Audition Requirements

About the Four Year Curriculum

We are a comprehensive ballet and modern dance program.  Students study technique, dance history, choreography, and career management.

Instructions

Prepare and submit two (2) recorded audition videos described below. For supports with creating your videos, you can view these tips(Open external link). 

Video 1

Learn and record yourself performing one of the pre-recorded solos of Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or West African dance from the video library below. This dance video will be used to assess the following dance components: replication of dance steps, following direction, musicality, coordination, flexibility, expression. Record so that your full body and movement is shown. You can access the pre-recorded dances and music to the dances.

Video 2

Prepare and record a video of yourself that shares your passion for dance by performing a one-minute solo in any style or combination of styles of dance with which you feel most comfortable. This dance video is to assess the following dance components: creativity, musicality, coordination, flexibility, and expression. Record so that your full body and movement is shown. You may consider including the following: 

• different levels (low, medium, and high)
• different speeds of movement (slow and fast)
• a jump
• a pause
• a turn
• a balance

Call Backs

Schools may invite you to “call backs” for other school specific requirements. Schools also may invite students for live on-demand tasks. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a call back. A call back does not mean acceptance or rejection.

Rubric

Students will be assessed on the following components:  

VIDEO ONE - MOVEMENT  REPLICATION

Ability to understand and replicate movements

Ability to follow directions

Musicality

Coordination

Flexibility

Expression

 

VIDEO TWO - SOLO PERFORMANCE

Creativity

Musicality

Coordination

Flexibility

Expression

 

  

You can view these common audition components on the DOE High School Admissions Page here

Learn about dance program options and audition requirements. Watch this video to help you prepare for your dance audition.(Open external link)

Programs

• Benjamin N. Cardozo High School (26Q415): Performing Dance program (Q16K)
• Brooklyn High School of the Arts (15K656): Dance program (K47L)
• Dr. Susan S. McKinney Secondary School of the Arts (13K265): Dance program (K42A)
• Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts (03M485): Dance program (M80K)
• Fordham High School for the Arts (10X437): general program (X51A)
• Fort Hamilton High School (20K490): Joffrey Dance Academy program (K17J)
• Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School (30Q501): Dance program (Q40M)
• Professional Performing Arts High School (02M408): Dance program (M81N)
• Talent Unlimited High School (02M519): Dance: Ballet and Modern program (M42L)
• Theatre Arts Production Company School (TAPCo) (10X225): Dance program (X20R)
• Susan E. Wagner High School (31R460): Dance program (R17K)
• Wadleigh Secondary School for the Performing & Visual Arts (03M415): Dance program (M26D)

You can log in to MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs that interest you.

Instructions

Prepare and submit two (2) recorded audition videos described below. For supports with creating your videos, you can view these tips(Open external link). 

Video 1

Learn and record yourself performing one of the pre-recorded solos of Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or West African dance from the video library below. This dance video will be used to assess the following dance components: replication of dance steps, following direction, musicality, coordination, flexibility, expression. Record so that your full body and movement is shown. You can access the pre-recorded dances and music to the dances(Open external link).

Video 2

Prepare and record a video of yourself that shares your passion for dance by performing a one-minute solo in any style or combination of styles of dance with which you feel most comfortable. This dance video is to assess the following dance components: creativity, musicality, coordination, flexibility, and expression. Record so that your full body and movement is shown. You may consider including the following: 

• different levels (low, medium, and high)
• different speeds of movement (slow and fast)
• a jump
• a pause
• a turn
• a balance

Callbacks

Schools may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements. Schools may also invite students for live on-demand tasks. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a call back. A call back does not mean acceptance or rejection.

About the Four Year Curriculum

Our theater training program is based in stage acting.  Students study acting, theater history, voice and diction, theater dance, and career management.

Instructions

Learn about theater program options and audition requirements. Watch this video to help you prepare for a theater audition.

You can log into MySchools (myschools.nyc) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs that interest you.

• You can log in to MySchools and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs that interest you.

  Instructions

  Prepare and submit separate uploads of two contrasting monologues. You are also encouraged to upload a musical theater number if interested. Please note that a musical theater song is required for musical theater programs at the noted (*) musical theater programs.

  At the beginning of each video, before performing, briefly introduce yourself by providing the following information.

