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Columbia College Chicago

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Program

Concentration

Program snapshot

Admissions
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Training
•Practice-based curriculum with faculty mentors guiding you through real challenges
•Direct at least three productions: a scene, a 20-minute play, and a full 90-minute production
•Develop professional portfolio and take business course covering directing in all theatre contexts
Notable Alumni
•David Cromer (HDR '17) — Tony Award winner for directing The Band's Visit; directed Broadway's Dead Outlaw and Good Night, and Good Luck
•Anna D. Shapiro '90 — Tony Award-winning artistic director of Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Professional Development
•Hands-on experience in both commercial and not-for-profit theater
•Faculty have deep ties in the industry and help students find work opportunities
•Internship fairs twice yearly with Steppenwolf, Victory Gardens, and Goodman
Location
•Access to vibrant theatre scene with opportunities to see productions and network with professional directors

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