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Audition information
Congratulations on receiving an invitation to attend Phase 2 of the audition process for the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University. You are now one step closer to finding your place on the world stage!
To help you with the next steps, you will find specific information on what to prepare, wear and what to expect at your audition in the relevant drop-down menu below.
We look forward to meeting you at your audition!
Refer to the post-audition timeline below for more information.
More audition information
Bachelor of Acting (Brisbane workshop)
| Venue | Burke Street Studios; 8 Burke Street, Woolloongabba |
| Time | Session 1: 8:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Session 2: 1:30pm – 6:00 pm | |
| Please ensure you arrive on time. | |
| Date | Refer to your audition invitation email |
What to prepare
Acting
You will present your monologue from Phase 1 along with a second prepared contrasting monologue. This can be a classical speech, but is not essential. You can expect to be redirected.
Improvisation
Through solo and group play, your improvisation skills will be explored.
Movement
Through solo and group work, your physical movement skills will be explored.
Voice
Your spoken voice will be considered during the performance of your acting pieces.
Refer to the Acting information on Auditions for more information on what you need to prepare.
What to wear and bring
You should wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement, and trainers.
Bring water, food and snacks.
A copy of your acting pieces (for the panel).
How to get there
CAR
Participants can be dropped off and picked up at the studios. There is NO parking available at the studios.
If you are travelling North-bound on Ipswich Rd, simply turn left into Burke St (see the map below).
If you are travelling South-bound on Ipswich Rd, the easiest route to the studio is to turn left into Reis St and take the Morrissey St overpass (see the map below).
TRAIN
The studios are a short walk (approximately 250m) from Park Road train station, which is on the Gold Coast-Airport, Beenleigh-Ferny Grove and Cleveland-Shorncliffe train lines (see the map below).
BUS
The studios are a short walk (approximately 400m) from Boggo Road busway station, which is on the Eastern busway (see the map below).
More information about train and bus services can be found at Translink.
On audition day
Registration: Please ensure you arrive on time and register your attendance with staff on the day. Please note that you will not be permitted to enter the building until the commencement of your session.
The audition workshop will be divided into two parts.
Part one
Introduction and welcome
| Improvisation | Through solo and group play, your improvisation skills will be explored. |
| Sight reading | You will be asked to undertake a sight reading exercise. This will be provided in the workshop. |
| Movement | Through solo and group work, your physical movement skills will be explored. |
Part two
| Monologues | You will present your monologue from Phase One along with your second prepared monologue. |
| Voice | Your spoken voice will be considered during the performance of your Acting pieces. |
| Q&A session | You will be given the opportunity to ask about the Program or the audition process with a senior member of academic staff. |
Please note: You may be ‘directed’ at any point during the audition. This is to see how well you respond to direction and to get a better idea of your potential.
Audition day emergency contact
Please note the updated contact information for the Bachelor of Acting below:
Acting administration (07) 3735 0006 or email acting@griffith.edu.au
We want you to enjoy your audition with us and will do everything we can to make the process as relaxing as possible. We understand that nerves can sometimes get in the way, which is why we may work with you to help you present yourself to your fullest potential. We want you to do well, as we have a vested interest in the auditions being successful. |
Bachelor of Acting (online workshop)
| Venue | Online in small groups via Zoom |
| Time | Refer to your audition invitation email for your allocated session start time and please login on time. Sessions will run for approximately 3.5 hours. |
| Date | Refer to your audition invitation email |
Please note that in-person auditions are preferred and online auditions will only be arranged in exceptional circumstances.
What to prepare
Acting
You will present your monologue from Phase 1 along with a second prepared contrasting monologue. This can be a classical speech, but is not essential. You can expect to be redirected.
Improvisation
Through solo and group play, your improvisation skills will be explored.
Voice
Your spoken voice will be considered during the performance of your acting pieces.
Refer to the Acting information on Auditions for more information on what you need to prepare.
How to login
Your Phase 2 audition will be held online via Zoom. You will receive an email invitation with login instructions from the Acting team.
Please ensure you login on time and contact the Audition Day Emergency Contact number below if you aren’t able to login at your scheduled time.
