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6 Is Study Abroad for You? Departments SETC Schools Offer Broad Array of Programs by Paul B. Crook 4 400 Words Enjoy Your Night at the Theatre ... 14 Chart: Study Abroad Programs or We’ll Make You! by Bret Jones compiled by Paul B. Crook

32 Words, Words, Words... 20 10 Ways Study Abroad Gives You a Jump Review of Stage Money: The Business of on Your Career the Professional Theater by Tim Donahue by Tessa Carr and Jim Patterson reviewed by Philip G. Hilll 24 Paying for Study Abroad Yes, You CAN Afford It! 36 Index to Volume LI by Scott Crawford

30 London Calling Cover Tips for Planning a Study Abroad Trip to England by George Hillow This photo of the final tableau of Marisol by Jose Rivera, shown during its run at the Forum Theater on the Ohio University (OU) campus in Athens in February 2010, 31 Resources was chosen from more than 130 photos submitted by Surfing for Study Abroad Programs colleges and universities. The play, part of OU’s mainstage season, was directed, designed and photographed by by Amile Wilson students. The director was Vanessa Mercado Taylor (MFA thesis); scenic design was by Sarah O’Brien (MFA thesis); costume design was by Kimberly Parkman (2nd year MFA student); and lighting design was by Brittany Shemuga (undergraduate senior). The photo was shot by Kelly Cline, Special Section currently a senior majoring in commercial photography in the School of Visual Communication, as part of her work in OU’s Program to Aid Career Exploration (PACE). This D-1 2011 SETC College, University & Training Program internship-like program provides the School of Theater Directory with photography majors who learn to do performance photography by shooting mainstage productions under the Find the right school for you in this comprehensive directory listing SETC member direction of theatre professor emeritus Robert Winters. The institutions and the degrees they offer. photos are used to create lobby displays, provide portfolio (Special section begins after Page 18.) photos and preserve archival records of all shows. (Cover design by Deanna Thompson)

400 Words from Bret Jones, Director of Theatre, Wichita State University Enjoy Your Night at the Theatre ... or We’ll Make You! heatre folk have The rules, such as they are, go something Denis Diderot propagated the concept of Tbeen bemoaning like this: Sit still, turn off your cell phone, the “fourth wall,” we have gone to great the decline of our field take out crying babies, laugh when it’s ap- lengths to push our audiences away from for decades now. Groans about lack of propriate, don’t when it’s not, clap at the our performances, causing them to be artifi- funding, support and audience members end of scenes, don’t be a distraction to the cial, things to be admired from afar and not punctuate the conversations we have ev- actors, no visiting during the show … and partaken of directly. The fourth wall shifted ery day. Our chagrin is aimed at the lack the list goes on. We have made attending our focus from being audience-centered to of people in our seats, but when we do the theatre like going to the doctor’s office being actor-centered. We expect audiences get them there, we grumble about poor to give blood and urine, instead of an event to pay good money and admire us and, by behavior, cell phone interference and lack filled with energy, excitement and, dare I golly, we want them to tell us so. Our work of theatre courtesy. say it, entertainment. No wonder hordes is for the audience. We are there for them, At the start of a recent show I attended, a of people bemoan their state if attending not the other way around. If we spent more young actor came out and read a list of rules a night at the theatre. I’m a theatre person, time cultivating this relationship, instead of on how to behave correctly in the theatre. and I dread going because it’s become clini- laying down ground rules for how to enjoy Theatres everywhere are doing similar cal, as opposed to seeming like a hot date. theatre, we might have audiences again. n things: newsletters to patrons on theatre Theatre practitioners have laid the blame rules and regulations, announcements at the feet of “uneducated” audiences who Have an opinion you would like to share with your colleagues on a topic related to before a show about silencing cell phones lack the intelligence to enjoy our art form. theatre? Send your column of 400 words and other devices, and classes on the The reality is, we are to blame for our re- or less to [email protected]. university level that teach proper theatre lationship with our audiences. Ever since conduct as part of their curriculum. Letter to the Editor Dear Editor: and it is the publishers/leasing agents who Ray Paolino’s “400 Words” in the Fall are inserting into their contracts efforts at 2010 Southern Theatre raises important such control. I talked recently to a very moral and legal questions. I addressed famous playwright who was not even some of them in my article in the Fall aware of such restrictions, and who agreed 2005 Southern Theatre, but sadly little has that his own scripts were not intended to changed since then. control a director in that way. Paolino is mistaken, however, when Paolino is right that we should model he says that “copyright laws” prohibit for our students respect for the law and changes in the script. All that the laws do for playwrights’ intent (if we can figure is to reserve to the playwright control over out what that is). More playwrights need whether such changes will be allowed. to discuss with their leasing agents how Understandably, most playwrights will much they really expect to control in not want the words of the script changed productions they will never see. The leasing without permission, but stage directions are agencies, as far as I can tell, are protecting often not even written by the playwright, themselves by blanket prohibitions in their and instead are a record of an early pro- contracts that ridiculously limit directorial duction. And controlling the words of the creativity. Sadly, at the rate at which the stage directions may be understandable in legal complexities of directing a play are any reprinting, but can the playwright, by piling up in our litigious society, we will copyrighting his words, control the move- all be in court unless we revert to cookbook ments of the actors on a stage? The design directing – simply following the recipe. of the scenery and costumes? Philip G. Hill The law is less than clear on that point, Professor Emeritus, Furman University

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ADVERTISING The opportunity to study in another country can be a life-changing experience Claire Wisniewski, [email protected] for theatre students. Emerging artists (and seasoned ones) need a broad and BUSINESS & ADVERTISING OFFICE diverse perspective if they are to create, advance and advocate for theatre. In Southeastern Theatre Conference PO Box 9868 our sixth annual College & University issue, Southern Theatre takes an in-depth Greensboro, NC 27429-0868 Tlook at the value of study abroad in our increasingly global society. Paul B. Crook 336-272-3645 PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE offers an overview of overseas study opportunities offered by SETC member Chris Hardin, Chair, Austin Peay State University (TN) institutions that responded to an e-mail survey, and more detail is provided in David Balthrop, Murray State University (KY) an accompanying chart. J. Caleb Boyd, University of West Georgia Sam Sparks, Independent Theatre Artist (TX) What benefits does study abroad provide for a student? Tessa Carr explores Scott Phillips, Auburn University (AL) the advantages from the standpoint of professors and graduate school program EDITORIAL BOARD Jesse Bates, Alabama School of Fine Arts directors. In brief sidebars sprinkled throughout the magazine, students and Sonya/Tim Bixler, Washington School/Delta Center Stage (MS) professors who have been overseas for study share the impact that the experience Doug Brown, Freelance Technical Director (NC) Tessa Carr, Lees-McCrae College (NC) had on their lives and careers. Denise Gillman, Christopher Newport University (VA) One of the biggest obstacles for many students is the anticipated cost of study- Kendra Johnson, Clemson University (SC) ing abroad, but Scott Crawford notes that the perception of cost is often much Jerry Lapidus, Independent Theatre Artist (FL) Ray Paolino, University of Georgia higher than reality. He shares inside information on how students’ financial aid Scott Phillips, Auburn University (AL) can sometimes be applied to the cost – and provides resources for finding schol- Richard St. Peter, Texas Tech University Jim Stacy, Louisiana State University at Alexandria arships as well. Steve Willis, Bennett College for Women (NC) We also offer advice for professors on developing their own study abroad Amile Wilson, Pippin & Maxx Arts and Entertainment (MS) PROOFREADERs programs. George Hillow, who has taken a number of student groups overseas, Philip G. Hill, Furman University shares tips on putting together a trip to London. Finally, Amile Wilson shares Denise Halbach, Freelance Director (MS) resources for finding additional study abroad opportunities. PRINTING Clinton Press, Greensboro, NC Rounding out our focus on students is the center section of the magazine, Note on Submissions where we provide a comprehensive resource to help in selecting a school: the Southern Theatre welcomes submissions of articles pertaining 2011 College, University & Training Program Directory, listing SETC member to all aspects of theatre. Preference will be given to subject matter closely linked to theatre activity in the Southeastern institutions and the degrees they offer. United States. Articles are evaluated by the editor and This issue also includes our regular “400 Words” column, in which Bret Jones members of the Editorial Board. Criteria for evaluation include: suitability, clarity, significance, depth of treatment expresses his frustration over theatres’ growing emphasis on rules of behavior and accuracy. Please query the editor via e-mail before for audiences. Do you agree or disagree? Weigh in with a letter to the editor. sending articles. Submissions are accepted on disk or via e-mail. Stories should not exceed 3,000 words. Color photos Finally, in “Words, words, words…,” our regular book column, Philip G. Hill (300 dpi in jpeg or tiff format) and a brief identification of reviews a new book on how theatre is financed. the author should accompany all articles. Please note any photos, disks and other materials to be returned and include As always, we strive to deliver current, cutting-edge ideas and tools. We hope SASE. Send stories to: Editor, Southern Theatre, PO Box 9868, you will find this issue meaningful for your organization and for you person- Greensboro, NC 27429-0868. E-mail: [email protected]. ally. 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How Study Abroad Changed My Life Imagine yourself attending a class at Shakespeare’s Globe in London. Or learning Stanislavski techniques TAYLOR HOHMAN at the Moscow Art Theatre. Or participating in Second-year MFA student workshops at the National Academy of Chinese Arts Physical Theatre program Iin Beijing. Accademia dell’Arte Arezzo, Italy If you think visiting those faraway theatres seems more like a dream than a realizable goal, English language teacher you may be surprised to learn of the numerous Accademia Britannica Arezzo, Italy opportunities available today to study abroad. With the theatre world increasingly becoming more global DEGREE: in perspective, Southern Theatre recently surveyed BA, Theatre Arts member institutions about opportunities they offer Catawba College, Salisbury, NC to students and others for study abroad. The survey found a wide array of opportunities to study in STUDY ABROAD: places from London to China. Many of the programs 2002: Semester in London through are open to anyone, not just to students attending a Catawba College and CAPA particular school. In addition to programs offered 2005: Post-graduate study in through institutions, we also found a number of other Arezzo, Italy, through Accademia dell’Arte independent organizations that offer study abroad opportunities in theatre. (See list, Page 34.) What is the most important thing you learned through study abroad? If you are considering participating in a study Both my semester in London and my year in Arezzo were critical in broaden- abroad program through your university or another ing my personal horizons, offering a profound exposure to and immersion in organization, you need to do some homework. This foreign cultures, granting me an overall global perspective, offering a mirror to story will provide an overview of offerings at schools reflect what it means to be an American, and inspiring me not to limit myself that participated in our survey, while the chart on with geographical and linguistic boundaries. Pages 14-17 will provide more in-depth information about study abroad opportunities offered by those How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? institutions. Some issues to pay particular attention to It is quite safe to say that my study abroad experiences have had an enor- when looking at the chart include: Is the trip open to mous impact on my development as a person and an artist. They quite liter- people who do not attend the institution (if it’s offered ally changed the course of my life. Upon completion of the MFA program at through a university you do not attend)? Does the the Accademia dell’Arte, I intend to remain in Italy and pursue my career as fee include airfare? Does it cover room and board? a professional actor throughout Europe. I firmly believe that study abroad Does it include the cost of tickets to any shows you programs are an absolute necessity for American undergraduate students, will see? Can you apply your financial aid to the cost not only to enrich their college study experience, but to grant them a wider of your trip? Are scholarships available specific to world view in an increasingly global society. the study abroad program? (Note: Online at www.

setc.org/publications, you will find the full versions of the survey responses with more detail on program offerings.)

Is Study Abroad for You? How Study Abroad Changed My Life JULIE GAFNEA Senior University of Alabama of Programs at Birmingham (UAB) STUDY ABROAD: Perhaps the biggest question, particularly in May 2009: Two weeks in Bulgaria today’s depressed economy, is: Why study abroad? and Greece through UAB. Throughout the magazine, you will find comments from students who found study abroad to be a life- What is the most important thing altering event. In addition, you’ll find a story outlining you learned through the benefits from teachers’ and graduate programs’ study abroad? perspectives on Page 20. The course I took was not so much about learning as about experiencing. Cost, of course, is one of the biggest considerations Everything that I learned from my trip for many contemplating study abroad. The average I could have learned from a textbook. cost at the colleges in our survey that specified a cost The experiences, however, I could not was about $4,300. The majority included room and have gotten any other way. You can board in the cost, and about half included airfare. stare at a picture of the Parthenon Twenty-eight institutions said they allow students to or at an epic view all you want, but apply financial aid toward the cost of the program, when you are staring at it in person, and 19 offer scholarships specifically for study abroad. when you are there, you become a part of it. To walk the same agora (See Page 24 for more information on paying for a study and to smell the same air that Socrates did or to sit in the same theatre that abroad trip.) held the festivals that performed plays by Aristophanes, among others – these The locations of study abroad opportunities varied are things that can never come from a textbook. among survey respondents. However, the majority (21) of the 32 institutions that responded to our How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? survey indicated they send students to England. Eight Right now I am dramaturging the play Lysistrata by Aristophanes. It is so re- institutions offer multiple locations for study abroad. warding that I can say that I have sat in the very theatre where this play was The time frame of programs ranges from two weeks performed. I have stood in the very acropolis that is the setting of the play. These rewards add an entirely new dimension to my work as a researcher of (Christopher Newport University) to two full semesters ancient Greece. (New York Film Academy and Randolph College) to an entire master of fine arts (MFA) degree program (Mississippi University for Women/Academia Dell’Arte). All but one of the institutions (the Because each of the programs has its own unique African American Theatre Program at the University focus, perhaps the easiest way to examine them is to of Louisville) offer class credit for study abroad look at the various locations for the studies and what programs, 75 percent offer students the chance to each offers to students. take workshops or classes with theatre professionals, ENGLAND and all of them offer opportunities to see some of Number of offerings: 21 the most amazing professional theatre productions Campbell University, Centre College, Christopher Newport in the world. University, Florida State University, Georgia Perimeter Each institution has its own goals and purposes for College, Indiana University, Louisiana Tech University, its study abroad program. Some are centered around Lyon College, Meredith College, Middle Tennessee State a theatrical event, while others have a different focus University, Missouri State University, New York Film for each trip. Some offer students practical experience Academy, Northern Kentucky University, Randolph in classical Italian comedy, with performance College, Troy University, University of North Carolina at opportunities provided at the end of the study. Chapel Hill, University of North Carolina at Greensboro,

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www.sft.edu University of Southern Mississippi, Valdosta State University, Western Kentucky University and University of Wyoming. How Study Abroad Changed My Life All of the programs with England as a destination offer an opportunity for students to experience DEBORAH BELL Professor of Costume Design firsthand the culture of one of the top locations in University of North Carolina at the world for Western drama. Greensboro At Valdosta State University, “the most important Author, Mask Makers and Their part of the study abroad program is for students to Craft: An Illustrated Worldwide have a firsthand cultural experience,” says Professor Study Eric Nielsen, who has led and taught in numerous study abroad programs. In addition to study with STUDY ABROAD: guest artists and tours, students who take this 1984: Summer study in Italy and Am- school’s five-week intensive are required to go on one sterdam through University of Georgia field trip for each lecture they attend. This mixture 1997: Summer tour of London and sur- of classroom and tactile experience helps immerse rounding cities through USITT Costume the students in London’s atmosphere. Commission 2003: Winter study in Bali through One of the more hands-on England programs is Dell’Arte International School of Physi- offered by the University of Southern Mississippi cal Theatre (USM). Associate Professor Robin Carr’s students have the opportunity to meet and work with British What is the most important thing you learned through study abroad? professionals, including actors, directors, designers In order to comment on the world, an artist needs to know something about the and playwrights. The experience, she says, is an world. I would certainly rank my study abroad experiences as the most effective “energizing experience that also includes all of way to access and understand broad cross-currents and influences in art and what London theatre has to offer.” In addition to theatre, not just from historical and cultural perspectives, but by sharing artistic seeing plays, galleries, museums and landmarks, sensibilities with individual foreign artists and theatre practitioners. the students are afforded the chance to perform and showcase their work at the end of the one-month How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? term. Not limited to London, USM’s program offers My introduction to Italy through the excellent summer studies abroad program offered by the University of Georgia directly influenced my lifelong apprecia- a four-day extended trip to Edinburgh for an up-close tion of the great theatre playwright, director, designer and performer, Dario look at theatre in Scotland. Fo, ultimately resulting in grant-sponsored research at his archival center in IRELAND/SCOTLAND Milan. That experience also led to a satisfying collaboration with an Italian Number of offerings: 6 theatre company, which resulted in theatre tours in both Italy and the southeast Christopher Newport University, Georgia Perimeter United States. College, Middle Tennessee State University, St. Edward’s My participation in Dell’Arte International’s annual winter study abroad University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro program in Bali introduced me to major Balinese performers and mask makers. and Western Kentucky University. It was a truly life-changing experience that reaffirmed my intention to write Other popular destinations for study abroad in about mask makers worldwide. Indeed, this exotic experience shaped the the United Kingdom include Scotland and Ireland content and perspective of my book Mask Makers and Their Craft: An Illustrated Worldwide Study, recently published by McFarland & Company, Inc., – and not just as “side trips” from a London tour. St. Publishers. Edward’s University has an unusual summer-intensive program to Scotland that is undertaken jointly with Queen Margaret University. This interdisciplinary theatre companies looking to employ professionals program takes place leading up to and during the with wide-ranging skill sets, a program such as this famed Edinburgh Festival Fringe. According to can be invaluable in terms of preparing theatre artists Assistant Professor Sheila Gordon, the program for multiple tasks as they enter the work force. focuses on “developing collaborations between In addition to a short winter-break appreciation theatre students and business students during a total course to London, Middle Tennessee State University immersion into global theatre-making and festival also offers students a practical, hands-on experience and event management studies.” With more and more in Ireland every other year. Students participate in

10 a program that “involves writing, producing and comic text,” according to Professor Ray Paolino, the touring an original show,” says Professor Scott Boyd. director of the program. In addition to their stay in This tour gives students all of the usual benefits of Cortona, located in the heart of Tuscany, students study abroad in terms of experiencing a different take field trips to Florence and Rome for viewings at theatrical culture, but also gives participants a chance museums of some of the major Renaissance art works to learn about the excitement of producing an original surviving in the world today. “Drama in Cortona” work and the rigors of an international tour. students finish their semester-long stay by performing ITALY, FRANCE, GERMANY, SPAIN and in hilltop amphitheatres, on town squares and in a GREECE traditional Tuscan theatre. Number of offerings: 8 One of the most unusual study abroad programs Accademia dell’Arte-Hendrix College, Mississippi detailed in the survey is also one of the newest. University for Women/Accademia Dell’Arte, New York Professor William Biddy, director of theatre at Film Academy, University of Georgia, University of Mississippi University for Women (MUW), oversees North Carolina at Greensboro, University of Kentucky, a new MFA program that hosted its inaugural class in Valdosta State University and Virginia Commonwealth fall 2009. Twelve students were admitted to spend 28 University. months earning an MFA in physical theatre, offered Italy is a popular destination for European by MUW in conjunction with Accademia dell’Arte study abroad. The University of Georgia’s “Drama in Arezzo, Italy. The study, Biddy says, is “rooted in in Cortona” program is a “practical experience in the spirit of the commedia dell’arte or the ethos of the Italy studying classical Italian comedy style through actor-creator.” Students study traditional commedia application, rehearsal and performance of an abridged techniques, as well as movement, dance, Italian

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NSU-UG-5770 SETC LO1 language, mime/mask work and the See charts on Pages 14-17 for details on study abroad programs offered circus arts. Biddy says “the program fully by survey respondents. For more comprehensive information from the prepares students to devise and create their own ensemble performance informed by a survey forms, visit the SETC website at www.setc.org/publications. study of the aesthetic, historical and social context.” OTHER NATIONS African American Theatre Program at and Chekhov during a one-month stay in Number of offerings: 8 the University of Louisville, has helped Moscow, with directors, actors and designers Armstrong Atlantic State University, Dell’Arte establish a working relationship with the focusing on the collaborative process. International School of Physical Theatre, National Academy of Chinese Theatre THEATRE ON A GLOBAL SCALE Middle Tennessee State University, New Arts, Xiamen University and the Foreign Turn the page to learn more details York Film Academy, University of Louisville Studies University, which “seeks to about these study abroad programs. All African American Theatre Program, Virginia create opportunities for the students and of the programs, regardless of location or Commonwealth University and Wayne State communities of these two very different duration, seek to enrich the lives of students University. cultures to learn about each other’s through contact with and immersion into From the Czech Republic (Armstrong performing arts, cultures and the histories a different theatrical and social culture. Atlantic) to South Africa (Virginia that inform them,” according to Thomas. They afford students the chance to alter Commonwealth) to China (University of Joan Schirle’s Dell’Arte study abroad perspectives and experience the world of Louisville) and more, there are numerous students work with Balinese artists in their theatre on a truly global scale. n opportunities for students looking for family homes while studying movement, a theatrical experience in a different mask and voice work. Paul B. Crook is an assistant professor of acting and directing at Louisiana Tech University in culture. Professor James Thomas’ students at Ruston, LA, and the chair of SETC’s Acting/ Lundeana Thomas, director of the Wayne State University study Stanislavski Directing Committee.