  • Your full name
  • Your OSIS student ID number
  • Why you chose your monologue or song (30 seconds or less)
  • Why do you want to study acting? (30 seconds or less)
  • For MONOLOGUES: State the name of the character portrayed and the full title of the playwright. 
  • FOR SONGS: State the title of the song, the name of the character, full title of the musical, composer and lyricist.

  View this Theater Recording Upload Video for clear steps recording your monologues or musical song. 

  Video 1 and 2: Monologues

  Memorize, perform, and upload two contrasting, one-minute monologues from a published play or the sample monologues library. Examples of this may be dramatic/comedic, classical/contemporary, theater/film, or two contrasting characters that have very different personalities. Choose relatable characters within your natural age range and decide to whom your characters are talking and why. You may choose to play roles of any gender. You may select your own monologues to perform but are welcome to review and choose a monologue(s) from this sample monologues library. For support with creating your video, you may view these helpful tips. 

  Video 3: Musical Theater Song

  Perform and upload 16 bars (or approximately one [1] minute) of a memorized song of any genre. Musical theater songs are encouraged, however pop and R&B songs are acceptable. Songs can be performed with live or recorded accompaniment or without music ‘a cappella.’ Choose a song performed by a relatable character and decide to whom your character is singing and why. You may select your own musical theater song to perform but are welcome to review and select from this sample musical theater song library.

  Call Backs

  Schools may invite and schedule individual student call backs for interviews/auditions or other on-demand tasks and school specific requirements.

 Rubric

Students will be assessed on the following components:  

 

MONOLOGUE 1 & 2

Voice & Speech

Personalization / Authenticity 

Ability to Relate to Given Circumstance/Activation of Text 

Physicalization/Energy 

Focus/Concentration/Imagination 

Preparation & Slate

 

  

You can view these common audition components on the DOE High School Admissions Page here

Learn about theater program options and audition requirements. Watch this video to help you prepare for a theater audition.(Open external link)

Programs

• Brooklyn High School of the Arts (15K656): Drama program (K47R)
• Dr. Susan S. McKinney Secondary School of the Arts (13K265): Drama program (K42D)
• Edward R. Murrow High School (21K525): Studio Theater program (K57P)
• Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art & Performing Arts (03M485): Drama program (M80N)
• Fordham High School for the Arts (10X437): general program (X51A)
• Forest Hills High School (28Q440): Drama Academy program (Q19N)
• Fort Hamilton High School (20K490): Dramatic Arts Academy program (K17T)
• Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School (30Q501): Drama program (Q40N)
• Gramercy Arts High School (02M374): Theater Arts program (M66B)
• Hillcrest High School (28Q505): Academy of Performing and Visual Arts program (Q24L)
• Professional Performing Arts High School (02M408): Drama program (M81J)
• Professional Performing Arts High School (02M408): Musical Theater program (M81H)*
• Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts (02M531): Theater Arts (M20X)*
• Susan E. Wagner High School (31R460): Theater program (R17J)*
• Talent Unlimited High School (02M519): Drama program (M42N)
• Talent Unlimited High School (02M519): Musical Theater program (M42J)*
• Theatre Arts Production Company School (TAPCo) (10X225): Drama program (X20S)
• Wadleigh Secondary School for the Performing & Visual Arts (03M415): Theater Arts program (M26A)

You can log in to MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs that interest you.

Instructions

Prepare and submit separate uploads of two contrasting monologues. You are also encouraged to upload a musical theater number if interested. Please note that a musical theater song is required for musical theater programs at the noted (*) musical theater programs.

At the beginning of each video, before performing, briefly introduce yourself by providing the following information.

• Your full name
• Your OSIS student ID number
• Why you chose your monologue or song (30 seconds or less)
• Why do you want to study acting? (30 seconds or less)
• For MONOLOGUES: State the name of the character portrayed and the full title of the playwright. 
• FOR SONGS: State the title of the song, the name of the character, full title of the musical, composer and lyricist.

View this Theater Recording Upload Video(Open external link) for clear steps recording your monologues or musical song. 

