Overview

The Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification programme at New York University provides a rigorous foundation for aspiring artist-educators. Students develop their creative practice in both traditional and non-traditional performance spaces while gaining the skills necessary to lead classrooms in diverse school environments. This master’s degree focuses on the intersection of dramatic arts and pedagogy, ensuring graduates are prepared for the complexities of modern education.

Why Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification at New York University?

Students benefit from studying at a world-renowned institution with deep ties to the New York City arts community. The programme offers unique opportunities to work with leading theatre educators and participate in two annual main-stage productions. Facilities like the Verbatim Performance Lab provide innovative spaces for research and performance, while the curriculum is specifically designed to meet New York State Learning Standards for the Arts.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 55254 per year
National fee: USD 55254 per year
Local fee: USD 55254 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core drama methods with foundational pedagogical training and extensive field experience. Modules may include:

Drama in Education
American Theatre: Contemporary Playwrights of Color
Human Development and Education in Arts
Inquiries Into Teaching and Learning
Dramatic Activities in the Elementary Classroom
Dramatic Activities in the Secondary Classroom
Drama With Special Populations
Understanding Diversity Teaching Pluralism
Assessment of Student Work in Drama

Students also complete a culminating experience capstone project and two semesters of supervised student teaching in New York City schools.

Careers with Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification

Graduates are eligible for New York State initial certification as teachers of theatre for all grades from kindergarten through secondary school. Beyond the classroom, alumni find success in various professional roles within the cultural and community sectors. Common career paths include:

Drama and theatre teachers in public and private schools
Education directors for regional theatres and performing arts centres
Museum and art gallery educators
Directors of youth theatre and community recreation programmes
Educational consultants for religious and non-profit organisations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theatre for Young Audiences

Design for the Stage

Images of Women in Theatre

Advanced Directing

Styles of Acting and Directing

Applied Theatre

World Drama

Beginning Playwriting

Physical Theatre Improvisation

Creating Ethnodrama: Theory & Practice

The Ethnoactor & Verbatim Performance

Stage Lighting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

39 SCH

39-42

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have completed the following content core requirements for your intended teaching certification area, as regulated by the New York State Education Department, prior to enrollment:

30 semester hours of drama, theatre, dramatic literature, or an equivalent

If you have fewer than 30 points or credits in these areas on admission, you will be required to take additional course work in educational theatre.

3 semester hours of a language other than English (American Sign Language is acceptable)

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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