<p>Has anyone on here been accepted to Juilliard. Even if you haven't been accepted but you auditioned could you explain the process as far as you got into it. I read the Juilliard site but it didn't give me a very clear idea of the whole thing. I mean i know that a song should be prepared as well as about six monolologues or so. Four at least and two for extras if they ask. It's just i recieved a package from them the other day and i guess i am getting swept up in Juilliard fever and i know that it is the top of the "dream list" but there is always a chance and you don't get anywhere, especially in theatre, without taking chances in life. So if anyone can tell me their stories/ experiences it would be greatly appreciated.</p>
<h1>Off the Juilliard web site:</h1>
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<li>Four memorized monologues (two classical and two contemporary), each approximately two minutes in length. One of the classical selections must be from a play by Shakespeare. We will ask each auditioner to present two monologues – one classical and one contemporary – of contrasting natures.
The remaining two monologues are in reserve, in the event we need to see additional material. PLEASE NOTE: Do not select monologues from monologue books and please be prepared to answer questions about the entire play from which your selection is chosen.
A. Classical material must be in verse or blank verse — NOT PROSE.
Possible classical selections include: Greek plays in verse translation, Lope de Vega, William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, John Webster, John Ford, Racine in verse translation, William Congreve, and Richard Brinsley Sheridan.
B. Contemporary selections may be from Anton Chekhov to present day.</li>
<li>Applicants should prepare 16 bars of any song (to be sung a cappella). If an applicant is asked to sing, it is an opportunity for our faculty to find out information about an applicant’s vocal range and instrument.</li>
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<p>I presume you are talking about an application for entry in Fall 2010?</p>
<p>The process was an audition and then at the end of the half day of auditions they may call back a few people on the same day. If you do not get a call back then you are rejected. From those called back they then create a “short” list of 40 who are called to NYC for a weekend workshop which they then cut down to a final 18.</p>
<p>That’s my understanding.</p>
<p>I was not accepted…but what a really FUN audition. I say go in there and have a blast…those are your two minutes and use them!</p>
<p>I met a really neat woman who was also auditioning…(I think she got called back and I hope she got admitted) who was about 28. She had been involved in a professional conservatory in Washington D.C. She told me that her interest in theatre did not really start until she was in college and got involved in a program outside of studies. She was so cool!!! A class act all the way!</p>
<p>I attended both callbacks this year… I really enjoyed the process. All the information you need to know is described on the website and above… The only thing I might mention is that I was really surprised to how many people were called back (that is, WEREN’T) While at my audition city I believe they only called back 10-15 people…? Out of hundreds and then from that I think it was 41 or 42 in NYC… Go in with an open mind. PLAY with your material. Have fun, really - do. Be free. I wasn’t accepted, but in the end am happy about it (Juilliard was always my #1 - go figure) But really, they accept only 1-3 kids right out of High School usually and I think that creates a detached and unconnected environment between the students. The teachers are great… The actors are great… But for me, I feel like I will be much more comfortable at a school that places me in an environment with people who are going through the same things I am and who are relatively are at the same level “need” wise as I am… They said at Juilliard that the current freshmen class is 18-34 years old? Sounds interesting… I am sure if I would’ve been accepted I would be going there because… Who turns down Juiliard? But whatever, I feel like I am headed to the perfect PERFECT place for me.</p>
<p>That is awesome, NYQ12…are you a senior in high school…or a transfer…? That’s amazing!</p>
<p>I am a senior in high school right now… I dont remember how many others were at the final except that the majority were students alreay with an undergrad or a few years of college under their belt</p>
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Well, that is definitely a feather in your cap! Great work!</p>