The Program

The B.F.A. design program offers intensive training by utilizing the vast research resources of the New York City area and by providing practical design opportunities in both the mainstage theaters and studio theater.  All students interested in theatrical design take courses in scenic design, lighting design, costume design, and drawing, in addition to technical and professional craft courses.  This program prepares the student for a professional career as a theatrical scenic, lighting, or costume designer.  A full-time, four-year residency is required.

Info Session/Tours

                          Monday, October 8, 2007, 1:00 p.m.                         

                          Friday, November 9, 2007, 10:00 a.m.           

                          Wednesday, January 23, 2008, 5:00 p.m.

We recommend you make a reservation by calling 732-932-9891 x10

Design Portfolio Presentation

and Interview Requirements

• We suggest you submit your application to Rutgers University prior to January 15, 2008.  After you do so, you will receive a letter from the Theater Arts Department, that includes information on how to then schedule your interview.
• Resume
• $50.00 non-refundable talent assessment fee. (This fee is in addition to the university’s standard application fee.)
• Portfolio:  Bring examples of any artwork and drawings you may have done for classes, on your own, for the school paper, etc.  These drawings do not have to pertain to theater.  Photographs of shows or craft projects are also helpful.  The portfolio should be presented in a manila folder or portfolio case.  (Inexpensive cardboard portfolios are available in most are supply stores.) 

Portfolio Presentation/Interview Dates

There is a $50.00 non-refundable talent assessment fee made payable by check, cash or money order.  Payments should be made to Rutgers University.   (This fee is in addition to the university’s standard application fee and is due no later than the time of the appointment.)

Rutgers B.F.A. Design National Interview Site*

                 Chicago:
                 February 4, 5 & 6, 2008
                 at Palmer House Hilton

                 Chattanooga, TN:
                 March 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, 2008
                 South Eastern Theater Conference
                 Chattanooga Convention Center

                Houston, TX:
                March 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2008
                United States Institute of Theater Technology
                George R. Brown Convention Center

*walk-ins are welcome
                           

Interviews at Rutgers University (40 minutes from New York City)**

          On campus appointments will be available from December

          2007 until March 2008.

** by appointment only

Please call 732-932-9891 x14 to schedule your interview appointment.