Acting

The M.F.A. Acting curriculum at Penn State is a three-year, year round program that features process oriented actor training, extensive work in Shakespeare, and exciting preparation for the profession. Learn more...

Design and Technology

Students in design (scenic, costume) and technology (costume, scenic) have, as a common academic core, background and enrichment courses in theatre literature and production. Learn more...

Directing

The School of Theatre at Penn State offers graduate training in directing for the musical theatre stage. This unique Master of Fine Arts degree program combines traditional director training with the special tools needed for directing in the professional musical theatre. Learn more...

Music Directing for Musical Theatre

This program features practical training in all the skills specifically required to pursue a career as a professional music director.Learn more...

Voice Pedagogy for Musical Theatre

The successful candidate for this degree will already possess strong vocal and musical background, some degree of experience in teaching and performing, and above all a passion for musical theatre as an art form. Learn more...

London Program

During the summer following the first year in residence, all graduate students in theatre spend a five week summer session studying in London. Learn more...

Assistantships

Penn State provides complete financial support for each graduate student. Learn more...

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