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College/university/ Study abroad Program Program Class credit Number Show Classes/ Student Total cost Airfare Room Can Scholarships training program program duration open to on trip? of plays tickets workshops internships of the trip to included in and financial aid specific to location students included available possible each cost? board be applied “study abroad” attend? in trip with theatre at theatres student? included toward trip program? cost? professionals? visited? in cost? cost?

Armstrong Atlantic Czech 1-month summer Anyone Yes; 6 hours 12-14 Yes Yes No $3,400 Yes Yes Yes Yes State University Republic program; follow-up work on return Campbell University England; England: Anyone Yes; England: 3 5 included Yes Varies No Variable Yes Yes Yes No “Student Choice” 4 weeks; hours; “Student in England program “Student Choice”: Choice”: up to trip 1 semester 18 hours Centre College England 1 semester Entire Yes; up to Numerous Some Yes No Variable No No Yes No campus 12 hours Christopher Newport England, 2-week seminars Entire Yes; 3 hours 8-9 Yes Yes Yes $2,500-$3,000 Yes Yes Yes No University Department Scotland campus of Theater and Dance Dell’Arte International Bali, Indonesia 1 month Anyone Yes 3-10 Yes Yes No $3,875 No Yes Yes No School of Physical Theatre

Florida State University England 1 semester Anyone Yes Usually 30 8-10 Yes Yes Varies; $8,000- No Yes Yes No per semester included $13,500 Georgia Perimeter England, Ireland, 5-8 weeks Anyone Yes; 6 hours 3 or more Partially Yes No Varies by country; Yes Yes Yes Yes College other locations $3,500-$5,500 Hendrix College/ Italy 1 semester; Anyone Yes; usually 2 Yes Yes Yes Semester: No Yes Yes Yes Accademia dell’Arte summer; January 15 or more $16,337; term program Summer: $6,342 Indiana University England 3-week summer Entire Yes; 3 hours 4-8 required Yes Yes No $3,000 No Yes Yes Yes (main campus) intensive campus Louisiana Tech England 3 weeks Entire Yes 10-plus Yes Yes No $5,600 Yes Yes Yes Yes University campus Lyon College England 2 weeks Entire Yes; 1 hour 8 Yes No No $650 No; paid No; paid No No campus by university by university Meredith College England 6 weeks Anyone Yes; 12 hours At least 4 No No Yes $5,600 No Yes Yes Yes Middle Tennessee England, Winter break; Anyone Yes; 3 hours Varies; 5-9 Yes No No Varies; about Yes Yes Yes Yes State University Honduras, summer course $3,700 Ireland, Russia Mississippi University Italy 28 months Anyone Yes; full Numerous No Yes No response No response No No Yes No for Women/Accademia (MFA degree 60-hour dell’Arte program) MFA degree Missouri State England 1 semester Entire Yes; 3-6 hours Unlimited No Yes No Variable No response No response No response No response University campus New York England, France, 2 semesters; Campus Yes Varies No Yes Yes Varies No No No No Film Academy Italy, Shanghai, terms of and other according to by location Abu Dhabi, Beijing, 4-8 weeks colleges/ location Tokyo, Seoul, UAE universities Northern Kentucky England 2-week winter Anyone Yes; 3 hours A minimum Yes Yes No 2-week London Yes Yes Yes Yes University break; 1-week of 5 winter theatre: spring break; 5-week $3,395 summer programs

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Randolph College England, 1 and 2 semesters, Anyone Yes; full course 6 or more Yes, for Yes No $4,500-$5,000 Yes Yes Yes Yes Theatre various locations with occasional load for semes- summer for summer trips 2-week summer ter or 3 hours trip only trips for summer St. Edward’s University Scotland Summer intensive Entire Yes; 6 hours 6-20 6 tickets Yes Yes $4,800 No Yes Yes Yes campus included Troy University England 2 weeks Anyone Yes; 3-6 hours Varies No No No response $3,000-4,000 Yes Yes Yes Yes University of Alabama at Various 1 semester; short Entire Yes 2-4 (desired No Yes No $2,700-$3,500 Yes Yes Yes Yes Birmingham destinations “Maymester” term campus number) Theatre Department University of Georgia Italy 1 semester; short Anyone Yes; 6 hours 1-2, usually in Yes No No $4,500 No Yes Yes No “Maymester” term Rome or Florence University of Kentucky France 3 weeks Entire Yes; 3 hours 6-8 Yes Yes No $2,990 No Yes Yes Yes Department of Theatre campus University of Louisville China During semester Anyone No 2-6 Yes No No $500-$1,500; Yes Yes No No African American Theatre breaks university pays Program remainder of cost University of North England Summer study Entire Yes; 6 hours 9 Yes Yes No $5,564.69 Yes Yes Yes Yes Carolina at Chapel Hill campus Department of Dramatic Art University of North England, Ireland, 1 and 2 semesters Anyone Yes; 12-18 As many as Varies Yes Yes $7,000-$10,000, No Yes Yes Yes Carolina at Greensboro Scotland, hours they want depending on Germany location/duration University of Southern England 1 month Anyone Yes; 6 hours Varies Yes Yes No $5,799 for under- Yes No Yes No Mississippi graduates; $5,999 for graduate students University of Wyoming England 1 semester Entire Yes; up to 12 Minimum of 4 No Yes No $9,000 No Yes Yes Yes campus hours Valdosta State University England, 5-week intensive Anyone Yes; 6 hours 3 minimum No Yes No $4,000-$6,000 Yes Yes Yes Yes Germany, France, depending on Italy, Spain, location China, Russia Virginia Commonwealth Serbia, Romania, 3-week summer Campus Yes; 3 or 6 2-10 Varies Yes No $3,100 Yes Yes Yes Yes University Greece, South intensive theatre hours Africa students Wayne State University Moscow 1 month Campus Yes; 3 hours 8 or more 8 tickets Yes No $4,000-$5,000 Yes Yes Yes No Department of Theatre theatre stu- included (including dents and variable personal students expenses) from other colleges/ universities Western Kentucky England, Ireland 1 semester; summer Anyone Yes; 3-12 hours Varies Varies Yes No $4,200 No Yes Yes Yes University and winter term trips

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College, University & Training Program Directory

Looking for the best setting to launch your career in theatre? Perhaps you’re seeking the perfect place to pursue an advanced degree in one of the theatre disciplines? To help you make those choices, we have compiled the most comprehensive directory available anywhere listing degrees and special programs offered at SETC member colleges, universities and training programs.

Advertisers: American Musical and Dramatic Academy D-2 East Carolina University D-3 George Washington University D-4 Milligan College D-6 New York Conservatory D-7 Nova Southeastern University D-8 Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey D-9 University of Alabama Birmingham D-10 University of Alabama Tuscaloosa D-11 University of South Florida D-12 University of Virginia D-13 Virginia Commonwealth University D-14 Wake Forest University D-15 2011 SETC College, University

ACCADEMIA DELL’ARTE Set Construction and Design, Light and Sound there’s no waiting until your junior or senior year PO Box 251505 Design, Theatrical Makeup Application, Theatre to be there! Little Rock, AR 72225-1505 History and Theatre Management. Contact: Austin Barrow Villa Godiola, Via San Fabiano, 9, 52100 Arezzo, Contact: Dr. Tommie Stewart, Chair 800-664-9250; austinbarrow@andrewcollege. Italy 334-229-6929; [email protected] edu Contact: Linda Brown, Managing Director www.alasu.edu/CVPA/default.aspx www.andrewcollege.edu 501-227-5063; 011 39 0575 294 155; lbrown@ dell-arte.org AMERICAN MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY www.dell-arte.org ACADEMY (AMDA) Department of Theatre and Dance 6305 Yucca St., Los Angeles, CA 90028 PO Box 32123 AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE 211 W. 61st St., New York, NY 10023 Boone, NC 28608 141 E. College Ave. Degrees: BFA; 2-Year Conservatory Pro- Degrees: BAs: Theatre Arts (Design/Technol- Decatur, GA 30030-3797 grams ogy, General, Performance), Dance Studies; BS: Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Dance; Minors: The- Profile: For over 45 years, AMDA has been Teaching Theatre Arts, K-12; Minors: Theatre atre, Dance recognized as one of America’s premier insti- Arts, Dance Profile: Agnes Scott College offers a student- tutions for the performing arts, and is the only Profile: Appalachian State University Depart- centered theatre and dance program that pro- performing arts college to offer BFA degrees ment of Theatre and Dance offers a dynamic vides foundational training, faculty collaboration and conservatory programs with campuses in co-curricular production program that provides and production opportunities bounded only by both Los Angeles and New York. No matter which exemplary theatre and dance experiences to individual drive and creativity. path you choose, our programs are uniquely departmental students, the university community Contact: David S. Thompson, Chair designed to help you unlock your full artistic and the region. 404-471-6250; [email protected] potential, enabling you to successfully adapt to Contact: Marianne Adams, Chair www.agnesscott.edu the ever-changing demands of the entertainment 828-262-3028; [email protected] industry. Our Los Angeles campus offers four- www.theatre.appstate.edu ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY year BFA programs in Acting, Musical Theatre, Department of Theatre Arts, PO Box 271 Performing Arts and Dance Theatre, while our ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE Montgomery, AL 36101-0271 two-year conservatory programs are offered at UNIVERSITY Degrees: BA both campuses. Transfer options are available 11935 Abercorn St. Profile: Upon completion of the four-year for students who wish to study in both New York Savannah, GA 31419-1997 program, Theatre Arts graduates are qualified and Los Angeles. Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Performance, Tech- theatre practitioners in the areas of: Acting, Contact: Eric Thompson, Senior Director of nical/Design, Management/Marketing; Minor: Audience Development, Dance, Directing, Dra- Admissions Theatre maturgy, Costume Construction and Design, 866-374-5300; [email protected] Profile:Armstrong Atlantic State University is a www.amda.edu student-driven, production-focused theatre program seeking motivated, hard-working students ANDERSON UNIVERSITY who thrive in positions of responsibility. 316 Blvd. Contact: (for students interested in technical Anderson, SC 29621 design or management/marketing) Dr. Peter Degrees: BA: Theatre, BA: Musical Theatre, Mellen 912-344-2923; peter.mellen@armstrong. the american musical BA: Theatre with Dance Concentration edu; (for students interested in movement, acting anD Dramatic acaDemy Profile: A dynamic new theatre program with and camera acting) Pamela Sears 912-344-2860; a BA in Theatre, a BA in Musical Theatre and [email protected] a BA in Theatre with a Dance Concentration. www.finearts.armstrong.edu bachelor of The school has four performing venues (large proscenium, small proscenium, concert hall and ATLANTIC ACTING SCHOOL fine arts DeGree black box), courses in acting, directing, musical 76 Ninth Ave., Suite 537 theatre, design, dance (ballet, jazz, tap and New York, NY 10011 four-year proGrams modern), stage movement, stagecraft, theatre Degrees: Certificate Programs: 2.5-Year history, theatre ministry and theatre forms. We Conservatory; 2-Year Evening Conservatory; have three full-time professors, a shop foreman, Summer Teen Ensemble conservatory a production assistant, three adjunct professors, Profile: Founded by David Mamet and Wil- a part-time professor, and, on occasion, guest liam H. Macy over 25 years ago, Atlantic has stuDies directors. Anderson University is a Christian the only conservatory program in the world that two-year proGrams university providing excellent performance, tech- offers in-depth training in Mamet and Macy’s nical and arts administration opportunities in the unique and influential approach to the acting department. Auditions are required to enter the profession: Practical Aesthetics. Located in New actinG » musical theatre » Dance department; scholarships are available. York City, the school’s mission is to ensure that Contact: Elizabeth Nix, Audition Coordinator each graduate masters the essential analytical 864-231-2000; [email protected] and physical disciplines of acting, as well as to www.andersonuniversity.edu empower every student with skills necessary for success in the profession. campuses in los angeles ANDREW COLLEGE Contact: Heather Baird, Director of Education and new york city 501 College St. and Recruitment Cuthbert, GA 39840 212-691-5919; [email protected] 800-367-7908 Degrees: AA: Theatre; Certificates: Musical www.atlanticactingschool.org Theatre, Film Technology Profile:Andrew College offers small classroom AUBURN UNIVERSITY amda.edu and one-on-one theatrical and film training. Telfair Peet Theatre Whether it’s onstage or in front of the camera, Auburn, AL 36849-5422

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Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Acting, Music tion Design and Theatre Education (Licensure) BREVARD COLLEGE Theatre, Design/Technology, Management Profile:Belmont is a Christian university with a 1 Brevard College Dr. Profile:Auburn Theatre offers rigorous practical practical, professional theatre training program, Brevard, NC 28712 training in a liberal arts context. A high percent- two new state-of-the-art theatre facilities, and a Degrees: BAs: Theatre Studies, Theatre Stud- age of graduates proceed to industry employ- compassionate, student-centered faculty. ies with Teacher Licensure ment and graduate theatre training programs. Contact: Paul Gatrell, Chair Profile:Small classes, great one-on-one men- Contact: Dan LaRocque, Chair 615-460-6012; [email protected] toring in a refreshing mountain environment, plus 334-844-4748; [email protected] www.belmont.edu professional instructors equal an outstanding http://media.cla.auburn.edu/theatre/ theatre training experience. BENNETT COLLEGE FOR WOMEN Contact: Dr. Kelly Carolyn Gordon AVERETT UNIVERSITY 900 E. Washington St. 828-966-5500; [email protected] 420 W. Main St. Greensboro, NC 27401 www.brevard.edu Danville, VA 24541 Degrees: BFA: Theatre (Performance) Degrees: BA: Theatre; BA or BS: Theatre with Profile: Develop your craft at a small, private BROADWAY THEATRE PROJECT Teacher License; BA: English/Theatre with or historically black liberal arts college for women 2780 E. Fowler Ave. #106 without Teacher License that offers an interdisciplinary, learning-centered Tampa, FL 33612 Profile: Averett has a small, energetic and environment where multiple voices are repre- Degrees: Summer Intensive. Some schools may extremely active theatre department where sented and heard. offer independent study credit for attendance. students are offered a variety of opportunities Contact: Beth Ritson, Assistant Professor of Profile:Now celebrating 20 years of excellence, to learn their craft. Students are guided by a Theatre Broadway Theatre Project (BTP) is an intensive dedicated professional faculty. 336-517-2188; [email protected] three-week summer training program focused on Contact: Jackie Finney www.bennett.edu the key disciplines of musical theatre including 434-791-5710; [email protected] acting, dancing and singing, as well as the critical www.averett.edu BERRY COLLEGE life skills necessary to work professionally in the 2277 Martha Berry Hwy. arts. The BTP mission is to provide educational BALL STATE UNIVERSITY Mount Berry, GA 30165 excellence in the performing arts and to mold a Department of Theatre and Dance Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Musical Theatre creative, collaborative, well-rounded professional 2000 W. University Ave. Profile: The Berry College theatre program musical theatre arts performer. Broadway Theatre AC 306 provides quality theatre arts training in a broad Project culminates in a three-day performance Muncie, IN 47306 based liberal arts setting. festival at the University of South Florida. Degrees: BFAs: Musical Theatre, Acting; BAs Contact: Dr. John Countryman Contact: Kim Slade, Program Director or BSs: Dance, Design and Technology, Direct- 706-236-2258; [email protected] 888-874-1764; [email protected] ing, Stage Management, Theatre Education, www.berry.edu www.broadwaytheatreproject.com Theatrical Studies Profile: Ball State University’s Department of BOB JONES UNIVERSITY Theatre and Dance is a totally undergraduate 1700 Wade Hampton Rd. program for the serious theatre and dance stu- Greensville, SC 29614 dent. Its nationally recognized degree programs Contact: Ron Pyle; [email protected] provide quality, pre-professional training in a www.bju.edu liberal arts setting, preparing talented students for professional careers or graduate study. The BOSSIER PARISH COMMUNITY COLLEGE degrees are fully accredited by the National 6220 E. Texas St. Association of Schools of Theatre and National Bossier City, LA 71111 Association of Schools of Dance. Degrees: AA Contact: Bill Jenkins, Chair Profile: We provide students with the skills 765-285-8740; [email protected] and knowledge to work in the performance and www.bsu.edu/theatre/ technical areas of theatre, utilizing the newest digital lighting and sound equipment. BELHAVEN UNIVERSITY Contact: Jim Boyter 1500 Peachtree St. 318-678-6021; [email protected] Jackson, MS 39202 www.bpcc.edu Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Theatre Performance, Theatre Production, Theatre Ministries BRADLEY UNIVERSITY Profile: Belhaven University Theatre teaches Department of Theatre Arts students through training grounded in a Christian 1501 W. Bradley Ave. Biblical world view, with an emphasis in creating Peoria, IL 61625 new theatre. Our liberal arts approach aids stu- Degrees: BA, BS in Theatre Arts with Concen- dents in being well-rounded individuals, as well trations in Performance and Production as qualified professionals. Profile: The Department of Theatre Arts at Contact: Joseph Frost, Chair of Theatre Bradley University, a NAST-accredited compre- 601-974-6478; [email protected] hensive educational theatre program, is nation- www.belhaven.edu/theatre/default.htm; http:// ally recognized for its commitment to excellence blogs.belhaven.edu/theatre/ in creative expression and scholarship especially in the area of intermedial performance and for BELMONT UNIVERSITY providing a multifaceted educational experience 1900 Belmont Blvd. in a nurturing, student-focused environment. Nashville, TN 37212 Contact: George Brown, Department Chair Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFA: Theatre, with em- 309-677-2660; [email protected] phasis areas in Performance, Directing, Produc- http://slane.bradley.edu/theatre-arts/

