Criteria

How are students selected for this program?

  • Applicants must be enrolled in a New York City high school
  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need (priority consideration for students who receive free lunch or reduced lunch)
  • Applicants must demonstrate a need for arts exposure (priority consideration for students who do not have access to arts programming)
  • Applicants must follow application instructions (in particular, bringing a monologue from a published play keeps a student qualified; bringing a monologue from the internet or YouTube disqualifies students)

Application tips

There are three steps to applying 1) fill out the application, 2) speak with program director Yeauxlanda Kay in a short interview, 3) some students will be invited to share a memorized monologue. Here are some tips to help you know what to expect:

  • This is a friendly process. Everyone at the studio is rooting for you to succeed!
  • We want to get to know you better (what interests you about the theater and this program) and we want you to know us and the vibe of the studio.
  • Try to relax and be yourself. Your innate dignity will be honored.
  • We strive to make expectations clear so that you can succeed. To that end, please be on time for appointments, interviews and class. When choosing a monologue, find something that speaks to you and do it your own way (try not to watch or imitate other actors). The best way to get memorized and be off book is to practice every day.
  • Your questions about the program are welcomed!