At the New York Film Academy’s film school, faculty members and curriculum are focused on providing students with the real world know-how to help them achieve their goals. These achievements are the result of their hard work, perseverance, talent and circumstances. Below are some of the positions and networks in which our alumni have worked:
Degrees, Programs, and Workshops at NYFA
At NYFA’s Musical Theatre School in New York City, aspiring performers enhance their acting, singing, and dancing skills through hands-on experience and rigorous training. Following our signature learn-by-doing approach, students at our Musical Theatre School are immersed in the world of performance, working and studying in the exciting city known for Broadway and off-Broadway theatre.
During our programs and workshops, students learn directly from industry professionals and rehearse in purpose-built facilities that include voice practice rooms and state-of-the-art dance studios. As our musical theatre programs are designed to prepare students to pursue creative goals, the curricula is centered around gaining real-world experience.
The New York Film Academy strives to make education in performing and visual arts accessible to the most diverse, international, and broadest spectrum of students. At the Musical Theatre School, we’re committed to creating a welcoming, supportive community where students can collaborate and begin to build their creative network.
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Degree Programs
In NYFA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre program, aspiring performers study the most prominent facets of the performing arts industry, stage and screen. Throughout the program, students receive professional training and practical experience to pursue ambitious creative goals in the arts. Students complete a range of challenging projects, audition, and performance opportunities that help them focus on finding the actor within, expanding their vocal and physical range, and learning how to apply the emotional, physical, and technical work necessary for quality stage and on-camera acting.
Designed for students who want to explore film, media, and entertainment while maintaining a focus in Musical Theatre, NYFA also offers a comprehensive Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Entertainment Media. During this hands-on program, students begin with courses that introduce them to the art of narrative and cinematic storytelling, as well as liberal arts classes designed to support their development as a visual artist. Students may then choose the Musical Theatre concentration, where they advance their audition and performance skills, learning new and fundamental techniques. The program concludes with a final graduation showcase performed for family and friends. As both degree programs are located at NYFA New York, students learn and grow as performers in the central hub for launching musical theatre careers – New York City.
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Certificate Programs
The 1 and 2-Year Certificates at NYFA’s Musical Theatre School are comprehensive, conservatory-based performing arts programs. During their time at NYFA, aspiring performers complete a selection of hands-on projects and exercises designed to strengthen their performance skills and hone their natural abilities. In the 1-Year Certificate Program, students learn the core fundamentals of musical theatre, building to a graduation showcase performed for family and friends.
Students who continue to the 2-Year Certificate Program advance their musical theatre skills and techniques, expanding to voiceover and on-camera work, culminating in an industry showcase and a final Graduation Package that includes masterclass experiences with outside industry professionals, comprehensive audition book, voiceover demo, two filmed audition musical theatre videos, a resume, as well as a professional, personal website. Students in both the 1 and 2-Year programs will have multiple opportunities to audition for our fully-produced main stage musicals, as well as our New Works Series, where they collaborate with guest Directors, Writers, and Composers.
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Workshops
In our musical theatre workshops, students learn the tools and techniques necessary to pursue an interest in the performing arts. During these intensive workshops, students can build upon their existing skills in voice, movement, and acting.
The 4-Week Musical Theatre Workshop is a full-time program held Monday through Friday. There is a possibility of classes on Saturdays and in the evening. Projects include an end-of-program presentation.
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The 1-Week Musical Theatre Workshop is held full-time from Monday through Saturday. Projects include an end-of-program presentation.
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ONLINE MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOPS
In addition to our in-person workshops, NYFA has a variety of online musical theatre workshops. These workshops are a great fit for performers who want to gain experience in auditioning and performance from the comfort of their own home.
The evening, part-time 15-Week Online Musical Theatre Workshop meets as a class with a live instructor on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There is an additional class on Wednesdays for weeks 14 and 15.
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The 4-Week Online Musical Theatre Workshop will be held daily as a class with a live instructor, Monday through Friday. Students complete projects and immersive exercises that hone their skills in performance, dance, and voice.
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In this part-time, evening 5-Week workshop, students study different areas of voiceover, including commercials, promo, and animation. The workshop runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Projects include a reel and immersive exercises that hone voice performance skills.
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School Faculty
At NYFA’s Musical Theatre School in New York, aspiring performers begin a rigorous intellectual exploration through practicum, working alongside established faculty with a lifelong enthusiasm and dedication for theatre and visual arts. NYFA’s Musical Theatre faculty consists of professional performers, dancers, musicians, and directors who have appeared in numerous Broadway and touring productions, top-rate regional theatre, opera, hit movie musicals, as well as television and film.
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School Alumni
The Musical Theatre School at NYFA strives to offer an intensive and focused education with practical stage experience and training. The achievements of our NYFA alumni are the result of their hard work, perseverance, talent and circumstances, and we’re proud of our alumni who have been inspired to pursue creative pathways in theatre and entertainment.
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Please note: Equipment, curriculum, and projects are subject to change and may vary depending on location. Students should consult the most recently published campus catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum.