Curriculum
The curriculum incorporates a core set of classes, electives, and performance projects. The core classes include acting (improvisation, monologue work, and scene study), dramatic literature, movement, and singing. Workshops throughout the summer will introduce participants to a variety of subjects. In years past, these workshops have included directing, playwriting, Shakespearean performance, stage combat, and audition technique.
Each student is cast in a performance project that rehearses throughout the five weeks. At the program's end, all students perform in the Boston University Theatre Lab. Past projects include A Midsummer Night's Dream, Romeo and Juliet, and The Rimers of Eldritch.
Classes meet daily, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Evening rehearsals for the performance project meet Tuesday through Thursday, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with an additional Saturday rehearsal.
A Typical Theatre Institute Day
9—10:30 a.m.: Singing Class
10:45 a.m.—12:15 p.m.: Movement Class
12:15—1:30 p.m.: Lunch
1:30—5:30 p.m.: Acting Class
5:30—7:00 p.m.: Dinner
7:00—10:00 p.m.: Rehearsal
11:00 p.m.: Curfew
College of Fine Arts Undergraduate Audition
At the close of the summer, students entering the senior year of high school will have the opportunity to audition for the professional theatre training program at Boston University School of Theatre. Students demonstrating exceptional promise and commitment may wish to apply for admission to the School under the Boston University Early Decision program.
College Credit
A certificate of completion and faculty evaluations are available to students who successfully complete the program. Each student will receive 4 Boston University college credits upon program completion.