Program Recognition
•Bullet: Taught through the Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA), a nationally recognized inter-collegiate partnership between UNG and Brenau University founded in 1979
•Bullet: In 2000, GTA was one of only five U.S. programs honored by the American Council on Education for academic excellence and cost-effectiveness
•Bullet: Recognized for excellence by the Georgia Council for the Arts following its 2004 production of Ragtime
Training
•Bullet: BFA Acting for Stage and Screen: training spans voice, movement, and both contemporary and classical acting styles
•Bullet: Combines stage and on-camera/screen work, preparing actors for theatre, film, and television
•Bullet: Hands-on, individualized instruction emphasizing ensemble and collaboration across two universities
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: GTA mounts five productions each season across four venues, including two musicals, two plays, and a Theatre for Young Audiences show (via the WonderQuest division)
•Bullet: Annual GTA New Works Festival develops and premieres new American plays
•Bullet: Faculty include working professionals with Broadway and national-tour credits
Professional Development
•Bullet: Active alumni network connects graduates working in New York, Los Angeles, and on national tours
•Bullet: Returning alumni lead master classes and join GTA productions
