1. University of Missouri Kansas City
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  4. Master of Fine Arts in Acting and Directing

Master of Fine Arts in Acting and Directing

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Missouri Kansas City

Program Overview

Students graduating from this program will:A detailed understanding of their individual processes as actors through which they find the physical, vocal, emotional and intellectual availability to meet the requirements of a given role.A working knowledge of the human voice as a primary means of communication.A working knowledge of the human body as a primary means of communication.A working knowledge of the human psyche as a primary means of motivation.A working knowledge of research methods through which to gain an understanding of the circumstantial life of a character.An experiential knowledge of theatrical performance genres from classical roots through contemporary theatre.

Program Key Stats

$24250 (Annual cost)


75%

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

The applicant must hold B.A. in English, or a B.A. degree that includes at least 30 hours of sophomore-, junior- or senior-level English courses, or the equivalent. 3.0 cumulative grade-point average in undergraduate work and a 3.0 average in undergraduate English coursework. In unusual circumstances, the Graduate Committee may consider applicants with lower grade-point averages.

Career Options

  • Actor
  • Community arts worker
  • Dancer
  • Dramatherapist
  • Music therapist
  • Theatre director

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