Program Overview
The Hartt Actor Training program cultivates students' creativity and technical skills in acting, preparing them for diverse professional opportunities. Through a progression of classes, performance opportunities, and intensive Shakespeare training in England, students develop a strong foundation in theatre history and theory. The program's unique approaches, including partnerships with regional theatres and guest artists, provide real-world experience and foster a collaborative learning environment.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
- The program challenges students to expand their craft and creative imagination to succeed in various theatrical styles.
- Focuses on acting, voice and speech, and movement classes.
- Fourth-year students audition for roles in the Hartford Stage Company's season.
Objectives:
- To develop students' creative and technical skills in acting.
- To prepare students for a variety of professional acting opportunities.
- To provide students with a strong foundation in the history and theory of theatre.
Program Description:
- The program emphasizes a carefully planned progression of classes that build students' skills and confidence.
- Performance opportunities are extensive, with students participating in productions from across the theatrical repertoire.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, workshops, rehearsals, and individual coaching.
- Emphasis on student-centered learning and active participation.
Faculty:
- The program boasts a dedicated faculty with extensive professional experience and expertise in theatre.
Unique Approaches:
- The program offers students the opportunity to study Shakespeare in England under the guidance of professional British theatre artists.
- The program provides students with real-world experience through partnerships with regional theatres.
Careers:
Career Paths:
- Students are prepared for a variety of careers in the theatre industry, including acting, directing, playwriting, and teaching.
Career Opportunities:
- Graduates have gone on to work with prestigious theatre companies, film and television productions, and educational institutions.
Career Outcomes:
- The program boasts a high graduate employment rate in the theatre industry.
Other:
Performance Opportunities:
Hartt offers numerous performance opportunities throughout the year, allowing students to gain valuable experience and showcase their talents.
Faculty and Guest Artists:
The program benefits from the expertise and connections of a dedicated faculty and renowned guest artists.
Collaborative Environment:
The program fosters a collaborative and supportive learning environment for students to grow and learn from each other.