On audition day
Setting up for your audition: ensure you have set up in a room where you have enough space to move about and perform your monologues, sight reading and improvisation (preferably a quiet space where you are unlikely to be interrupted and with good internet access). Make certain that the laptop (or desktop computer) you will be using for your Zoom conference is well charged or plugged in.
Registration: Please ensure you login to the waiting room of your Zoom meeting 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. You will be admitted at the commencement of your session.
Introduction and welcome
The audition workshop will be including the following:
| Monologues | You will present your monologue from Phase 1 along with your second prepared monologue. |
| Improvisation | Through play, your improvisation skills will be explored. |
| Sight Reading | You will be asked to undertake a sight reading exercise. This will be provided in the workshop. |
| Voice | Your spoken voice will be considered during the performance of your Acting pieces. |
| Q&A session | You will be given the opportunity to ask about the Program or the audition process. |
Please note: You may be ‘directed’ at any point during the audition. This is to see how well you respond to direction and to get a better idea of your potential.
Audition day emergency contact
Please note the updated contact information for the Bachelor of Acting below:
Acting administration (07) 3735 0006 or email acting@griffith.edu.au
We want you to enjoy your audition with us and will do everything we can to make the process as relaxing as possible. We understand that nerves can sometimes get in the way, which is why we may work with you to help you present yourself to your fullest potential. We want you to do well, as we have a vested interest in the auditions being successful. |
Bachelor of Musical Theatre (Brisbane workshop)
| Venue | Queensland Performing Arts Centre, South Brisbane |
| Time | Session 1: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
| Session 2: 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm | |
| Refer to your audition invitation email for allocated session and please arrive on time | |
| Date | Refer to your audition invitation email |
What to prepare
Singing
You will present your prepared songs from your Phase 1 submission.
Acting
You will present your monologue from Phase 1, along with a second prepared monologue. This may be classical speech if it wasn’t performed in Phase 1.
Refer to the Musical Theatre information on Auditions for more information on what you need to prepare.
What to wear and bring
You should wear comfortable clothing suitable for dance/movement, and trainers or jazz shoes. You do not need to change into formal clothing for your singing audition.
Bring water, food and snacks, something clean / dry to put on following the dance audition, as well as a towel for any floor work. You MUST bring marked-up copies of your sheet music for the pianist.
A copy of your acting pieces (for the panel).
Finding QPAC Stage Door
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre is well situated on the Brisbane River in the heart of South Bank. Stage Door is located halfway along the pedestrian tunnel.
Train station: South Brisbane Station
Bus station: Cultural Centre Bus Station
Parking: QPAC, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Bank
Passenger drop off: Grey Street opposite South Brisbane Station
More information about train and bus services can be found at Translink.
On audition day
Registration: You must be waiting at QPAC stage door at 8.00am (session 1) or 1.30pm (session 2) where you will be met by a member of the administration team and escorted through security to the studio. As the complex is large, late arrivals may miss the commencement of their audition session, so it is essential you are not late.
The audition workshop will be divided into two parts.
Part one
Introduction and welcome
| Dance | Following a warm-up and basic technical exercises, you will be taught a short routine which you will present to the panel. |
| Improvisation | Through solo and group play, your improvisation skills will be explored. |
| Acting | You will present your two pieces to the panel. |
Part two
| Singing | You will present your prepared songs to the panel. |
| Q&A session | You will be given the opportunity to ask about the Program or the audition process with a senior member of academic staff. |
Please note: You may be ‘directed’ at any point during the audition. This is to see how well you respond to direction and to get a better idea of your potential.
Audition day emergency contact
With the development of the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre (QAEMT), please note the new contact details below:
QAEMT telephone (07) 3735 3224 or musical.theatre@griffith.edu.au
We want you to enjoy your audition with us and will do everything we can to make the process as relaxing as possible. We understand that nerves can sometimes get in the way, which is why we may work with you to help you present yourself to your fullest potential. We want you to do well, as we have a vested interest in the auditions being successful. |
Bachelor of Music (Brisbane audition/interview)
| Venue | Queensland Conservatorium - South Bank |
| Address | 140 Grey Street, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101 |
| Time | Refer to your audition invitation email |
| Date | Refer to your audition invitation email |
What to prepare and bring
Refer to your instrument/specialisation information on Auditions for what you need to prepare.
