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University of North Carolina School of the Arts

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Program snapshot

Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required
Audition format
In-Person or Virtual
Program profile
Selective12-24 Students

Training
Rigorous four-year conservatory combining intensive coursework with full production seasons
Curriculum includes voice, movement, acting, mask, stage combat, verse, singing, dance, and accents/dialects
Third year introduces full performance schedule including Shakespeare program
Fourth year includes classical and contemporary plays plus at least one musical
Notable Alumni
Anthony MackieCaptain America franchise, The Hurt Locker
Mary-Louise Parker — Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe winner (Weeds, Proof)
Tom Hulce — Oscar-nominated for Amadeus
Anna CampTrue Blood, Pitch Perfect, Broadway's Equus
Dane DeHaanChronicle, Oppenheimer, The Amazing Spider-Man 2
Joe Mantello — two-time Tony Award-winning director
Jennifer Ehle — Tony Award-winning actress
Professional Development
Senior showcases in New York and Los Angeles for agents, casting directors and artistic directors
"Keys to the Kingdom" year-long project encouraging artistic entrepreneurship
Master classes in audition technique, TV/film camera work, cold readings and resume preparation

Updated 3d ago