Dear Teacher:
Welcome to Educational Theatre at NYU. Now in our 53rd year, our award-winning program is dedicated to developing the next generation of theatre artists and educators for careers in schools, cultural institutions, and various community settings. We have a long and established track record of producing the most innovative theatre educators in New York State and beyond.
Our undergraduate, masters and doctoral students develop their artistic praxis in traditional and non-traditional performance spaces, and they learn how to apply their craft in educational and outreach sites. Students study with notable theatre educators from New York and the world. They learn about the transformative power of theatre, and how to implement and evaluate dynamic theatre arts programs.
At NYU Steinhardt's Educational Theatre program, you have access to:
- Greenwich Village and New York City, the cultural capital of the world
- Carefully supervised teaching placements and internships in New York's finest schools and cultural institutions
- study abroad programs with the world's greatest innovators
- numerous opportunities to develop your skills in such core areas as drama education, theatre for young audiences, play production, and applied theatre
- an internationally renowned and dedicated faculty
- a comprehensive and balanced curriculum in theatre art and pedagogy
- a richly diverse and multicultural community committed to social justice
All of these opportunities take full advantage of a warm and collegial Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions that promotes the development of a grounded aesthetic and permits program electives in numerous disciplines across the University, including drama therapy, musical theatre, and performance studies.
To speak to us personally, or to arrange a visit, please contact our office at ed.theatre@nyu.edu or 212 998 5868.
Director
Program in Educational Theatre