Applied Theatre Arts

University of Southern California

United States of America, Los Angeles

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University of Southern California

United States of America , Los Angeles

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 22-Aug-2022

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Duration 24 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 59,260 / year

Apply Date 22-Aug-2022

Applied Theatre Arts

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Overview The graduating student of the Applied Theatre Arts MA program offered at the University of Southern California is trained to become a cultural field worker in the practice of theatre arts applied to the areas of educational, therapeutic and socio-political community-based transformation. The range of proficiency typically required of a graduating M.A. student in Applied Theatre Arts includes:Developing a basic knowledge in the fundamental artistic skills of theatre practice of acting, directing and playwriting as applied in a community-based setting.Developing a critical cultural literacy that places the work of Applied Theatre Arts in the context of its community partnerships, particularly relative to issues of oppression based on class, race, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economics, and religious, ethnic or national identity.Developing practical skills for the cultural fieldworker through experiential practice with community internship partners, with a particular attention to Theatre and Therapy, Theatre in Education and Theatre for Social Change.Exhibiting the capacity to apply critical theory, particularly post-colonial theory, to community-based theatre practice through Participatory Action Research.Exhibiting a proficiency in the philosophy, methodology and practice of Theatre of the Oppressed.Showing agency with the management of all aspects of community-based theatre work, from initial community meetings to the rehearsal and implementation of community-based theatre projects.Increasing awareness of the global field of Applied Theatre through participation in a foreign externship. I want to find another Master Course

The Applied Theatre Arts MA program offered at the University of Southern California School of Dramatic Arts invites community-based artists, educators, therapists, social workers and political activists to explore how theatre can be applied to non-traditional theatrical settings through a rigorous one year and one summer course of study.

Disciplines

Liberal Arts

Theatre & Dance

Creative Writing

Requirements

Other Requirements

1 : Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Your resume should include any and all performance activities.Video or photos of a theatrical performance you have been in, directed or designed.Three (3) letters of recommendationNon-refundable fee of $20Submit TranscriptsSubmit GRE score