Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification

Overview

This Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification MA program from New York University leads to eligibility for New York State initial certification. 

You’ll complete course work in drama, dramatic literature, and theatre, which is tied to the four New York State Learning Standards for the Arts. Through an inquiry-based model of teaching, you’ll take core methods courses that link theory to practice, while cultivating a deeper understanding of how to teach theatre as an art form and how to integrate drama into core subject areas at all grade levels. Throughout your program, you will:

• Acquire specialized pedagogical techniques and strategies that are innovative and appropriate for teaching drama and theatre to today's elementary, middle, and high school students
• Enhance your skills in theatre production and performance
• Expand your knowledge and understanding of dramatic literature
• Develop an understanding and appreciation for drama in education praxis

• Gain insights in and experiences with youth theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences

Careers and Outcomes

Graduates of our program are teachers of drama and theatre at preschools and elementary, middle, and secondary schools. They hold positions in education departments in regional theatres, museums and art galleries. They are directors of drama and theatre for community centers, camp and recreation programs, and religious organizations.