How much experience do you need to apply to major in theatre?

How much experience would i need to put on my application? Ive taken a theatre course at my college, an acting class outside of school.

Ive also taken a film course in high school and done a film camp. Would I put any of my film stuff on the resume?

I also plan on volunteering at a community theater this semester and taking another acting class. I’ve always been interested in the "art of storytelling" (film and theatre), but my high school did not have a good drama program AT ALL so now i need to try and make up for it quickly before i try and apply. any suggestions would be great!

Well, in terms of taking theatre as a major (get ready to be exhausted beyond belief, by the way), the longer the resume, the better the chances. It also depends on your latest grades you’ve acquired (colleges want someone dedicated to their work in all fields, not just the one they’re applying for) and which school you went to (some places can be a bit biased; they might give a better chance to someone who went to a school with a better theatre program, as you well know, than a person who isn’t).

In terms of theatre, I would suggest the plays you’ve done and which parts you played as well as any possible technical work you’ve done (some colleges offer technical courses like for lights and sound to go with their theatre programs).

As for film, hmm…it’s tougher. Have you ever made any independent films? If so, send a copy with your resume and put whatever courses you had taken as well.

Best of luck to you!