M.F.A. in Theatre

Our two-year, low-residency, intensive degree is designed for working and aspiring theatre artists, educators, and leaders to build healthier, more inclusive theatre communities.

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Theatre for the Modern World

The theatre world is in an historic moment where change is being demanded. Theatre has always been an evolving art, sensitive to social change and progress, but that has not meant that educational programs have taught theatre artists to engage actively in changing how we approach the art.

Focusing on diversity, inclusion, mental health, and safe practices, the Randolph M.F.A. embraces an accessible new model of learning so as to intentionally educate theatre artists who will help build healthier theatre communities.

The Degree

This terminal degree is designed to develop individual artistry and leadership through advanced, specialized training in…

Acting

Design

Directing

The Randolph Difference

Low Residency

Take courses remotely from home and spend five 1-2 week residencies on campus.

2 Year Program

Earn your degree in 4 semesters of coursework, mentorships, and on-campus residencies.

Mentorship

Work one-on-one with a faculty mentor who provides training, feedback, and direction.

Diverse Faculty

Our faculty represent and value the full aesthetic and sociological diversity of contemporary theater.

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Low Residency

Take courses remotely from home and spend five 1-2 week residencies on campus.

2 Year Program

Earn your degree in 4 semesters of coursework, mentorships, and on-campus residencies.

Mentorship

Work one-on-one with a faculty mentor who provides training, feedback, and direction.

Diverse Faculty

Our faculty represent and value the full aesthetic and sociological diversity of contemporary theater.

Department News

In the limelight: Theatre course introduces students to basics of special effects, lighting, and sound

The familiar strains of Queen’s “Under Pressure” rang out in Randolph’s Lab Theatre, the overhead lights pulsing with the beat.

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Fall theatre production, ‘Doctor Faustus,’ embraces the ‘spooky vibes of the season’

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29; and 2 p.m. Oct. 30.

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‘Shakespeare isn’t scary’: Students strive to make the Bard’s work more accessible

This story is part of an ongoing series featuring the work of students and faculty participating in Randolph’s 2022 Summer […]

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In the limelight: Theatre course introduces students to basics of special effects, lighting, and sound

The familiar strains of Queen’s “Under Pressure” rang out in Randolph’s Lab Theatre, the overhead lights pulsing with the beat.

Read More

Fall theatre production, ‘Doctor Faustus,’ embraces the ‘spooky vibes of the season’

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29; and 2 p.m. Oct. 30.

Read More

‘Shakespeare isn’t scary’: Students strive to make the Bard’s work more accessible

This story is part of an ongoing series featuring the work of students and faculty participating in Randolph’s 2022 Summer […]

Read More