New World School of the Arts College

New World School of the Arts offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theatre Performance with two areas of emphasis: Acting and Musical Theatre. Located in the heart of Miami’s arts district, the program is a conservatory-style training environment delivered in partnership with Miami Dade College and the University of Florida. It is designed for highly talented students pursuing professional careers in stage, film, television, and other performance media.

The curriculum focuses on immersive, technique-driven instruction. Acting students train in a variety of performance styles and methodologies, including Stanislavski-based techniques, neutral mask, speech, movement, period styles, Shakespeare, and improvisation. Musical Theatre students receive specialized coursework in vocal performance, ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre history, and ensemble singing. Across both tracks, students engage in scene study, playwriting, stagecraft, and theatre history to gain a well-rounded education in the performing arts.

Performance is a central component of the program. Students participate in multiple public productions each year, ranging from studio workshops to fully staged mainstage shows. Seniors present a capstone showcase in both Miami and New York City, offering them the opportunity to perform for casting directors, agents, and other theatre professionals. This showcase often serves as a launchpad for graduates entering the entertainment industry.

The program regularly hosts guest artists, including professional directors, choreographers, composers, and playwrights. These visiting professionals lead masterclasses and provide valuable feedback that helps students align their skills with real-world industry expectations. These experiences contribute to the program’s reputation for professional rigor and artistic integrity.

With a strong track record of alumni success, the theatre program at New World School of the Arts is recognized nationally for its excellence. Graduates have gone on to win prestigious awards and perform in major theatre, film, and television productions. The program provides students with the technical skills, artistic discipline, and industry access necessary to thrive in a competitive field.