How to apply
Admissions into our programmes are competitive. They are based on the talent and creativity displayed during the audition and the level of commitment demonstrated to the performing arts.
STEP 1
Submit Your Application
Complete an application form to start your application process.
STEP 2
PAY THE APPLICATION FEE
Your place in the audition won’t be booked until you’ve paid the €50 Application Fee.
STEP 3
GIVE YOUR bEST IN THE Audition
Every programme has a different audition process. Check out the audition guides below to find out more.
WHAT DOES THE APPLICATION CONSIST OF?
You will be asked to enter:
- Your personal details
- Past and current qualifications
- Description of your relevant experience (150-500 words)
- Reasons for applying for the selected programme at the IAB (50-200 words)
- Description of your career aims (100-200 words)
- Pay €50 Application fee
Additional requirements for Master’s applications:
Your performance/creative CV (in English)
In 1000-1200 words, please answer the following:
- Why you wish to join the programme
- What you will bring to the programme through your prior artistic and professional experience and collaborations
- How you define creative performance practice in relation to your specialism (acting, choreography or musical theatre)
- A weak point related to your practice that you would like to develop
- How you understand the differences between working independently as an individual artist and in collaborative way as part of an interdisciplinary environment
How do I pay the application fee?
You can pay your application fee here. You only need to pay this once, even if you are applying to more than one programme.
Remember your place in the audition won’t be booked until you’ve paid the €50 application fee.
What is the audition process?
We offer In-Person auditions and Live Online auditions on Zoom.
Every programme has a different audition process. Check out the requirements below:
What does the audition consist of?
Live Audition and Interview
You will have a 30-minute session with our staff where you will be asked to perform:
- Contemporary monologue
- Classical monologue
- Song (Acapella or with music)
The audition will be followed by an interview.
What does the audition consist of?
Pre-Audition: Dance Solo Video
You will be asked to submit a dance solo through video.
Live Audition
- Pre-Selection
During the live audition you will take part in:
- Ballet class
- Contemporary class, including improvisation and technical exercises
2. Invited candidates only
- Contemporary dance repertoire workshop
- Interview
What does the audition consist of?
Required video (Prior to the audition)
Submit videos of previous performances, rehearsals or studio practice.
Pre-selection audition
You will take part in the following tutor-led classes:
- Ballet class
- Contemporary class
- Jazz class
Invited candidates only:
- Commercial class
- An individual interview
What does the audition consist of?
STAGE 1: Video submission
You will be asked to submit a video of a:
- Contemporary musical theatre song
- Classical musical theatre song
- Jazz dance video
- Contemporary acting monologue
STAGE 2: Live audition
If you pass the first stage, you will be invited to take part in a live audition where you will be asked to attend a:
- Ballet class
- Jazz class
- Individual presentation of songs and monologue plus interview
What does the audition consist of?
Video Submission
Part 1: Depends on specialisation:
- Acting: One monologue + optional monologue in your own language
- Music Theatre: One monologue + one song + 60-second jazz dance piece
Part 2: Creative response to stimuli:
A creative response of about 2 minutes to one of the stimuli listed in the audition guide.
One-to-One Interview
Online interview and discussion with yourself and members of the MA teaching team.
What does the audition consist of?
Live Audition and Interview
You will have a 30-minute session with our staff where you will be asked to perform:
- Contemporary monologue
- Classical monologue
- Song (Acapella or with music)
The audition will be followed by an interview.
What does the audition consist of?
Pre-Audition: Dance Solo Video
You will be asked to submit a dance solo through video.
Live Audition
- Pre-Selection
During the live audition you will take part in:
- Ballet class
- Contemporary class, including improvisation and technical exercises
2. Invited candidates only
- Contemporary dance repertoire workshop
- Interview
What does the audition consist of?
Required video (Prior to the audition)
Submit videos of previous performances, rehearsals or studio practice.
Pre-selection audition
You will take part in the following tutor-led classes:
- Ballet class
- Contemporary class
- Jazz class
Invited candidates only:
- Commercial class
- An individual interview
What does the audition consist of?
STAGE 1: Video submission
You will be asked to submit a video of a:
- Contemporary musical theatre song
- Classical musical theatre song
- Jazz dance video
- Contemporary acting monologue
STAGE 2: Live audition
If you pass the first stage, you will be invited to take part in a live audition where you will be asked to attend a:
- Ballet class
- Jazz class
- Individual presentation of songs and monologue plus interview
What does the audition consist of?
Required video (Prior to the audition)
Submit videos of previous performances, rehearsals or studio practice.
Pre-selection audition
You will take part in the following tutor-led classes:
- Ballet class
- Contemporary class
- Jazz class
Invited candidates only:
- Commercial class
- An individual interview
STAGE 1: Video submission
You will be asked to submit a video of a:
- Contemporary musical theatre song
- Classical musical theatre song
- Jazz dance video
- Contemporary acting monologue
STAGE 2: Live audition
If you pass the first stage, you will be invited to take part in a live audition where you will be asked to attend a:
- Ballet class
- Jazz class
- Individual presentation of songs and monologue plus interview
What does the audition consist of?
Video Submission
Part 1: Depends on specialisation:
- Acting: One monologue + optional monologue in your own language
- Music Theatre: One monologue + one song + 60-second jazz dance piece
Part 2: Creative response to stimuli:
A creative response of about 2 minutes to one of the stimuli listed in the audition guide.
One-to-One Interview
Online interview and discussion with yourself and members of the MA teaching team.
How and when will i find out my audition outcome?
We aim to inform you of the outcome within four weeks of your audition. You may be offered a place on the programme, placed on a reserve/waiting list, offered a place on an alternative programme or rejected from the programme.
You will be made an unconditional offer if you have successfully passed your audition, achieved the academic entry criteria and hold an IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) for BA (Hons) or MA programmes / IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for Foundation programmes.
A conditional offer will be made if you have successfully passed the audition and have not yet achieved the academic entry criteria or are awaiting results, and/or do not yet have the required level of English certification.
If we have considered your application and think an alternative programme would be more suitable, we will contact you with an unconditional or conditional offer for a different course.
You may be placed on a waiting list / reserve list depending upon your audition level and the number of places remaining on the programme.
If have not passed the audition or will not meet the academic or English entry requirements, we are unable to make an offer to you.
Frequently asked questions
We advise you to apply and audition early as programmes will close once full. Please submit your application at least one week before your audition date.
All elements of the application must be completed in English.
Yes, you can apply for one more than programme. We will arrange your audition times to ensure you can complete all elements of the auditions.
The format and decision criteria approach of both types of auditions is identical, so select which suits you best. Please only select one audition on your application form.
List the school, academic or vocational qualifications that you have already achieved, or are still studying, from age 17 years. Please list the qualifications as best fits your country’s system.
No, you don’t! If you pass the audition you would receive a conditional offer based upon you achieving the academic and English language requirements.
No, we don’t request any additional references.