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BROOKLYN COLLEGE Performance and design experiences prepare Contact: Rex Knowles, Executive Director, or Department of Theatre, 2900 Bedford Ave. students for graduate study or professional Sherry Landrum, Artistic Director Brooklyn, NY 11210 auditions/opportunities. Many summer and 423-697-3246; [email protected] Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Acting, Design professional internships available with theatre www.chattanoogastate.edu/theatre/ and Technical Production; MFAs: Acting, Design companies based in Illinois, Minnesota and and Technical Production, Directing, Performing Wisconsin. CLEMSON UNIVERSITY Arts Management; MA: History and Criticism Contact: Wesley Shaver Department of Performing Arts, Brooks Center Contact: Undergraduate: Laura Tesman, 414-410-4528; [email protected] Clemson University [email protected]; Graduate: Amy www.stritch.edu Clemson, SC 29634-0525 Hughes, [email protected] Degrees: BA: Performing Arts; Theatre em- 718-951-5666 CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY phasis areas: Acting, Design, Playwriting and http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/theater/ School of Drama, 5000 Forbes Ave. Criticism/Dramaturgy; Other emphasis areas: Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Music and Audio Technology CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY OF DRAMATIC Degrees: BFA, MFA Profile:Clemson offers students individual men- ART Profile: The School of Drama presents an in- torship, small classes, internships at places such South Lodge, Thornton Common Rd. tense conservatory training ground for students as Spoleto, WordBRIDGE, the O’Neill Theatre Thornton Hough who want consistent individual attention leading Center and KCACTF, among others. Students Wirral CH63 4JU to a career in professional theatre. A faculty of work in all areas of theatre and help to manage United Kingdom professional designers and technicians provides and administrate a road house. Contact: Dr. David Crilly, Director a hands-on education. Contact: Mark Charney +44 (0) 7955 218 824; [email protected] Contact: Richard Block 864-656-5415; [email protected] www.cambridgeacademyofdramaticart.co.uk/ 412-268-7219; [email protected] www.clemson.edu/performing arts/ www.drama.cmu.edu CARDINAL STRITCH UNIVERSITY CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY School of Visual and Performing Arts CATAWBA COLLEGE Department of Theatre and Dance 6801 N. Yates Rd. 2300 W. Innes St. 2121 Euclid Ave. TA 200 Milwaukee, WI 53217 Salisbury, NC 28144 Cleveland, OH 44115-2214 Degrees: BA: Theatre Studies, Musical Theatre, Degrees: BA: Theatre Education; BFAs: Musical Degrees: BA: Dramatic Arts, with Acting, Direct- Production Theatre, Performance (Acting or Directing), Light- ing, Academic, and Technical specializations Profile: Stritch’s Theatre Department offers ing Design, Set Design, Sound Design, Costume Profile: We offer an intensive undergraduate individual attention and discipline for students. Design; BAs: Musical Theatre, Theatre Arts; BS: school liberal arts education and training with a Students have opportunities to enhance their Theatre Arts Management faculty of working professionals and guest art- skills in any aspect of the theatre profession. Profile: We consistently are ranked in the ists. Our professional summer repertory season top 10 theatre programs in the country by The combines Equity actors, professional directors Princeton Review. We have a large production and designers with a core group of student ap- %&1"35.&/50' season and three wonderful theatres. Scholar- prentices. Some scholarships available. ships available. Contact: Dr. Michael L. Mauldin 5)&"53& Contact: Professor Christopher Zink, Chair 216-687-2202; [email protected] 704-637-4340; [email protected] www.csuohio.edu/theater/ www.catawba.edu/academic/theatrearts/ %"/$& COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA Department of Theatre Drama Department PO Box 261954 Washington, DC 20064 Conway, SC 29528-6054 Degrees: BA: Theatre; MAs: Theatre History Degrees: Professional Degrees in Musical The- and Criticism, Theatre Education (MATE); MFAs: atre, Acting, Design and Technology and Physical Acting, Directing, Playwriting Theatre as well as a B.A. in Theatre Profile:The BA is a liberal arts education with Profile: Professional training by professional opportunity for performance and technical work. actors, designers and technicians. Now accept- The MFA provides training for the professional ing a limited number of future theatre artists to theatre that emphasizes collaborative creation train in our four year, rigorous program. Auditions of the performance event. The MA provides and interviews required for the professional advanced theatre studies; the MATE provides programs. training for theatre in education. Contact: Kenneth J. Martin, Chair, Department Contact: Gail S. Beach of Theatre 202-319-5351; [email protected] 843-349-6559; [email protected] http://drama.cua.edu www.coastal.edu/theatre/

CHATTANOOGA STATE PROFESSIONAL COKER COLLEGE ACTOR TRAINING PROGRAM Department of Theatre, 300 E. College Ave. 4501 Amnicola Hwy. Hartsville, SC 29550 Chattanooga, TN 37406 Degrees: BA: Theatre Degrees: Certificate and/or AA or AS Profile:Comprehensive small classroom study Profile: A two-year intensive acting program with several theatre productions annually. Black- designed for students who desire to pursue a box and proscenium theatre spaces. career in theatre, film and TV modeled after Contact: Phyllis Fields, Chair The New Actors Workshop, a training program 843-383-8013; [email protected] in New York City founded by George Morrison, www.coker.edu Mike Nichols and Paul Sills.

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COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY Degrees: MFA: Ensemble-Based Physical The- Design/Technical), Theatre Education Department of Theatre, Speech, & Dance atre; Professional Training Program Certificate Profile: Our student-centered production PO Box 8795 Profile: Dell’Arte International is the only U.S. program provides numerous opportunities to Williamsburg, VA 23187 institution offering an MFA in ensemble based perform, design and direct on the main stage Degrees: BA: Theatre physical theatre and a full-time, nine month and in other venues. A generous endowment Profile: We are a thriving theatre program in professional actor training program in physical provides scholarships, travel subsidies and a challenging intellectual environment with a theatre. experiences with professional guest artists. The favorably small student/teacher ratio. Contact: Joe Krienke dedicated and caring faculty provides mentorship Contact: Joan Gavaler 707-668-5663 x27; [email protected] in rigorous preparation for a professional career 757-221-2785; [email protected] www.dellarte.com or graduate school. www.wm.edu/as/tsd/ Contact: John O’Connor EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY 304-367-4817; John.OConnor@fairmontstate. COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY School of Theatre and Dance edu 4225 University Ave. Messick Theatre Arts Center www.fairmontstate.edu/academics/finearts_the- Columbus, GA 31907-5645 Greenville, NC 27858-4353 atreprogram/default.asp Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts; BFA: Theatre Arts Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts; BFAs: Theatre Arts with Concentrations in Acting/Directing or De- (with concentrations in professional actor train- FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY sign/Technical; BSEd in Theatre Education ing, musical theatre, stage management, theatre Performing and Fine Arts Department Profile:We produce a full season of mainstage design and production, and theatre for youth), 1200 Murchison Rd. productions in a 350-seat proscenium and an and Theatre Arts Education Fayetteville, NC 28301 intimate black box configuration (seats 180). Profile: Our programs emphasize real-world Degrees: BA: Theatre Plus, students have additional design, directing, practical preparation. Our grads are ready to go Profile:Currently developing a new curriculum technical and acting opportunities in a Student to work and compete in the professional theatre, for a BA in Theatre and a minor in Dance. We Showcase Series. film and entertainment world at any level. are an historically black university (HBCU) and Contact: Dr. Larry Dooley, Chair Contact: Karen Jarman, Administrative As- engage in nontraditional casting and cross- 706-507-8402; [email protected] sistant cultural casting. Opportunities exist for acting, http://theatre.colstate.edu 252-328-6390; [email protected] directing, designing and all jobs associated with www.ecu.edu/theatredance/ the theatre. With four mainstage productions per CONVERSE COLLEGE year plus opportunities for additional showcases, 580 E. Main St. ECKERD COLLEGE we produce varied genres annually from drama to Spartanburg, SC 29302-0006 Theatre, CRA, 4200 54th Ave. S. children’s theatre to musical theatre to opera. Degrees: BA: Theatre St. Petersburg, FL 33707 Contact: Phoebe Hall, Director of Theatre; Profile: As a single-gender institution, we are Degrees: BA: Theatre or Dr. Earnest Lamb, Chair of Performing and able to focus on providing strong roles and train- Profile:Eckerd Theatre students develop skills Fine Arts ing for women in the theatre. in acting, directing, design and technical theatre. 910-672-1006; [email protected] Contact: John Bald They acquire knowledge of plays, theatrical www.uncfsu.edu/speech&theatre/fsu_drama_ 864-596-9067; [email protected] movements and innovators. They gain real world guild.htm www.converse.edu experience by completing internships, networking at professional theatres and conferences, and FLAGLER COLLEGE DAVIDSON COLLEGE producing their own work. This eclectic training 74 King St. PO Box 7141 produces independent, adaptable, motivated and St. Augustine, FL 32084 Davidson, NC 28035 responsible creative thinkers – high in demand Degrees: BAs: Theatre Arts, Theatre Arts Degrees: BA: Theatre; Minor: Theatre in every field of opportunity. Education Profile: The Department of Theatre serves Contact: Jessica Thonen Profile: Flagler College, a four-year liberal the students by teaching and creating theatre 727-864-8647; [email protected] arts college, has been placed in The Princeton as a discipline in the context of a liberal arts www.eckerd.edu/academics/theatre/ Review and named one of America’s best and institution. most affordable colleges by the best review Contact: Ann Marie Costa, Chair ELON UNIVERSITY associations. Our program is unique because 704-894-2578; [email protected] Department of Performing Arts of its outstanding faculty, size, beauty and loca- www.davidson.edu 2800 Campus Box tion in the oldest city in North America, and its Elon, NC 27244 proximity to the ocean. During a given year, we DAVIS & ELKINS COLLEGE Degrees: BAs: Theatrical Design and Produc- present a minimum of three faculty-directed and 100 Campus Dr. tion, Theatre Studies; BFAs: Acting, Dance, 40 student-directed shows. Elkins, WV 26241 Music Theatre Contact: Phyllis M. Gibbs, Chair Degrees: BAs: Theatre Arts, Design and Tech- Profile: Elon offers conservatory-style training 904-819-6217; [email protected] nical Theatre, Theatre Education and professional-quality productions at a sup- www.flagler.edu Profile: Generous talent scholarships, small portive, quality liberal arts institution. Our alumni class sizes and frequent production/performance are extremely successful because we teach “the FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY opportunities enable Davis & Elkins College business” as well as the art. 777 Glades Rd. theatre students to gain valuable practical experi- Contact: Fredrick J. Rubeck, Chair, Associate Boca Raton, FL 33431 ence and build impressive resumes. Professor Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFA: Acting; MFAs: Act- Contact: April Daras 336-278-5695; [email protected] ing, Design/Production 304-637-1360; [email protected] www.elon.edu/perarts/ Profile: We are a professional faculty in a www.davisandelkins.edu thriving theatre program in the heart of Florida’s FAIRMONT STATE UNIVERSITY professional theatre district. DELL’ ARTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Department of Communication and Theatre Arts, Contact: Gvozden Kopani OF PHYSICAL THEATRE 1201 Locust Ave. 561-297-3810; [email protected] PO Box 816 Fairmont, WV 26554 www.fau.edu/theatre/ Blue Lake, CA 95525-0816 Degrees: BAs: Theatre Arts (Performance,

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FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts; BFAs: Performance, GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY 11200 S.W. 8th St. WPAC 131 Technical Theatre 800 21st St. N.W., Suite 227 Miami, FL 33199 Profile: FSC is a four-year private liberal arts Washington, DC 20052 Degrees: BA; BFA college with a history of dedication to the arts. Contact: Carl Gudenius Profile: We offer both BA and BFA degrees The goal of Florida Southern’s Theatre Arts 202-994-8072; [email protected] in theatre, and students may focus on acting, Department is to train and prepare students for www.gwu.edu/~theatre/ costume design, set and lighting design, or a professional career in theatre. A theatre major technical theatre. We have a broad curriculum at FSC has opportunities to perform major roles GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE taught by experienced faculty who continue to beginning in his or her first year at college, and 555 N. Indian Creek Dr. work professionally in acting, directing, design design students will see their work produced on Clarkston, GA 30021 and playwriting. our main stage as early as their sophomore year. Degrees: AA: Theatre Contact: Lesley-Ann Timlick We emphasize one-on-one instruction, hands- Profile:GPC is a two-year college that teaches 305-348-2895; [email protected] on experience, individual mentoring and a high students all aspects of theatre, including acting, www.fiu.edu/~thedan/ degree of professionalism. music theatre, building, crewing, front-of-house Contact: Paul Bawek and stage management. We offer affordability, FLORIDA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 860-680-4184; [email protected] small classes and excellent instructors who are 5001 St. Johns Ave. www.flsouthern.edu currently working in theatre. Our location in metro Palatka, FL 32177 Atlanta means our students have access to excel- Degrees: AAs: Acting, Dance; ASs: Dance En- FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE lent professional productions and the opportunity tertainment, Musical Theatre, Production Design, OF JACKSONVILLE to work and network with local theatres. Our guid- with specializations in Costume Design, Scenic/ Wilson Center for the Arts, 11901 Beach Blvd. ing belief is that to work and succeed in theatre Lighting Design and Stage Management Jacksonville, FL 32246 for a lifetime, a student needs to learn and train Profile: A two-year professional arts school Degrees: AA: Theatre; AS: Theatre Technol- in every part of theatre. We are a great choice offering practical, creative and “hands-on” in- ogy for students who want to prepare themselves to struction in the classroom and onstage to a small Profile: Whether seeking a two-year degree transfer to a four-year college theatre program. student body. with an emphasis in performance or an emphasis Contact: Sally Robertson, Theatre Program Contact: Alain Hentschel, Dean in technical theatre, students study and perform Coordinator 386-312-4300; [email protected] in a superb facility with one of the best scholar- 678-891-3564; [email protected] www.floarts.org ship programs in the Southeast. www.gpc.edu Contact: Ken McCulough or Johnny Pettegrew FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE 904-646-2042; 904-646-2421; kmcculou@fscj. GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. edu; [email protected] PO Box 4276, Performing Arts Center Lakeland, FL 33801-5698 http://www.fscj.edu/mydegree/Community/wil- Grambling, LA 71245 son/wilson_academics.html Degrees: BA Profile:We are a small liberal arts college and FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY a NAST-accredited department. We focus on Raise YOUR World School of Theatre individuals and their needs because, at GSU, 329 Fine Arts Bldg. “everybody is somebody.” Tallahassee, FL 32306-1160 Contact: Mary Fran Crook, Assistant Profes- Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFA: Acting, Music sor Theatre; MFA: Acting, Costume Design, Direct- 318-274-2892; [email protected] ing, Technical Production, Theatre Management; www.gram.edu MS for Theatre Educators; MA: Theatre Studies; PhD: Theatre Studies GREENSBORO COLLEGE Contact: Michele Diamonti 815 W. Market St. 850-644-7234; [email protected] Greensboro, NC 27401-1875 www.theatre.fsu.edu Degrees: BAs or BSs: Acting, Costuming, Design/Technical, Stage Directing/Management, FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY Teacher Certification Department of Theatre Profile: We provide many undergraduate-only Performing, Visual & PO Box 100547 production opportunities each year in a small Communicative Arts Florence, SC 29501-0547 college environment in a large city in North Degrees: BA Carolina. New state-of-the-art facility Profile: We are a small theatre program “big” Contact: David Schram on giving students experience; students are 336-272-7102 x243; theatre@greensborocol- 2007 Kennedy Center American given the opportunity to participate in all facets lege.edu College Theatre Festival Honoree of production. Francis Marion University is a fully http://theatre.greensborocollege.edu Scholarships for qualified students accredited institution with the National Associa- tion of Schools of Theatre (NAST). GUILFORD TECHNICAL COMMUNITY Contact: Glen Gourley, Director of Theatre COLLEGE 843-661-1538; [email protected] PO Box 309 http://departments.fmarion.edu/finearts/ Jamestown, NC 27282 Degrees: AFA with concentration in Drama GAINESVILLE THEATRE ALLIANCE Profile:Opportunity for production experience. PO Box 1358 Small program with small classes. Individual Gainesville, GA 30503 attention. High standards. Economical tuition. Contact: James Hammond Full season with summer theatre. Nice facilities. A PREMIER CHRISTIAN LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE 678-717-3624; [email protected] Emphasis on successful college transfer. Northeast Tennessee :: www.milligan.edu :: 800.262.8337 www.gainesvilletheatrealliance.org Contact: Dr. William R. Lewis