Video 1 and 2: Monologues

Memorize, perform, and upload two contrasting, one-minute monologues from a published play or the sample monologues library. Examples of this may be dramatic/comedic, classical/contemporary, theater/film, or two contrasting characters that have very different personalities. Choose relatable characters within your natural age range and decide to whom your characters are talking and why. You may choose to play roles of any gender. You may select your own monologues to perform but are welcome to review and choose a monologue(s) from this sample monologues library(Open external link). For support with creating your video, you may view these helpful tips(Open external link). 

Video 3: Musical Theater Song - LAGUARDIA DOES NOT CONSIDER THE MUSICAL THEATER SONG

Perform and upload 16 bars (or approximately one [1] minute) of a memorized song of any genre. Musical theater songs are encouraged, however pop and R&B songs are acceptable. Songs can be performed with live or recorded accompaniment or without music ‘a cappella.’ Choose a song performed by a relatable character and decide to whom your character is singing and why. You may select your own musical theater song to perform but are welcome to review and select from this sample musical theater song library(Open external link).

Callbacks

Schools may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements. Schools may also invite students for live on-demand tasks. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a callback. A callback does not mean acceptance or rejection.

About the Four Year Curriculum

Our arts program is based in classic fine art training. Students study foundational skills the first two years.  They further their training with art history and studio elective courses.  

   

You can view these common audition components on the DOE High School Admissions Page here

Learn about visual arts program options and audition requirements. Watch this video to help you prepare your visual arts submissions.(Open external link)

Programs

• Art and Design High School (02M630): Commercial Art: Cartooning, Illustration, Fashion Design (M60P)
• Bayside High School (26Q495): Digital Art & Design program (Q12A)
• Brooklyn High School of the Arts (15K656): Visual Arts program (K47J)
• Dr. Susan S. McKinney Secondary School of the Arts (13K265): Visual Arts program (K42A)
• Edward R. Murrow High School (21K525): Fine and Visual Arts (K57K)
• Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts (03M485): Fine Arts program (M80J)
• Fordham High School for the Arts (10X437): general program (X51A)
• Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School (30Q501): Fine Arts program (Q40J)
• Gramercy Arts High School (02M374): Visual Arts program (M66A)
• High School of Fashion Industries (02M600): Art, Photography, and Graphic Design program (M68J)
• Hillcrest High School (28Q505): Academy of Performing and Visual Arts program (Q24L)
• Newtown High School (24Q455): Major Art program (Q34K)
• Queens Technical High School (24Q600): Graphic Arts program (Q68B)
• Susan E. Wagner High School (31R460): Visual Arts program (R17H)
• Theatre Arts Production Company School (TAPCo) (10X225): Visual Arts program (X20T)
• Wadleigh Secondary School for the Performing & Visual Arts (03M415): Visual Arts (M26J)

You can log in to MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs that interest you.

Instructions

It is most important that the schools to which you are applying get the clearest picture possible of your unique artistic abilities and talents. Remember, each school is looking for your potential, and that means how your present skills will grow and develop over the four years you will be spending at their school.

Portfolio Upload

Photographs of 4 to 8 pieces of original artwork that includes the following (for additional support with this portfolio, you may view these visual arts portfolio resources(Open external link)): 

• Piece 1: A self-portrait using a graphite drawing pencil and paper done from observation (from observation means you draw yourself by looking in a mirror).
• Piece 2: A still life of at least 3 items, using a graphite drawing pencil and paper done from observation (from observation means you draw objects placed before you on a surface in front of you).
• Piece 3: A figure drawing, using a graphite drawing pencil and paper. You may pose a friend or a family member in front of you. Draw the human figure from observation (from observation means you draw a live person). If you do not have access to a friend or family member, see the tutorial on figure drawing on this visual arts portfolio resources(Open external link).
  • Make sure you draw the entire figure and fill the page: do not cut off parts of the head or feet. 
  • Draw your figure with realistic proportions. 
  • Try to use value or lines to draw the folds on the clothes.
  • Include any observed details and draw the facial features. 
  • Include some background elements placing the figure in a simple setting to make sure your figure does not look like it is floating in space.
• Pieces 4-7: Add 1 to 4 additional pieces to your portfolio. You may select pieces that were created using any material in any form. They may be two-dimensional or three-dimensional.
• Piece 8:If you are applying to Art and Design High School, Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Art, and/or Frank Sinatra School of the Arts, submit this creative drawing. (This piece is optional for students applying to other programs.) 
  • Using pencil and paper, draw a FANTASTICAL SANDWICH! Use your imagination and creativity – we want to see your wildest ideas of what a Fantastical Sandwich looks like to you. Consider for the drawing: What bizarre, unusual, or creative toppings does your sandwich have? Who made it? Who is it for? When creating your Fantastical Sandwich be sure to include a background and fill the whole page. Feel free to use colored pencils if you wish. And, have fun with it!

