The College Audition Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tim Evanicki Inc. / The College Audition
Join us for chats with department chairs, faculty, and decision makers from some of the country's most competitive theatre and musical theatre programs, as well as topical discussions with other industry professionals as it relates to the college audition process.
In this episode, Tim sits down with David Hugo, Associate Professor & Director of Musical Theatre, and Valerie Pye, Associate Professor & Chair of the Department of Theatre, Dance and Arts Management, at Long Island University Post.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Danny George, Head of the Acting Department & Interim President, at The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts.
In this episode, Tim sits down with David Krasner, Chair of Theatre, at Five Towns College.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Andrew Cao, Lecturer of Musical Theatre & Dance, and Matt Morgan, Senior Lecturer of Musical Theatre Voice, at the University of Florida.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Marcus Lane, Head of Actor Training at the University of Montevallo.
In this episode, Tim sits down with DJ Gray, Head of the BFA Musical Theatre Program at Indiana University (Bloomington).
In this episode, Tim sits down with Josh Young, Coordinator of Musical Theatre at Missouri State University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Greg Geffrard, Director of BFA Acting at Brenau University and Associate Artistic Director of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Ste Clough, Director of Musical Theatre at Brenau University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with David Williams, BFA Musical Theatre Comprehensive program at the University of Miami.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Robert Hoyt, Director of Admissions & Recruitment for the Department of Drama at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Robert Hoyt, Director of Admissions & Recruitment for the Department of Drama at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Matthew Chellis, Associate Professor of Voice and Director of the Musical Theatre program at the University of Colorado Boulder.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Sarah Wigley, Clinical Associate Professor of Voice the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Jacob Brent, Musical Theatre Program Director at the University of the Arts.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Matthew Greenberg, Assistant Professor of Performance at the University of Wyoming.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Rebecca Covey, Head of Performance & Associate Professor of Voice, Speech and Acting at Florida International University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Tommy Iafrate, Associate Professor and Director of Musical Theatre at Binghamton University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Christopher McGovern, Associate Faculty Member at the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts.
In this episode, Tim sits down with D. Lance Marsh, Head of the Performance area in the School of Theatre at Oklahoma City University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Sara Lazarus, Senior Faculty and BFA Coordinator at Circle in the Square Theatre School / Eckerd College.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Kristy Cates, Chair of the Musical Theatre department at New York Film Academy.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Richard Gray, Head of the Musical Theatre program at Cornish College.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Dean Nolen, Associate Professor of Acting and Head of Musical Theatre at Texas Tech University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Bill Jenkins, Chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance and Full Professor of Musical Theatre at Ball State University. Listen to hear about how Ball State will soon be home to a new performing arts center and how the program (and university as a whole) is taking actionable steps toward social justice across campus.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Dr. Stephannie Moore, Primary Voice Instructor and Area Coordinator of Musical Theatre at the Wertheim School of Music at Florida International University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Dr. Christianne Roll, Associate Professor of Musical Theatre and Coordinator of the BFA Musical Theatre program at Florida Southern College.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Jesse Hinson, Undergraduate Coordinator for the Department of Theatre and Associate Teaching Professor at Northeastern University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Mary McCann, School Executive Director of the Atlantic Acting School.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Kurt Heinlein, Professor and Coordinator of the BFA Acting Program at Missouri State University.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Matthew Caron (Managing Director and Assistant Professor), Nicholas Wayne (Musical Director and Assistant Professor) and Dr. Julie Kerr-Berry (Chair of the Theatre and Dance Program).
In this episode, Tim sits down with Chair of the Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre and Dance at Southeast Missouri State, Dr. Kenneth Stilson.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Professor and Musical Theatre Program Coordinator (and Founder) at SUNY Cortland, Kevin Halpin.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Christopher Lloyd Bratten, full-time faculty member in the Musical Theatre department at Hussian College.
In this episode, Tim sits down with the chair of the not-often-seen BA Musical Theatre program at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside, Rachel Swartz.
NEW PROGRAM ALERT Broadway Veteran Jimmy Lugwig has moved out of NYC and headed to the upper peninsula of Michigan to start a shiny new BFA Acting Program at Northern University, which he has already called "The Juilliard of the North." Tim sits down with him to find out all of the exciting things he has in store for the new program.
In this episode Tim sits down with the chair of the BFA Musical Theatre program at Greensboro College in North Carolina.
In this episode Tim sits down with the chair of the BFA Musical Theatre program at Greensboro College in North Carolina.
