Fine & Performing Arts
Suggested timelines of auditions/applications:
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- This varies from school to school. Reach out directly to their performing arts office to get that info. Get on a mailing list!
Portfolio submissions resources
Recommended BFHS coursework
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- If your schedule allows, try to enroll in year-long courses and take four years of coursework in the arts
- Speak candidly with both your school counselor and you art teacher(s) about your interests and goals in the short and long term
- A suggested timeline of coursework varies by your field(s) of interest: Dance, Instrumental Music, Media Arts, Studio Arts, Theatre, TV/Media, Vocal Music
External Resources
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- Utilize social media such as Instagram, Tik Tok, and X!
Interview/audition prep & advice
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- Talk with alumni about what worked/didn’t work for them.
- Start the process EARLY! Reach out to a college’s performing arts department or office of admission to get info about audition dates, portfolio requirements, etc.
- Go on campus tours (in-person or virtual)
- Attend audition workshops a year in advance to get an idea of what to expect.
FAQs and Questions to ask
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- Doing your own research to see if what students are making/creating are on par with what you want to do. Are you one of a few or are you one of many?
- Consider shadowing or sitting in on classes, talk directly with professors, attend performances and/or rehearsals.
- Look at where a college’s graduates are going. What does their career/internship placement look like?
- Declaring a minor in the arts is a great option for some, as well.
BFHS Faculty & Staff Resources
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Year of Graduation |
Major |
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2001 |
BFA, Musical Theatre |
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2004 2009 |
B.A. Music Education Master of Music Ed |
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2009 2011 |
BS Art Education M Ed School Administration |
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2013 2016 2021 |
BFA Art Education MA Art Education MS Leadership/Administration |
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2019 2023 |
BFA, Illustration M Ed. |
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2010 2013 |
BS Media Arts and Animation M Ed Teacher Leadership |
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2001 2003 |
B.A. Music Education M.M. Saxophone Performance |
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1999 2003 2006 |
B.A. Communication Arts M.A.T. Elementary Ed M.A. Art: Media Studies |