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The M.F.A. Acting Program at Southern Methodist University seeks to prepare serious, dedicated artists for a life in the profession. The curriculum combines broad-based and inclusive actor training with rehearsal and performance of classical, contemporary, ensemble-based and self-created works. Our unique relationship with the award winning Dallas Theater Center provides students with the ability to collaborate with artists of national and international stature. Actors that are able to respond to the changing landscape of our time are actors that are able to grow and sustain a life in the arts. SMU believes that artists must engage with the world around them. They will make work that inspires the audience, creates dialogue with their community and helps shape the new American theatre. The Course of Study The First Year focuses on the actor’s use of self under imaginary circumstances. Acting, Voice/Speech, and Movement classes work together to identify and redirect habitual behaviors, release imagination, and structure a foundational technique. Students participate in two faculty-directed Graduate Projects; in addition, mainstage casting begins in the second semester. Starting in their first year, graduate students audition for casting directors from regional theatres, Shakespeare festivals and summer theatres who are brought to campus from across the country. The Second Year extends the development of technique through immersion in classical texts. Acting Studio focuses on Shakespeare, then moves on to other classical authors. Voice/Speech training expands the actor's receptivity and range for the demands of heightened text. Movement compliments classical text work with period styles, commedia and character mask, and European clown. Finally, the actor’s spirit of play is challenged and developed through In Play and Improvisation modules. In addition to mainstage casting, graduate students create two self-directed pieces- one solo and one ensemble based. In their Third Year, actors take on the challenges of Ibsen, Chekhov and less realistic playwrights such as Samuel Beckett and Suzan-Lori Parks. Students take part in professional workshops with agents and casting directors who are flown to Dallas from New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. In addition, actors create an Online Showcase, and are flown to New York City to perform a showcase of scenes for agents, casting directors and industry professionals.
Program overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Study Level
Masters
The M.F.A. Acting Program at Southern Methodist University seeks to prepare serious, dedicated artists for a life in the profession. The curriculum combines broad-based and inclusive actor training with rehearsal and performance of classical, contemporary, ensemble-based and self-created works. Our unique relationship with the award winning Dallas Theater Center provides students with the ability to collaborate with artists of national and international stature. Actors that are able to respond to the changing landscape of our time are actors that are able to grow and sustain a life in the arts. SMU believes that artists must engage with the world around them. They will make work that inspires the audience, creates dialogue with their community and helps shape the new American theatre. The Course of Study The First Year focuses on the actor’s use of self under imaginary circumstances. Acting, Voice/Speech, and Movement classes work together to identify and redirect habitual behaviors, release imagination, and structure a foundational technique. Students participate in two faculty-directed Graduate Projects; in addition, mainstage casting begins in the second semester. Starting in their first year, graduate students audition for casting directors from regional theatres, Shakespeare festivals and summer theatres who are brought to campus from across the country. The Second Year extends the development of technique through immersion in classical texts. Acting Studio focuses on Shakespeare, then moves on to other classical authors. Voice/Speech training expands the actor's receptivity and range for the demands of heightened text. Movement compliments classical text work with period styles, commedia and character mask, and European clown. Finally, the actor’s spirit of play is challenged and developed through In Play and Improvisation modules. In addition to mainstage casting, graduate students create two self-directed pieces- one solo and one ensemble based. In their Third Year, actors take on the challenges of Ibsen, Chekhov and less realistic playwrights such as Samuel Beckett and Suzan-Lori Parks. Students take part in professional workshops with agents and casting directors who are flown to Dallas from New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. In addition, actors create an Online Showcase, and are flown to New York City to perform a showcase of scenes for agents, casting directors and industry professionals.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
SMU is a private, comprehensive university offering 123 undergraduate degrees and 127 graduate and professional degrees, including 23 doctorates.
The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through seven schools. The learning environment includes opportunities for research, community service, internships, mentoring and study abroad.
SMU is a private, comprehensive university offering 123 undergraduate degrees and 127 graduate and professional degrees, including 23 doctorates.
The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through seven schools. The learning environment includes opportunities for research, community service, internships, mentoring and study abroad.