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336-334-4822 x2496; [email protected] Contact: Bernadette Brennan Degrees: BA: Theatre with Concentrations www.gtcc.edu/services/theatre/ 309-556-3944; [email protected] in Acting/Directing, Design/Technical and His- www2.iwu.edu/theatre/index.shtml tory/Literature GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE Profile: King College’s theatre program offers 5230 W. Highway 98 INDIANA UNIVERSITY individual attention and instruction; students Panama City, FL 32401 Department of Theatre and Dance can pursue independent study in directing, Degrees: AA 275 N. Jordan Ave., Suite A300U designing, acting and playwriting in a hands-on Profile: Transfer program in acting, musical Bloomington, IN 47405 environment. theatre or design/technical theatre, with two Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Theatre Education; Contact: Elizabeth Lee Dollar, Chair excellent venues: a 508-seat proscenium stage BFA: Musical Theatre; MFAs: Acting, Directing, 423-652-4839; [email protected] and a black box space. Costume Design, Lighting Design, Scenic De- www.king.edu Contact: Jason Hedden sign, Theatre Technology, Playwriting; MAs and 850-769-1551 x2889; [email protected] PhDs: Theatre History and Criticism LANDER UNIVERSITY www.gulfcoast.edu/arts/ Profile: In addition to an outstanding faculty, 320 Stanley Ave. the Department of Theatre and Drama at Indiana Greenwood, SC 20649 HARDING UNIVERSITY University has over 25 guest artists and scholars Degrees: BSs: Mass Communication and Theatre Department, PO Box 10765 on campus each year. The Department also oper- Theatre with an emphasis in Mass Communica- Searcy, AR 72149 ates a professional summer theatre. tion, Mass Communication and Theatre with an Contact: Britton Lynn Contact: Jonathan Michaelsen emphasis in Theatre 501-279-4125; [email protected] 812-855-5382; [email protected] Profile:We offer diverse courses in theatre arts www.harding.edu/Theatre/ www.theatre.indiana.edu and media that train our students for professional settings. Classes are held in state-of-the-art facili- HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY ties. Our experienced and award-winning faculty 833 Montlieu Ave. Department of Theatre and Dance mentor and encourage our students to participate High Point, NC 27262 2800 University Blvd. N., P111 in internships, state and regional organizations. Degrees: BAs: Performance, Technical Theatre Jacksonville, FL 32211 We also offer minors in media, speech and the- Profile: The theatre program at HPU offers Contact: Ben Wilson atre, dance, and musical theatre. comprehensive theatre training in a liberal arts 904-256-7373; [email protected] Contact: Monique Sacay-Bagwell setting with highly qualified faculty and staff work- http://arts.ju.edu/theatre/ 864-388-8793; [email protected] ing professionally in their fields. www.lander.edu Contact: Ed Simpson, Chair of Theater JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY 336-841-4548; [email protected] School of Theatre and Dance www.theatre.highpoint.edu 147 Warsaw Ave., MSC 5601 Harrisonburg, VA 22807 ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY Degrees: BA: Theatre and Dance with 3 School of Theatre Concentrations in Dance, Theatre, and Musical Normal, IL 61790 Theatre Degrees: BAs or BSs: Arts Technology, Acting, Profile:A liberal arts program with a wide vari- Dance Performance, Design/Production, The- ety of courses and a comprehensive production atre Studies, Dance Education; MA; MS; MFAs: program. Acting, Design/Production, Directing; MBA: A Contact: School of Theatre and Dance concentration in Theatre Arts Management is 540-568-6342; [email protected] a cooperative endeavor between the School of www.jmu.edu/theatre/ Business and the Illinois Shakespeare Festival. Profile: Illinois State University maintains a JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY small college environment within a large univer- 100 Beatties Ford Rd. sity. The School of Theatre provides a profes- Charlotte, NC 28216-5302 sional, active faculty and opportunities to network Contact: Wanda Ebright, Department Chair with professional artists and faculty from other 704-330-1392; [email protected] institutions. The Illinois Shakespeare Festival, a www.jcsu.edu professional theatre, is partnered with the School of Theatre. The Center for the Performing Arts KEAN UNIVERSITY and Theatre at Ewing offer state-of-the-art facili- 1000 Morris Ave. ties. A new and renovated Fine Arts Complex is Union, NJ 07083 planned in the near future. Degrees: BA; BFA; BA with teacher certifica- Contact: John Poole, Director tion 309-438-8783; [email protected] Profile: Small, selective program, 18 miles www.cfa.ilstu.edu/theatre/ from NYC. Equity theatre in residence, master classes, scholarships, low tuition, opportunities ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY in all areas of theatre. School of Theatre Arts, 2 Ames Plaza E. Contact: Holly Logue PO Box 2900 908-737-4420; [email protected]; theatre@ Bloomington, IL 61701 kean.edu Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts; BFAs: Acting, De- www.kean.edu sign/Tech, Music Theatre Profile: IWU theatre students receive pre-pro- KING COLLEGE fessional training in a liberal arts setting, and Department of Performing and Visual Arts frequently work individually with professors while 1350 King College Rd. developing artistry as theatre practitioners. Bristol, TN 37620

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LEES-MCRAE COLLEGE Contact: Dr. Cara Gargano MARY BALDWIN COLLEGE PO Box 128 516-299-2353; [email protected] Frederick St. Banner Elk, NC 28604-0128 http://www.liu.edu Staunton, VA 24401 Contact: Steve Parrish, Senior Admissions Degrees: BA: Liberal Arts, with theatre major; Specialist/Performing Arts LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY BA/MLITT 5-year program; MLITT; MFA: Shake- 800-280-4562 or 828-898-3525; parrish@lmc. School of the Performing Arts, PO Box 8608 speare and Performance for men and women edu Ruston, LA 71272 in partnership with American Shakespeare www.lmc.edu/web/academics/Schools/Profes- Degrees: BA: Speech (Concentration in The- Center sionalStudies/PerformingArts/ atre); MA: Speech (Concentration in Theatre) Profile: All women’s roles in five undergradu- Profile:The Department of Theatre, School of ate productions annually are filled by students. LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY the Performing Arts, is one of five unique areas of Graduate productions often use the Blackfriars, C.W. POST CAMPUS excellence at Louisiana Tech University, offering the only reproduction of Shakespeare’s indoor School of Visual and Performing Arts specialized expert training in stage combat, stage theatre in the world. Department of Theatre, Film, Dance and Arts management, acting, directing and playwriting. Contact: Terry Southerington Management Contact: Cherrie Sciro, Coordinator of Theatre; 540-887-7192; [email protected] 720 Northern Blvd. Paul Bryant Crook, Assistant Professor of Acting www.mbc.edu/studies/theatre/ Brookville, NY 11548 and Directing, Director of Recruiting Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Acting, Production 318-257-2930 MEREDITH COLLEGE & Design, Arts Management, Directing, Playwrit- [email protected]; [email protected] 3800 Hillsborough St. ing, Acting with Music Theatre concentration, www.latechuniversitytheatre.com Raleigh, NC 27607 Dance Studies, Dance Education; MA: Theatre Degrees: BAs: Theatre, K-12 Teaching Li- with concentrations in: Pedagogy, Acting, Design, LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS censure Management 6363 St. Charles Ave. Profile:Meredith creates for students a labora- Profile: The Department of Theatre, Film, Box 155 tory for technical skill development, creative ex- Dance and Arts Management is housed in the New Orleans, LA 70118 ploration and artistic scholarship as we educate School of Visual and Performing Arts, a com- Degrees: BAs: Theatre Arts, Theatre Arts and women to excel in the arts. munity of artists living and working 30 miles Mass Communications, Theatre Arts with minor Contact: Catherine Rodgers from Manhattan. It offers individual mentorship, in Business Administration 919-760-8586; [email protected] a low student/teacher ratio and a state-of-the- Profile: The mid-sized department enables www.meredith.edu art performing arts center on campus featuring close mentorship of students while offering a internationally known theatre, opera and dance broad curriculum in theatre arts. Affiliation with MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE companies. New Orleans theatre companies provides student UNIVERSITY internship opportunities. Campus Box 43 Contact: Georgia Gresham, Chair Murfreesboro, TN 37132 504-865-3840; [email protected] Contact: Jeff Gibson NSU IS A HARD ACT TO FOLLOW. www.loyno.edu/theatrearts/ 615-898-5916; [email protected] www.mtsu.edu/speechandtheatre/ LYNCHBURG COLLEGE 1501 Lakeside Dr. MILLSAPS COLLEGE Lynchburg, VA 24501 Department of Theatre Degrees: BA: Theatre with emphases in per- 1701 N. State St. formance, design-technical theatre or general Jackson, MS 39210-0002 studies Contact: Jeannie-Marie Brown, Chair Profile:New TV and dance facilities, as well as 601-974-1320; [email protected] a full student Studio Theatre series complement www.millsaps.edu/academic_departments/ our classical, contemporary and musical train- department_of_theatre.php ing/productions. Contact: Jeff Wittman, Chair MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN 434-544-8349; [email protected] 1100 College St., Box W-70 www.lynchburg.edu/theatre/ Columbus, MS 39701 Degrees: BA: Theatre; MFA: Physical Theatre LYON COLLEGE in cooperation with Accademia dell’Arte in 2300 Highland Rd. Arezzo, Italy Batesville, AR 72501 Profile:The MUW Theatre program offers com- Contact: Michael Counts plete course work in the theoretical and practical 870-307-7511; [email protected] aspects in the art of making theatre. The program http://theatre.lyon.edu offers a BA in Fine Arts with a Theatre Empha- sis, and its hallmarks are a rigorous production MARSHALL UNIVERSITY schedule, individual attention throughout the Performing and Visual Arts Program One John Marshall Dr. training process, and first-rate production values. Theatre, Dance, Music, Production and Administration Huntington, WV 25755 For details on MFA, visit: www.dellarte.it Learn about our state-of-the-art facility Degrees: BFA: Performance/Production Contact: William Biddy and ask us about financial aid options. Profile: Tuition scholarships available spe- 662-329-7260; [email protected] cifically for out-of-state students auditioning at www.muw.edu/theatre/ SETC. Contact: Julie Jackson MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY 304-696-6584; [email protected] Department of Theatre and Dance nova.edu/admissions 954-262-8000 www.marshall.edu/cofa/theatre/site.asp 901 S. 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Degrees: BFAs: Acting, Musical Theatre, Degrees: AFAs: Acting for Film, Filmmaking; theatre ministry. Design, Dance; BS: Theatre Education; BA: BFA in Filmmaking (at the LA campus); MFAs: Contact: Dr. Dale Savidge Performance Studies; MA: Theatre Acting for Film, Filmmaking, Screenwriting, Pro- 864-977-2081; [email protected] Profile: Conservatory-style training in a sup- ducing, Documentary Filmmaking http://theatre.ngu.edu portive liberal arts setting. Nationally competitive Profile: A dynamic arts institution offering programs and top-notch faculty contribute to the intensive, hands-on training in all areas of film, NORTHEAST ALABAMA COMMUNITY significant success of MSU graduates. Program including acting for film, and musical theatre. COLLEGE houses an Equity (AEA) affiliate theatre. Contact: Steven Chinni, Director of Admissions PO Box 159, 138 AL Hwy. 35 Contact: Dr. Kurt Gerard Heinlein 212-674-4300; [email protected] Rainsville, AL 35986 803-417-5442; [email protected] www.nyfa.edu Degrees: AA: Theatre www.theatreanddance.missouristate.edu Profile: We welcome people from all walks of NEWBERRY COLLEGE life into an affordable program that promotes MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY 2100 College St. a sense of family and friendship like few other 106 Fine Arts Bldg. Newberry, SC 29108 educational/community theatres. Murray, KY 42071 Contact: Patrick Gagliano, Director of Theatre Contact: Mark A. Webb Degrees: BA; BS 803-321-5620; [email protected] 256-638-4418 x318; [email protected] Profile: We offer hands-on training, varied www.newberry.edu www.nacc.edu/nacctheatre/ classroom experiences, 5-6 faculty-directed shows per year, study-abroad experiences, NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY student-directed productions, and excellent AND TECHNICAL STATE UNIVERSITY 525 S. Main St. placement after graduation. 1601 E. Market St. Ada, OH 45810 Contact: David Balthrop, Chair Greensboro, NC 27411 Degrees: BFAs: International Theatre Pro- 270-809-4421; david.balthrop@murraystate. Degrees: BFA: Professional Theatre, with two duction, Musical Theatre; BA: Theatre; Minor: edu options: Acting or Technology Dance www.murraystate.edu/theatre/ Profile: The vision is to create theatre that Profile: ONU offers a dynamic liberal arts reflects the human experience from, though not education with a strong international focus. The NEW SCHOOL FOR DRAMA limited to, an African-American perspective inclu- theatre program is supported by a modern, fully 151 Bank St. sive of supporting new works and experimental equipped theatre complex, 12-18 national and New York, NY 10014 theatre, and to become the premier training international guest artists and international study Contact: University Admission Office program in acting and technology using the abroad/internship opportunities. 877-528-3321; [email protected] arts to impact local, national and international Contact: Kathe DeVault http://www.newschool.edu/drama/ communities. 419-772-2049; [email protected] Contact: Frankie Day www.onu.com NEW YORK CONSERVATORY 336-334-7852; [email protected] FOR DRAMATIC ARTS www.ncattheatre.org FILM + TELEVISION + THEATER 39 W. 19th St. NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL New York, NY 10011 UNIVERSITY Degrees: Film and Television Performance Pro- PO Box 19593 gram: two-year Acting Conservatory Certificate Durham, NC 27707 with up to 67 transferable college credits; The- Contact: Karen Dacons-Brock ExtrEmE ater, Film and Television Performance Program: 919-530-7340; [email protected] three-year Acting Conservatory Certificate with www.nccu.edu/academics/sc/liberalarts/the- training an additional 31 transferable credits. atrerdrama/ for Actors, Stage Managers, Administrators, Profile:Each year, the NYCDA searches for the Designers, Technicians and Directors. most passionate and promising young actors and NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY provides them with one of the most demanding Department of Theatre Arts and selective professional acting programs in the PO Box 6050 country. In the Platform Year, course load inte- Fargo, ND 58108-6050 grates the Meisner technique, voice, film studies Degrees: BA and BS: Theatre Arts; BFAs: De- and improvisation with physical movement and sign Technology, Performance, Musical Theatre camera work, while the Film and Television Year Profile:The department’s official producing arm moves on to the realities of on-camera media, is a laboratory for learning in which imaginative from film to prime time to web TV to commercials. play and disciplined work are fused in dramatic For those who opt for a three-year program, creations. A high degree of professionalism is the Theatre Year focuses on academic study of consistently displayed. The department is excited Push your craft to the theatrical history and literature, development of to offer the new BFA in Musical Theatre. next level with one of theatrical skills, in-depth voice and movement Contact: Dr. Katherine Noone the leading Shakespeare training, continued experiential/impulse driven 701-231-7834; [email protected] Theatres in the nation. exploration of acting technique, and practical experience through theater performances. NORTH GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY Contact: Office of Admission Department of Theatre 212-645-0030 x4080; [email protected] PO Box 1892 Summer Professional www.sft.edu Tigerville, SC 29688 Training Program Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts May 29th - August 15th 2011 NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY Profile:We offer a liberal arts-oriented theatre 100 E. 17th St., New York, NY 10003 degree in a Christian college setting. Students For more information, call 973-408-3806, or visit ShakespeareTraining.org Gate 4, Barham Blvd., Lakeside Plaza, Los can concentrate in performance, design/tech, Angeles, CA 91608 applied theatre: pedagogy or applied theatre:

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OHIO UNIVERSITY Contact: Daniel Gordon Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts; MA: Theatre School of Theater 561-803-2486; [email protected] (concentrations in Theatre Studies or Theatre 307 Kantner Hall www.pba.edu Ministry); MFA: Acting (optional concentration Athens, OH 45701 in Directing) Degrees: BA: Theater; BFAs: Production PIEDMONT COLLEGE Profile: From our foundational BA program to Design and Technology, Theater Performance, PO Box 10 our Professional Actor Training Program (MFA), Playwriting, Stage Management; MA: Theater Demorest, GA 30535 our professionally-active faculty offers a cut- History and Criticism, and Dramatic Writing; Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Theatre Education ting-edge education in the synthesis of theatre MFAs: Acting, Production Design and Technol- (Georgia Teaching Certificate, grades P-12) artistry, culture and faith. ogy, Directing, Playwriting Profile:We are a small private college located Contact: Office of Admissions Profile:Training program that attracts students 60 miles north of Atlanta in the northeast Georgia 888-777-7729; [email protected] who are serious about a life in professional the- mountains. Our students experience rigorous www.regent.edu/theatre/ ater. Four to five mainstage productions as well academic training as well as professional training. as numerous lab shows, play readings and studio We offer four to six shows a year plus various ROLLINS COLLEGE productions. Seabury Quinn, Jr., Playwright’s student showcases. Department of Theatre and Dance Festival is part of mainstage season, a week of Contact: William Gabelhausen, Chair 1000 Holt Ave. # 2735 original readings from our graduate playwrights. 706-778-8500 x1320; wgabelhausen@piedmont. Winter Park, FL 32789 Undergraduates interview/audition for placement edu Degrees: BA: Theatre; Minor: Dance in performance/management/playwriting/techni- www.piedmont.edu Profile: We offer a liberal arts degree which cal/design programs in the spring quarter of provides students with a well-rounded education. Freshman year. Member U/RTA. PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE Students study all aspects of theatre, including Contact: Madeleine Scott, Interim Director 503 S Broad St directing, performing, musical theatre, design, 740-593-4818; [email protected] Clinton, SC 29325 technical and history/criticism. We hold auditions www.ohio.edu/theater/ Contact: Lesley Preston once a year for scholarships for high school se- 800-960-7583; [email protected] niors. The Priscilla Parker Scholarship offers up PALM BEACH ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY http://www.presby.edu/theatre/ to $10,000 a year. 901 S. Flagler Dr. Contact: Blair Johnson, Administrative As- West Palm Beach, FL 33416 RADFORD UNIVERSITY sistant Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Musical Theatre, Tech- Box 6969 RUSTA 407-646-2501; [email protected] nical Production and Design Radford, VA 24142 www.rollins.edu/theatre/ Profile:We are one of the few Christian univer- Degrees: BAs or BSs: Theatre, Dance Educa- sities that offers majors in theatre arts, musical tion; BFA: Dance ROWAN UNIVERSITY theatre, and technical production and design. Profile: The School of Dance and Theatre College of Fine and Performing Arts offers liberal arts and pre-professional studies Department of Theatre and Dance culminating in one of six degrees. Students of 201 Mullica Hill Rd. UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA cinema, dance and theatre receive instruction Glassboro, NJ 08028 rich in diverse perspectives and cross-disciplin- Degrees: BA: Theatre (Acting/Directing, AT BIRMINGHAM ary experiences. Both divisions are supported Musical Theatre, Dance, Design/Technical, Pre- by strong production programs which make Teaching); BA/MST: Theatre Education significant contributions to the cultural life of the Profile:The Department of Theatre and Dance university and community. educates students in the contemporary practice Contact: Carl H. Lefko of theatre and dance within a liberal arts cur- 540-831-5012; [email protected] riculum. Our programs offer students, excited by www.radford.edu/~theatre/ theatre and dance, a path to intellectual growth and development surrounded by things they RANDOLPH COLLEGE love. Accredited by the National Association of Theatre Department, 2500 Rivermont Ave. Schools of Theatre, the department provides a Lynchburg, VA 24503-1555 broad-based education that integrates physical, Degrees: BA: Theatre (with emphasis in act- vocal, technical and performance skills with the ing, directing, design, management or technical intellectual development necessary for lifelong production); BFA: (Interdisciplinary) in Theatre learning. Our proximity to New York City and with Visual Arts, Dance, Music, Film or Creative Philadelphia enables us to offer master classes Writing and productions with visiting artists as well as UÊ/Ì>ÊvVÕÃÊÊÕìÀ}À>`Õ>ÌiÊÌÀ>} Profile:Randolph College is a small, liberal arts exciting internship opportunities. UÊ Ê i}Àii college nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge, Contact: David Sullivan UÊÎÊ>Ài>ÃÊvÊi« >ÃÃ\ with vibrant guest artist programs and personal- 856-256-4034; [email protected] X }iiÀ>ÊÌ i>ÌÀi ized instruction. Students explore all areas of www.rowan.edu/theatredance/ X «iÀvÀ>Vi Theatre, collaboratively producing mainstage X ìÃ}ÉÌiV }Þ seasons and uniquely earning key production RUTGERS UNIVERSITY UÊ >ÊÃÌ>}iÊÃÌÕìÌÊìÃ}Ê««ÀÌÕÌiÃ positions in student capstone experiences. Mason Gross School of the Arts, 2 Chapel Dr. UÊÓÊÃÌ>ÌiÊvÊÌ iÊ>ÀÌÊÌ i>ÌÀiÃ Contact: Ken Parks New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8527 UÊ{ÊÌÕÀ}ÊV«>iÃ 434-947-8564; [email protected] Degrees: BFAs: Acting, Design (Set, Lighting, UÊ£{Ê>VÌÛiÊ«ÀviÃÃ>Êv>VÕÌÞ http://faculty.randolphcollege.edu/theatre/ or Costume Design and Costume Technology) and UÊ-V >ÀÃ «ÃÉÃÌ«i`ÃÊ>Û>>Li www.randolphcollege.edu/theatre/ Production and Management (Stage Manage- theatre.hum.uab.edu ment and Technical Direction); MFAs: Direct- 1 Ê i«Ì°ÊvÊ/ i>ÌÀi REGENT UNIVERSITY ing, Playwriting, Acting, Design (Set, Lighting, £ÓääÊ£äÌ ÊÛi°Ê-°]Ê- ÊÓxx À} >]ÊÊÊÎxÓ{£ÓÈÎ 1000 Regent University Dr., Com 221 Costume Design and Costume Technology) and Óäx®ÊÎ{ÎÓÎÈ Virginia Beach, VA 23464 Stage Management Profile:Rutgers is a professional conservatory

