KatMT

All the info above is correct... accept that the degrees at SU are a BFA or a BS (ironic... but actually is stands for Bachelor of Science)... however, basically at the sophomore evaluation point the decision is made who will be able to advance into advanced acting classes and who will not... all may remain as majors in the program and continue to audition for productions Students who do not pass on their first try are given a second chance, but this is something that is important to understand and to discuss with the dept.

Blowinenthewind

Thanks for the info anyone have info on Florida State's rep and sophomore cuts.

Blowinenthewind

id also like to here more about what people think of Emerson

deenierah

i actually visited today-- i was really impressed. as a whole, the school looks to me to be a great place if you know what you want to do (if you're sure about theatre), but if you're not positive, the options are more limited than some other places (if you had a change of heart and wanted to study, say, psychology or literature, they don't offer some of that stuff). but the majors they do have, they're very good at-- by the end of the tour, i wanted to do them all (film, journalism, everything)! it's an amazing location, everything is gorgeous/state-of-the-art, and it's on my list now.

briansteffy

Is anyone going to a pre-college theater program? We are comparing acceptances, but would love to get CCer input. Some of you have given thumbs up to BU and NCSA. Anybody applying or know anything about Rutgers and Flying Swan (new, at Wesleyan). Applied to all four and have recieved two thumbs-up so far.

twentytwo

Rutgers is amazing training -- especially the acting classes. Also, you get to go to NYC on the weekends at Rutgers! The only thing is there is not any time to do independent exploring. When I went in 2005, they kept tabs on us the whole time.

I've also done NCSA, great training as well. Training wise, I couldn't say which summer program was better. Either way, you'll enjoy yourself!

briansteffy

follow-up. My S's acting coach is Meisner, Meisner, Meisner. Rutgers is also Meisner. I was thinking that an introduction to another style might serve him well. Perhaps not. Anyone know what the approach at BU is (summer theater institute).

deenierah

I'm off to Tisch ETW for this summer!

dancersmom

Blowinthewind,

You may find the information in the Florida State School of Theatre undergraduate handbook to be helpful. You can read about BFA acting juries on pages 17 and 18 at this link: http://www.theatre.fsu.edu/pages/und...6_Handbook.pdf

FSU does not have mandated sophomore year cuts as some schools do. DePaul comes to mind. Generally, BFA students who are attending class, keeping up their grades, and are working hard to improve their performance skills will graduate. The school does not arbitrarily elect to winnow out half of each class. As in all highly regarded BFA programs, there is a certain amount of attrition. Some students decide that the rigors of a BFA program are not for them. Others decided that they would "fit" better at another school. However, as I said before, FSU is NOT a cut program.

The School of Theatre is highly regarded. The graduate programs are considered among the top in the nation. The BFA MT program is quite prestigious and is considered to be one of the more difficult programs to which to gain admission. The BFA acting program is also highly competitive and is well regarded.

As of this year, seniors in the BFA Acting and MT programs will showcase in both New York and Los Angeles. Juniors are given the opportunity to apply to the School of Theatre's semester-long London Theatre Experience. Students live and study in London during the fall semester of their junior year. Classes are taught by British theatre professionals. The London Experience is a wonderful learning opportunity. My own D participated this past fall.

You may want to direct quesitons about FSU's programs to All4FSU. She posts regularly at CC. She is the director of Students Services for the SOT. She's the authority on policies at the school here at CC. I am a mere mother of a student.

TheTech

I've painstakingly gone through each page of part 8, 9, and 10 of this thread, but I can't find a broad enough question asked to get the answer I have been looking for. Due to that fact I'm am forced to pose this question my self. I've read so much about acting, but I'm wondering what schools have some of the best technical programs? I'm looking to find a place where I can come out of it and go in to technical direction. I don't know if this will get answered, seeing as not many tech questions have been asked, but it is worth a shot. Thank you all.

NotMamaRose

Briansteffy, from what I hear, the NCSA summer acting program is top notch, as if (of course) there college-level program during the rest of the year! If you can get in touch with WallyWorld, he may be able to tell you about his kid's experiences at NCSA last summer. I recall him telling me that she had a great time and thought the training was just great. There is no question that NCSA is one of the best acting schools in the country. Of course, NCSA does not require an audition for admission to its summer session, which means that they will no doubt end up with kids with a wide range of abilities, talents and experiences. (That's the case, obviously, with all non audition summer programs.)

deenierah

I really don't know much about tech, but I hear good things about DePaul-- we have a really strong tech theatre program at my school and one of our previous TDs is there now. I have a friend currently trying to decide between NCSA and Ithaca for tech as well.

ElliottsMom

There is a thread on the Musical Theatre forum that is titled Tech Acceptances or something like that. It is for the techies to post where they were accepted to. Perhaps if you place your post there you'll get some perspectives from parents/students more knowledgable.

Lisa G

can't find the "final decision list" thread...anyone help an inept computer person?

RenoSweeneyTodd

Hi, I'm in the process of transferring out of NYU (Experimental Theatre Wing), and I'm looking for a BA program at a small, liberal arts school that has an experimental, avant-garde, or dance heavy curriculum. Any ideas?

(feel free to message me with questions regarding my experience at NYU)