Master of Fine Arts in Acting
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, United States
24 monthsProgram duration
Performing ArtsMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Study Level
Masters
Program overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Study Level
Masters
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Tuition fee and scholarships
Scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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SMU is a private, comprehensive university offering 123 undergraduate degrees and 127 graduate and professional degrees, including 23 doctorates.
The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through seven schools. The learning environment includes opportunities for research, community service, internships, mentoring and study abroad.
Arts and Humanities (6)
B.A. in Art
B.A. in Art History
B.A. in English
B.A. in Environmental Engineering Specialization
B.A. in Foreign Language - French
B.A. in Foreign Language - German
B.A. in Foreign Language - Spanish
B.A. in History
B.A. in Philosophy
B.S. in Environmental Engineering - Premedical Specialization
B.S. in Environmental Engineering Specialization
BS in Environmental Engineering
Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Media
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Media Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre with a Specialization in Acting
Bachelor of Music - Major in Brass and Woodwind Instruments
Bachelor of Music - Major in Guitar Performance
Bachelor of Music - Major in Organ Performance
Bachelor of Music - Major in Percussion Performance
Bachelor of Music - Major in Piano Performance
Bachelor of Music - Major in String Instruments
Bachelor of Music - Major in Voice Performance
Bachelor of Music in Composition
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering/Bachelor of Science with A Major In Mathematic
Business and Management (6)
B.A. in Advertising - Strategic Brand Management Specialization
B.A. in Advertising - creative specialization
B.A. in Markets and Culture
BS Management Science BS Mathematics Dual Degree
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration With a Major in Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Finance
Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in General Business
Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Management
Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Marketing
Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Real Estate Finance
Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Risk Management and Insurance
Bachelor of Science with a Major in Management Science
Engineering and Technology (6)
B.A. in Civil Engineering Specialization
B.A. in Computer Science and Computer Engineering Specialization
B.A. in Engineering Specialization
B.S. in Civil Engineering
B.S. in Civil Engineering Specialization
B.S. in Computer Science and Computer Engineering Specialization
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - BS Math Dual Degrees
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - BS Physics Dual Degrees
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - Bio-Medical Engineering Specialization
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - Communications and Signal Processing Specialization
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - Computer Engineering Specialization
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - Engineering Leadership Specialization
B.S. in Electrical Engineering - Microelectronics and Photonics Specialization
B.S. in Electrical Engineering- BS Math Dual Degrees
B.S. in Engineering Specialization
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering - Engineering Management and Entrepreneurship Specialization
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering - Premedical/Biomedical Specialization
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering - Premedical/Biomedical Specialization
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and B.S. in Mathematics
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and B.S. in Physics
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Business Administration
BA in Computer Science
BA., Computer Science
BS Civil Engineering
BS Computer Science
BS in Computer Science - Pre-Med
BS., Computer Science
BS., Computer Science Pre-Medical Spec.
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Science with a Major in Mathematics (Dual Degrees)
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Bachelor of Science with a Major in Physics
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Physics
Bachelor of Science, Management Science (BSMS)
Bs in Electrical Engineering - Bio-Medical Engineering Specialization
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
B.A. in Anthropology
B.A. in Biological Sciences
B.A. in Psychology
B.S. in Anthropology
B.S. in Biological Sciences
Natural Sciences (6)
B.A. in Geology
B.A. in Numerical Mathematics Specialization
B.A. in Operations Research Specialization
B.A. in Pure Mathematics Specialization
B.S. in Environmental Engineering
B.S. in Environmental Geology
B.S. in Environmental Science
B.S. in Environmental Science- Premedical Specialization
B.S. in Geology
B.S. in Geophysics
B.S. in Numerical Mathematics Specialization
B.S. in Operations Research Specialization
B.S. in Pure Mathematics Specialization
B.S. in Statistical Science
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
Bachelor of Science in Physics
Social Sciences and Management (6)
B.A. in Advertising - Digital Media Strategy
B.A. in Economics
B.A. in Political Science
B.A. in Religious Studies
B.A. in Sociology
B.S. in Economics
B.S. in Economics - Finance Applications
B.S. in Sociology
Bachelor of Arts in English with a Creative Writing Specialization
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
SMU is a private, comprehensive university offering 123 undergraduate degrees and 127 graduate and professional degrees, including 23 doctorates.
