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theatermom · 07-20-2005, 09:52 AM

Alwaysamom,

I couldn't agree more about the fact that there will always be people who love a show just as much as others are disappointed in it. My point in posting my observations of the training offered at Steinhardt and Tisch are simply to share what we've learned in an attempt to help others assess which programs might meet better their individual needs and preferences. As you noted, neither Tisch nor Steinhardt are recognized as providing as balanced an emphasis on all three disciplines as perhaps some of the other programs that have been discussed here. Vocal training at Tisch is often cited as being less strong than its acting (Tisch students do not have access to NYU voice or music faculty), while Steinhardt, while offering superior music and vocal training doesn't offer (or pretend to offer) the amazing acting training afforded to Tisch students. But this is all nit picking, like arguing the difference between a GPA of 3.9 and 4, as both programs are demonstrably capable of turning out some of the brightest talents in the business. And of course, given the quality and reputation of these programs and the odds of admission anywhere, students should feel enormously proud to be accepted at either of these programs.

07-20-2005, 09:52 AM	#45
theatermom Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Philadelphia Threads: 14 Posts: 621	Tisch vs Steinhardt redux Alwaysamom, I couldn't agree more about the fact that there will always be people who love a show just as much as others are disappointed in it. My point in posting my observations of the training offered at Steinhardt and Tisch are simply to share what we've learned in an attempt to help others assess which programs might meet better their individual needs and preferences. As you noted, neither Tisch nor Steinhardt are recognized as providing as balanced an emphasis on all three disciplines as perhaps some of the other programs that have been discussed here. Vocal training at Tisch is often cited as being less strong than its acting (Tisch students do not have access to NYU voice or music faculty), while Steinhardt, while offering superior music and vocal training doesn't offer (or pretend to offer) the amazing acting training afforded to Tisch students. But this is all nit picking, like arguing the difference between a GPA of 3.9 and 4, as both programs are demonstrably capable of turning out some of the brightest talents in the business. And of course, given the quality and reputation of these programs and the odds of admission anywhere, students should feel enormously proud to be accepted at either of these programs.