Classical Acting (M.F.A.)
Master
Online
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
Flexible
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The Master of Fine Arts in Classical Acting is an immersive, intensive program developing the actor’s instrument to handle the rigors of Shakespeare and other classical texts. The mission of the MFA in Classical Acting program (also known as the Academy for Classical Acting, or ACA) is to create a body of artists who are able to perform classical texts with skill, clarity and inspiration, for American audiences who deserve better than an imitation of the British tradition.
This unique program runs for 44 consecutive weeks, from late August through the following July. The participants work in the studios on the GW campus, for 40 to 60 hours weekly (including rehearsal time and preparation). Classes include:
textual analysis
voice and speech
movement
dance, mask, and clown work
Alexander technique
character analysis and scene work
dramaturgical research into the Elizabethan, Jacobean, and Restoration periods
Certification in stage combat
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Subjects
- Acting
- Significantly
- Marginally
- Immersion
- ACA’s
- Physical
- Rigorous
- Training
- Professional
- Exceptional
- Conventional
- MFA
Course programme
At the ACA, our 12-month graduate program offers both artistic and practical advantages that set it apart from other MFA acting programs. Many actors desire additional classical training but cannot devote three years to a conventional MFA program. Such programs take them out of the field for a long time and, most significantly, only focus marginally on classical acting.
The ACA’s highly physical, rigorous training is part of a true immersion program, with an exceptional number of contact hours between students and our professional faculty. Our curriculum consists of six full days of classes and rehearsals weekly, and a culminating project of two fully-staged ACA productions, directed by guest artists and performed in repertory.
In addition to receiving ongoing feedback in classes, students meet twice during each semester with each faculty member, individually. These conferences allow for private one-on-one conversations to clarify their progress, define areas for growth and develop strategies for improvement and change.
Classical Acting (M.F.A.)