The course is designed to encourage the development of directors for theater and music theater. The course will incorporate a strong practical element, giving student directors the opportunity to explore and hone their own practices, developing useful and appropriate style and language as they move forward in their work as young directors.
Distribution Area: LA
Prerequisites and Restrictions
One of the courses listed below, or another relevant studio course, or significant theater making experience.
- THR/MTD 101 (Intro to Theater Making)
- THR 201 (Intro to Acting)
- THR 401 (Acting)
- THR/MTD 400 (Theatrical Design Studio)
- THR/MTD 402 (Theater Making Studio)
Application required. Please apply using the form below.
Other Information
This course will be taught by Sarah Benson. Benson was a Director of Soho Rep from 2007-2022 and is a Drama Desk nominated and Obie Award-winning freelance director known for her work with adventurous new plays and musicals.
Course Application
Students who apply by the end of day on Sunday, November 30, will hear about enrollment on Monday, December 1st. Applications received after November 30 will be considered if space remains available or opens up in the class.
