Stage Management

Program Overview

Our Master of Fine Arts in Theatre is a three-year program providing professional training through a personalized tutorial-based curriculum. Our program provides professional training for a career in stage management in the ever-evolving field of professional theatre in the United States.

Why choose this program?

Our program focuses on developing students for professional stage management employment through the study and practical application of solutions-based thinking and effective communication methods.

Our program provides professional training for a career in stage management in the ever-evolving field of professional theatre in the United States

What You'll Study

To complete the degree, successful completion of a minimum of 60 credit hours is required. The program is designed to be completed in three years. The program is highly individualized. Each student admitted will work with one primary advisor in a one-on-one studio environment over the three-year period.

Practical Application

Our program focuses on developing students for professional stage management employment through the study and practical application of solutions-based thinking and effective communication methods.

One-on-one studio, practical assignments

Each student admitted will work with a primary advisor in a one-on-one studio environment over the three-year period. Path of study is a combination of classroom and production assignments.

Coursework

Course topics can include:

Communication theory
Conflict resolution
Leadership styles and methods
Management strategies

I have gained an incredible amount of artistry, skill, and confidence through this program. The faculty, in particular Bob L. and Patty, challenged me to meet high expectations - - this is a great place to learn, fail, and learn some more.

- Amy Luce, 2014 M.F.A. in Stage Management

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Admissions Requirement

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Funding Opportunities

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