BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen Audition Guidance

Everything you need to know about your audition for the BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen course.

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Everything you need to know about your audition for the BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen course.

BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen Audition Guidance

Thank you for applying to the University of East London. As part of the admissions process, you must attend an audition.

What is the audition for BA (Hons) Acting: Stage and Screen?

The audition is an opportunity for you to meet the tutors who run the course, see the teaching spaces, ask questions, and get a feel for what we offer at UEL.

The audition lasts approximately 2–3 hours. It includes: 

  • a group workshop led by one of our lecturers
  • an opportunity to perform your prepared monologue

Your monologue must: 

  • last no longer than two minutes
  • come from a published play
  • be performed without a script 

You should choose a character appropriate to your casting and a piece you enjoy performing. Make sure you are confident with the text before the audition.

Please wear clothes and footwear that allow you to move freely, as the workshop will be physical and will explore acting techniques for stage and screen through ensemble exercises. You should also bring: 

  • water
  • a notebook and pen for notes
  • any questions you would like to ask the lecturers or current students

What are we looking for?

We are looking for applicants who are ready to begin actor training and who demonstrate commitment to developing their practice.

We are seeking applicants who:

  • are passionate about performance and acting
  • have an open mind and are curious to learn, study, value, and explore a wide range of acting techniques and styles
  • can follow instructions and respond positively to advice and feedback
  • show a professional and mature approach to both the practical and theoretical aspects of an actor’s process
  • are ready to develop and grow throughout the programme

What happens after the audition?

We will notify you of the outcome of your audition through UCAS Track or by email. If you are offered a place, you will need to accept or decline your offer in line with: 

  • UCAS deadlines,
  • or the deadline stated in your offer email 

If you receive an offer, you are also welcome to attend one of our offer holder or open days to gain a better understanding of the course.

Can I request an alternative date?

Due to the high demand for places on the course, alternative audition dates cannot be guaranteed. We often have more applicants than available places, and later dates may already be fully booked. 

We understand that it is not always possible to attend the date offered and will do our best to accommodate requests where possible. However, to avoid disappointment, you should make every effort to attend the audition date you have been given.

What are the audition dates and location?

DateLocationTimeStaff
Wednesday 14 January Online2–5pmCG
Wednesday 21 JanuaryStudio 3 2-5pmCG
Wednesday 28 JanuaryStudio 3 Room US3.022-5pmCG, JK
Wednesday 11 FebruaryStudio 3 Room US3.022-5pmCG
Wednesday 18 FebruaryOnline and Studio 3 Room US3.022-5pmCG, MMV
Wednesday 25 FebruaryStudio 3 Room US3.022-5pmCG
wednesday 11 marchStudio 3 Room 3.022-5pmCG
Wednesday 18 MarchOnline2-5pmCG
Wednesday 29 APRILStudio 32-5pmCG

  

Location

Our in-person auditions will be held on our Performing Arts floor at University Square Stratford (USS Building). Please report to the main reception desk when you arrive.

Please note the address carefully, as there are three different campuses at UEL:
University of East London
University Square Stratford (USS)
1 Salway Road
London, E15 1NF
United Kingdom

There is no parking available on site. 

You will need to arrive at the USS (University Stratford Square) building reception at 1.30pm for registration. Someone will then come down to register you and show you to the studios. The process is expected to finish by 5.30pm.

We look forward to meeting you.