And this list for your consideration . . .

actor12
Sun, 08 Dec 2013 19:35:20 +0000

Okay, I’ll try.

It’s a BA in Drama with requirements, of course, but a lot of latitude in how you structure your schedule. Also, if you come in with AP’s or IB credit you free up much more space for extra electives. Those could be acting, dance, speech for theater, sound design, costumes, and so forth. There is a credit maximum but it can be bumped up if you have room in your schedule for more classes.
MT is by audition in so you audition and start in MT1 or MT2 which you can take 3 times before auditioning for the next level. Or you could move up sooner. Or not at all. the BFA audition happens after MT3. So it’s a risk if you’re a BFA or nothing person. of course at CSUF it’s works the other way. You could be cut. I prefer this.

Dance classes are through the school of dance or MT dance department which is new last year.

Freshman can be cast in mainstages. I’m not going to lie, it doesn’t happen to many but it happens. Everyone can audition. Additionally, there are tons of other productions on campus. Some led by student directors or MFA’s. So, no it’s not like what your describing. Students can also do off campus shows in the area.

On talent, I meant students but the faculty is amazing!

This program is really hard to explain because it is different and individual. I can see someone getting disgruntled because it only works if you are aggressive about getting what you need It’s a public school. But it’s awesome.