Audition Outfits

You've picked your audition material, performed it to the wall in your bedroom two hundred times, filmed your prescreens, booked your audition dates, and now it's finally time to shine! 

So...what do you wear?! 

The key to dressing perfectly for your college audition is to find an outfit that makes you feel great, exhibits the professionalism that schools are looking for, and supports what you are presenting in terms of your energy and your material.


Here are the most important guidelines:

  • A great audition outfit tells the story of YOU and makes you feel CONFIDENT! Make sure you’re wearing something that feels authentic to who you are and that helps you feel like a million bucks! That’s the energy we want to be bringing into the room!

  • Aim for something that feels polished and put together — but not overly formal! Show that you put some thought and care into your appearance, but don’t hide your personality behind what you think you should be wearing to impress a school. When in doubt, think “first date” — not “job interview!”

  • Avoid any clothing that will require constant adjusting and/or limit your physicality — this applies to apparel that is too tight, oversized, revealing, distracting, and/or physically constricting — and use base layers where appropriate. Your focus needs to be on rocking your pieces and jumping in headfirst to any adjustments you may receive!

  • Choose your footwear wisely! Shoes should be comfortable and allow you to stay grounded and centered to do your best work. If you are not someone who regularly wears high heels, please do not wear them! It is neither an expectation nor a requirement in today’s audition standards. It is FAR more important to wear something you can move comfortably and confidently in.

Pro Tips:

  • Practice in your audition outfit! Lots! Especially your shoes!

  • Always have a back up! Accidents and spills happen — have a second option on hand at auditions for any surprise quick changes! This also applies to dance attire for MT applicants.

  • Remember the weather! Layers and protective outwear are a must!


Additional Questions? Check out “What to Wear for the College Audition” on the MCA Blog — written by MCA Director Gigi Watson!


Audition Outfit Inspiration from MCA Alumni!