NOTE: We are recruiting now for a new class for entrance in fall 2008.
LSU's successful and highly regarded professional actor training program is called the Resident Ensemble. Every other year a group of talented and dedicated actors are chosen for the Ensemble. The three-year program has a conservatory approach, combining intensive classroom training with rehearsal and performance in varying kinds of productions that exercise the actor's ability to perform many roles. The program is not considered a collection of courses, but, rather, an approach to building a career in professional theatre, television, and film. The many hours of continuous training in acting, movement, and voice, require a high degree of stamina, dedication, discipline, and maturity, in addition to talent.
In just the past year, recent graduates of the M.F.A. program have appeared on and off Broadway, in major motion pictures, in recurring roles on network television, and in regional theatres across the country.
Requirements for Admission (Acting):
Applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree, three letters of recommendation, and an audition/interview with the M.F.A. Acting faculty. GRE scores are not required for admission. Graduate assistantships and fellowships are available.
Requirements for Graduation (Acting):
1. Three consecutive years of residency
2. 71 graduate credit hours exclusive of thesis credit
3. Minimum of six credit hours in THTR 8000 (thesis research)
4. Written thesis.
Theatre Technology and Design
LSU’s M.F.A. in Theatre: Specialization in Costume Technology and Design provides a solid foundation of costume construction techniques in addition to design and rendering skills. Classroom instruction is complimented by hands-on experience in a variety of areas including draping, flat patterning, millinery, crafts, tailoring, etc. All students will undertake production positions on LSU Mainstage and Swine Palace productions. Teaching, Design and Shop Manager opportunities are available to the qualified student.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to the Graduate School at LSU. In addition to the Graduate School’s on-line application, all applicants must submit a letter of intent, resume, three letters of recommendation, and representative portfolio on CD or online website. An interview is required of all applicants.
All applicants will be evaluated based on evidence of academic achievement and artistic promise, as indicated by grade point average, portfolio review, letters of recommendation, and, where applicable, TOEFL scores.
Requirements for Graduation:
1. Three consecutive years of residency
2. 66 graduate credit hours
3. Six credit hours in THTR 8000 (thesis research)
4. Written thesis, project, and oral defense of work
The LSU Department of Theatre is proud to be one of the few departments in the country to offer the M.F.A. in Theatre: Specialization in Properties Technology. The course of study includes a detailed examination of the many and varied items considered properties, and different techniques and materials that can be used to create them. The intention of this course of study is to develop advanced skills in woodworking, metalworking, paper-mâché, mold making & casting, foam carving, upholstery, and sewing. The curriculum is augmented with classes in scenic and costume design, painting for the theatre, CAD, and dramaturgy. All students will undertake production positions on LSU Mainstage and Swine Palace productions. Teaching, Design and management opportunities exist for the qualified student.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to the Graduate School at LSU. In addition to the Graduate School’s on-line application, all applicants must submit a letter of intent, resume, three letters of recommendation, and representative portfolio on CD or online website. An interview is required of all applicants.
All applicants will be evaluated based on evidence of academic achievement and artistic promise, as indicated by grade point average, portfolio review, letters of recommendation, and, where applicable, TOEFL scores.
Requirements for Graduation:
1. Three consecutive years of residency
2. 66 graduate credit hours
3. Six credit hours in THTR 8000 (thesis research)
4. Written thesis, project, and oral defense of work
Scenic Technology and Design |
The M.F.A. in Theatre: Specialization in Scenic Technology and Design prepares the theatre artisan to undertake positions with a wide scope of responsibility. The intention of the course of study is to develop skills in scenic technology and design especially in the areas of structural analysis and design, entertainment rigging, theatre machinery and automation, set and lighting design, and theatre safety. In addition, the student will be required to complete advanced foundation courses in other production areas of theatre. All students will undertake production positions on LSU Mainstage and Swine Palace productions. Teaching, Design and management opportunities exist for the qualified student.
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to the Graduate School at LSU. In addition to the Graduate School’s on-line application, all applicants must submit a letter of intent, resume, three letters of recommendation, and representative portfolio on CD or online website. An interview is required of all applicants.
All applicants will be evaluated based on evidence of academic achievement and artistic promise, as indicated by grade point average, GRE scores, portfolio review, letters of recommendation, and, where applicable, TOEFL scores.
Requirement for Graduation
1. Three consecutive years of residency
2. 66 graduate credit hours
3. Six credit hours in THTR 8000 (thesis research)
4. Written thesis, project, and oral defense of work
