Auditions & interviews

At Rose Bruford College, we are not looking for finished performers or finished professionals.

We understand that every applicant arrives with different experiences, opportunities and levels of training. Some applicants may have performed extensively, while others may be at an earlier stage in their creative journey. Some applicants may have had access to specialist teaching and training, while others may have developed their skills through school, college, youth theatre, community projects or personal practice.

Our admissions processes are designed to identify potential.

We are interested in applicants who demonstrate creativity, curiosity, imagination, commitment and a willingness to learn. We want to meet people who are open to new ideas, responsive to feedback and excited by the opportunity to develop through professional training.

Whether you are applying for a performance or production arts course, we are far more interested in what you could become than in presenting yourself as a finished professional.

Every Audition and Interview Is a Learning Experience

At Rose Bruford College, we believe that learning begins long before your first day of study.

Our auditions, interviews and workshops are designed to reflect the way we teach. We want applicants to leave having learned something new, gained fresh insights and developed a deeper understanding of their own practice, regardless of the outcome of their application.

Performance Courses

Explore audition guidance for:

• BA (Hons) Acting
• BA (Hons) Acting for Screen and Devised Performance
• BA (Hons) Actor Musicianship
• BA (Hons) International Acting Practices (with Placement)

Production Arts Courses

Explore interview and portfolio guidance for:

• BA (Hons) Costume Production
• BA (Hons) Scenic Arts (Props, Painting and Construction)
• BA (Hons) Creative Lighting Control
• BA (Hons) Stage Management

Potential Comes in Many Forms

There is no single type of Rose Bruford College student.

Across our auditions and interviews, we’re interested in people who are curious, creative and excited by the opportunity to learn. We enjoy meeting applicants who communicate their ideas, engage with others and approach new experiences with an open mind.

For some applicants, this might be shown through performance. For others, it might be demonstrated through collaboration, creative thinking, problem-solving or a genuine enthusiasm for their chosen subject.

We’re not looking for a finished performer, designer, maker or stage manager. We’re looking for people who are ready to develop their skills, embrace new challenges and make the most of professional training.