- An accompanist is recommended for some specialisations, however, is not compulsory unless you are auditioning for Classical Voice.
- On audition day you may be required to perform a quick study piece. Please refer to your specialisation on Auditions to download a copy of the quick study piece.
- Bring water, food/snacks and a towel if auditioning on a wind instrument.
- Bring marked-up copies of your music for the pianist or accompanist if required, and any other requirements as listed in the relevant instrument/specialisation section on Auditions.
If you have been invited to attend an interview and performance audition, please note that it will take about 20 minutes.
If you have been invited to attend an interview only, it will take about 15 minutes.
How to get there
By train: The Queensland Conservatorium is located approximately 300 m from the South Brisbane Train Station.
By bus: You can catch a bus from a variety of locations to the South Bank Busway Station.
By car: There are paid public car parks located nearby including in the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
More information about train and bus services can be found at Translink.
On audition day
- When you arrive proceed to Level 2. Entry to the building is via the main doors on the Parklands side of the building. The Grey Street doors are an exit point only.
- Information on all auditions for the day will be available in the foyer on Level 2 during audition week, including a map of where your audition and/or warm-up room is located.
- Warm-up rooms are allocated for specific specialisations and are available for use for 30 minutes prior to your audition. You will have 20 minutes practice time.
- You will proceed to your audition venue 5 minutes prior to your scheduled time. You will not be collected from the room.
- Staff will be available on the day if you have any questions.
Bachelor of Music (online audition/interview)
| Venue | Online via Zoom (for login details refer to your email) |
| Time | Refer to your audition invitation email |
| Date | Refer to your audition invitation email |
Please note that in-person auditions are preferred and online auditions will only be arranged in exceptional circumstances.
What to prepare (interview and performance)
Refer to your Instrument/specialisation information on Auditions for what you need to prepare.
- An accompanist is recommended for some specialisations, however, is not compulsory.
- On audition day you may be required to perform a quick study piece. Please refer to your specialisation on Auditions to download a copy of the quick study piece.
If you have been invited to attend an interview and performance audition, please note that it will take about 20 minutes.
If you have been invited to attend an interview only, it will take about 15 minutes.
The interview will focus on your directions and goals, musical experience, musical knowledge, general education and other relevant matters. Your music CV submitted in Phase 1 may be referred to and assist in discussions at your interview.
How to login
Your Phase 2 audition and/or interview will be held online via Zoom. You will receive a separate email invitation with login instructions from the Head of Specialisation.
Setting up for your audition/interview: ensure you have set up in a room where you have enough space to perform your songs (if you have been invited for a performance and interview), preferably in a quiet space where you are unlikely to be interrupted and with good internet access. Make certain that the laptop (or desktop computer) you will be using for your Zoom conference is well charged or plugged in. You may need an additional device to play your backing tracks songs if required.
If you are required to perform, ensure that your full range of movement is visible in the frame and that the panel can see your face and technique as well as your instrument. For vocalists and small instruments, you can have the camera placed from the waist up.
Please ensure you login to the waiting room of your Zoom meeting 5 minutes before your scheduled start time. You will be admitted at the commencement of your session.
If you are having technical issues with logging in at your scheduled time, please contact the Audition Day Emergency Contact number below.
Audition day emergency contact
Should you have any issues logging on to your audition or interview via Zoom on the day please call us on 07 5552 9917 or email qcguadmissions@griffith.edu.au
Candidates are assessed at audition by an expert panel, who will use the performance and interview to assess their suitability for the programme, current level of technical and musical proficiency, and the perceived potential for technical and musical development over the course of study.
Post-audition timeline
We will review all Phase 2 audition results and prepare to make our offer recommendations to QTAC.
Prior to the offer round, you will receive advice from Griffith University about your eligibility for an offer. This advice will be sent on 11 November 2023 to your nominated email account. We will commence making formal offers via QTAC on 17 November 2023.
When will I hear the outcome?
- 11 November – Griffith University sends advice about your eligibility for an offer
- 14 November – Due date to change your QTAC preference in time for the offer round
- 17 November – First offers will be made via QTAC
For more information on key QTAC dates please visit: QTAC course offers and vacancies.
Frequently asked questions
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