Auditions are open to all UCA students

regardless of your major or minor.

 

 

AUDITIONS FOR FESTIVAL OF ONE ACT PLAYS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

TIME:  TBA – Please check back for exact time

There are 11 directors who will need approximately 50 actors. This is a great opportunity to get involved!

Prepare a one-minute monologue

Bridges/Larson Theatre

Snow Fine Arts Center

 

If you need further information, contact Liz Parker, UCA Theatre Production Manager, at LizP@uca.edu

 

High School Audition Day

Saturday, December 10, 2011

10:30 am – Check in

11:00 am – Auditions Begin

 

UCA Theatre hosts the annual High School Audition Day for high school seniors (or college transfers) who are interested in auditioning for scholarships in Theatre. Each college in Arkansas is invited to our campus in Conway to watch your audition and talk to you one-on-one about their theatre programs. This is a great opportunity for you to meet college faculty/staff and to discuss your college plans with them.

Please note:  This is not an audition for CASTING you in a play or for ENTRY into a specific Theatre program. This audition is for scholarships only.

Here’s what you need to do!

1) Fill out a registration form and return it by December 5, 2011. Registration is free. Your registration form must be postmarked or faxed by December 5 to secure your audition spot. Do not mail or fax your registration form after December 5. On-site registration will begin at 10:30 am on December 10. Those registering on December 10 will be allowed to audition on a first-come, first-served basis and only if time allows. Pre-registration is highly encouraged.

2) Prepare a 60-second monologue of your choice. Please choose a monologue that best demonstrates your abilities. Please choose a monologue from a play, not a movie. Also, please choose a MONOLOGUE, with one person only. Do not attempt to play more than one character in a scene. Your audition will be timed. You will be asked to stop if you exceed the time limit.

3) If you wish to sing, prepare an additional 30 seconds of singing, for a total of 90 seconds for the entire audition. You must provide your own taped/CD accompaniment. You must also bring your own battery-operated tape/CD player. No piano will be provided. You may also sing a cappella.

4) Design/Technical Theatre Students – Please bring a design portfolio, artwork, or other similar materials. Design/Technical students do not need to prepare a monologue, however, you are welcome to do so. If you are not preparing a monologue, please let us know when you check in.One-on-one interviews with the faculty from the colleges attending will begin immediately following the audition process. You will be able to visit with as many colleges as you wish. Colleges will also post a list of students they would like to speak with.

Do not attach a resume to your registration form. Colleges will receive copies of your registration form only. However, you may pass out your resume to the individual college representatives during your one-on-one interview.

The audition process itself will probably be finished by 12:30. The interview sessions will begin around this time. The amount of time you spend here will be determined by how many colleges you wish to visit and how many other students are in line ahead of you. Most of the interview sessions are over by 3:00 pm. Parents are welcome to attend the interview sessions, however, parents/teachers/advisors will not be allowed to view the auditions.

Make sure your registration form is postmarked or faxed by December 5. The address is listed at the bottom of the form. Fax your form to 501-450-3102.For a map of the UCA campus and directions to the Snow Fine Arts Center, please click here.

Registration Form

Printable Student Information

Need other information? Call Liz Parker at 501-450-5092 or email LizP@uca.edu

 

Here is a list of colleges who have informed us that they plan to attend. Please check back as we will add more colleges when we hear from them.

 

University of Central Arkansas
Conway

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro

Lyon College
Batesville

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

Arkansas State University
Beebe

Harding University
Searcy

Henderson State University
Arkadelphia

 

These scholarships vary in amount and are awarded to students who have the potential to contribute leadership to our program by filling positions as performers, technicians, or production assistants. Scholarships are available to all Theatre majors and minors and are awarded on a semester basis. Applications and requirements for these scholarships are available from the Theatre Business Manager, Snow Fine Arts 233 or by clicking here for:

NEW APPLICATION – Entering freshmen only!

CONTINUING AND TRANSFER STUDENTS – Regardless of whether you’ve previously received a performance scholarship.

LEONA SCOTT BOOK SCHOLARSHIP – The UCA Theatre Foundation offers book scholarships to deserving Theatre students in memory of Leona Scott, long-time Director of Theatre. This scholarship is made possible by patrons, alumni, faculty, and staff who donate to the UCA Theatre Foundation. Students who apply for Performance Scholarships are automatically considered for the Theatre Foundation Scholarships. No separate application is necessary.
 

