The Elon University Department of Performing Arts believes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to be essential in the pursuit of genuine creativity and artistic excellence. We believe that a diverse student body and professional workforce consist of a wide range of identities including but not limited to race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, ability, age, religion, spirituality, and socio-economic background. We recognize identity-based advantages and barriers exist in the performing arts and vow to address these disparities in equity and access for the betterment of our department and the future of our profession. We are committed to inclusive excellence within our teaching, artistry, and scholarship, and as it pertains to the department’s current and future students, staff, and faculty.
Welcome to the Acceptd site for Elon University’s Department of Performing Arts! We offer the following degree programs:
Please note that each of these degree programs has separate forms, fees, and requirements. You must complete an application process for each program for which you wish to be considered. Please look over the details listed for each program in which you are interested and follow the guidelines carefully. You will also see the submission deadlines and dates for each program.
Please note that in addition to completing the department audition process, acceptance to our department also requires admission to Elon University. You can complete these in either order, so long as you meet all relevant deadlines for both. The deadline for Elon’s general admission is January 10, 2025.
** Current students of Elon University should contact Kimberly Rippy directly at krippy@elon.edu regarding audition/interview information for any of our programs **
To learn more about our exciting programs, please visit our website at www.elon.edu/perarts .
We look forward to viewing your materials!
Fred Rubeck
Chair, Department of Performing Arts and Professor of Acting
IMPORTANT DATES FOR ELON UNIVERSITY PERFORMING ARTS
ALL APPLICANTS should note the following:
Acting Audition/Interview Dates:
Friday, October 18th - On campus (Prescreen submission deadline September 15th)
Friday, October 25th - On campus (Prescreen submission deadline September 15th)
Friday, January 17th - On campus (Prescreen submission deadline December 1st)
Friday, January 31st - On campus (Prescreen submission deadline December 1st)
Fall audition date invitations released by September 27th
Winter/Spring audition date invitations released by December 13th
**Please note that the acting program will not be accepting any lateral students for this year's first year class.**
Music Theatre Audition/Interview Dates:
**Please note that the music theatre program will not be accepting any lateral students for this year's first year class.**
We will have virtual information sessions on September 4th, October 2nd and November 6th from 4-4:45 p.m. EST. Please click this link to join.
Theatrical Design & Technology Interview/Portfolio Dates: