Scholarships are available based on participation level, talent, skill, and experience.
Auditions may be with a short prepared monologue or reading, or with material provided by the department upon arrival. Students interested in technical work must come to Southwestern for an interview. The Theatre Arts Major is designed to prepare students for professional work in the world of theatre, for graduate study theatre, and for development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that prepare the student as a liberally educated individual living in our world of many and changing careers. The Theatre Arts Minor is available for all students who wish to major in another academic area, but who want transcript recognition for serious academic study in theatre. Studies include overview of acting, stagecraft, vocal and physical training, and theatre history.