When completing the online application please list Detroit School of Arts as your 1st choice to ensure that the application is routed correctly. To apply: https://detroitk12.submittable.com/submit/160104/fine-and-performing-arts-application-2020-21

If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Gant at DSA at (313) 494-6000.

Applicants must submit an online application and meet the minimum grade point average criteria of 2.5 for admission to the Detroit School of Arts.  At the present time, students must submit virtual auditions via video. The virtual audition must be included in the application. Completed applications must include all required and supporting documentation at the time of submission.  Partial or incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed.  

Audition Requirements

Applicants will be notified in writing regarding the specific materials they will need to provide for their auditions.  Listed below are overviews of what students can expect to provide and/or participate in during the audition process.  

Dance

Auditions for the Detroit School of Arts Dance Department will require applicants to participate in a technique class, which may include modern, ballet, jazz and/or tap.

Instrumental Music

Auditions for the Detroit School of Arts Instrumental Music Department will include a performance of technical studies, repertoire and sight reading.

Vocal Music

Auditions for the Detroit School of Arts Vocal Department will include singing "The National Anthem" or "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing", and a song of the student's choice (operatic, contemporary, classical or spiritual). Students must also complete an instructional and theory evaluation.

 Radio and Television

Auditions for the Television and Radio Departments will include the reading of a short newscast from an AP News service.  Applications must complete a timed, 15 minute written evaluation.

Visual Arts

Auditions for the Visual Arts Department will include an art portfolio of student's work completd in or out of school (no cartoons, please). Students will complete an observation drawin lesson and provide a short essay describing the art proces used in the drawing assignment.

Theatre/Drama

Auditions for the Theatre/Drama Department will require applicants to prepare and deliver a two-minute monologue on any topic of their choice (comedy, drama).