Auditions

TWIGS (To Work In Gaining Skills) - Auditions are required for acceptance into the TWIGS program. Interested students who will be in the appropriate grades in September and live in Baltimore City may audition. Auditions are held in the spring at the Baltimore School for the Arts. There is no registration prior to the day of the audition. Call the school at 443-642-5167 for the audition schedule.

Dance - Each applicant will participate in a brief dance movement class as part of the audition. For the audition, wear a leotard or close-fitting shorts and tee shirt. Legs should be bare with socks on the feet--no skirts or leg warmers. Ballet slippers or socks are required. No pointe shoes. Loose-fitting clothing or jewelry should not be worn. Hair should be securely pinned back. The audition takes about two hours. Students entering grades 2-8 in September can audition.

Instrumental Music - Be prepared to play one or two selections and one or two scales on your instrument. All band and orchestra instruments, as well as piano and guitar are taught. Students entering grades 5-8 in September can audition.

Vocal Music - Be prepared to sing America (My Country 'Tis of Thee). Piano accompaniment will be provided. Only students entering grade 8 in September can audition.

Theatre - Each applicant must be prepared to perform a memorized monologue (one character's speech from a play) no more than two minutes in length or a poem approximately one minute long. Students entering grades 5--8 in September can audition.

Visual Arts - Each applicant must bring as many examples of his/her artwork and as many different types of artwork as possible (drawings, paintings, sculptures, woodworking projects, ceramics, prints, weavings, metal-working projects, etc.). Bring anything made by hand in school, private classes, or at home. Applicants will participate in an interview and review of their artwork. They will also complete a drawing exercise during the audition. Materials for this exercise will be provided. Students entering grades 4-8 in September can audition.

Stage Production – Previous experience is not required. Each applicant must bring examples of his/her artwork (drawings, paintings, sculptures, collages, etc) and/or be prepared to discuss any experience working on plays, concerts, or dance shows. There will be an interview and drawing exercise. Materials for this exercise will be provided. Students entering grades 5--8 in September can audition.

School Matinee Performances - Each year, BSA invites students from Baltimore City public schools to attend free matinee performances at the BSA. For many students, this is their first experience of a live performance. BSA develops pre- and post-performance activity packets that are sent to teachers in advance to enhance the experience for the students.

Public Performances and Exhibitions - Throughout the year, BSA offers theatre and dance performances, music concerts, and art exhibits to the general public, families and children. Ticket prices are affordable ($6.00 - $10.00). Special performance guides and backstage events often accompany the shows.