In partnership with some of the country’s foremost professional theatre training institutions, we offer comprehensive conservatory training in acting, directing, musical performance, production, design and stage management. Equally emphasized is our expansive and innovative theatre studies curriculum, unparalleled in its scope. The professional training faculty is composed of accomplished working artists. The academic faculty is led by internationally recognized theatre studies scholars and theorists. The curriculum is further enriched by required general education courses in the humanities and sciences. An extensive internship program connects students to the professional theatre community of New York. The program is framed by a vast and varied schedule of productions that often involve world-famous guest artists.
Primary and Advanced Training, Internships, Study Abroad The degree requirements include a minimum of three years of professional training, but many students choose to continue beyond the minimum.
General Education (Liberal Arts), Theatre Studies, Electives, Minors There are three areas of academic requirements for the Department of Drama: Theatre Studies, General Education and Electives.