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program 45 minutes from New York City. Rutgers SETON HILL UNIVERSITY Contact: Michael Williams Theater Company is a resident company of Theatre and Dance Program, 1 Seton Hill Dr. 256-395-2211 x5811; [email protected] student artists whose work is guided by master Greensburg, PA 15601 www.suscc.edu teachers and working professionals. Rutgers Degrees: BAs: Dance, Theatre Arts, Theatre is committed to having all roles, designs and Performance, Music Theatre, Theatre Design SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY stage management accomplished by students in and Technology, Theatre Business 351 W. Center St. the program. Directors and playwrights receive Profile: Theatre and Dance at Seton Hill have Cedar City, UT 84720 mainstage opportunities in the thesis year. New an outstanding tradition of excellence. The size of Contact: Shauna T. Mendini, Chair York internships available in design/tech/SM. BFA our program provides the best mix of profession- 435-865-8185; [email protected] actors spend the entire third year in residence at alism and personal attention. Our new performing www.suu.edu/pva/ta/ Rutgers Conservatory at Shakespeare’s Globe in arts center opened Fall 09. London. Designers and stage managers opt for Contact: Terry Brino-Dean, Director, Theatre SPECIAL FX 101 one term in London. BFA and MFA actors have and Dance Program 7436 Narcoossee Rd.,Suite 320 showcases in NYC. 724-552-2934; [email protected] Orlando, FL 32832 Contact: Barbara Harwanko www.setonhilltheatre.com Profile: We provide hands-on experience and 732-932-9891 x10; [email protected] basic concepts for air, cryogenic, flame and fog www.masongross.rutgers.edu/theater/thea.html SHAKESPEARE THEATRE OF NEW Fx. We teach the nuts, bolts, hardware and basic JERSEY skills needed for the Fx side of the entertainment SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY Summer Professional Training Program industry. We also discuss how to get work and Department of English, Fine Arts, and Humani- 36 Madison Ave. the different industries that utilize these skills. ties - Dramaturgy Program Madison, NJ 07940 For example: film, theatre, TV, sporting events, 33701 State Rd. 52 Degrees: For Actors, Stage Managers, Admin- industrials, theme parks and attractions. PO Box 6665 istrators, Designers, Technicians and Directors Contact: Andrew Nicholls or Ron Keller Saint Leo, FL 33574-6665 Profile:The longest-running Shakespeare the- 407-648-1867; [email protected]; ron@ Degrees: BA: English with Specialization in atre on the East Coast, STNJ offers an intense specialfx101.com Dramaturgy 11-week training program from May 29-August www.Specialfx101.com Profile:The Dramaturgy program at Saint Leo 15, 2011 for all areas of theatre. offers undergraduate students the opportunity to Contact: Corinne May Farkas, Education ST. EDWARDS UNIVERSITY blend in-depth study of dramatic literature/analy- Associate Department of Theatre Arts sis, playwriting, and practice with a broad scope 973-408-3806; [email protected] Mary Moody Northen Theatre of literary study such as poetic forms, fiction, www.ShakespeareNJ.org or www.Shake- 3001 S. Congress Ave. creative non-fiction, and professional writing. Our speareTraining.org Austin, TX 78704 low student/teacher ratio promises individualized attention and great opportunity for personal SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY growth in sunny central Florida. 1460 University Dr. Contact: Dave McGinnis Winchester, VA 22601 352-588-8401; [email protected] Degrees: BFAs: Musical Theatre, Acting, The- www.saintleo.edu atre for Youth, Stage Management, Costume Design, Scenic Design, Lighting Design SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND Profile: We provide comprehensive under- DESIGN graduate training at one of the country’s leading PO Box 2072 conservatories, with a dedicated faculty of active Savannah, GA 31402-2072 professionals in theatre, music and dance. Degrees: BA; BFA; M.Arch; MA; MAT; MFA; Contact: William Bozman MUD 540-665-4558; [email protected] Profile: The Savannah College of Art and www.su.edu/conservatory/scon/academics/ Design exists to prepare talented students for professional careers, emphasizing learning SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY through individual attention in a positively ori- CARBONDALE ented university environment. SCAD performing Department of Theatre, Mail Code 6608 arts is an innovative program with relevant per- Carbondale, IL 62901 formance opportunities and classroom training Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Emphasis in Perfor- in new media, digital media, film, TV and live mance/Design/Production; BFA Musical The- theatre. Students have the opportunity to pur- ater; MFAs: Directing, Scene Design, Lighting sue a B.F.A. or an M.F.A. in production design, Design, Costume Design, Technical Direction, performing arts, dramatic writing and film with Playwriting; PhDs: Interdisciplinary with Speech minors in dance and vocal performance. SCAD Communication in Theatre History, Criticism, offers an in-house casting office and hosts an Dramaturgy, Performance Studies annual agent showcase with New York agents. Profile: SIUC blends scholarship with practice In addition to the performing arts tracks, SCAD in intensive production program and maintains a offers the only B.F.A., M.F.A. and M.A. programs professional summer stock theater company. focusing on sound design for media in the country Contact: Dr. Ronald Naversen with state-of-the-art classrooms and equipment 618-453-3076; [email protected] and courses taught by Emmy Award and Acad- www.siu.edu/~mcleod/ emy Award-winning professors. Contact: Admissions: 800-869-7223 SOUTHERN UNION STATE COMMUNITY www.scad.edu COLLEGE PO Box 1000 Wadley, AL 36276

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Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts, with emphasis in: culturally rich environments in New York City and UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA Acting, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration, now Los Angeles. BIRMINGHAM Design or General Theatre. Contact: Johnny Yoder Department of Theatre, ASC 255 Profile: St. Edwards University offers a low 212-689-0087; [email protected] 1200 10th Ave. S. student/teacher ratio. Our Theatre program is www.stellaadler.com Birmingham, AL 35294-1263 grounded in classroom training combined with Degrees: BA production experience in our award-winning, TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY Profile: Exclusive focus on the undergraduate Mary Moody Northen Theatre. Because of our Department of Theatre, TCU Box 297510 student by professional faculty in state-of-the-art U/RTA contract with Actors’ Equity Association, Fort Worth, TX 76129 facilities with opportunities for undergraduate students who successfully complete the require- Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs with emphases students to perform and design in mainstage ments of the Membership Candidate Program are in Acting, Design, Musical Theatre, Production, productions. eligible to join Actors’ Equity. We offer hands-on Theatre Studies Contact: Will York, Department Chair opportunities to meet and work with theatre, film Profile: TCU offers professional training for 205-934-3236; [email protected] and television professionals representing every undergraduates only in a liberal arts environment http://theatre.hum.uab.edu facet of the industry. at a renowned comprehensive university. Theatre Contact: Angela Flowers, Administrative Co- TCU features outstanding faculty and facilities, UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS ordinator for Mary Moody Northen Theatre at St. individual mentorship, low student-faculty ratio, 619 Kimpel Hall Edward’s University internships in one of the country’s largest profes- Fayetteville, AR 72701 512-448-8487 or 512-448-8433; angelaf@ sional theatre markets, and the award-winning Degrees: BA; MFA stedwards.edu Trinity Shakespeare Festival. Profile: Extensive coursework accompanied www.stedwards.edu/hum/thtr Contact: Dr. Harry Parker, Chair by a challenging season of plays, a dedicated 817-257-7625; [email protected] faculty committed to professional standards and STELLA ADLER STUDIO OF ACTING www.theatre.tcu.edu individualized attention to students, at a university 31 W. 27th St., 3rd Fl. located in a gorgeous setting. New York, NY 10001 TOWSON UNIVERSITY Contact: D. Andrew Gibbs ART OF ACTING STUDIO Theatre Department, 8000 York Rd. 479-575-2953; [email protected] 1017 N. Orange Dr. Towson, MD 21252 www.uark.edu/depts/drama/ Los Angeles, CA 90036 Contact: Jay Herzog, Department Chair Degrees: Certificates: 3-Year Conservatory Pro- 410-704-2792; [email protected] UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA gram, 2-Year Evening Conservatory Program www.towson.edu/theatre/ PO Box 162372 Profile:Since 1949, the Stella Adler Studio has Orlando, FL 32816-2372 trained some of the most important American TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Acting, Musical actors and has evolved into one of the most 300 N. Broadway Theatre, Design/Tech, Stage Management; MA: Lexington, KY 40508 Theatre; MFAs: Acting, Musical Theatre, Design, Degrees: BA: Drama Youth Theatre Profile:The Drama Department at Transylvania Profile: The MFA programs at UCF are highly Learn University offers exposure and training in theatre selective, rigorous, three-year professional train- within a liberal arts context. ing programs emphasizing both theatre theory Discover Contact: Sullivan Canaday White, Program and practice. Create Director, Department of Drama; swhite@transy. Contact: Kate Ingram edu 407-823-4872; [email protected] http://www.transy.edu/drama2/ www.theatre.ucf.edu

TROY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY Department of Theatre and Dance Theatre Program, 1000 N. Main St. Malone Hall 132 Findlay, OH 45840 Troy, AL 36082 Degrees: BA: Theatre, with emphasis in: Perfor- Degrees: BS; BA mance, Musical Theatre or Theatre Production, Profile: Both demanding and nurturing for the Design and Technology undergraduate, Troy offers individualized pro- Profile: Students come first at Findlay, where grams in performance, design, technical theatre, faculty are dedicated to student growth and management and education. professional opportunities. The theatre program Contact: Adena Moree produces at least four mainstage productions 334-808-6142; [email protected] each year where students develop practical and www.troy.edu critical skills. The Theatre Program also conducts SummerStock, a professional and educational UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA summer theatre. Scholarships are available for Department of Theatre and Dance, Box 870239 majors and minors. Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 Contact: Dr. Heather Williams Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Dance; MFAs: Acting, 419-434-4562; [email protected] Costume Design/Production, Directing, Lighting www.findlay.edu Design, Scenic Design, Technical Direction, Theatre Management UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA Profile:UA offers comprehensive academic and School of Theatre and Dance practical training on a liberal arts foundation to Nadine McGuire Theatre and Dance Pavilion prepare students for professional success. PO Box 115900 Contact: Pamela McCray Gainesville, FL 32611-5900 205-348-5283; [email protected] Degrees: BA: General Theatre; BFAs: Perfor- http://theatre.ua.edu mance (Acting, Musical Theatre), Production

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(Costume Design, Lighting Design, Scene Degrees: BS: Theatre, Production or Perfor- UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI Design), Dance; MFAs: Acting, Costume De- mance; MFA: Acting/Performance; Graduate PO Box 248273 sign/Technology, Lighting Design, Scene Design; Certificate: African-American Theatre Coral Gables, FL 33124 Minors: General Theatre, Production Profile: The department trains students in the Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Musical Theatre, Profile: In addition to our regular season per- fine art of theatre, voice, movement, scene study Acting, Stage Management, Theatre Manage- formances on-campus each year, our students and design, and also teaches the historical and ment, Design/Production tour one of our productions internationally every literary context of the theatre as a humanist and Profile:The Department of Theatre Arts at the summer. liberal art. UM offers intensive degree programs within a Contact: Paul Favini, Interim Director Contact: Rinda Frye, Director of Graduate world-class liberal arts university to prepare in- 352-273-0501; [email protected] Studies dividuals for professional careers and advanced www.arts.ufl.edu/theatreanddance/ 502-852-8445; [email protected] training. www.louisville.edu/a-s/ta/ Contact: Henry Fonte, Chair of Department of UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA Theatre Arts and Artistic Director of The Jerry Department of Theatre and Film Studies UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON Herman Ring Theatre Fine Arts Building Department of Theatre and Dance 305-284-4474; [email protected] Athens, GA 30602-3154 1301 College Ave. www.miami.edu/tha/ Degrees: BA; MFA; PhD Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Profile:The department offers rigorous training Degrees: Minor: Musical Theatre Performance; UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI in all traditional areas of theatre performance, BA: Theatre; Pre K-12 Teacher Licensure in PO Box 1848 design and scholarship, coupled with training in Drama Isom Hall Room 110 cutting-edge technologies such as 3-D computer Profile:Our program allows students flexibility in University, MS 38677-1848 animation and motion capture. concentrating in areas of greatest interest while Degrees: BA: Theatre Arts; BFAs: Acting, Musi- Contact: David Z. Saltz, Head building a strong foundation through a liberal cal Theatre, Design and Technology 706-542-2836; [email protected] arts education. Profile: Comprehensive training, rigorous www.drama.uga.edu Contact: Gregg Stull, Chair, Department of academics and great performance and design Theatre and Dance opportunities prepare students for graduate study UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON 540-654-1980; [email protected] or professional employment. Individualized atten- School of Theatre and Dance www.umw.edu/cas/theatre/ tion from a professional and dedicated faculty. 133 CWM Center NAST accredited. Houston, TX 77204-4016 UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND Contact: Rhona Justice-Malloy, Chair Degrees: BAs: Playwriting/Dramaturgy, Dance School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance 662-915-5816 with emphasis in Choreography, Dance Educa- Studies www.olemiss.edu/depts/theatre_arts/ tion, Design and Technology; BFAs: Acting, 2810 Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Theatre Education, Stage Management; MFAs: College Park, MD 20742 Acting, Lighting Design, Scenic Design, Costume Degrees: BAs: Dance, Theatre; MA/PhD: The- Design; MAs: Summer MA for Theatre Educators, atre and Performance Studies; MFAs Dance, MA for Scholars Theatre Design, Performance Profile:The School of Theatre and Dance offers Profile: The unique structure of the School of graduate-level professional and undergraduate Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies pro- pre-professional training in the fourth largest vides the opportunities of a larger community to city in the U.S. Placement in the program is by interconnect and collaborate. While the degree audition only. Once placed, students receive programs in the dance and theatre disciplines individual mentorship, low student/teacher ratio, retain their individuality, the School affords the and close proximity to professional theatre, opera inter-disciplinary prospects that enable landmark and dance companies, including a partnership creativity and scholarship to flourish. Dynamic with Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre. Presti- interaction between faculty, staff and students en- gious faculty including Tony Award and Pulitzer courages innovative ideas and new initiatives. Prize winners. Contact: Theatre - Misha Kachman; Dance Contact: Jackie deMontmollin – Anne Warren 713-743-2879; [email protected] 301-405-6639; 301-405-3187; mkachman@umd. www.theatredance.uh.edu edu; [email protected] www.tdps.umd.edu UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY 114 Fine Arts Bldg. UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS Lexington, KY 40506-0022 Department of Theatre and Dance Degrees: BA; MA 144 Theatre Communication Bldg. Profile: Strong liberal arts undergraduate Memphis, TN 38152-3150 degrees with hands-on training closely tied to Degrees: BFAs: Performance, Design and classroom. Small department where mentoring is Technical Production; MFAs: Directing, Design possible. Graduate program is excellent prepara- and Technical Production tion for any PhD program. Profile: We offer quality mentoring, dedicated Contact: Nancy C. Jones, Chair individual advisors, a richly varied production 859-257-3297; [email protected] program, a state-of-the-art design lab, a new www.uky.edu/finearts/Theatre/ musical theatre curriculum, and casting opportunities beginning your first year. UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE Contact: Kristin Shupe Department of Theatre Arts 901-678-2523; [email protected] 2314 S. Floyd St. www.memphis.edu/theatre/ Louisville, KY 40292

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UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA areas of theatre, both on and off stage. A profes- Station 6210 Theatre CHARLOTTE sionally active faculty, strong classes, internships Montevallo, AL 35115 Department of Theatre and a cutting-edge production program prepare Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Musical Theatre, 9201 University City Blvd. students for the theatre of the 21st century. Acting, Directing, Design, Scenic/Lighting Em- Robinson Hall 364 Contact: Professor Jack Benjamin phasis and Design, Costume Emphasis Charlotte, NC 28223-0001 803-641-3327; [email protected] Profile:UM Theatre provides numerous hands- Contact: James Vesce www.usca.edu/visualandperformingarts/ on training opportunities including a very diverse 704-687-3590; [email protected] production season and guest artist workshops www.theatre.uncc.edu UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH on and off campus. We train students for profes- CAROLINA COLUMBIA sional careers within the context of a first-rate UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA Department of Theatre and Dance liberal arts education. GREENSBORO Longstreet Theatre Contact: David Callaghan PO Box 26170/406 Tate St. Columbia, SC 29208 205-665-6210; [email protected] 201 Taylor Theatre Bldg. Degrees: Theatre Degrees - BA: Theatre; www.montevallo.edu/thea/ Greensboro, NC 27402-6170 MFAs: Acting, Scene Design, Costume Design, Degrees: BA; BFA; MFA; MEd Lighting Design; MAT: Theatre; MA: Theatre. UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA LAS VEGAS Profile: UNCG offers programs in Acting, Dance Degrees - BA: Dance, with concentrations 4505 Maryland Pkwy. Directing, Theatre for Youth, Design, Stage in Performance and Choreography or Dance Box 455036 Management, Theatre Education and Technical Education Las Vegas, NV 89154 Theatre. Profile: Professionally active faculty in a Degrees: BA; MA; MFA Contact: Jim Fisher nationally competitive department with strong Contact: 336-334-4112; [email protected] graduate and undergraduate programs. Guest 702-895-3666; [email protected] www.uncg.edu/the/ artist program and relationships with significant http://theatre.unlv.edu professional theatres. NAST accredited and UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA U/RTA member. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Contact: Lisa Martin-Stuart CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND 803-777-6498; [email protected] CB# 3230 PRODUCTION www.cas.sc.edu/thea/ Center for Dramatic Art 1533 S. Main St. Chapel Hill, NC 27599 Winston-Salem, NC 27127-2188 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA Contact: Jeffrey Blair Cornell Degrees: College Diplomas: Acting, Direct- 4202 E. Fowler Ave. 919-843-9857; [email protected] ing; BFAs: Acting, Directing, Costume Design & TAR 230 http://drama.unc.edu Technology, Scene Painting, Stage Properties, Tampa, FL 33620 Lighting, Sound, Technical Direction, Scene Degrees: BAs: Design, Performance, Theatre Design, Stage Management, Wig & Makeup; Arts; BFA: Design MFAs: Costume Design, Costume Technology, Profile: LEARN in an environment dedicated Scene Design, Scenic Art, Stage Automation, to undergraduates; DISCOVER in an intensive VCU Stage Properties, Wig & Make-up Design, Sound honors program; CREATE with internationally AT VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY Design, Technical Direction, Performing Arts renowned guest artists in our British International Member of NAST - National Association of Schools of Theatre Management Theatre Program. BFA in TheATRe • Professional Training Program Profile: A conservatory that trains the whole Contact: Marc Powers, Director, School of • Performance • Design/Technology • Stage Management artist for professional careers in dance, design Theatre and Dance Theatre VCU Offers The only undergraduate and production, drama, filmmaking, music, and 813-974-2701; [email protected] program in Virginia that produces acting showcases for visual arts. http://theatreanddance.arts.usf.edu seniors in Washington DC, Chicago , LA, & NYC Contact: Admissions Office Guest Artist Program Featuring nationally 336-770-3290; [email protected] UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN recognized guest artists to conduct master classes, www.uncsa.edu MISSISSIPPI private performances and public classes. Department of Theatre and Dance Guest Director Program Two of Theatre VCU’s UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 118 College Dr. #5052 four annual main stage productions are directed by Performing Arts Center, USA Hattiesburg, MS 39406 renowned professional directors. Mobile, AL 36688 Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Performance, BA in TheATRe Degrees: BAs, BFAs: Performance, Design/ Design/Technology, Dance Performance and Technology, Musical Theatre Choreography, Dance Education; MFAs: Per- MFA in TheATRe PeDAGOGy Profile: Options for degrees within a depart- formance, Directing, Costume Design, Scenic • Dramatic Literature & Dramaturgy • Voice & Speech ment devoted exclusively to a balance between Design, Lighting and Sound Design • Directing • Movement & Physical Theatre production experience, training and professional Contact: Lisa Fortner MFA in SCeniC DeSiGn expectations. 601-266-4994; [email protected] MFA in COSTUMe DeSiGn Contact: Dr. Leon J. Van Dyke, Chair www.usm.edu/arts/ Theatre VCU MFA Program Offers A unique 251-460-6305; [email protected] 2-3 year graduate program • Practical Training • Professional www.southalabama.edu/drama/ UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA Mentoring • Financial Aid & Assistantships Available 401 W. Kennedy Blvd. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA Tampa, FL 33606 David S. Leong, Chairman • [email protected] AIKEN Degrees: BAs: Performing Arts, Theatre; Mi- For information contact Glynn Brannan • Creative Director 471 University Pkwy. nors: Speech, Speech/Theatre, Dance/Theatre, 804.828.2695 • [email protected] Aiken, SC 29801 Applied Dance http://www.vcu.edu/arts/theatre/dept/ Degrees: BA: Fine Arts, with concentration in Profile: The University of Tampa offers BA Theatre degrees in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre VCU Department of Theatre Profile:Dedicated to giving students a compre- Performance Program) and Theatre (with focus 922 Park Ave. P.O. Box 842524 Richmond, VA 23284-2524 hensive theatre education. Students explore all on Actor Training/Performance).