Student Introduction

Select three pieces of artwork from your portfolio (Piece 1 and Piece 2 must be included). Upload a short video about the three uploaded pieces of original artwork. Discuss your choice of subject and materials, motivation, and influences. Your video should be no longer than three (3) minutes. If you are unable to create a video, you may upload a written explanation of up to 500 words (either is equally acceptable). 

Callbacks

Schools may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements. Schools also may invite students for live on-demand tasks. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a callback. A callback does not mean acceptance or rejection. 

About the Four Year Curriculum

We are a band and orchestra program and perform a symphonic repertoire. Students study technique, music theory and history, and musicianship skills.  

Instructions

Learn about instrumental music program options and audition requirements. See this folder to help you prepare for your music auditions. 

Prepare and submit BOTH videos specified below. Students of all abilities and experience levels are encouraged to apply. 

Video 1

Perform ONE prepared solo selection without accompaniment. Playing without accompaniment means playing by yourself without a track or additional instruments.

• Select a piece you feel confident performing that shows your skill level and musicality.
• Before playing, briefly introduce yourself, and provide the following information:
  • Your name
  • Your Student ID number (OSIS number)
  • Title of the piece you will be playing
  • Why did you choose this piece? How does this piece speak to you as a musician? (30 seconds or less)

Video 2

Perform ONE scale of your choice at a tempo (speed) you find comfortable. For Video #2, drummers (i.e., candidates who play non-pitched percussion instruments) submit a video of TWO rudiments, rather than scales. 

• This is another opportunity for reviewers to learn more about how:
  • low and how high you can play.
  • comfortably and quickly you can move from note to note.
  • clean and precise your playing is.
  • well you are able to play in tune.
  • well you know what notes make up your selected scale.
  • playing the correct notes is most important.
• Before playing, briefly introduce yourself, and provide the following information:
  • Your name
  • Your Student ID number (OSIS number)

For help preparing a scale or if you do not know what a scale is, please see the Resources for Audition Preparations(Open external link). 

Call Backs

Individual schools may hold “call backs” and request that you attend an individual online appointment to perform additional music tasks, for example: singing back melodic patterns; tapping back rhythmic patterns; or completing a sight-reading task for which you play a short amount of music from sheet music you have not seen before.

*For Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts (03M485): Instrumental Music program (M80L), you may audition on a maximum of two (2) instruments.

** Drummers (i.e., candidates who play non-pitched percussion instruments) are only required to submit VIDEO #1. Individual schools may hold “call backs” and request that you attend an individual online appointment to perform additional music tasks, for example: singing back melodic patterns; tapping back rhythmic patterns; or completing a sight-reading task for which you play a short amount of music from sheet music you have not seen before.

 

Rubric

Students will be assessed on the following components:  

 

 

Technique

Posture/Set-Up

Left Hand/Right Hand Technique

Resonance

Tone Quality/Touch/Pedal

 

Accuracy

Correct Pitches/Intonation

Correct Rhythm

Articulation (Tonguing, Bow Technique, Touch)

 

Interpretation

Musical expression/Style

 

Scale

Intonation/Pitch/Correct Notes

Tone Quality

 

   

You can view these common audition components on the DOE High School Admissions Page here

Learn about instrumental music program options and audition requirements. See this folder to help you prepare for your music auditions. (Open external link)

