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The premier East Coast college audition experience — musical theatre, acting, dance & design. Three days, one venue, every door open.
See what’s included, compare pricing, and pick the track that fits your student.
See pricing & register → Colleges & ProgramsMeet hundreds of audition-ready students in one weekend — no travel, every program in one place.
Info for colleges → Already RegisteredYour schedule, the venue, what to bring, and day-of logistics — all in one place.
Day-of details →25+ colleges confirmed so far — with new schools announced the 1st of every month through October 1, 2026.
Representing a college program? Register your school to attend — free →
Built by industry professionals and theatre educators who fully understand the artistic journey and the college admissions process. Every detail is intentional. Every student is supported.
Students get seen across multiple settings — not just one make-or-break room.
Training sessions, masterclasses, and craft-building intensives led by faculty.
Direct relationships with faculty plus invite-only callback opportunities.
An industry panel, our Broadway headliner, and college faculty — real touchpoints with people working in the industry right now.
Installment options available. We strive to give you access to the schools you'll love.
New to DC Unifieds? See tracks, what to prepare & the full FAQ →
Auditioning for college theatre programs is expensive when you do it school by school. We bring the colleges to you, so one registration replaces a season of plane tickets, hotels, and application fees. Here is what that actually looks like on paper.
Most students audition for 8 to 12 programs. Auditioning at just 10 schools in person can run more than $12,000 for the season.
Current rate through September 1 (regularly $1,299). That is a fraction of the cost of traveling the country, and you walk in front of every program at once.
Register now →Every student at DC Unifieds receives a free application and audition fee waiver from each attending college. With 40 colleges expected this year and each waiver valued at $50 to $100, that is $2,000 to $4,000 in waived fees alone, which is more than the cost of registration itself.
// Travel estimates based on a typical out of state audition trip for two. Fee waiver totals based on 40 attending colleges at $50 to $100 per waiver. Actual savings vary by student.
DC Unifieds is founded and led by CJ Cimino-Johnson. Here's what students & families say about his college coaching — the same guidance behind every audition room at the event.
"The coaching was amazing! It was professional and fun. We laughed and it made the entire process fly by with zero stress. We also created my list and completed common applications quickly and efficiently."
"CJ's college coaching was an extremely useful tool in helping me reach my dream school. He streamlined the process in a very simple yet effective spreadsheet that showed me what I needed to do and when… I was able to get most of my acceptances by January and committed by March. I would 100% recommend."
"CJ fosters an environment that allows his students the comfort and support to grow as students, performers, and most importantly people."
Auditions for every type of student entering the industry. Choose how you want to participate.
Pre-professional college prep experience for younger students. Workshops, faculty face time, and a structured audition.
Two pathways — live virtual callbacks Oct 24–25, or fully asynchronous submission. Both reviewed by every attending college.
Sing, dance, act — the full triple-threat experience in front of top MT program faculty.
Portfolio reviews and interviews for design, stage management, and tech students.
Monologue work, scene study, and program-specific auditions for BFA acting candidates.
Submit your registration and payment through our portal to lock in your spot.
On September 1st, get a unique code to submit pre-screen materials.
Submit pre-screen materials by September 15th for early feedback.
On October 1st, sign up for workshops taught by attending colleges.
Pack your resume, headshots, and confidence. It's showtime.
Check in, get your materials, and get settled before the event begins.
Real people from the industry on how the college process actually works — with open questions and comments from students and parents.
Rest up — auditions start in the morning.
Doors open — warm up, get focused, find your rooms.
A 5, 6, 7, 8… auditions and college-led masterclasses run through the morning. Lunch break at 1:00 PM.
One-on-one attention with the schools that want to see more of you. Dinner break at 6:00 PM.
Optional — celebrate with new friends and our Broadway headliner while college reps have their own dinner.
Final callbacks with colleges attending in person and virtually.
Break for lunch, wrap up, and safe travels — we can't wait to see you shine on stage in the future.
Our Broadway headliner — Joah Ditto of The Outsiders (Broadway & Tour) — joins us live on Friday, virtually from the road. A real touchpoint with a working Broadway performer: his story, his advice, and Friday night's student karaoke.
Meet Joah →
Broadway · The Outsiders
NYC-based and originally from Oxnard, California, Joah is a graduate of the Institute for American Musical Theatre. He’s currently a Universal Swing in The Outsiders on Broadway and on tour, after growing up in the community and regional theatres of Ventura County.
“Every performer has their own journey, and every opportunity is a worthy one. Every road takes you one step closer to your goals — so long as you hold onto hope and a strong work ethic.” Joah Ditto
DC Unifieds is built to advocate for families — not just for the three days in the room, but for the whole journey home and beyond.
An audition season is one of the most stressful, expensive things a family takes on. So we made a promise: every student leaves with feedback, a real plan, and a team that keeps working for them — whatever the outcome.
For every family
Every student leaves with written notes from the faculty and professionals who saw them — what landed, what to build next, and an honest read on where they stand.
We build each family a personalized shortlist: programs still holding auditions, rolling deadlines, and best-fit matches — including BFA, BA, and transfer pathways.
With your permission, we share your student's materials and our notes directly with college programs that still have openings and are a genuine fit.
Our Artist Ambassadors and coaching team stay in your corner long after check-out — including guidance on re-auditioning and a stronger run next cycle.
Here's the truth we tell every family: no one can promise a "yes." What we can promise is that we will not stop working for your student. If a program isn't the right match this round, you don't walk away empty-handed — you walk away with feedback, introductions, a plan, and a standing invitation to come back. We keep advocating until you find your stage.
Breaking into the industry · Season One
Honest conversations about auditioning, training, and actually building a life in the performing arts — straight from the people who've walked the road. Press play on Episode 1, then catch the rest on the channel.
Broadway investor, published author, producer, and CEO of Northern Virginia Performing Arts. Over 100 productions directed and three nonprofits founded across two decades in theatre education.
Operations and marketing leader with over a decade driving organizational excellence and audience engagement. Brings holistic experience across artistic, administrative, and front-of-house functions.
Nonprofit executive, theatre director, and festival producer with deep roots across the Virginia and national theatre education ecosystem.
It's time to count yourself in. Join the premier event for college auditions in the DC region — we save you thousands by bringing the colleges directly to you.
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