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Contact: Prof. Michael Staczar the South receive a strong foundation in all areas, is well-situated to offer the best in undergraduate 813-257-3987; [email protected] while studying in a unique liberal arts program. education. Scholarships available. www.ut.edu/detail.aspx?id=504 Contact: Dr. Peter Smith Contact: Leigh Selting, Chair 931-598-1226; [email protected] 307-766-2198; [email protected] UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE www.sewanee.edu www.uwyo.edu/th&d/ CHATTANOOGA 615 McCallie Ave. UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY Fine Arts Center PO Box 400128 1500 N. Patterson St. Chattanooga, TN 37403 Charlottesville, VA 22904-4128 Valdosta, GA 31698 Degrees: BA: Theatre Degrees: BA: Drama; MFAs: Acting, Costume Degrees: BFAs: Dance, Theatre (with emphasis Profile: Located in the beautiful city of Chat- Design and Technology, Lighting Design, Scenic areas in Performance, Production and Musical tanooga, UTC Theatre students work closely Design, Technical Direction Theatre) with faculty and staff in fully equipped shops and Profile:Undergraduate majors in drama at the Profile: NAST-accredited; seven-production performance facilities in an active, challenging, University of Virginia enjoy the unusual combina- season; produces Peach State Summer Theatre, hands-on theatre program within the context of tion of a superb intellectual climate and a vital, “The Official Musical Theatre of the State of Geor- a liberal arts education. engaging production program. gia”; scholarships available. Auditions/Interviews Contact: Mac Smotherman, Head Contact: Professor LaVahn Hoh in early spring. 423-425-4347; [email protected] 434-924-3326; [email protected] Contact: Professor Jacque Wheeler www.utc.edu/Academic/TheatreAndSpeech/ www.virginia.edu/drama/ 229-333-5820; [email protected] www.valdosta.edu UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA KNOXVILLE 11000 University Pkwy. VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH Department of Theatre Pensacola, FL 32514 UNIVERSITY 206 McClung Tower Degrees: BAs: Acting, Design Technology; BFA: 922 Park Ave. Knoxville, TN 37996 Musical Theatre PO Box 842524 Degrees: BA: Theatre; MFAs: Acting, Costume Profile: Because we are exclusively under- Richmond, VA 23284-2524 Design, Lighting Design, Scene Design graduate, there are no graduate students to Degrees: BA: Theatre; BFAs: Performance, Profile: The department is affiliated with a take resources away from our undergraduate Scene Design, Lighting Design, Costume De- LORT (professional) theatre, The Clarence students. With five shows per season, UWF sign, Stage Management; MFAs: Pedagogy, Brown Theatre Company. can provide extensive opportunities for student Scene Design, Costume Design Contact: Terry Weber, Director of Graduate design and performance to complement your Profile: The theatre program at VCU offers Studies classwork, creating the perfect model for learn- pre-professional training in a liberal arts setting 865-974-6011; [email protected] ing your craft. with highly qualified faculty and staff working www.utk.edu Contact: Charles Houghton 850-474-2146; [email protected] UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS www.uwf.edu/theatre/ 320 S. Broad St. Theatre & Dance Philadelphia, PA 19102 UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA In a Liberal Arts Context Degrees: BFAs: Acting, Musical Theatre, Theatre Program, Martha Munro Bldg. Design/Tech, Theatre Management & Produc- 1600 Maple St. Highly Competitive tion, Dance, Music, Vocal Performance, Music Carrollton, GA 30118 Academically Rigorous Composition Degrees: BA: Theatre Nationally Ranked Profile: Students work with faculty who are Profile: The UWG theatre program seeks to working professionals to stage productions of train and inspire students in all areas of theatre Scholarships for performance & production professional quality. Students acquire the tech- arts. UWG offers students outstanding facilities, SAT & ACT optional nique and discipline that distinguishes profes- technology and opportunities. NAST-accred- 4 major theatre productions yearly sional artists. ited. 2 dance concerts yearly Contact: Charles Gilbert, Interim Director, Contact: Shelly Elman Numerous student directed productions School of Theatre Arts 678-839-4700; [email protected] Multiple student producing groups 800-616-2787; [email protected] www.westga.edu/~theatre/ Integrated classes, production and performance www.uarts.edu Small classes, individual attention UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING UNIVERSITY OF THE OZARKS Department of Theatre and Dance Department of Theatre and Dance 415 N. College Ave. 1000 E. University Ave. Box 7264 Reynolda Station ● Winston-Salem NC 27109 Clarksville, AR 72830 Department 3951 336-758-5294 Degrees: BA: Theatre (Design, Performance Laramie, WY 82071-3951 [email protected] and Technology) Degrees: BA: Theatre, Dance; BFA: Acting, www.wfu.edu/theatre Profile: Ozarks is a private school with a stu- Playwriting, Dance Performance, Lighting dent/faculty ratio of 10 to 1. We offer full tuition Design, Costume Design, Scene Design, Dance scholarships in theatre. Science Contact: Professor Bruce B. Brown Profile:Our mission is to prepare students effec- 479-979-1349; [email protected] tively for professional careers in theatre, dance, www.ozarks.edu motion pictures, or television and playwriting, as well as for graduate and professional schools UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH through considerable hands-on and curricular 735 University Ave. training. With small class sizes, dedicated faculty, Sewanee, TN 37383 excellent opportunities for practical experience, Degrees: BA outstanding facilities, and a genuine focus on Profile:Students of theatre at the University of undergraduate training, UW Theatre and Dance

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professionally in their field. WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY Profile: At WCU, you’ll immerse yourself in Contact: Bonnie McCoy, Administrative Di- Department of Theatre dynamic academic programs that offer a variety rector 4841 Cass Ave., Suite 3225 of undergraduate degree concentrations and 804-828-1923; [email protected] Detroit, MI 48202-3489 minors. You’ll combine your chosen discipline’s www.vcu.edu/arts/theatre/ Degrees: BA; BFA; MA; MFA; PhD concepts and theories with hands-on experience Profile:Wayne State University provides com- both inside and outside the classroom through VIRGINIA INTERMONT COLLEGE prehensive, hands-on training in all aspects of faculty-student collaborations, internships, coop- 1013 Moore St. theatre, at all degree levels and is home to the erative work experiences and productions both Bristol, VA 24201 world-renowned Hilberry Repertory Theatre on stage and on film. Degrees: BFAs: Acting, Musical Theatre, Company, the first and only graduate training Contact: Thomas Salzman, Director of the Design & Technology; BAs: Theatre Education program of its kind in the nation. School of Stage and Screen w/ Licensure Pre K-12, Performance, Design & Contact: Jessica Chavez 828-227-3840; [email protected] Technology 313-577-3510; [email protected] www.wcu.edu/2264.asp Profile:Instruction by practicing professionals, www.theatre.wayne.edu; www.hilberry.com one-on-one attention and many performance and WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY design opportunities help you build a competitive WESLEYAN COLLEGE Department of Theatre and Dance resume. Every student has the chance to shine Department of Theatre 1906 College Heights Blvd. as an individual. 4760 Forsyth Rd. #71086 Contact: Bonny Gable, Chair of Performing Macon, GA 31210 Bowling Green, KY 42101-1086 Arts Degrees: BA: Liberal Arts; Theatre Major or Degrees: BAs: Theatre, Dance; BFA: Perform- 276-466-7973; [email protected] Minor ing Arts (with concentrations available in Acting, www.vitheatre.com Profile: Wesleyan is a women’s liberal arts Directing, Music Theatre, Theatre Design and college with a professionally oriented theatre Technology) VIRGINIA TECH program. All productions feature women in major Profile: WKU’s Department of Theatre and Department of Theatre and Cinema roles; many casts are entirely female. Women Dance offers conservatory-style training in a 250 Henderson Hall E. (0141) handle all technical work and stage management. liberal arts environment. Blacksburg, VA 24061 Theatre majors follow a generalist course of study Contact: David Young, Department Head Degrees: BA: Emphases in Performance, or choose from among three tracks: performance, 270-745-5845; [email protected] Design/Tech, Cinema Studies/Production, Gen- dramaturgy or theatre management. We offer http://www.wku.edu/pcal/theatre-and-dance/ eral; MFAs: Directing & Public Dialogue, Stage courses in acting, directing, playwriting, stage Management, Costume Design, Lighting Design, management, producing, theatre history and WINTHROP UNIVERSITY Scene Design, Props Design, Sound Design, theory, and dramatic literature. Many scholarships Department of Theatre and Dance Technical Direction are available. Wesleyan College is ranked third in 115 Johnson Hall Profile: Uncommon experiences and unex- the 2010 issue of The Princeton Review for “Best Rock Hill, SC 29733 pected opportunities await you in our highly Value in Private Colleges.” Degrees: BA: Theatre Performance, Theatre innovative department. Professional theatre ties Contact: Jan Lewis, MFA, PhD, Chair of Design/Tech, Theatre Education, Dance, Dance help make us a jewel of a theatre program with Theatre Education an excellent reputation. 478-757-5249; [email protected] Profile:The program fosters individual students’ Contact: Patricia Raun, Head, Department of www.wesleyancollege.edu aesthetic, intellectual and creative development Theatre and Cinema within the context of a liberal arts education. 540-231-5335; [email protected] WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY We strive to afford opportunities for students to www.theatre.vt.edu Creative Arts Center develop a significant level of competency in one PO Box 6111 emphasis in theatre or dance. Our production WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY Morgantown, WV 26506-6111 program includes 12 shows per year, including Box 7264 Reynolda Station Degrees: Minor: Dance; BA: Theatre; BFAs: musicals in collaboration with the Department of Winston-Salem, NC 27109 Acting, Design and Technology, Puppetry and Music. Scholarships awarded annually based on Degrees: BA: Theatre Creative Dramatics; MFAs: Acting, Costume audition/portfolio review. Profile: With its professional faculty and staff, Design, Scenic Design, Lighting Design Contact: Andrew Vorder Bruegge exceptional production values, significant pro- Profile:WVU offers undergraduate and gradu- 803-323-2287; [email protected] duction opportunities and low student-teacher ate training in acting, theatre studies, and design www.winthrop.edu/vpa/Theatre_&_Dance/ ratio, WFU equips theatre and dance students and technology with a rigorous production sea- for success. son and a dedicated faculty in modern facilities. WOFFORD COLLEGE Contact: J.K. Curry, Chair, or John Frieden- Contact: Joshua B. Williamson, Chair 429 N. Church St. berg, Director of Theatre 304-293-2020; [email protected] CPO #36 336-758-5294; [email protected] http://theatre.wvu.edu Spartanburg, SC 29303 www.wfu.edu/theatre/ Contact: Mark A. Ferguson WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY 864-597-4081; [email protected] WALLACE STATE COMMUNITY School of Stage and Screen www.wofford.edu/theatre/ COLLEGE 1 University Dr. 801 Main St. Suite 233 Hanceville, AL 35077 Cullowhee, NC 28723 Contact: Lauren Cantrell Degrees: BA: Stage and Screen (with concen- 256-352-8422; lauren.cantrell@wallacestate. trations in Design and Technical Production); edu BFAs: Theatre (with concentrations in Acting and www.wallacestate.edu Musical Theatre), Motion Pictures and Television Production

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by Tessa Carr University who teaches regularly in a top-ranked drama program at Rose Bruford College in London, How does study abroad help a student? That’s a sees similar growth in his students also. question with traditionally easy answers: a student “Study abroad can be the equivalent of a year’s gains increased global understanding, grows person- experience in 10 days,” he says. Hally and expands his or her network while receiving 2 Students gain confidence in training or experience in an international setting. But themselves. how do these ideas apply specifically to the emerging Study abroad can lead to greater confidence in theatre artist? How does study abroad affect an aspir- your abilities – and that applies to teachers who ing designer, actor, director or theatre educator? What conduct classes abroad as well as the students they are the tangible results for theatre artists? teach. St. Peter notes that both he and his American Teachers who have taken students abroad and, in students were a little insecure about their abilities some cases traveled abroad as students themselves, on his first trip to England to teach. Contracted to cite the following 10 advantages. produce Joe Calarco’s Romeo and Juliet in England 1 Students experience personal growth with British students as well as American students, St. at an accelerated rate. Peter worried that the British students would come to Robin Carr, associate professor of voice and acting the table with skills and knowledge that would chal- at the University of Southern Mississippi, finds there lenge his abilities. During the first week of the intense is a remarkable difference between a young actor at on-the-job experience, he quickly discovered that he the beginning of her school’s British studies program was prepared – and that his British students shared and at the end of the study abroad experience. the same insecurities about performance and inter- “The students become self-sufficient, world travel- pretation as his U.S. students. His students from the ers and astute about theatre,” Carr says. “From the U.S. gained confidence as they realized that they had productions they see, the backstage tours they take and trained appropriately and were able to perform on the classes they participate in, the students’ perspec- the same level as their British counterparts. “Broader tives on theatre and themselves in theatre are forever experience gives you perspective on your training and changed. They start to fall in love with the shows they abilities – in the best possible way,” St. Peter says. observe and discover newfound passions for work 3 Students have less fear about the ranging from Shakespeare to musical theatre.” professional world. Richard St. Peter, a doctoral student at Texas Tech Students who have studied abroad through USM’s

Left to right: A theatre student is shown on the Acropolis in Greece during a study abroad trip offered through the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Meredith College students “sing for their lunch” at the Casa Buitoni in Sansepolcro, Italy, during a summer study abroad program.

20 on Your Career How Study Abroad Changed My Life

program come back to school much more prepared to ERIC S. KILDOW Part-time Instructor begin professional careers, Carr says. The students, Armstrong Atlantic State University she says, “seem fearless about the professional world. They become independent and learn that they alone DEGREE: can make or break their professional careers. They BA, Theatre and Political Theory and also learn to be assertive when it comes to the busi- Constitutional Democracy, Michigan ness side of theatre while refining their acting, voice State University; MA, Theatre Arts, and movement skills.” Texas A&M University-Commerce; MFA, Performing Arts, Savannah 4 Students expand their resumés through workshops and internships. College of Art and Design Study abroad usually provides students with specific training and experience in theatre in a national STUDY ABROAD: 2002: Eastern/Central Europe through or international setting, guided by professors in the James Madison College of Public Affairs discipline. Internships are included in many study at Michigan State University abroad programs, and workshops – such as a day spent training with actors from the Globe Theatre What is the most important thing you learned through study abroad? – often are included in study abroad courses. My program, though not in theatre specifically, demonstrated that the nature of Don’t discount the potential for even short-term a society and political culture has a profound impact on the theatrical culture. It programs to offer amazing experiences. For example, was once said that all intellectual and spiritual winds of a time and place blow a three-week summer study course offered through through their theatre, and my experience underlined that fact for me. Virginia Commonwealth University includes opportunities to devise and perform work in ancient Greek How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? theatres, while a three-week program through the Uni- The experience helped turn a timid dual-major who was uncertain about his versity of Louisville includes workshops and lectures abilities into an artist and scholar with the confidence to realize that I truly was capable of the things that I put my mind to. Had it not been for this confidence, in Beijing at the National Academy of Theatre Arts. I would not have continued my theatrical studies. I recently led a study abroad Students experience new and 5 program for students at Armstrong Atlantic State, and I was highly gratified experimental theatre forms firsthand. to watch my students undergo a similar transformation to my own. They have Hands-on experience with experimental forms of come back with a new pocketful of tricks, the understanding that these things theatre can be difficult to find in the U.S. professional can be of use, and the elan to use them. theatre but is often a feature of study abroad programs.

Left to right: Students in the Cortona, Italy study abroad program offered by the University of Georgia’s Department of Theatre & Film Studies perform in an amphitheatre.

Participants in Louisiana Tech University’s study abroad program pose on Platform 9 3/4 at King’s Cross Station in London during a study abroad program in summer 2010.

