Entrance Auditions and Interviews

Entrance Audition and Interview (EAI) Days 2025-2026

Join us on campus to learn more about our programs, meet our faculty, and be considered for talent awards!

In previous years, the Department of Theatre and Dance conducted its annual Entrance Audition and Interview Day (formerly titled Talent Award Day) in January. Beginning this year, we are excited to offer two opportunities for students to audition or submit a portfolio for review – one in the fall (early November) and one in the winter (mid-January).

This is a chance for prospective students to audition or submit a portfolio to be considered for department talent awards. Students must intend to apply to the College of Charleston in order to participate. Interested students may attend in-person or submit materials virtually.

Please note:

While an audition/portfolio review is not required for acceptance into the Theatre major, auditions are required for placement into Dance technique classes and acceptance into the Performance and Choreography concentration of the Dance major.
EAI Days are designed for prospective students interested in majoring in Theatre or Dance. However, students must still apply to the College of Charleston through the Office of Admissions.This is a separate process from applying for departmental awards or scholarships. View more information about the College's admissions requirements and processes.

Learn more and register

The 2025-2026 EAI Days will be held on Friday, November 7th, 2025 and Saturday, January 24th, 2026. Registration is now open for November 7th. A detailed schedule will be shared with registered students in October.

Important Dates:

November 10, 2025: Registration for Winter EAI Day opens
January 16, 2026: Registration for Winter EAI Day closes
January 24, 2026: Winter EAI Day

We are proud to offer Entrance Audition and Interview Days as a free event for all interested students.