Professional Theatre Training Program
Master of Fine Arts Conservatory
The current PTTP Class of 2011 has been chosen. The admission process for the next PTTP class will begin in the fall of 2011. For further information, contact ud-pttp@udel.edu.
Students pursue training in one of three curricular areas of specialization: Acting, Stage Management, or Technical Production. Each curriculum is skill-oriented, emphasizing rigorous training in the craft areas appropriate to the specialization being pursued. Each curriculum is specifically designed to provide the skills, experiences, opportunities, and professional contacts necessary for a successful career in the professional theatre.
Students participate in a prescribed program of conservatory classes and production experiences particularly designed for their curricular area of specialization (i.e., Acting, Stage Management, or Technical Production) and continue working with one another throughout the three years of training. While each student works exclusively within her or his curricular area of specialization, the context is always that of theatremaking, and that context is senior to any specialization. The PTTP features an emphasis on collaboration and teamwork.
Acting
The Acting curriculum combines rigorous studio classwork with extensive rehearsal and performance experience to develop a multitude of skills.
Stage Management
The Stage Management curriculum is designed to prepare the talented and committed student for a professional career as an AEA Stage Manager through a unique combination of production experience and course work.
Technical Production
The Technical Production curriculum prepares students for careers in professional theatre as one or more of the following: technical director, property master, master electrician, audio engineer, and/or shop supervisor.
Faculty & Guest Artists
The Professional Theatre Training Program faculty is composed of leading experts in specific areas of training who are also experienced professional theatre artists.