JAMES BRIDGES SCHOLARSHIP – Junior and Senior Theatre and Film students are eligible for the James Bridges Scholarship. The money supports outstanding student-artists as they pursue studies in Acting, Directing, or Dramatic Writing for the stage, film, or TV. Applications are taken in the Spring of each year with the scholarship awarded for the following year. Deadlines vary, but will normally be around April 1. Applicants must submit an approved Artistic Project in their area of interest. See the Theatre Business Manager in Snow Fine Arts or call 501-450-5092 for requirements, applications, and exact deadlines.

WILLIAM C. PLUMMER SCHOLARSHIP – Senior Theatre majors (90 hours or more) are eligible for the William C. Plummer Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded based upon financial need. Applications are taken in the Spring of each year with the scholarship awarded for the following year. Deadlines vary, but will normally be around April 1. Contact the Theatre Business Manager in Snow Fine Arts 233 or call 501-450-5092 for requirements, applications, and exact deadlines.

PAID STAFF – UCA Theatre has a number of paid staff positions available in scenery, lights, costumes, props and theatre management. Some of these positions are available through the Federal Work Study program. UCA Theatre also has a limited number of paid staff positions for skilled workers regardless of their eligibility for financial aid. See the Theatre Business Manager in Snow Fine Arts 233 for applications and requirements.

 

If you have questions, please contact Liz Parker at 501-450-5092 or lizp@uca.edu

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Alpha Psi Omega is the national honorary theatre fraternity for 4 year colleges and universities. The purposes and duties of the organization are to honor those who have contributed to the University of Central Arkansas Theatre program, and to provide a continuous working body for the theatre, to provide leadership for others interested in and working in theatre, to provide a dramatic association organized on the most democratic basis where every member of a student body may have equal opportunity for expression, to provide a fraternity whose motto is fellowship and service, and to stimulate interest in the university theatre program.
Prospective members are nominated by current members and advisors based upon the student’s active participation at UCA Theatre. Prospective members must have participated in UCA Theatre activities two semesters prior to being considered for membership and must be actively participating during the semester they are to be considered for membership. This nomination will be based upon an assigned point system as established by the Zeta Delta Cast.
Prospective members must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or better. The current membership will nominate a pledge class at least once a year. Alpha Psi Omega believes that theatre students should be well-rounded in all areas of theatre production and performance. Therefore, the point system is divided into three categories: Performance – 40 points must be earned in this category. Production – 40 points must be earned in this category. Business – 20 points must be earned in this category.
Alpha Psi Omega provides a leadership role for all UCA Theatre productions. Members of Alpha Psi Omega have proven themselves to be true theatre artists. They understand that directors, designers, actors and technicians must all work together toward the common goal of seeing a play produced for an audience. Working under this assumption, members of Alpha Psi Omega make themselves available for whatever task needs to be completed, including prop-making, scenery painting, lighting and sound design, costume construction, stage managing, running crews, board operators, backstage crews, house managing, and ushering. Alpha Psi Omega sponsors an annual get-together where freshmen theatre students are introduced to their classmates and faculty. Alpha Psi Omega members are called upon to be ambassadors of UCA Theatre as prospective students visit our campus throughout the year. Alpha Psi Omega also sponsors the Curtain Call Ball, including coordinating the event and providing food and entertainment.Alpha Psi Omega also undertakes at least one service project for the university or community throughout the year.

2011-12 Membership
President -Bradley Mancil
Vice President – Haley Tynes
Secretary/Treasurer –  Hali Free
Corresponding Secretary – Tyler Gunther
Service Secretary -Christy Ward
Allison Benton
Eriko Terao
A.D. Balch
Stefani Johnson
Hunter Thompson
Nano Kasuga
Matt Duncan

2011-12 Pledge Class

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Performance Scholarship Application (for incoming freshmen only).

Performance Scholarship Application (for continuing or transfer students only).

Irene Ryan Red Light/Green Light list of plays (For Irene Ryan competition)

Play proposal submission form.

Genre Rotation of Plays for each Season

Undergraduate Bulletin 

Application for Use of the Studio Theatre

 

Mr. Marmalade

by Noah Haidle

November 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 2011
7:30 pm
Bridges/Larson Theatre
Snow Fine Arts Center

Four year old Lucy is left alone far too many times by her promiscuous mother. And Lucy only wants to have tea with her imaginary friend, Mr. Marmalade. But he’s too busy at the office. This savage, dark comedy explores the way children absorb adult issues and what it takes for them to grow up in these troubled times. This 2005 Off-Broadway hit is recommended for mature audiences only.

