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University of Cincinnati College - Conservatory of Music

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Program snapshot

Admissions
Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required
Audition format
In-Person or Virtual
Program profile
Selective12-24 Students

Training
Specialized courses: Assistant Stage Management, Stage Management Foundations, Stage Management Styles (communication, problem solving, conflict management)
Weekly meetings of all lead stage managers to discuss productions
Performance & Productions
Stage manage (or assistant stage manage) four to six productions over the degree program
Unique opportunity to stage manage plays, musicals, operas, and dance productions
CCM’s TAPAA Division produces six mainstage productions and approximately eight studio/workshop productions per year
Notable Alumni
Graduates working as production stage managers on Broadway, national tours, and major regional theatres
CCM ranks in Playbill’s top 10 most represented colleges on Broadway across both performers and production staff
Degree Flexibility
Four-year BFA program (120 credits) and two- or three-year MFA program (75 credits)
Broad education in stagecraft, scenic, lighting, sound, costume, and wig & make-up design
Opportunities to take introductory classes in directing, script analysis, arts administration, and aesthetics

Updated Apr 29, 5:18 PM