Step 1
- Each candidate is required to choose, download and perform one classical monologue from the lists provided. Monologues are available from our Monologue site.
- Each candidate will perform one piece as a contrast;
either
Prepare one song. This song should be from a musical. Bring sheet music for this song in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided at the audition.
or
Choose and download one contemporary monologue from the lists provided. Monologues are available from our Monologue site.
Step 2
Prepare your monologue and song selections for audition.
Monologue instructions
The monologue(s) must be memorised for the audition. Please ensure you learn the monologue(s) properly.
- There will be no prompting at the audition.
- Accents, costumes or props are not required.
- We recommend that you read the play your monologue has been selected from. This will help in your detailed preparation of the piece. Publication details are included as part of the monologue.
Song instructions
Your song must be memorised and performed with piano accompaniment. An accompanist is provided for you but you may also bring your own. If you use the accompanist provided by Federation, you must provide sheet music in the keys in which the song is to be performed. If your own accompanist is attending they need to be available for the full audition time.
Backing CDs are not permitted.
The song should not exceed three minutes.
Please note: applicants may be asked to stay for a short interview after your audition.
Step 3
Attend your audition. All auditions will be group based. You will be asked to attend for a period of three hours.
- Morning auditions will be 10am-1pm
- Afternoon auditions will be 2pm-5pm
You will likely be advised on the day of your audition if you will be required for a call-back audition. Refer to Call-backs below for more details.
Dress code
- Initial audition – neat casual attire, no jeans, belts or jewellery, well groomed.
- Call-backs – Dance-wear or loose comfortable clothing suitable for dance or movement, trainers or jazz shoes. No jeans, belts or jewellery.
Call-backs
Applicants who make it past the first round of auditions will be invited to attend a second audition (a call-back). You will either be informed at the audition, or you may be contacted by telephone or email soon after the audition if your first audition is successful.
The call-back audition is more in-depth and includes further acting, dance and improvisation, and singing.
Federation University recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise or dance program. You must be in good physical condition and be able to participate in the exercise and understand that when participating in any exercise or dance program, there is the possibility of physical injury.
When engaging in the call-back sessions, you agree that you do so at your own risk and are voluntarily participating in these activities. You agree to release and discharge Federation University from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of your negligence and or participation in this activity. Please keep your first-round pieces in good shape as we may need to see these again. Attendance at your call-back audition is essential to be considered for a place at the Arts Academy.
If you are not invited for a call-back audition, you can assume you have not been successful. However, all applicants will receive formal notification in due course. Call-back auditions take place in Ballarat in December.
Unexpected absence/lateness
If you are ill, unable to attend, or late for your audition, please email programs.fea@federation.edu.au. In the event that you need to reschedule, include this as part of your message.
Audition feedback
Due to the large number of applicants we see, we regret that we are not able to give feedback about your individual application. There is a far greater number of applicants than we have places available, so many high-quality applicants are disappointed each year.