do I have to do?