How's the Musical Theatre Program at Syracuse?

I've got a serious interest in musical theatre and I've heard that Syracuse has a strong program. Anyone have any experiences they can share or know more about it?

Syracuse University's Department of Drama, which is part of the College of Visual and Performing Arts, hosts the Musical Theatre program. This program is often highly rated and provides an intensive, conservatory-style environment paired within a broader liberal arts education context of a larger research university.

The four-year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program in Musical Theatre offers intensive professional training with a focus on acting, singing, and dance techniques necessary for success in today's musical theatre industry. Students study ballet, jazz, tap, acting, voice, and theatre history among other subjects. Training in Alexander technique and stage combat is also included in their curriculum.

One aspect that makes Syracuse's program unique is its London Semester program. This unique opportunity provides drama students the chance to study abroad while maintaining their critical studio training. The program combines conservatory-style training with practical experiences in the field and a wide variety of liberal arts courses in British culture and history.

Now, keep in mind, admission to the Musical Theatre program is highly competitive, with auditions being a mandatory part of the application process. Auditioning students actually participate in a pre-screening process through a website called Acceptd, before they're invited for an in-person audition.

Finally, an added benefit of studying at Syracuse is their "Senior Showcase” event. Here, graduating seniors have an opportunity to perform in New York City in front of agents, casting directors, and other entertainment industry professionals. This is a significant networking event that can lead to internships and job opportunities post-graduation.

Alumni of this program have ended up in Broadway productions, touring companies, and regional theatre productions, which speaks to the quality of the training provided. As with any college and program decision, it's important that you visit the campus (if possible), talk to current students or faculty, and take a close look at the curriculum to ensure it's the best fit for you.