21 Vessela Warner, assistant professor of theatre history versity who recently participated in her university’s at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), “Tech London” program – through which she was witnessed her students’ discovery of new forms and able to see 14 shows in three weeks, as well as attend possibilities in the profession during a workshop lectures by Globe Theatre professionals – also noted ‘Study abroad at theatre laboratory @lma @lter, an experimental, that one of the biggest benefits to her trip was un- Grotowski-based, non-professional company in Sofia, covering new territory – “being able to see different can be the Bulgaria. styles of acting and new British technology that they equivalent of a “This workshop created much excitement with our are using on the stage.” students, but also a great deal of ‘necessary’ anxiety 6 Living in a different space boosts year’s experience about the infinite opportunities of theatre-making,” creativity for all theatre students. in 10 days.’ Warner says. “It motivated the actors to continue looking Imagination is arguably the most valuable tool for their individual and truthful expressions as well as of any theatre artist. The richer the experiences and to trust theatre forms that are non-traditional and non- knowledge that you gain, the more fertile your imagi- commercial. A common discovery our students made nation becomes for creating art. Uta Hagan writes concerned the constructive energy of a small theatre in Respect for Acting that “(t)he actor’s imagination community united by clear aesthetic principles.” is stimulated into identification with country and Sarah Hereford, a UAB graduate who participated period” through travel. in the program, says the two-day workshop on the But it isn’t just actors who benefit from this Grotowski method had a profound effect on her, stimulation. Danielle Baisden Curtis, technical because “working with the @lma @lter allowed me director and performing arts faculty member at Lees- to experience some aspects of the method firsthand. McRae College in the mountains of North Carolina, We participated in happenings, physical exploration notes that designers and other theatres artists also of text and being “present.” benefit from seeing another part of the world. Amanda Tatum, a senior at Louisiana Tech Uni- “As a designer, I am always amazed at the :\JJLZZOHZHMHJL

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22 81&6$B)$&(6&B6RX7KHDWHUB[LQGG 30 significant differences between lighting, architecture students, says Julie Fishell, adjunct associate professor and history in places throughout the world,” she says. of dramatic arts and director of recruitment at the “But these are not the only things that make a place University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. “Working distinctive. Paintings, pictures and books can provide in internships, viewing a substantial number of inspiration, but the feeling of a certain location is productions in all kinds of venues, meeting with Uta Hagan writes rarely found in two-dimensional representations. seasoned professionals and working alumni, and in Respect for There are no pictures or words that can accurately engaging in coursework all provide the student with describe the hours and hours I spent sitting on the practical awareness of living the life of an artist. A Acting that Spanish Steps in Rome, absorbing the feeling of devotion to the craft is a pre-requisite to making ‘(t)he actor’s excitement and happiness of the people around me, theatre your career (what aspiring artist of any age or the sunset I witnessed in Switzerland.” wouldn’t love to ‘live’ in the studio and explore imagination is Study abroad was a capstone experience for her. the work), but will one commit to living the life of stimulated into “Most theatre designers and technicians like to be an artist? At the end of a semester study abroad, ’hands-on‘ people,” she says. “Study abroad allows students often decide that they are ready, with eyes identification for this to happen. To me, this connection was the best open, to pursue a career in the field.” with country and asset of my college career.” Students get a boost to the next step 8 period’ through 7 Students build professionalism and in life. experience the life of an artist. Study abroad can help students chart the next travel. The ability to foster relationships, be flexible and move on a career path, whether that is a direct move function in an ensemble setting are all important into the professional setting or additional training in job skills. They also are hallmarks of study abroad graduate school. experiences, especially those that are focused on field Warner of UAB says this is true not just for actors work. Practicing these skills daily as they negotiate and designers, but for students interested in other life in a new culture can be a tremendous benefit to (Continued on Page 33)

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23 Paying For Study Abroad Yes, You CAN Afford It!

by Scott Crawford needs to understand the difference between bilateral exchange programs and programs offered by third- If one were to approach a group of college freshmen party providers. at fall orientation and ask how many would like to Is your study abroad through a bilateral study abroad in London, Paris or Beijing, it is the rare exchange program or a third-party program? Ihand that would not go up. Yet less than two percent Colleges typically offer two types of semester or of U.S. college students actually choose to study year-long study abroad experiences: bilateral exchange abroad. What stops more students from following programs, which are direct-exchange partnerships through? All too often the answer is cost – or at least between one’s own university and a foreign university, the perception of cost. or programs offered through third-party providers. Let’s face it: Studying abroad sounds expensive. Popular third-party providers include SIT Study And it certainly can be … but it does not have to be. Abroad (www.sit.edu/studyabroad), the Council on In fact, according to Soren Peterson, education abroad International Educational Exchange (CIEE) (www. advisor at the Center for International Education at ciee.org), the Institute for the International Education You may be able Berea College in Kentucky, “a semester abroad can of Students (IES Abroad) (www.iesabroad.org) and sometimes be cheaper than a semester at home.” CAPA International Education (www.capa.org). to use your To discover the true cost of a study abroad With bilateral exchanges, students typically pay financial aid and program, one just needs to know the right questions tuition to their home institution, but pay room and to ask. board to their host institution while studying abroad. scholarships for Can you use your federal aid and your This means that institutional aid, as well as federal an overseas institutional aid for study abroad? and state aid, can usually be applied to tuition to program. Many students do not realize that their financial reduce costs, just as if the student were remaining aid package can help to cover the cost of studying on his or her home campus. Bill Holmes, director of overseas. This is particularly true of federal aid, international education at Campbellsville University according to Peterson: “Federal financial aid can be in Kentucky, explains further: “Usually exchanges applied to a study abroad program, provided that the cover tuition only, with housing and often meals being home institution approves the program for academic the responsibility of the student. However, [students] credit … and state aid may be transferable as well.” can, in most cases, take with them the financial aid In Southern Theatre’s survey of study abroad funds they would have used on the home campus programs, 28 of the 32 responding schools noted to pay for housing and meals. Depending upon the that federal financial aid can be applied to their country they do their exchange in, this can be enough study abroad programs. A case in point is the I-FEST to live quite well for a semester and even cover program at St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX. personal travel expenses.” According to Sheila Gordon, assistant professor and With programs provided through a third party, area coordinator, students at St. Edward’s can use students typically cannot apply the financial aid from their federal aid to help pay for the I-FEST theatre and their home campus. Thus, study abroad through events management program, which takes students third-party providers may cost the student more to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for an on-site study out-of-pocket. However, both Peterson and Holmes experience in Scotland each summer. note that these providers tend to offer more services. Use of institutional aid – aid that comes directly According to Holmes, a third-party provider is “a from the student’s college or university, as opposed business looking for customers.” Thus, the higher to through the federal government – can be trickier, cost tends to come with a number of extras, including however. To understand why this is the case, one built-in “excursions and other activities” as well as

24 “on-site staff that are regularly involved with the students.” In evaluating this trade-off between costs and How Study Abroad Changed My Life services, Peterson believes that students need to look at their own individual needs and circumstances. TRACY POWER Performer/educator A bilateral exchange “may offer nothing more than Kaiser Permanente Educational direct enrollment at the university abroad, which Theatre Programs may not be the best option for students who are not Oakland, CA quite ready for such an independent experience,” he notes. “Students who want the additional guidance DEGREE: … and on-site director that providers generally offer BS, Theatre and Communications may find that those benefits outweigh the additional Mississippi University for Women cost.” Students do not always have to choose between STUDY ABROAD: cost savings or better services, however. According to 2006: Summer study abroad Kenya Casey, assistant director for Emory University’s at Accademia dell’Arte Center for International Programs Abroad in Atlanta, Arezzo, Italy many third-party providers are able to offset their higher costs for students by offering scholarships directly through their programs. “Many … providers, What is the most important thing you learned through study abroad? such as SIT, have several need-based scholarships,” I gained a unique perspective on European approaches to teaching and notes Casey. “Every semester we have students who developing theatre through the use of an ensemble. I also developed stronger receive funding from SIT.” This is fairly standard, she personal commitment to my art through the dedication and discipline required says, noting that other study abroad providers, such to study commedia dell’arte. as CIEE and IES, offer both need-based and merit- based scholarships. (Visit their websites, noted on How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? the previous page, for more details.) Through my studies, I developed in a variety of areas: movement and physical Are scholarships available? awareness, presence on stage, use of the whole body in collaboration (body, This brings us to another category of funding mind, and voice) as a tool for artistic expression, and commitment. Once I returned to the States to finish my degree, I had a renewed appreciation and options to consider: scholarships. Besides scholarships dedication to my art that inspired me to push myself harder to achieve my offered by third-party providers, Casey, Peterson and goals. As a direct result, I became a stronger, more confident actor and was Holmes note that there are numerous scholarships offered an acting internship with B Street Theatre in Sacramento, CA through offered specifically for study abroad purposes by the SETC auditions. From there, I booked the audition for my current position external agencies. These include the Benjamin A. in Oakland, CA, with Kaiser Permanente’s Educational Theatre Programs. I Gilman Scholarship (www.iie.org/gilman) and the have no doubt that my experiences abroad laid the foundation for my budding DiversityAbroad.com Study Abroad Scholarship career, and I will forever be grateful. (www.diversityabroad.com/scholarships), both of which can be used worldwide. To help advise students, Peterson has compiled a scholarships. Often, these internal scholarships list of external scholarships and has published them are aimed at programs in specific fields of study, on a website through his office at Berea (http:// including performing arts. In Southern Theatre’s community.berea.edu/cie/abroad/scholarships/ survey, 19 of the 32 respondents said their schools semester.php). He also points students to a useful site offered scholarships specific to study abroad. Theatre managed by the Institute of International Education: students at St. Edward’s, for example, can apply for www.studyabroadfunding.org. On this site, students scholarships, which average around $1,000 each, to can search for scholarship opportunities using a participate in faculty-led summer abroad programs. number of criteria, including region and field of According to Gordon, “financial need, academic merit study. and, to some extent, extra-curricular activities” are all In addition to these outside funding sources, considered as criteria for these awards. some colleges offer their own internal study abroad Other institutions, such as Middle Tennessee State

25 University (MTSU) in Murfreesboro, TN, utilize Questions to ask your advisor student fees to help fund scholarships for study abroad. Scott Boyd, professor and interim director r What bilateral exchange partnerships does our college/ of theatre at MTSU, notes that a student activity university have with universities abroad? fee geared toward international education creates “fairly accessible scholarships” for his students r What third-party providers does our college/university work wishing to participate in MTSU’s international theatre with and where are the locations of their study centers around the world? programs. The lesson here is that sources of funding exist, r What study abroad opportunities exist through our college/ although it may take some legwork to uncover all the university specifically for my major? possibilities. According to Casey, this legwork would r For any of the study abroad options, can I use institutional ideally be a team effort between advisor and student. aid as well as federal and state aid to help reduce costs? “First, meet with a study abroad advisor to determine r What services are covered in the cost of each study abroad which scholarships are available and apply for them program? Or, more importantly, what is NOT included? all,” she tells her students. “Secondly, do your own research. I know several students who have found r What short-term study abroad options, such as travel courses or service trips, does our college/university offer? scholarships by searching the Web or skimming through general scholarship books.” r What scholarships are available for study abroad: Would a short-term study abroad be more 0 from our college/university? affordable? 0 from third-party providers for their programs? Year-long and semester-long programs are not the 0 from external sources for use worldwide or in a only way to gain experience abroad while in college. specific region/country? Of the 262,000 U.S. undergraduate and graduate students who studied abroad in 2009, well over

26 half (56 percent) did so through short-term travel experiences, according to the Institute of International Education. How Study Abroad Changed My Life This trend is particularly true for theatre students, for whom international summer programs and JOSEPH CARLSON winter-break experiences abound. According to Boyd, Third-year MFA student MTSU students can participate in theatre programs Virginia Commonwealth in England and other destinations, including Russia, University (VCU) Honduras and Ireland, during summer and winter Professional clown and actor breaks. Eric Nielsen, head of the dance program at Valdosta State University (VSU), in Valdosta, GA, DEGREE: notes that VSU offers an intensive five-week summer BFA, Theatre Performance, VCU program through the European Council (a study abroad consortium of public universities in Georgia), STUDY ABROAD: 2007: Three weeks in Belgrade, Ser- enabling theatre students to study in one of seven bia, studying physical story telling with countries: England, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, The Dah Theatre, through VCU Russia or China. These experiences tend to be significantly shorter, What is the most important thing you learned through study abroad? and therefore cheaper, than semester-long study To be a traveler, a guest; the wonder of being a stranger in a strange land; abroad. However, because these experiences tend to and the great thrill of embarking on an adventure across the world into a great come during breaks, mini-mesters, summer or other unknown that demands courage and an open heart. times when the college is not in regular session, the How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? trip costs and often the tuition costs are above and We traveled 5,000 miles to work with women dedicated to telling stories of beyond the student’s fall and spring semester costs. value to their homeland – stories that were capable of influencing, and did in Institutional scholarships often do exist to offset these fact influence, social change. That experience was one of many that aided me costs, though. Boyd, Nielsen and Gordon all note that in being able to define myself as a citizen artist, one that feels a responsibility in my community to create art that is evocative, vital and transformational. their institutions offer scholarships for their short- They were masters of their craft and helped me to recognize the innovative term international theatre programs. master teachers I was lucky enough to have, which in turn led to my decision Another consideration with these shorter-term to pursue an MFA in two specialized and innovative performance methods travel courses, according to Nielsen, is the difference – utilizing the methods of Ritual Poetic Drama within the African Continuum in cost efficiency, as well as other intangible benefits, and Archetypes for the Actor. depending on the length of stay. “The shorter-term programs often look more appealing with the lower fees, but the students are actually paying less per to save and/or fundraise.” day on the longer programs,” he points out. “I am Being creative should be no problem for performing an advocate for the longer program because it allows arts majors. Besides bake sales, yard sales and other students to really feel they are living in the country traditional fundraisers, MTSU has had success and allows them to more fully absorb a variety of utilizing the talents of its students as a fundraising cultural experiences.” tool. “On occasion,” notes Boyd, “we designate Still, regardless of the length of stay, these short- certain performances from our main stage season or term courses can provide a fulfilling alternative for our second stage season as box office monies for a those not ready or able to commit to a semester or certain study abroad trip.” year-long experience abroad. Another effort at creative fundraising takes How can you use your creativity to place at St. Edward’s where “faculty leaders of the fundraise? I-FEST program advise students on how to solicit a If a student researches all of the above avenues corporation to sponsor them.” According to Gordon: and finds that study abroad is still out of reach, there “In exchange for a sponsorship of $1,000 or greater, is a more pragmatic option. “[B]e creative and plan!” [the students] promote the corporation during the Casey encourages. “If funding for study abroad is a Festival Fringe [in Edinburgh].” concern, you may have to work during the summer Holmes of Campbellsville echoes the merits of

27 creativity and hard work, pointing to many students your degree. … Talk with people in the field you want who have worked summer jobs and weekends to to go into and see what they think about studying help pay for their study abroad experiences. He also abroad. Will it help your chances of finding a job? Or points to those who have successfully raised funds in is it learning and travel for its own sake that is the their community through churches, local businesses most important to you? Really think about it deeply, Website listing and even across the Internet, especially when service especially if your only way to accomplish it is by learning will play some role in the study abroad financing.” external experience. “For hands-on type programs where Undoubtedly there are many students who scholarships: assisting the host community in some way is the believe study abroad is indeed worth it, far more goal, there will always be people willing to help the than the under two percent who actually embark http://community. students to raise the money to make it happen.” on the opportunity. Thus, advisors should continue berea.edu/cie/ Is it worth the cost? to provide the sound and hopeful advice Casey abroad/ Regardless of how they finance study abroad, offers her students at Emory: “I advise students not students must do their own evaluation of what they to ‘assume’ they cannot afford to study abroad. … scholarships/ hope to gain from the experience and whether or not Planning is the key!” semester.php it will be worth it to them. By following this advice, perhaps more of those “Of course, I want as many students as possible to eager students who raise their hands at freshman go abroad,” Holmes says, “but I feel morally obligated orientation will see that they actually can afford to to talk with students about the effects of loan debt.” follow their passions overseas. As Holmes points Thus, Holmes encourages students to make sure out: “No one ever looks back and regrets studying study abroad fits in with their overall academic abroad.” n and career plan. “Do your homework and choose a Scott Crawford is director of the Global Community Center at program that offers courses that will count towards Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC.

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by George Hillow are available. For student groups, The Generator gets two thumbs up from me. One caution, though: If you London and New York share claim to being the need classroom space, you’ll have to fend for yourself. theatre capital of the world. Some will argue, myself I made arrangements with managers of coffee shops included, that London outshines New York as the and pubs to hold classes during non-peak hours. Lworld’s theatre mecca, largely because the public If a hostel doesn’t appeal to you, investigate avail- and private sectors tend to support theatre more in able dorm space at a London university or seek hotel the United Kingdom than in the United States. What referrals from a travel agent. can’t be argued, however, is that no theatre student’s GETTING AROUND TOWN education is complete until he or she has made a pil- For £25.80 you can buy a seven-day Travelcard grimage to both cities. This article will help students that allows unlimited access to the extensive and and faculty plan solo and group trips to London. convenient London Underground (aka The Tube) AIRFARE and to overland buses, many of which are still If you’re traveling by yourself or with one or two double-decker. Easy-to-read maps make both modes From Theatreland others, you might choose to “wing it” and check the simple to use, but ride the bus only when you’re not Internet for bargain flights, but if you’re planning in a hurry and just want to see the sights. London is to Shakespeare’s group travel, then advance booking is required. divided into travel zones. Travelcards are available Globe to Booking tickets directly might be less expensive than for all zones, but most theatres and the main tour- using a travel agent, but you will likely find that the ist attractions are in zones 1 and 2, so economize Speakers Corner, small mark-up an agent charges is well worth the by buying passes for these two zones only (www. you’ll find plenty convenience. Be advised, however, that if you book londontoolkit.com/briefing/travelcard_oyster.htm). to see in London, through a travel agent, only the travel agent can adjust However, getting to and from Heathrow from zones travel plans, as I discovered in May 2010 when the 1 and 2 will require buying an extension for £3.50. arguably the British Air cabin crew union went on strike and my Beyond the travel pass, comfortable walking shoes theatre capital of group had to reschedule its return flight. are a must. You’ll walk a lot. LODGING WHAT TO SEE AND DO the world. A great place to stay if you are taking students is Leicester Square and the West End: As Broadway The Generator Youth Hostel (www.generatorhostels. is to New York, the West End is the theatre center com/en/london) in Bloomsbury near the British of London. For tourism’s sake, London has created Museum. That’s where I stayed the last three times I something called Theatreland, which includes the led student groups to London. It’s a five-minute walk West End. Leicester Square is Theatreland’s virtual from the Russell Square tube stop, which is only three capital (www.officiallondontheatre.co.uk/london_ stops on the Piccadilly Line from Leicester Square, the shows/theatreland_map). heart of the West End. A further convenience of lodg- Leicester Square and environs are thronged with ing on the Piccadilly Line is that it connects directly venerable old theatres, pubs, restaurants and discount to Heathrow Airport, which simplifies group travel. ticket vendors. But avoid these commercial vendors The Generator is clean, inexpensive, convenient, and go to Leicester Square’s TKTS booth, which is safe and well-staffed. It is, however, a hostel, which comparable to New York’s half-priced TKTS booth in means it is a bare-bones experience. Don’t expect to Times Square but without the wait. It sits apart from ring for room service – there’s no phone in the room! the surrounding hurly-burly in a freestanding kiosk at Each room has a sink, but bathrooms and showers the bottom of Leicester Square. Daily updates clearly are down the hall. Included in the rate is a very basic list the shows for which sharply discounted tickets are continental breakfast, but reasonably priced full meals available. Unlike its New York counterpart, Leicester

