Stony Brook,
NY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Theatre - Directing in Stony Brook United States | Stony Brook University, SUNY
Stony Brook University, SUNY
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Stony Brook United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,490
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Southampton Arts program provides a Master of Fine Arts in Theatre with specialized pathways in Acting, Playwriting, Directing, Dramaturgy, and Film. Learners train alongside globally recognized professionals in a cross-disciplinary, cooperative setting. Our curriculum bridges theatre and film through collaborative ensemble work, digital film production, diverse creative writing forms, and visual arts. Designed for innovative students, the program encourages exploration of both conventional and avant-garde techniques to develop original productions. This three-year MFA features foundational courses, focused track studies, practical lab work, a final performance project, a written thesis, and a professional internship experience.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
This M.F.A. program is intensive, and admission to it is highly selective. Upon review, finalists are invited for an on-campus interview. Interview requirements vary depending on track. . For admission, the following, in addition to the minimum Graduate School requirements, are normally required:
A. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
B. Undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0.
C. A minimum of three years of professional experience / training (preferred).
D. Three letters of recommendation.
E. A current resume
F. A written statement of artistic, educational and professional goals
G. The following are required for a chosen Track. Choose one:
Playwriting: 1) a completed play of any length that best represents your work, 2) a brief description of a play you are currently writing or wish to write while in our program
Directing: 1) a brief description of your approach (concept) to a chosen play, either one you have directed or one you wish to direct. You may provide select supporting materials, such as research (written or visual), and any other inspiration for your approach, 2) a list of plays and/or ideas for original devised pieces that you would like to direct / create while in our program
Dramaturgy: 1) three writing samples, including, critiques, production program notes, and/or literary criticism of a chosen play, 2) a play, screenplay or alternative performance piece if you have written one, 3) a brief statement describing your view of the role of the Dramaturg in today's theatre, and particularly in relation to creating new work
Film: 1) a film you have written, directed and/or produced if you have one, 2) a screenplay if you have written one, 3) a list of proficiencies in various production skills: camera, lighting, editing, directing, production and/or production design.
Crossover between tracks is possible, depending on each student's interests and professional goals. For the application, choose one track and indicate in your statement of goals (F) your interest, if any, in crossover
F. Acceptance by both the MFA in Theatre program and the Graduate School.
IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection recommended to be below 6
TOEFL: 80 for Master's level
A. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
B. Undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0.
C. A minimum of three years of professional experience / training (preferred).
D. Three letters of recommendation.
E. A current resume
F. A written statement of artistic, educational and professional goals
G. The following are required for a chosen Track. Choose one:
Playwriting: 1) a completed play of any length that best represents your work, 2) a brief description of a play you are currently writing or wish to write while in our program
Directing: 1) a brief description of your approach (concept) to a chosen play, either one you have directed or one you wish to direct. You may provide select supporting materials, such as research (written or visual), and any other inspiration for your approach, 2) a list of plays and/or ideas for original devised pieces that you would like to direct / create while in our program
Dramaturgy: 1) three writing samples, including, critiques, production program notes, and/or literary criticism of a chosen play, 2) a play, screenplay or alternative performance piece if you have written one, 3) a brief statement describing your view of the role of the Dramaturg in today's theatre, and particularly in relation to creating new work
Film: 1) a film you have written, directed and/or produced if you have one, 2) a screenplay if you have written one, 3) a list of proficiencies in various production skills: camera, lighting, editing, directing, production and/or production design.
Crossover between tracks is possible, depending on each student's interests and professional goals. For the application, choose one track and indicate in your statement of goals (F) your interest, if any, in crossover
F. Acceptance by both the MFA in Theatre program and the Graduate School.
IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection recommended to be below 6
TOEFL: 80 for Master's level
Tuition
USD
24,490