In this episode, Tim sits down to chat with the new head of the BFA Musical Theatre program at Brenau University, Michael Jablonski.
Join Tim as he sits down with Hank Stratton, Associate professor, Division Head of Acting and MT, and Artistic Director of the Arizona Repertory Theatre at the University of Arizona! Hank shares details about his career and position, and describes everything their program has to offer.
In this episode, Tim chats with Dory Sibley, Recruitment Coordinator and Assistant professor of Voice & Speech at Coastal Carolina University. Dory goes into detail about the schools theatre programs and various opportunities and audition information.
In this weeks episode, Tim chats with Amelia McClain, assistant professor of Theatre Performance at the University of Evansville. McClain discusses her background and role at the university, and talks about all that their program has to offer for their theatre students.
This week on the TCA podcast, Tim is joined by professor of Voice and Music Theatre Gary Kline. Kline discusses Carnegie Mellon University's Musical Theatre and Acting program, details about campus life, famous alumni, and the discipline it takes to audition and attend the school.
In this weeks episode, Tim is joined by Rider University's professor of Musical Theatre Robin Lewis. Lewis details advice on auditioning and gives a look into the schools program.
In this episode, Tim is joined by Head of Musical Theatre at East Carolina University Jessica Doyle-Mekkes. Jessica discusses exciting details about the school and everything their program has to offer.
In this episode Tim sits down with the chair of Musical Theatre at University of Michigan Michael McElroy. After completing his first year on the job, Michael shares tips and secrets on getting accepted into the University of Michigan.
In this episode, Tim sits down to chat with Pace's Alexander Tom and their new head of MT Jesse Carlo. Exciting things are around the corner for this NYC-based program.
Are you scared away by a BA instead of a BFA or BM? You shouldn't be! Listen to this episode of TCAP with Tim Evanicki and Kate Arecchi from James Madison University to learn about the MT program at JMU and find out why!
In today's episode, Tim sits down with Jennifer Engler to chat about the BFA MT and Acting program at TCU.
Tim chats with Angela Miller, Director of the School of Theatre and Dance at Millikin University to talk about bother their BFA Musical Theatre and BFA Acting Programs.
Ian Anderson and the faculty at VSU is breathing new life into an already exciting musical theatre program located in Southern Georgia. Have a listen as Tim sits down to chat about what students have in store for them.
New Name, same amazing program! Tim sits down today with Lara Teeter to discuss the newly-named Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts and Webster University.
Tim sits down to chat with the effervescent and ever-enthusiastic Dr. David Herendeen about the BM Music in Music Theatre at OCU that has an Uber-strong focus on vocal training and musicianship.
Pace University is home to several BFA performing arts majors, though one of the most exciting jewels in its crown is the BFA Acting program, co-chaired by Grant Kretchik and Julie Lawrence-Edsell.
Chapman offers two unique and wonderful degrees for actors, and a wonderful minor in musical theatre to round it out! Hear what John Benitz has to say.
Tim sits down with Benard Cummings, Chair of the Theatre department at Southern Methodist University - a fabulous program for well-rounded performers with many interests!
Looking for a stellar musical theatre program with the opportunity to minor in arts administration? Ohio Northern should definitely be on your list!
Is it VIT-erbo, Vit-ER-bo, Vitter-BO? Anyway you say it, this Theatre and Musical Theatre program in Wisconsin has a whole lot to offer. Check it out!
There are some huge benefits to students attending Boston Conservatory after their partnership with Berklee College a few years ago. Department Chair Patsy Collins-Bandes sits down and tells us about it.
The School of Theatre at University of Oklahoma offers several Theatre degrees in additional to their BFA Acting degree, including one of the only Dramaturgy degrees in the country! Tim sits down with Seth Gordon to learn more.
In this episode of TCAP, Tim chats with Zeva Barzell about Point Park University's exciting BFA Musical Theatre program.
Tim sits down to chat with David Schmidt from University of Utah, set in Salt Lake City, a destination that is not only picturesque, but an incredible hub of performing arts!
Ryan Driscoll's interesting career helps shape this unique Musical Theatre program at University of Northern Colorado.
Big changes are on the horizon for this musical theatre program, starting with a new co-chair, Josh Grisetti!
One of the oldest and most robust BFA Musical Theatre programs in Michigan, and now, we're not talking about the school in Michigan that you might be thinking about. Learn about the exciting BFA program that Jay Berkow heads up at the Western Michigan University!
What the heck are Unified Auditions and why are they such an important part of the College Audition process? Tim talks with the national co-director of the "Unifieds" to find out!
