UCLA vs EMERSON vs FORDHAM

theatrebear
Fri, 25 Mar 2011 04:46:23 +0000

My only concern for UCLA is that, at the information session (on the audition day) the director of theatre said that theatre in UCLA is heavily based on theory where you are required to constantly write essays. From what you have heard is this true? and if so, would there be a lot of practical work as well?
In addition, although I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Emerson and Fordham, I have never been to UCLA, so I don’t want to finalize my judgement just by experience. Although I like the fact that Emerson provides at BFA in acting, I’m also considering the location, reputation, image of the school in terms of acting (Fordham’s location is definitely a plus). I know UCLA is a well known/recognised school, how well known and popular is Emerson and Fordham for acting in America?