Because not only do you have to have the vocal ferocity, the dance ability, and the acting chops, you have to 1) have a polished audition package that showcases all of that, and 2) be strong academically.
And this is even before you get to audition in person. Let's see Harvard ask their students to step-ball-change and belt a high C along with their test scores!
It is 100% worth the investment...I feel so confident about my prescreens now! It was incredible having my coaches actually in the room with me while I was filming! Not to mention you get gorgeous headshots, resume + essay help, and your videos look super professional.
Private Coaching + Feedback
So you’re absolutely confident about your choices when it comes time to film your prescreens
Personal Wardrobe Styling Session
So that you look your absolute best for filming and headshots
Professional Headshot Session
2 Looks, 2 Retouched Final High Res Images
Resume + College Essay Workshop
So that your resume and essay are clear, professional, and hit all the expected standards
Imagine hearing back from your top school telling you they would LOVE to consider you, but they can't because you didn’t do well enough on the S.A.T.
Soul crushing? Yep. But it happens. We’ve seen it.
With Prescreen Prep, we want to set you up for success. We want you to rock your prescreen AND be just as prepared and confident going into these tests.
That’s why we’ve teamed up with Jacob Burns to bring you S.A.T. Bootcamp: the ULTIMATE test prep program for musical theatre students.
Go at your own pace and access lessons each week online from any device: watch whenever and wherever–just like your own SAT Prep Netflix
Weekly Live Q&A with Jacob: get your specific questions answered along with plenty of encouragement
The confidence you can only get by being prepped by the best: Jacob scored in the 99th percentile for the SAT and ACT and got a full-ride academic scholarship. He gets it.
My biggest fear was allowing my anxiety about the college process to take over and get the best of me. Prescreen Prep helped me with this by guiding me through the entire process start to finish.
My biggest fear was not knowing what I didn’t know. The BEST part of Prescreen Prep is having all of your materials right in front of you - not only that, you will be professionally coached on your materials! You are in GREAT hands!
Although the focus is applying to college, this program has value that goes beyond that with amazing material picked specifically for you and wonderful coaches who will make you feel strong in your performance. No matter what happens next, Prescreen Prep has not only made me feel more confident and happy in my work and material, but it has shown me that the only person that can hold me from success is myself.
I am just so blessed to have had the opportunity to do Prescreen Prep. The Broadway Collective has seen me all the way through from high school and now they are helping me get to college. This is such a full circle moment for me. Now going into my senior year I feel prepared more than ever to apply for college and begin adulthood.
Know that the prescreen process does NOT need to be stressful. My biggest fear going into this process was auditioning on camera. But Prescreen Prep gave me everything I needed – professional training from the best teachers and materials that were perfectly suited for my own personal skills and personality. And the actual process of recording each video was so much fun! Every coach did a great job of making me feel right at home and have a great time.
Prescreen Prep is an incredible tool to have because it not only helps you with filming prescreens but provides you with material and repertoire that is specifically chosen for you! It really takes so much stress and pressure off of you so that you focus on where you need to be. Having the help from the coaches really allowed me to discover repertoire and techniques that made my performance more profound and made me feel like I’ve grown compared to my first prescreen attempt.
The best part of Prescreen Prep is that you have professionals in the industry picking your repertoire as well as coaching you on your materials. It is such a supportive environment where everyone truly wants you to succeed! I truly couldn’t have done it without this program. Not only do you get your rep picked but you get it professionally filmed, coached and you get new headshots and help on your college essay!! You are able to get everything done early so not only can you apply early but you can feel relieved and less stressed knowing it’s done.
A Prescreen is a prerequisite video audition, with a specific set of criteria, that is required as part of the application process to most BFA Musical Theater programs. They are submitted digitally and are reviewed, along with your academic requirements, to decide if you are granted an in-person audition at a College or University. If you do not pass your prescreen, you cannot be admitted to the BFA program.
Yes! We will be using the Acceptd and Paper Mill Playhouse Musical Theatre Common Pre-Screen guidelines to ensure that you have everything that you need. Learn about the 22 top tier participating universities here!
Different schools have different prescreen requirements, but most require a package of two contrasting song choices, a contemporary monologue, and a dance combo showcasing your skills. Our team has an up-to-date list of prescreen requirements and will work with you and your school list to make sure you are preparing the materials necessary.
We will pair you with our acting, song, and dance repertory experts and coaches who have a vast knowledge of the current theatre market. They will work with you individually to help you craft a package of material that best represents you as a performer and well-rounded person!
Most BFA musical theatre programs now require you to pass the pre screen process before inviting students to audition. It is important to have a strong pre screen video and make a strong first impression because that will determine whether or not you will receive the chance to audition.
Not only do you need a fantastic prescreen video, but your academics need to be strong as well to be considered for an audition at the top BFA programs. We have added an 8-week SAT bootcamp and an essay coach to make sure the academic piece of the puzzle is in line with the artistic!
9 monthly payments of $499 OR pay in full at $3995 and save $500.
Session 1
From July 20 through August 20, you will be required for a weekly online group coaching call as well as a weekly online private coaching session.
From August 21-August 23, you will travel to New York City, where we will individually coach + record your prescreens and professionally produce your headshots.
Session 2
From August 17 through September 17, you will be required for a weekly online group coaching call as well as a weekly online private coaching session.
From September 18-September 20, you will travel to New York City, where we will individually coach + record your prescreens and professionally produce your headshots.
Session 1: Industry standard application assets, including headshots, videos, reviewed essays, and formatted resumes will be delivered by September 1, 2020.
Session 2: Industry standard application assets, including headshots, videos, reviewed essays, and formatted resumes will be delivered by September 29, 2020.
There is no guarantee that you will be admitted to your “dream school” or to any BFA/BM/BA audition only program, or that you will pass all prescreens you submit. A school’s final decision is out of your control, our control, and your parents’ control. However, we will be working hard to make you as marketable as possible and to give you the tools necessary to be admitted into a great program.
At the conclusion of Prescreen Prep, students are encouraged to continue private coaching with our expert instructors to prepare for their live college auditions. Group Coaching Calls and “Office Hours” will be held through the college audition season.
There is no guarantee that you will be admitted to your “dream school” or to any BFA/BM/BA audition only program, or that you will pass all prescreens you submit. A school’s final decision is out of your control, our control, and your parents’ control. However, we will be working hard to make you as marketable as possible and to give you the tools necessary to be admitted into a great program.
5 Weeks of Online Repertoire Training
Private Coaching + Feedback
Personal Wardrobe Styling
Resume + College Essay Workshop
Headshot Session
2 Looks, 2 Edited Final Files
BONUS! S.A.T Bootcamp
5 Weeks of Online Repertoire Training
Private Coaching + Feedback
Personal Wardrobe Styling
Resume + College Essay Workshop
Headshot Session
2 Looks, 2 Edited Final Files
BONUS! S.A.T Bootcamp