Programs

• Bayside High School (26Q495): Music: Performance & Production (Q12B)
• Brooklyn High School of the Arts (15K656): Instrumental Music (K47K)
• Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music, The (10X442): Concert Band / Jazz Band / Piano (X33A)
• Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music, The (10X442): Instrumental Music: Orchestra / Strings (X33M)
• Dr. Susan S. McKinney Secondary School of the Arts (13K265): Instrumental Music (K42E)
• Edward R. Murrow High School (21K525): Instrumental Music (K57L)
• Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts (03M485): Instrumental Music program (M80L)*
• Fordham High School for the Arts (10X437): general program (X51A)
• Forest Hills High School (28Q440): Academy of Instrumental and Vocal Music (Q19P)
• Fort Hamilton High School (20K490): Instrumental Music (K17R)
• Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School (30Q501): Instrumental Music (Q40K)
• Special Music School (03M859): Voice, Instrument, and Composition (A85A)
• Susan E. Wagner High School (31R460): Music (R17G)
• Talent Unlimited High School (02M519): Instrumental Music (M42P)
• Theatre Arts Production Company School (TAPCo) (10X225): Instrumental Music (X20B)
• Wadleigh Secondary School for the Performing & Visual Arts (03M415): Instrumental Music (M26M)

You can log in to MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs you are interested in.

Instructions

Prepare and submit BOTH videos specified below. Students of all abilities and experience levels are encouraged to apply. 

Video 1

Perform ONE prepared solo selection without accompaniment. Playing without accompaniment means playing by yourself without a track or additional instruments.

• Select a piece you feel confident performing that shows your skill level and musicality.
• Your face, hands, and whole instrument should be clearly visible, including the full keyboard for pianists.
• If your instrument has a pedal, your feet should be visible.
• Before playing, briefly introduce yourself, and provide the following information:
  • Your name
  • Your Student ID number (OSIS number)
  • Title of the piece you will be playing
  • Why did you choose this piece? How does this piece speak to you as a musician? (30 seconds or less)

Video 2

Perform ONE scale of your choice at a tempo (speed) you find comfortable. For Video #2, drummers (i.e., candidates who play non-pitched percussion instruments) submit a video of TWO rudiments, rather than scales. 

• This is another opportunity for reviewers to learn more about how:
  • low and how high you can play.
  • comfortably and quickly you can move from note to note.
  • clean and precise your playing is.
  • well you are able to play in tune.
  • well you know what notes make up your selected scale.
  • playing the correct notes is most important.
• Before playing, briefly introduce yourself, and provide the following information:
  • Your name
  • Your Student ID number (OSIS number)
  • The name of the scales or rudiments you will be playing.

For help preparing a scale or if you do not know what a scale is, please see the Resources for Audition Preparations(Open external link). 

Callbacks

Individual schools may hold “callbacks” and request that you attend an individual appointment to perform additional music tasks, for example: singing back melodic patterns; tapping back rhythmic patterns; or completing a sight-reading task for which you play a short amount of music from sheet music you have not seen before. Schools may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a callback. A callback does not mean acceptance or rejection.

About the Four Year Curriculum

We are a technical theater program based in skills and technique.  Students study carpentry, electrics, costuming, stage management, and design. Students must complete industry production work as part of the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.

Instructions

Section 1: Discussion of Set Design

You can log into MySchools (myschools.nyc) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs you are interested in.

Instructions

Section 1: Discussion of Storytelling through Design 

Create a model/diorama, drawings, or mood-board collage that shows the world of the play and the characters who inhabit the world. Select ONE scene from EITHER "Dracula" by Hamilton Dean and John Balderson (1924), "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry, OR "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. You may also consider scenes from a play by Paul Sills called "Story Theatre" which is derived from stories and fables by the Grimm Brothers and Aesop.

You may use any combination of the methods suggested to share your ideas visually.

Photographs

Upload 1-4 photographs of your model/diorama, drawings, or mood-board collage.

• If creating a model/diorama: 4 photographs of the model from different angles. One must be from the front showing the whole piece you are presenting. Others should enable the judges to see details and perspective of your work.
• If creating a sketch and/or collage: 1 photograph of each of the images you created (please avoid shadows in your photo).

Video 1:  Present your design through 2-3 minute recorded presentation. Be sure to include the following:

• Introduce yourself by stating your name as it appears in your MySchools.nyc account along with your OSIS number.
• Describe the world you have create explaining the choices you have made. See Document for guiding questions/ideas to consider while working on your creation(Open external link).
• Show the work with as much detail as you can. If presenting a model, be sure to include photos or video of views from the front, from the audience level, and include side views.
• Try to complete your full video in one seamless take. Note: your videography quality will not play a part in scoring.

