Description

Since 1950, IES Abroad has been building quality study abroad programs and introducing U.S. students to new places, studies, and ways of thinking. A non-profit educational organization, IES Abroad offers high academic standards and extensive financial aid in almost 34 cities throughout the world.

Program Overview
You will enroll in a set curriculum and earn 3 semester credits at the Gaiety School of Acting-National Theatre School of Ireland (GSA-NTSI), Ireland's premier acting school. The course in acting, consisting of intensive, practical rehearsal workshops, comprises about 60% of the training, supplemented by elements of voice, movement and improvisation. You will read the plays of canonic Irish writers, including Samuel Beckett, Brian Friel, Sean O'Casey and John Synge and work in intensive rehearsals of scene work toward a final presentation. Classes are held 5 days per week.

The conservatory-style training will be taught at the Gaiety School of Acting-National Theatre School of Ireland with acting and voice teachers from the intensive actor training course. This intensive acting program is open to students at all levels of training.

Highlights

- Complementing the training course is attendance at performances in Dublin's many theatre venues. Possible venues include the Abbey Theatre, the Gate Theatre, Project Arts Center, and the Peacock Theatre.
- Visits to other cultural attractions also are planned, such as the James Joyce Museum, the National Museum of Ireland, and the Book of Kells in the historic library of Trinity College Dublin.Housing
- You will live in an apartment in a residential area of Dublin that is within walking distance or a short bus ride from the IES Abroad Center and the GSA-NTSI. You will share a bedroom and will live with other IES Abroad students. Meals are not provided, but you will have access to a full kitchen to prepare your meals. Apartments are fully furnished and include Internet access. Linens are provided.
- The IES Abroad Dublin Center occupies a red-brick Victorian building that was originally a post office and has been completely renovated. The Center is walking distance from St. Stephen's Green, Trinity College, and Temple Bar, where the GSA-NTSI is located.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Acting
• Theater
• Theater, Drama, Dance

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

The IES Abroad program fee typically includes:
- Tuition
- Orientation
- Housing
- Field trips (if applicable)
- Internship placement (if applicable)
- Visa application
- International student insurance
- On-site student services staff
- Pre-departure support
- IES Abroad Get Set! Guide
- IES Abroad Family Guide

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Scholarships are Available

IES Abroad offers over two million dollars in financial aid each year.

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network