Design and Production Application Requirements

Eligibility

The Wildcat Performing Arts Academy Design & Production Intensive is open to students entering grades 9 (in 2024) through current graduating seniors (class of 2024). 

Application Submission Guidelines

Students must submit samples of their production or design work, if a student has not been part of a production we ask that they submit something they have created. Specific guidelines are below. 

NOTE: Students with limited experience who are curious and passionate about theatre and design are still encouraged to apply!

Please provide a statement of intent, either by written essay or video. The statement should include the following:

  • A brief introduction of yourself
  • Why you are interested in the Wildcat Performing Arts Academy: Design & Production Intensive
  • Why you are passionate about theatre design & production work
    • Highlight any design and production experience you have had
  • 10 GB Maximum File Size

Upload no more than five samples of your work using the following guidelines: 

  • Size:
    • Uploads can be multiple pages long
    • The maximum size for each upload is 10GB
  • Samples: 
  • Photos or videos of your completed work
  • Production or Design specific paperwork
  • Design presentations
  • Unrealized Designs (designs you have done that were never onstage)
  • Items that may be included in a Theatrical Portfolio
  • We understand that there is a wide variety of production examples throughout the technical theatre and production realm, and we are looking for samples that you are proud of.

NOTE: If you have not done specific production work but have been a creator of some kind you may upload samples of anything you have created (art, managerial paperwork, robotics work, costume creation, photography, podcasts, video production, etc.) 

Provide a letter from a teacher, coach, director, or mentor who can highlight the skills/qualities you have in any of the following topics: theatre, technical theatre, theatre production, leadership, or arts endeavors. 

 

10 MB Maximum File Size

Resume

Things to include on your resume: 

  • Production experience 
  • Classes you have taken in art, design, CAD, computer software, programming, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, or any other relevant training
  • Clubs and organizations you have participated in
  • 10 GB Maximum File Size
     

Headshot

If you do not have a headshot please upload a recent professional photo of yourself. 

10 GB Maximum File Size

Application

Online Application

Click here to fill out an application (via Google Forms) and upload your audition materials. 

 

Deadlines

Application Deadline: April 21, 2024*

Admissions Notification: May 3, 2024

*Applications will remain open until the program is full. Rolling application submissions will be reviewed on a weekly basis.