30 How Study Abroad Changed My Life Trip to England

Square’s TKTS booth hardly ever has a wait of more than five minutes. At the kiosk, pick up a Theatreland map and guide. Updated weekly, it cross-lists show titles with about 60 theatres, 40 of which are in the West End and only a short walk from TKTS. Map insets give locations for dozens of venues beyond the West End, such as Shakespeare’s Globe, the Royal National Theatre, the Almeida and the Old Vic. Depending upon the length of your visit, consider buying advance-sale tickets only for those shows that you’re absolutely sure you want to see, then take LISA ROST-WELLING JO BUNNELL-THOMPSON potluck at the TKTS booth. All West End productions Actor and singer Freelance stage manager have an online group sales presence that is simple to Co-founder, Troika Theatre Co-founder, Troika Theatre access, and most offer attractive discounts, depending Company, London, England Company, London, England upon the size of your group. Deal directly with the theatre or the production company to save mark-up DEGREE: DEGREE: fees from ticket brokers. Wherever you purchase tick- BA, Theatre, Meredith College BA, Theatre, Meredith College ets, always get a confirmation number for each sale. Raleigh, NC Raleigh, NC And I prefer the safety of having the theatre hold the tickets at “Will Call” in the box office. STUDY ABROAD: STUDY ABROAD: Summer 2002: Italy, Switzerland Fall 2005: Semester in London, Covent Garden: Also on the Piccadilly Line, Cov- and England, through Meredith through program at Goldsmiths, ent Garden is a short walk from Leicester Square. College. University of London At one end stands St. Paul’s Church, where George Bernard Shaw introduced Eliza Doolittle to Professor What is the most important thing you learned through study abroad? Henry Higgins. The Royal Opera House and many Rost-Welling: I think the most important thing I learned was just how much I theatres are adjacent to Covent Garden. Most notable was capable of. I have no doubt that I would be a very different person now if among them is Theatre Royal Drury Lane, which has I hadn’t taken the chance to study abroad. Bunnell-Thompson: The theatre culture here is rich, engaging, provoking and stood and fallen on the same site four times since downright addictive. I guess the most important thing I learned was that I could the Restoration. Don’t miss its famously fun and be a part of it; the world I was idolizing was accessible to me. informative backstage tour given by actors in period costumes. Covent Garden itself is one of London’s How has study abroad helped or impacted your work? most popular tourist destinations. During the day, We’ve both had varied experiences working in London theatre, ranging from amazing street performers juggle knives and flaming off-off the West End, through fringe theatre, on up to the West End itself. Re- batons on cobblestoned streets, and buskers entertain turning here as residents, we knew we wanted to be a part of this industry, but in the evening. Covent Garden began as a market in doing so, we wanted to bring something new and different. We have recently center in the Middle Ages and it never quit. It still teamed up with a London musical director to form Troika Theatre Company and are currently in the initial stages of recruitment and establishing our objec- boasts fabulous open air markets, exotic boutiques, tives. Our principal focus is to showcase up-and-coming talent in a polished top-notch flea markets with bargains aplenty, and and professional atmosphere to industry professionals and the general public. countless restaurants and pubs for every budget. There’s a satisfying sense of belonging that you get when you look back to Beyond the West End: No theatre trip to London when you saw London for the first time, this impressive, imposing city full of is complete without seeing shows at Shakespeare’s history and experience, wondering how you’d ever take it all in, and to look at Globe and the Royal National Theatre. American it all now and think, “I’m a part of that.” actor Sam Wannamaker, father of actress Zoe, spear-

31 headed the drive to recreate the original Houses of Parliament, it will make you Paradise Found, co-directed by Hal Prince Globe as exactly as possible on the South wonder why we don’t have such a thing in and Susan Stroman and starring Mandy Bank of the Thames not far from where the the U.S. It includes three theatres, restau- Patinkin. But it’s off the beaten path; you original sat in the early 17th Century. The rants, bars and technical support spaces. have to go looking for it. physical space of the theatre sheds enor- Make sure to take the backstage tour of Beyond Performances: Aside from the mous dramaturgical light on Shakespeare’s this extraordinary facility and look at the theatre scene itself, London boasts superb own theatre, which was Wannamaker’s schedule of lectures, called Platform events. ancillary theatre resources. The Victoria & intent. I recommend attending matinees Generous funding from Travelex makes Albert Museum (V & A), which is perhaps in sunlight, which is how Shakespeare’s best-available seating available for only £10, the finest museum of decorative arts in the audience would have seen his work. Globe making the Royal National Theatre the best world, holds The Theatre Collection, which Education offers workshops for student deal in town. used to be housed in the now-defunct groups, and the Globe Underground is Fringe Theatre: Roughly equivalent to Theatre Museum in Covent Garden. Tours an extensive and comprehensive museum off- and off-off-Broadway, Fringe Theatre in of The Theatre Collection can be privately space well worth two hours of time. A fun London is more challenging to access than scheduled through the V & A. After our way to get to the Globe is to take the Tube its big brother in the West End. Performance tour, we held an outdoor lunchtime class to St. Paul’s Cathedral, then walk across runs are shorter and are less predictable, in the V & A’s courtyard buffet restaurant. the Thames on the pedestrians-only Mil- so buying tickets months in advance for a Another venerable London institution is lennium Bridge. As you cross the Thames, student group can be problematic, and the London Walks (www.walks.com). It has you’ll see the Tate Modern, a modern-art theatres are in more challenging locations. dozens of guided walks catering to diverse gallery converted from a power plant that But by all means investigate Fringe Theatre tastes. Theatre lovers should take The Oscar is well worth another two hours. (www.theatreguidelondon.co.uk/fringe. Wilde Walk, either by showing up at the A 20-minute amble up the Thames from htm). The Menier Chocolate Factory, for scheduled time and place or by booking a the Globe is the Royal National Theatre. instance, recently was profiled in the private walk at a time of your own choos- Not far from Westminster Abbey and the New York Times. In May 2010 it premiered ing. Make sure your guide is Alan, who

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32 brings Oscar Wilde to life with remarkable inflame the crowd. Some speakers are truly zest over the course of an invigorating two- gifted with insights worth considering; It all adds up: hour walk through Mayfair. most are merely entertaining crackpots. A nontheatrical tradition in London The tradition of Speakers Corner is that students of theatre will appreciate as unique to London. But it’s also just one improvisational political theatre is Speak- more example of what Samuel Johnson had ers Corner at Hyde Park Corner on Sunday in mind when he famously said, “No, Sir, mornings. Beginning about 11 a.m., speak- when a man is tired of London, he is tired ers of every ilk mount their soapboxes and of life; for there is in London all that life can ladders and harangue passersby about afford.” And that, of course, includes great every volatile subject under the sun. They theatre. n heckle and incite, they light their audience’s George Hillow, head of design at Christopher fuses with hyperbole, and they delight in Newport University in Virginia, has led numerous watching the shrapnel of their bombast student groups on study abroad trips to London.

10 Ways Study Abroad Gives a way to ’expand one’s horizons.’“ You a Jump on Your Career She notes that it provides an opportunity (Continued from Page 23) for in-depth intercultural communication, areas as well. “For students interested in providing students with an understand- theatre history and dramaturgy, study ing of other rituals, community practices abroad courses offer a refreshing change and cultural events. “I recommend study of the academic perspective,” Warner abroad as a learning experience that shows says. “Field studies uncover the human character and resolve in a student, in addi- side of each historical fact or classical text tion to the thirst for knowledge content that – the ‘little histories,’ traditions, legacies, one might study,” Carver says. extraordinary education contexts and emotive details that typically 1 0 Hands-on learning can bring aren’t found in data-packed books. The courses to life. opportunities for graduate school research Curtis notes that she took several trips are endless for any student who has abroad during graduate school. But she discovered that personal and emotional believes that beginning study abroad connection with the past. “ earlier would have been beneficial in her 9 Study abroad may help in work, due to the hands-on nature of study getting into graduate school. overseas. Study abroad demonstrates commit- “My only regret is that I did not take ment, discipline and curiosity about theatre these trips earlier in my academic career,” – and therefore it can raise the appeal of a she says. “I learned so much, but I wonder Dance 0 Design & Production 0Drama 0 Filmmaking 0 Music student applying to graduate programs, how much more beneficial it would have according to Heather Carver, director of been years earlier when I knew less? Would 1VZLWO7;PSMVYKKLHU graduate studies in the Department of theatre history courses have made more SCHOOL OF DESIGN & PRODUCTION UNDERGRADUATE & GRADUATE PROGRAMS Theatre at the University of Missouri. sense after I actually stood on the ground Scene Design Stage Automation “As a director of graduate studies in where the events I was studying had taken Sound Design Stage Properties theatre, I am very interested in students who place? Would I have had more ideas or Technical Direction Costume Technology Scenic Painting Wig and Makeup have added to their undergraduate education personal experiences to draw from as a Costume Design Stage Management through studying abroad, as they demon- designer? I think the answer would have Lighting Design Performing Arts and Technology Management strate motivation, responsibility and a keen been a definite yes.” n The University of North Carolina School of the Arts interest in interactive, hands-on, challeng- is an equal opportunity campus of the UNC system. ing learning endeavors – exactly the skills Tessa Carr is an assistant professor of 1533 S. Main Street Winston-Salem, NC 27127-2188 performing arts at Lees-McCrae College in necessary for success in a graduate program,” 336-770-3290 [email protected] Banner Elk, NC, and a member of the Southern www.uncsa.edu she says. “Studying abroad is more than just Theatre Editorial Board.

33 81&6$B6(7&B;LQGG 30 RESOURCES: Surfing For Study Abroad Programs

In addition to the study abroad programs offered through individual colleges and universities, you’ll find many more offered through nonprofit organizations, businesses and consortiums.

Finding these opportunities can require some time surfing the Internet, so here are some websites to help you get started:

Third-party providers Visit these websites and punch in your search criteria to find study abroad

! opportunities around the globe. SIT Study Abroad: www.sit.edu/studyabroad Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE): www.ciee.org Institute for the International Education of Students (IES Abroad): www.iesabroad.org CAPA International Education: www.capa.org (205) 665-6210 www.montevallo.edu/thea

Consortiums for study abroad Many states have consortiums that offer study abroad opportunities to member institutions’ students and often to other students as well. There also are regional consortiums, such as the Cooperative Consortium for Study Abroad at Belmont University in Nashville, TN, which offers study abroad programs and internships in English-speaking regions. It has 23 member institutions in Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota and Tennessee. Students from those member institutions – and other institutions as well – can find study abroad opportunities through CCSA: www.ccsa.cc.

Other sites that include study and work abroad opportunities Dance study and work abroad: www.danceeurope.net/site/lists/summersch.shtml Theatre ® Major collection of information on arts programs, both domestic and international: www.artslynx.org Mostly national opportunities, but some London work appears on the Theatre Communications Group’s job bank: www.tcg.org/artsearch/index.cfm Links for theatre jobs throughout the world: www.stagejobspro.com International Network for Contemporary Performing Arts: www.ietm.org Canadian Drama website: www.drama.ca Guide to theatre in London: www.londontheatre.co.uk International University Global Theatre Experience, which offers a list of short- term training events, both domestic and abroad: www.iugte.com

A sampling of overseas schools with study abroad opportunities Lecoq School (France): www.ecole-jacqueslecoq.com/index_uk.htm Dimitri School (Italy): www.teatrodimitri.ch/scuola/?lang=en ALABAMA’SPUBLICLIBERALARTSUNIVERSITYRhodopi International Theatre Laboratory (Bulgaria): www.rhodopi.org The Commedia School (Denmark): www.commediaschool.com - Amile Wilson BA/BFA degrees in ACTING • DIRECTING • DESIGN • MUSICAL THEATRE

34 WORDS, WORDS, WORDS. . . Editor: Scott Phillips

Words, words, words… [Hamlet II,ii] reviews books on theatre that have a connection to the Southeast or may be of special interest to SETC members. Scott Phillips, an associate professor at Auburn University, edits this regular column. If you have a book for review, please send to: SETC, Book et the Callback: The Art of Audition- Editor, P.O. Box 9868, Greensboro, NC 27429-0868. G ing for Musical Theatre by Jonathan Flom is a book you will want to read. Do Stage Money: The Business of the and a writer on theatre, and the fact that not borrow a copy from the library, nor Professional Theater the art is the reason for the money is never should you read your best friend’s copy. by Tim Donahue and Jim Patterson overlooked. Many theatre people eschew 2010, University of South Carolina Press Please do not stand in the book store and mathematics, money and legalisms as www.sc.edu/uscpress peruse the pages. You need to buy a copy somehow foreign to their art, but this Pages: 173 of this book. book demonstrates how central to theatre ISBN 978-1-57003-906-5 (hardcover) When you read this book, you should do art these seemingly dreary matters are, $49.95 so armed with a highlighter and a pencil. ISBN 978-1-57003-907-2 (paperback) and it does so in eminently readable, even You should write notes in the margins and $24.95 entertaining, form. In short, the eschewers underscore particularly inspiring and/or are the very people who most need to read pertinent passages. You may even want to by Philip G. Hill the book. have your own journal by your side so that I had thought for decades that I you can make notes and entries based on ull disclosure: I first read this book in understood as much about Broadway the information you will glean. manuscript and offered suggestions, producing as anyone without the actual F There are many books on auditioning. some of which its authors apparently have experience, but I learned much that I didn’t However, Jonathan Flom has put together adopted. On reading the published version, know before. I have been aware for decades one that stands out by creating a perfect I still find it intensely interesting and very of the increasing importance of the not-for- balance between the larger picture of the art valuable. profit professional theatre (NFP), but this and business of auditioning and the much Its authors describe Stage Money: book explores the symbiotic relationships The Business of Professional Theater as a among NFPs and Broadway and the Road “cynical book,” focusing on how play in truly enlightening ways. I thought I productions are financed in the U.S. in understood why ticket prices have inflated the early 21st Century. It is “not a how-to horrendously during my lifetime, while book on theater producing,” but a book on actors struggled to survive, but I didn’t “how theater is paid for.” To that end, the know the half of it. In short, I think Stage authors marshal a compelling array of Money has something important to offer statistics and production details with to everyone with a serious interest in the extraordinary completeness, at least in American theatre. respect to the Broadway theatre. Also One warning: The facts and figures included are statistics from the nation’s not- come, for the most part, from the first decade for-profit theatres, as well as some other of this century, and are supplemented commercial theatre activities. Although right up to the publication date. But the “Broadway” theatre can be definitively data will date quickly, as the authors identified, there is no generally agreed demonstrate by discussing the effects upon definition of “professional” theatre of the current recession and speculating outside of Broadway; the authors admit this about what recovery from that recession limitation and use sampling techniques to may entail. They offer their website (www. document the rest of their universe as fully stagemoney.net) as a source of more up- as they can. to-date statistics, but the book will almost One of the co-authors, Donahue, holds an certainly suffer as new facts cause the old MBA, and his expertise in legal structures, ones to appear dated. financial statistics and economic theory Read it now. n shapes the book. Donahue’s co-author is Philip G. Hill is professor emeritus of drama at an emeritus theatre professor, a director Furman University in Greenville, SC.

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Volume LI, Number 1, Winter 2010 Stellhorn, David Outside the Box: Design-Tech Solutions Burch, Steve 400 Words X-Brace Platforming: X Plus I Equals an Easier- When is a Strip ... a Strip? to-Install, Quieter Platform LI/1/2010/4 LI/3/2010/6-7 Koenig, Hardy The ABC’s of Degrees: Guthrie, H. Duke ... 5,6,7,8 Tips for Making It in Musical Theatre Which One Is Right for Your Career Plan from Titus Burgess LI/1/2010/7 LI/3/2010/8-13 Paolino, Ray From Classroom to Profession Thompson, David Dennis Wemm Honored with Suzanne Davis Internships, Apprenticeships Offer Opportunity to Award Learn on the Job, Connect with Employers LI/3/2010/14 LI/1/2010/8-17 Allen, Alice & 2010 SETC Young Scholar’s Award Winners Robinson, Mary LI/3/2010/18 2010 SETC College, University & Training Hillow, George Judith Malina Program Directory Keeping the Revolution Alive for a New LI/1/2010/D-1 - D-16 Generation Arts Entrepreneurs LI/3/2010/20-23, 31 Hardin, Chris Playwright Taps Power of Web to Create New Carr, Tessa Theatre for Social Change in the Classroom: Way of Marketing Plays Auburn Professor Uses Volunteer Work to Link LI/1/2010/20, 23 Civic Engagement, Playwriting Gillman, Denise Actress Uses Skills to Create Audio Tours for LI/3/2010/22-23 Museums, Other Sites Litsey, Diane Liz Lerman Encourages Artists to ... LI/1/2010/22-23 Look Beyond Traditional Stage Success, Hillow, George Broadway Props Master Finds Niche Renting Embrace Ideas from Other ‘Worlds’ Items for Film/TV, Print Media and Create Art that Truly Engages People LI/1/2010/24-25 LI/3/2010/24-30 Brown, Doug Designer Builds Business Working for Corporate, Carr, Tessa Skin Deep Troupe: Using Theatre for Social Church and Arts Clients Change on Campus LI/1/2010/26-27 LI/3/2010/30 Wilson, Amile Actor Finds Market for One-Man Show in Secore, Scott Words, Words, Words... Universities, French Classes Review of Fine on Acting: A Vision of the Craft LI/1/2010/28,31 by Howard Fine (with Chris Freeman) Mielke, Matthew Teacher-Performers Bring Equity Professional LI/3/2010/32 Theatre to Hometown LI/1/2010/30-31 Volume LI, Number 4, Fall 2010 Carr, Tessa Youth Theatre Director Partners with Business to Paolino, Ray 400 Words Educate Kids on Health Violate This! Tossing the Gauntlet Down to LI/1/2010/32, 35 Copyright Infringers Willis, Steve Spoken Word Poet Creates Buzz through LI/4/2010/4 Performances, Networking Menchinger, Brent Outside the Box: Design-Tech Solutions LI/1/2010/34-35 Rock Construction: Make Your Own Formable Fabric LI/4/2010/6-7 Volume LI, Number 2, Spring 2010 St. Peter, Richard Social Media Marketing Takes Center Stage LI/4/2010/8-19 Paolino, Ray 400 Words Wilson, Amile YouTube Previews: Videos Help ATL Reach Acting is CHEAP! Younger Audience LI/2/2010/4 LI/4/2010/9 Thonen, Jessica Outside the Box: Design-Tech Solutions Clark-Roland, Quiana Facebook Fundraising: LCT Raises Money, Faux Carved Wood: Profile with Chase Community Giving Take a Positive Approach for Great Green LI/4/2010/11 Results Wilson, Amile Contests: Alliance Theatre Invites Singers to LI/2/2010/6-7,31 Compete on YouTube Lapidus, Jerry Don’t Sign Yet! LI/4/2010/12 How to Negotiate a Professional Contract Allen, Alice High Schools: Paul Dunbar Involves Students in LI/2/2010/8-14, 31 Facebook Events Moore, Tracey Musical Theatre: LI/4/2010/14 Create a Hit with a Staged Reading Thompson, Deanna Social Media Onstage: Romeo and Juliet Are on LI/2/2010/16-22, 31 Facebook, Orlando Sends Tweets Kern, Kevin P. Schooled at Holman: LI/4/2010/16 What 10 Prisoners Taught Me About Balthrop, David Education: NYFA Turns Fans into Paying Students Shakespeare LI/4/2010/18 LI/2/2010/25-30 Qualls, Chris Words, Words, Words... 2010 Charles M. Getchell Award Review of The Art of Clowning Burch, Steve The Playwright: Alice Shen by Eli Simon Alice Shen Finds New Inspiration as a Playwright LI/2/2010/32 LI/4/2010/21-22 Shen, Alice The Play: ENTITLED by Alice Shen Volume LI, Number 3, Summer 2010 LI/4/2010/23-31 Balthrop, David 400 Words Koenig, Hardy Words, Words, Words... Want to Collaborate? Let’s Talk Review of Get the Callback: The Art of (and I Mean Talk, not Text!) Auditioning for Musical Theatre LI/3/2010/4 by Jonathan Flom LI/4/2010/32

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