Section 2: Providing Directions

Video 2: Create and upload a two-minute video in which you describe step-by-step how you assembled/completed something.

• You will be evaluated on your thought process for multi-step directions considering clarity, efficiency, and attention to detail. For example, you might describe getting ready for your school day, getting lunch in the school cafeteria, assembling a piece of furniture, baking your favorite cookie, taking your neighbor's dog for a walk, or doing a load of dishes in a dishwasher. Please note these are only examples; you may choose to describe anything that shows your mastery of that activity and your engagement with it.
• Introduce yourself by stating your name as it appears in your MySchools.nyc account along with your OSIS number before speaking about your step-by-step process.
• Please use hands-on materials like media or props in your presentation, showing or demonstrating actions whenever possible.

Call Backs

Schools may invite and schedule individual student callbacks for live or virtual interviews and/or other on-demand tasks and school-specific requirements.

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Rubric

Students will be assessed on the following components:  

 

Task 1:  Diorama-the exploration of creative abilities

 

Execution:

(craftsmanship)

Is the model complete? Is effort and craftsmanship exhibited in the completed work?

 

Design &  Aesthetics: (visual execution)

Does the student exhibit creative decisions based on the chosen script?  Is the design cohesive showing unity in choices? 

 

Presentation: (Interpretation)

Does the student’s presentation successfully convey the ideas of their design? Do they cite specific examples where text and visual relate.

 

Preparedness:

(follow directions)

Are directions followed? Does presentation exhibit rehearsal and comprehension?

 

Professionalism

Does the student demonstrate an understanding of the competence expected in the field?

 

Task 2: Presentation of Instructions - Evaluation of technical skills

 

Completeness

Does the student provide all necessary steps to achieve the activity?  Is further interpretation required to complete the task?

 

Preparation

Does the student indicate a readiness to present the instructions?  Does the student have all materials ready and in place? 

 

Use of material, media, or other aids

Does student make effective and appropriate use of materials relevant to the activity?

 

Efficiency

Do the student’s instructions maintain efficiency of language and task?

 

Comprehension

Does the student indicate that they understand the task? (Do they follow directions?)

 

 

 

  

You can view these common audition components on the DOE High School Admissions Page here

Learn about technical theater program options and audition requirements.

Programs

• Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts (03M485): Technical Theatre program (M80P)
• Fordham High School for the Arts (10X437): general program (X51A)

You can log into MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs you are interested in.

Instructions

Section 1: Discussion of Storytelling through Design 

Create a model/diorama, drawings, or mood-board collage that shows the world of the play and the characters who inhabit the world. Select ONE scene from EITHER "Dracula" by Hamilton Dean and John Balderson (1924), "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry, OR "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. You may also consider scenes from a play by Paul Sills called "Story Theatre" which is derived from stories and fables by the Grimm Brothers and Aesop.

You may use any combination of the methods suggested to share your ideas visually.

Photographs

Upload 1-4 photographs of your model/diorama, drawings, or mood-board collage.

• If creating a model/diorama: 4 photographs of the model from different angles. One must be from the front showing the whole piece you are presenting. Others should enable the judges to see details and perspective of your work.
• If creating a sketch and/or collage: 1 photograph of each of the images you created (please avoid shadows in your photo).

Video 1:  Present your design through 2-3 minute recorded presentation. Be sure to include the following:

• Introduce yourself by stating your name as it appears in your MySchools.nyc account along with your OSIS number.
• Describe the world you have create explaining the choices you have made. See Document for guiding questions/ideas to consider while working on your creation(Open external link).
• Show the work with as much detail as you can. If presenting a model, be sure to include photos or video of views from the front, from the audience level, and include side views.
• Try to complete your full video in one seamless take. Note: your videography quality will not play a part in scoring.

Section 2: Providing Directions

Video 2: Create and upload a two-minute video in which you describe step-by-step how you assembled/completed something.

