Studies in Musical Theater

[Devoted MTP]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 7:51am

Hi guys!!!
I just registered. I'm a little bit confused. I want to study musical theater. I just graduated from Marketing Comunication department but my dream is to become a musical theater performer. Does anyone of you know good programs either BFA or MFA? I'm an international student and i want mainly to go to New York or Boston in order to be close to any school that offers seminars or workshops. I heard that there are also some private schools that are good......any idea????

[ChristineDaae87]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 6:46pm

Try the Boston Conservatory. They have a BFA or MFA program in Musical Theatre.
NYU Steinhardt School of Education also has a musical theatre program.

You could also try Philadelphia or Chicago. Both of those have thriving theatre communities and I am positive that University of the Arts in Philadelphia has a musical theatre program and there are many schools just outside Philly that have great programs as well.

Good Luck in your search!

[SharpCookies]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 8:58pm

Anyone know any Musical Theatre studies/programs/whatever that are near the Maine border? I live in Canada, but I live quite close to the Maine border so I'd be able to get their easier. And I also appreciate the list you came up with Christine. I may look into some of those too. (Of course, my talent to get in such a thing is questionable... xD)

[Devoted MTP]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 9:08pm

Thank you.Hey don't be disappointed! you should try....i don't know any in Canada..sorry..you should come also to NY

[SharpCookies]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 9:17pm

Well, there is this famous one in British Columbia, but it's very very far away. It would be easier to go to NYC than there. XD I am just afraid I wouldn't be able to afford an apartment.

[Devoted MTP]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 9:26pm

OH MY GOD!!! i know. i have finncial problem too...i hope i'll get scolarship and a dorm otherwise it will be very difficult for me to go but i don't know this is my dream so i;ll fight for it...you could find roomate....that's what i'm thinking too...however it is risky but don't worry u'll find a way....

[SharpCookies]

Posted: 7/11/09 at 10:22pm

Thanks for the support. I'm only going in grade 11 this September but I'm looking into stuff now just to be prepared, y'know?

[Devoted MTP]

Posted: 7/12/09 at 6:49am

you're welcome. You have to be prepared..do whatever you such such as ance music or theater and try to participte in as much performances as you can. It is very important. The competition is hard..so, be prepared.