In this very special episode of The College Audition Podcast, Tim sits down with TCA Coordinator Emma McGlinchey and they tell us all about the exciting things coming for this summer's College Audition Conservatory!
In this episode Tim chats with the two of the decision makers at Florida State University, a unique opportunity for Musical Theatre Majors at a program that combines both BFA and BM.
One of the largest Universities in the Country, UCF boasts an MT program worthy of its place in one of the entertainment capitals of the world!
Over the past six years, Nazareth College's MT program has gone from obscurity, to one of the most sought-after programs on a senior's list. This year, Christine Roberts O'Grady takes over at the helm of the program, and Tim asks her what kinds of things she has in store!
There are several amazing programs for those students who want the convenience of access to NYC without the expense and craziness of actually attending school in Manhattan. Western Connecticut State University is one of those schools!
New York City's newest MT program shares a roof with one of its most prestigious music schools, at the Manhattan School of Music. Program head Liza Gennaro shares the details of this exciting BM program, as well as her new book!
University of Oklahoma has something to offer that most other Universities don't: it's own School of Musical Theatre. Director Ashton Byrum explains in today's episode!
Just 12 miles outside of NYC, Montclair State University has a wonderful BFA Musical Theatre program, helmed by Broadway Veteran Mark Hardy.
Do you know the difference between the two University of Alabamas? Valerie Accetta, head of the Musical Theatre program at University of Alabama Birmingham talks about their program with Tim Evanicki in this episode.
Arizona State University has a unique opportunity for it's Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre students. Tim talks with Brian DeMaris to learn all about it.
Today Tim sits down with Christine Riley from Marymount Manhattan! If you're looking for a small school feel in a great big city, MMC is for you!
Is the University of Arizona on your college list? It should be. They have an incredible program with Danny Gurwin at the helm. In this episode, Tim and Danny chat about all the exciting things they have happening there.
In today's episode Tim sits down for a chat with Andrew Abrams to talk about how he brings his unique experiences and perspectives to the Musical Theatre Program at Southern Illinois University.
On today's episode, Tim chats with Vince Cardinal, former head of the University of Michigan's renowned musical theatre program.
In today's episode, Tim chats with Dominick about The University of North Carolina Greensboro's exciting Musical Theatre program.
In today's episode Tim chats with Aaron from Slippery Rock University's exciting NEW BFA Musical Theatre Program.
In today's episode, Tim sits down with the director of BFA MT at AMDA to discuss their program and some exciting changes on the horizon!
Tim talks about the Molloy College / CAP 21 program that offers students the unique opportunity of working on their BFA in Manhattan without having to live there.
Tim chats with Syracuse University's Kathleen Wrinn about their prestigious program, and a newly-added "Singing Actor" BFA track.
In this episode, Tim sits down with Elon's new head of musical theatre to discuss some excited changes he has planned for the program.
In this episode of TCAP, Tim chats with Catherine Weidner about Ithaca College's unique BFA Musical Theatre and BFA Acting programs, and how they intersect.
In today's episode Tim talks with Tracey Moore of The Hartt School to find out what she's looking for in an incoming student!
In this episode Tim explores Roosevelt University's Chicago College of the Performing Arts conservatory in Chicago.
Today Tim's guest is the Director of Music Theatre for Baldwin Wallace University's Bachelor of Music in Music Theatre program, one of the country's top MT programs. In this episode, we learn why this program has become so popular.
Tim sits down with Stacy Alley, Director of the Musical Theatre program at University of Alabama to discuss Alabama's thriving MT program.
In this special BONUS episode, Tim takes a break from chatting with programs in order to speak with two very special programs that offer resources to BIPOC and Marginalized students throughout the college audition process. Special guests in this episode are Ellen Lettrich from The Fund for College Auditions, and Corey Mitchel from the Theatre Gap Initiative.
In this episode, Tim speaks with John Simpkins, Head of Musical Theatre at Penn State University. They discuss Penn State's New Musicals Initiative, as well as some cool crossovers between Penn State's formidable sports program, and their nationally-renowned Musical Theatre program.
In this episode Tim sits down with Kaitlin Hopkins, Head of Musical Theatre at Texas State University. They talk at length about Kaitlin's career, how she came to be the creator of the BFA Musical Theatre program at Texas State University, as well as her other exciting projects!
Welcome to The College Audition Podcast! In our first episode Tim sits down with Shenandoah University's Director of Musical Theatre, Kevin Covert to learn more about him, the exciting offerings at Shenandoah, and what's to come at the University!