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AMDA will be represented at the NACAC National College and Performing and Visual Arts Fairs!
Come visit an AMDA Representative at one of the following Fairs:
Performing and Visual Arts Fairs:
Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Interlochen, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, Philadelphia, Portland, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa, Washington D.C.
National College Fairs:
Atlantic City, Baltimore, Baton Rouge, Boise, Chicago, Cincinnati, Ft. Lauderdale, Indianapolis, Long Island, Minnesota, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Portland, St. Louis, Seattle, Spokane, Washington D.C.
Application to The American Musical and Dramatic Academy is a two-part process to determine the potential of the applicant as a performer and as a candidate for AMDA's concentrated program of study.
APPLICATION:
Applications for admission and complete instructions may be obtained from the AMDA Admission Office. The application fee is $50 (payable in
Application for admission and complete instructions may be obtained from the AMDA Admission Office. The application fee is $50 (payable in U.S. funds only) and is non-refundable. All applicants must submit official high school transcripts and official academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (if applicable). High school seniors must submit a final official high school transcript verifying date of graduation prior to beginning AMDA classes. This transcript must have an official signature or seal of the school. Students may not enroll at AMDA without a high school diploma or an official recognized equivalent of a high school diploma.
Each applicant must submit two AMDA Recommendation Forms, completed by teachers, directors and/or a professional in the industry, which comment on the applicant's work as an actor, singer, dancer and/or performing artist. Character references may be substituted if professional recommendations are not available.
Although ACT/SAT standardized tests are not required, students may submit their test scores. AMDA’s ACT code is 2671; AMDA’s SAT code is 2103.
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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants must audition for admission to AMDA. Auditions are held at AMDA New York and AMDA Los Angeles on a regular basis and regional auditions are held annually throughout the country. An appointment is required for all auditions. Click Here for audition schedules. In addition, applicants are encouraged to contact the Admissions Department directly. International applicants may audition by videotape.
AUDITION INFORMATION:
The audition performance should not exceed 4 minutes in total. Monologues should be from published plays; original monologues, plays, scripts should not be used. The use of props during an audition is not permitted.
Monologues:
▪ Select a monologue from a published play.
▪ If performing two monologues; be sure the monologues are contrasting material. ▪ Monologues may be from contemporary and/or classical literature.
Songs:
▪ Musical audition should be approximately two-minutes in length or 32 bars of a song.
▪ Song should be from musical theatre or classical repertoire.
▪ Applicants are required to bring sheet music which will be played by an accompanist provided by AMDA.
▪ On the sheet music, indicate the start and finish points for the audition.
▪ Be sure the sheet music is in the appropriate key for your vocal range.
▪ Applicants will be taught and perform two contrasting combinations: One ballet exercise and one Jazz progression.
▪ Applicants may also be asked to perform a prepared solo dance piece. The piece should be 60-90 seconds in length and may be in the style of the applicant’s choice. Styles include but are not limited to: Classical Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary or Broadway.
▪ Applicants must bring all appropriate dance shoes and fitted dance attire.
▪ If asked to present the prepared solo piece at the audition, applicants will need to provide a CD of the music. CD stereo will be provided by AMDA.
(Please see specific audition information/preparation listed above).
I. Bachelor of Fine Arts Programs [4 Year Degree Programs]
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting
Two 2-minute contrasting monologues from published plays
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre
One 2-minute monologue from a published play
One song from the musical theatre or classical repertoire
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts
Depending on the preferred focus of study, applicants should be prepared to perform either:
Two 2-minute contrasting monologues from published plays
OR
One song from musical theatre or classical repertoire
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Theatre
Two contrasting combinations will be taught: One ballet exercise and one Jazz progression.
One 60-90 second prepared dance solo.
II. Conservatory Programs: [2 Year Certificate Programs]
Studio Program [Acting for Stage, Film and Television]
Two 2-minute contrasting monologues from published plays
Integrated Program [Acting, Musical Theatre and Dance]
One 2-minute monologue from a published play.
One song from the musical theatre or classical repertoire
Dance Theatre Program [Dance for the Performing Artist]
Two contrasting combinations will be taught: One ballet exercise and one Jazz progression.
One 60-90 second prepared dance solo.
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SEMESTER OF ENROLLMENT:
Students may begin enrollment in the Bachelor of Fine Arts Program or Conservatory Program in:
Summer (June)
Fall (October)
Spring (February)
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
I-20 will be sent upon receipt of the tuition deposit. All payments must be made in U.S. dollars. As a provision of the I-20, International students can only work for AMDA. Student employment is based on an application and interview process and the availability of job openings. International applicants should be realistic about living expenses in the U.S. as student employment at AMDA is not guaranteed.
HOUSING:
AMDA offers housing to all enrolled students. Although students are not required to live in housing facilitated by AMDA, many do choose to take advantage of this service. Students are placed in fully furnished residences, which are in the school's neighborhood or, in
AMDA ~ New York
Stratford Arms Amsterdam Residence
AMDA ~ Los Angeles
Los Angeles Bungalows Los Angeles Apartment Housing
STUDENT HEALTH:
The training at AMDA is highly demanding. All accepted applicants must submit a completed health report attesting to his/her ability to meet the rigorous nature of the program before enrollment. The form may be obtained from the Admission Office. AMDA may require an accepted applicant to address specific health concerns or issues before enrolling in classes.
STUDENT SERVICES:
The faculty and staff at AMDA are committed to assisting students. Students may make appointments with staff in the Student Services Offices or with faculty members at any time.
VETERANS:
AMDA is approved by the New York State Education Department for the training of veterans. For additional information, call or write the Financial Aid Officer.
AUDITION LOCATIONS:
Auditions for admission to AMDA are held in cities throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, Argentina, Colombia and the UK and include: Albuquerque, Atlanta, Austin, Bogota, Boston, Buenos Aires, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Kansas City, London, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Mexico City, Nashville, New York City, Orlando, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, Sydney, Tampa, Toronto, Vancouver and Washington DC.
Featured Graduate - Darius de Haas
Recently portrayed Langston Hughes in the musical biography, Langston in Harlem. Performed in concert with Vanessa Williams, his co-star in Kiss of a Spider Woman. Broadway credits: Rent, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Fascinating Rhythm and Carousel.
Click Here to check out Darius' website!
"The AMDA faculty encouraged me to take chances
to really investigate the text of a scene or song.
I use that in my work to this day."
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