College Audition Intensive

Designed for high school students serious about the college audition process. Receive new headshot from NYC photographer, and insider tips on preparing for the process.

July 23-24, 2027

By application only.

Join us at Open Jar Studios this summer for a two-day College Audition Prep intensive focused on preparing high school students for the journey ahead. Two days of masterclasses and experiences at Open Jar Studios.

  • New headshot with professional NYC photographer

  • Ten headshot prints to take with you from Broadway printing service

  • 10+ hours of masterclasses and coaching with College Program Faculty, Casting Directors, and college specialists

  • How to find the right program for you

  • Monologue work

  • Choosing vocal cuts and preparing material

  • Prescreen tapes and video submissions

Location

Open Jar Studios: 1601 Broadway 11th Floor

Tuition

$1,295 for all masterclasses, coachings, new headshot and prints, dinner and Broadway show ticket

Housing Options

We recommend booking at the Hyatt Regency Times Square, located in the same building as Open Jar Studios, or another nearby hotel

Preparation

Students should prepare and bring a minimum of 3 contrasting 32-bar vocal cuts, and two contrasting monologues.

If you would like to schedule an appointment to find out more information from our Program Director please do so!

To apply for the College Audition Intensive, please fill out the application below and email your headshot and resume to office@openjarinstitute.com. Acceptance into our Broadway Intensives includes the option to register for the College Audition Intensive without additional application.