Sarah Lawrence’s unusual interdisciplinary approach encourages each student to design an individual course of study, drawing from opportunities in acting, the Alexander Technique, directing, playwriting, puppetry, theatre history, design, and outreach. Together, these studies build a broad foundation in theatre and inform one another. As an extension of this philosophy, students are also permitted to enroll in classes in music and dance. Students are encouraged to develop original works and have access to several on-campus performance venues, including the entirely student-run DownStage Company. Sarah Lawrence’s graduate theatre students have found internships at theatres, casting and production offices, and other theatrical organizations across New York City, with a variety of posts and/or assistantships in areas such as design, marketing, directing, and casting.
Graduate Profiles
When Rob Decina '94 auditions actors for Guiding Light, he draws on his varied experience as a theatre artist.
Theatre Outreach
This training program uses music, writing, theatre techniques and the visual arts to address social and community issues. Grounded in a two-hour weekly core class, the program sends students into the community, merging the skills of the artist with the needs of society.
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Apply to the Theatre Program
The application deadline for admission to the Theatre graduate program is January 1.