The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through seven schools. The learning environment includes opportunities for research, community service, internships, mentoring and study abroad.
Arts and Humanities (7)
Master of Arts Program in English Literature
Master of Arts in Art History
Master of Fine Arts
Master of Fine Arts in Acting
Master of Fine Arts in Design
Master of Music in Composition
Master of Music in Music Education
Master of Music in Music History
Master of Music in Performance - Harpsichord
Master of Music in Performance - Orchestral Instrument
Master of Music in Performance - Organ
Master of Music in Performance - Piano
Master of Music in Performance - Voice
Master of Music in Piano Performance and Pedagogy
Master of Science in Applied Science
Master of Science in Environmental Engineering
Business and Management (7)
Master of Arts in Dispute Resolution
Engineering and Technology (7)
M.S in Civil Engineering with Emphasis in Structural Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Civil Engineering with Emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering with Emphasis in Transportation Systems
M.S. in Datacenter Systems Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Environmental Engineering
M.S. in Environmental Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering + MBA
M.S. with a Major in Datacenter Systems Engineering
M.S. with a Major in Manufacturing Systems Management
M.S. with a Major in Telecommunications and Network Engineering
M.S. with a Major in Telecommunications and Network Engineering + MBA
Master of Arts in Design and Innovation
Master of Arts in Design and Innovation
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Master of Science in Computer Science
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering - Telecommunications and Network Engineering
Master of Science in Engineering Entrepreneurship (MSEN)
Master of Science in Engineering Management
Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)
Master of Science in Information Engineering and Management
Master of Science in Information Engineering and Management (MSIEM)
Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Management
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science in Software Engineering
Master of Science in Systems Engineering
Master of Science: Systems Engineering (MSSE)
Life Sciences and Medicine (7)
Master of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology
Natural Sciences (7)
M.A. with major in Sustainability and Development
Master of Arts with a Major in Sustainability and Development
Master of Science in Environmental Science
Master of Science in Geological Sciences
Master of Science in Operations Research
Others (7)
DE., Software Engineering
Doctor of Engineering, in Engineering Management (DEEM)
Environmental Health and Compliance
Global and Sustainable Development
M.A. in Design and Innovation (MADI)
M.A. with major in Sustainability and Development
M.S. in Applied Science
M.S. in Civil Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Construction Management
M.S. in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Transportation Systems
M.S. in Datacenter Systems Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Environmental Engineering
M.S. in Environmental Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering + MBA
M.S. with a Major in Datacenter Systems Engineering
M.S. with a Major in Manufacturing Systems Management
M.S. with a Major in Telecommunications and Network Engineering
M.S. with a Major in Telecommunications and Network Engineering + MBA
MS., Computer Science
MS., Computer Science + MBA
MS., Security Engineering
MS., Software Engineering
MS., Software Engineering + MBA
Master of Laws in Taxation
Master of Science in Engineering Entrepreneurship (MSEN)
Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)
Master of Science in Information Engineering and Management (MSIEM)
Master of Science, maj: Operations Research (MSOR)
Master of Science, maj: Operations Research (MSOR) + MBA
Master of Science, maj: Systems Engineering (MSSE)
Ph. D., Computer Science
Ph.D in Applied Science
Ph.D with major in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D. with a Major in Electrical Engineering
Ph.D., Operations Research (PhD OR)
Smart and Resilient Infrastructure
Social Sciences and Management (7)
Master of Arts in Economics
Master of Arts in Law and Economics
Master of Arts in Religious Studies
Master of Laws
Master of Laws for Foreign Law School Graduates
Master of Music in Theory Pedagogy
Master of Science in Security Engineering
Master of Science: Operations Research (MSOR)
Master of Science: Operations Research (MSOR) + MBA
Others (1)
Executive MBA
Social Sciences and Management (1)
Doctor of Ministry Program