School of Drama
The Carnegie Mellon School of Drama offers an intense conservatory education in theater within a major research university. This experience prepares students intellectually, artistically and practically to be leaders — on stage, in film, on television or within the expanding realm of new media.
Whether they are studying acting, music theater, directing, or costume, lighting, scenic or sound design, students pursue their artistic growth with intensity, with frequent performances and many opportunities for collaboration.
Ranked among the best theater schools in the world, our drama graduates are well-prepared for professional practice and ready to take on any creative challenge.
Your support will help bring the most talented students and faculty to the School of Drama and provide professional-level facilities to continue CMU’s more than 100 years of contribution to the life of American theater.
What will you and the School of Drama
Supporting excellence and diversity in the arts by expanding access to a School of Drama education
Together, we can support:
- Merit Undergraduate Scholarships
- MFA Fellowships
- Student Travel and Performance Funds
Enriching the human experience by supporting creativity and advanced practice in drama
Together, we can support:
- Endowed Professorships
- Career Development Professorships
- Faculty Fellowships and Travel Funds
Enhancing excellence in drama education with spaces for creation and performance
Together, we can support:
- An expanded and renovated Purnell Center for the Arts, including new performance, media and rehearsal spaces
Creativity thrives at Carnegie Mellon University.
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