Performing Arts Department

SCHOLARSHIPS, STIPENDS and ASSISTANTSHIPS

Several scholarships are awarded by the Department of Performing Arts each academic year.

Scholarships
Marc Breax Endowed Dance Scholarship
Marcus A. Broussard III Theatre Arts Scholarship
Ronald C. Kern Endowed Theatre Scholarship
Liberace Foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship
Evelyn Elizabeth Lockman Endowed Dance Scholarship
UL Lafayette Department of Performing Arts Scholarship

Scholarship Auditions
Auditions are required as a part of the process of awarding scholarships given by the department. Individual awards can range from $450 to $2000.

Dance Audition Guidelines
Dance audition guidelines vary according to the specific requirements of the scholarship. Specific application forms are available from the department upon request. Further details and information are available by calling the department office at (337) 482-6357.

Theatre Audition Guidelines
All theatre auditions carry the same requirements.

• You must perform two monologues (memorized) contrasting in mood (for example, comedy/drama). If you wish to sing, you should in addition sing 16 bars from a Broadway musical (accompaniment will not be provided).
  
• We urge you to choose pieces that you feel strongly about, and show you at your best. Read the entire play (questions are sometimes asked about the play as a whole). Monologues should be no longer than two minutes each.
  
• We prefer that you stay away from dialects, and pieces out of your age range. "Cold Readings" will not be permitted.
  
• Wear comfortable clothing. Costumes and props are not permitted (hand props are okay).
• Videotapes will not be accepted (in place of auditioning).
  
• Bring a current photo and resume that you can leave (detailing any theatre experience, references, academics and employment).
  
• Bring at least one letter of recommendation, your ACT or SAT score, class ranking and your high school or transfer student transcripts, unless those materials are already on file in the PFAR department.
  
• Write a paragraph or two about yourself and why you want to concentrate in theatre or dance (typed).

Assistantships

A limited number of department assistantships or stipends are awarded for students with an interest and/or expertise in Technical Theatre, Arts Management, or Costumes. PFAR Assistantships and stipends are awarded based on the following criteria: work ethic, responsibility, professionalism and GPA, and are dependent on the departmental budget. Additionally, workstudy, UL Lafayette scholarships and other financial aid opportunities may be available from UL Lafayette Office of Student Financial Aid.