$10 each for general public, 2 free with a current UCA I.D.
Seats are reserved and reservations are highly recommended.

 

Festival of One Act Plays

December 6, 7, 8, 2011
7:30 pm
Bridges/Larson Theatre
Snow Fine Arts Center

One of our most popular events, the Festival of One Act Plays features two to three different one-acts each evening. Directed, cast, and produced by our 2011 Directing class, there’s sure to be something for everyone in this special series.
Complete information on  titles and subject matter will be available in early November.

Admission is free. Tickets are not required. Seats are not reserved. Doors open at 7:00 pm each evening.

 

The King of the Ice Cream Mountain

by Jerrold James Mundis & Robert Edward Leonard

February 3, 2012 at 7:30 pm
February 4, 2012 at 10:00 am
Reynolds Performance Hall

The Kingdom of Frozenburr is where all the world’s ice cream is mined and is ruled by the long-suffering King Bumpygruff, who can’t seem to find a remedy for his sore feet. When he offers half his kingdom for a cure, the wicked Zeno plans to take over the realm. But Muffles the Penguin and Princess Happy have other ideas!
Bring the whole family!
Admission is free. Tickets are not required and seats are not reserved.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain.

 

Our Town

by Thornton Wilder

February 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 2012
7:30 pm
Bridges/Larson Theatre
Snow Fine Arts Center

Change comes slowly to the people of Grover’s Corners, as life’s fundamental meaning and significance are contemplated in this Pulitzer Prize winning drama. We follow the Gibbs and Webb families as they come to grips with life’s joys and sorrows in this American classic.

$10 each for general public, 2 free with a current UCA I.D.
Seats are reserved and reservations are highly recommended.

 

The Taming of the Shrew

by William Shakespeare

April 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 2012
7:30 pm
Bridges/Larson Theatre
Snow Fine Arts Center

The beautiful Bianca cannot b e married until her elder sister, Katharina, is betrothed. But getting someone to tolerate Katharina’s shrewish behavior is a major obstacle. Enter Petrucchio, a fortune-seeker who takes on the challenge…for a price, of course. The 1967 film version featured the late Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton in the title roles.

$10 each for general public, 2 free with a current UCA I.D.
Seats are reserved and reservations are highly recommended.

 

TICKET INFORMATION

Unless otherwise noted, tickets are $10.00 each for the general public. UCA faculty, staff, and students may secure two tickets free with a current UCA I.D.
Advance reservations are highly recommended for performances requiring tickets.

Tickets are available through UCA Ticket Central located in the
box office at Reynolds Performance Hall.
Box office hours are 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.
501-450-3265
The general public may purchase tickets online at  http://www.uca.edu/tickets

Would you like to receive information via Email?

We’d be happy to remind you about shows opening, ticket information, and up-to-date details.  Send your name and email address to LizP@uca.edu.

 

 

Mr. Marmalade

by Noah Haidle

November 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 2011

7:30 pm

Bridges/Larson Theatre

Snow Fine Arts Center

 

Lucy is a 4 year-old who is left alone far too many times by her promiscuous mother. She only wants to have tea with her imaginary friend, Mr. Marmalade, but he’s too busy at the office.
This savage, dark comedy explores the way children absorb adult issues and what it takes for them to grow up in these troubled times.

This 2005 Off-Broadway hit is recommended for mature audiences only.

Tickets are $10 each for the general public

2 free with a current UCA ID

Call UCA Ticket Central at 501-450-3265 for reservations.

Click here for the rest of our 2011-2012 Season

Would you like to receive information via Email?

We’d be happy to remind you about shows opening, ticket information, and up-to-date details.  Send your name and email address to LizP@uca.edu.

 

 

 

 

UCA Theatre has three performance spaces.The Bridges/Larson Theatre (formerly Centre Stage) in the Snow Fine Arts Center is a fully equipped, 300 seat proscenium stage with adjoining shop areas for both scenery and costume construction.The Studio Theatre is a fully equipped “black box” space, also in the Snow Fine Arts Center.
Opened in the Fall of 2000, the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall is a 1200 seat performance hall with state-of-art equipment. It is also wired for live radio and television broadcasts.