Program Recognition
•Bullet: One of only three SUNY institutions offering a BFA in Musical Theatre (www2.cortland.edu/departments/performing-arts/musical-theatre-bfa)
•Bullet: Musical theatre is the only major offered within the Performing Arts Department, so all performances are planned to expose students to experiences ranging from musicals to classic plays to modern dramas
•Bullet: Housed in the renovated Dowd Fine Arts Center ($22 million renovation in 2014)
Training
•Bullet: Seven semesters of ballet training
•Bullet: Working with a voice teacher
•Bullet: Comprehensive curriculum in acting, spoken voice, theatre history, jazz dance, tap dance, and theatre dance
•Bullet: 124-credit program that emphasizes studio training and creative work
•Bullet: Small class sizes foster meaningful mentorship and a tight-knit artistic community
Professional Development
•Bullet: Industry showcase in New York City for seniors and alumni
•Bullet: Full year of performance opportunities including mainstage musicals, classic and contemporary plays, student-directed projects, and cabaret-style showcases
•Bullet: Approximately 20 faculty and staff members across acting, ballet, piano, voice, and technical theatre
Facilities
•Bullet: 386-seat theater, an intimate recital hall, a flexible black-box space, a dedicated dance studio and ample rehearsal and practice rooms