• You will be evaluated on your thought process for multi-step directions considering clarity, efficiency, and attention to detail. For example, you might describe getting ready for your school day, getting lunch in the school cafeteria, assembling a piece of furniture, baking your favorite cookie, taking your neighbor's dog for a walk, or doing a load of dishes in a dishwasher. Please note these are only examples; you may choose to describe anything that shows your mastery of that activity and your engagement with it.
• Introduce yourself by stating your name as it appears in your MySchools.nyc account along with your OSIS number before speaking about your step-by-step process.
• Please use hands-on materials like media or props in your presentation, showing or demonstrating actions whenever possible.

Callbacks

Schools may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements. Schools may also invite students for live on-demand tasks. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a callback. A callback does not mean acceptance or rejection.

About the Four Year Curriculum

A voice program based in choral repertoire.  Students study healthy vocal technique, music theory, music history, and musicianship skills, alongside performance ensembles.

Instructions

Learn about vocal music program options and audition requirements. Watch this video to help you prepare for a vocal music audition.

You can log in to MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs you are interested in.

Instructions

Prepare a video recording that includes ALL parts listed below. Students of all abilities and experience levels are encouraged to apply. 

Before singing, briefly introduce yourself. Please provide the following information:

• Your name
• Your Student ID number (OSIS number)
• Title of the song you will be singing
• Why did you choose this song? How does this song speak to you as a musician? (30 seconds or less)

Perform ONE prepared solo selection without accompaniment. Singing without accompaniment means singing by yourself without a track or pianist. Select a song you feel confident performing that shows your skill level and musicality. 

Callbacks

Individual schools may hold “callbacks” and request that you attend an individual online appointment to perform additional music tasks, for example, singing back melodic patterns and vocal phrases, tapping back rhythmic patterns, performing basic vocal technique (singing) exercises.

Rubric

Students will be assessed on the following components:  

 

Technique

Tone quality

Breath management

Energy and Posture

Vowel Purity

 

Accuracy

Correct Pitches

Correct Rhythm

Overall Intonation

 

Interpretation

Musical expression

Style (genre specific)

Stage Presence

 

  

You can view these common audition components on the DOE High School Admissions Page here

Learn about vocal music program options and audition requirements. Watch this video to help you prepare for a vocal music audition.(Open external link)

Programs

• Bayside High School (26Q495): Music: Performance & Production (Q12B)
• Brooklyn High School of the Arts (15K656): Vocal Music (K47M)
• Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music, The (10X442): Vocal Music: Chorus (X33B)
• Dr. Susan S. McKinney Secondary School of the Arts (13K265): Vocal Music (K42B)
• Edward R. Murrow High School (21K525): Vocal Music (K57J)
• Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts (03M485): Vocal Music (M80M)
• Fordham High School for the Arts(10X437): general program (X51A)
• Forest Hills High School (28Q440): Academy of Instrumental and Vocal Music (Q19P)
• Fort Hamilton High School (20K490): Vocal Music (K17S)
• Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School (30Q501): Vocal Music (Q40L)
• Professional Performing Arts High School (02M408): Classical Vocal Music (M81K) & Musical Theater (M81H)
• Special Music School (03M859): Voice, Instrument, and Composition (A85A)
• Susan E. Wagner High School (31R460): Music (R17G)
• Talent Unlimited High School: Vocal Music (02M519): Classical and Contemporary (M42K)
• Theatre Arts Production Company School (TAPCo) (10X225): Vocal Music (X20C)
• Wadleigh Secondary School for the Performing & Visual Arts (03M415): Vocal Music (M26R)

You can log in to MySchools(Open external link) and use the online high school directory to find each school's website and read about the programs you are interested in.

Instructions

Prepare a video recording that includes ALL parts listed below. Students of all abilities and experience levels are encouraged to apply. 

Before singing, briefly introduce yourself. Please provide the following information:

• Your name
• Your Student ID number (OSIS number)
• Title of the song you will be singing
• Why did you choose this song? How does this song speak to you as a musician? (30 seconds or less)

Perform ONE prepared solo selection without accompaniment. Singing without accompaniment means singing by yourself without a track or pianist. Select a song you feel confident performing that shows your skill level and musicality. 

Callbacks

Schools may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements. Schools may ask you to attend an individual appointment to perform additional music tasks live, for example, singing back melodic patterns and vocal phrases, tapping back rhythmic patterns, performing basic vocal technique (singing) exercises. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a callback. A callback does not mean acceptance or rejection.