California State University, Long Beach

MFA Theatre Management, MFA/MBA Theatre Management

California State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90840-2701
USA
Main Phone: 562.985.7891
Main E-Mail: msmall@csulb.edu

Degree/Credential: Graduate (MFA Theatre Management, MFA/MBA Theatre Management)
Web Site: http://www.calrep.csulb.edu

Program Director: EImley [link available to AAAE members only]

Program Goals and Objectives

MFA THEATRE MANAGEMENT

The Graduate Program in Theatre Management is one of just a handful of such MFA programs across the nation to be accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. It focuses on the skills and understanding necessary to successfully practice in America's theaters and performing arts organizations. It is also a useful means to qualify for a university post in theater or the other performing arts.At CSULB we align ourselves with a not-for-profit, organizational management approach. Our students take courses in principles of nonprofit management, fundraising, strategic planning, producing, marketing, and leadership. Their opportunities to gain skill and understandings are enhanced by the generous cooperation of the faculty in the College of Business and by the opportunity to intern in Los Angeles' many professional theaters.Our courses are open to the graduate students of other disciplines who might benefit from any of our work. And all of our students practice what they are learning by being actively involved in the management of California Repertory Theatre.

MFA/MBA THEATRE MANAGEMENT

The MFA/MBA is a three year full time program (including three summer sessions) offered jointly between the Theatre Arts Department and the Graduate School of Business. Students enrolled in the MFA/MBA program will participate in all the practical training required of the MFA students. In addition to the core courses in theatre management, the MFA/MBA student will take an additional 30 units of business courses including finance, accounting, marketing, strategic business management and operations. The GMAT is required for admission into the MFA/MBA.

Administration of the Program

Theatre mangement students work in rotating administrative positions for California Repertory Theatre Company located in Downtown Long Beach.

California Repertory Company is a professionally-modeled theatre company providing graduate training to the masters of tomorrow. The company is administered by, acted in, and designed by graduate students from the Theatre Arts Department which is a faction of the College of the Arts at California State Univeristy, Long Beach.

Students rotate in the areas of marketing, development, external affairs, education and outreach, production management and contracts, box office and company management. Students are overseen by a Head of Management as well as a Managing Director, both of who work closely with the Artistic Director of Cal Rep (who is also the chair of the Theatre Arts Department).

Cal Rep has an advisory board made up of 13 community members and invested alumni.

Curriculum

MFA THEATRE MANAGEMENT CURRICULUM

60 Units: THEA 502, 503, 504, 507, 517 (4 units), 518 (4 units), 519 (4 units), 523, 524, 550, 602 (6 units), 603, 696, 699 (3 units); MKTG 500; ACCT 500; and 6 units of electives. Electives, with advisor’s approval may be taken from the university at large

Repertory Theatre I, II, III Seminar in Theatre Management I & IILeadership in the ArtsMarketing ConceptsFundraisingContemporary DramaManagerial and Financial Accounting DramaturgyComputer GraphicsEntertainment Law Managing Not for Profit TheatreProducing Commercial TheatreAesthetic Theory and Conceptualization Thesis/Project

MFA/MBA THEATRE MANAGEMENT CURRICULUM

90 Units: THEA 502, 503, 504, 507, 517 (4 units), 518 (4 units), 519 (4 units), 523, 524, 550, 602 (6 units), 603, 696, 699 (Thesis)(3 units); 6 units of theatre electives. Electives, with advisor’s approval, may be taken from the university at large. Business Core: MKTG 500; ACCT 500; MAN 500; FIN 501; ACCT 610; FIN 600; HRM 652; IS 601; IS 602; MGMT 647; MKTG 661; and 3 units of business electives.

Repertory Theatre I, II, III Seminar in Theatre Management I & IILeadership in the ArtsMarketing ConceptsBusiness Policies, Operations, OrganizationsContemporary DramaManagerial and Financial AccountingFinancial Management ConceptsQuantitative Methods Managerial Decision MakingAdvanced Cost Accounting, Budgeting, ControlSeminar in Human ResourcesDramaturgyComputer GraphicsEntertainment LawManagement of Information SystemsManaging Not for Profit TheatreProducing Commercial TheatreAesthetic Theory and ConceptualizationSeminar in Management Planning & ControlSeminar in Business FinanceThesis/Project

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Admissions

Applying to Cal Rep at California State University Long Beach consists of five steps:

1. Fill out and submit an online application specifically for Cal Rep by clicking (here), and then clicking on "Apply Now".

2. Send copies of your transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose to:

Cal Rep AdmissionsDepartment of Theatre ArtsCalifornia State University Long Beach1250 Bellflower Blvd.Long Beach, CA 90840-2701

3. In addition to submitting the Cal Rep application form you must directly apply to the university (here).

4. Send separate copies of your transcripts and letters of recommendation to both the Department of Theatre Arts and the University Graduate Admissions Office.

5. International students must also apply through the International Admissions Office (here).

California Repertory Company is a member of URTA and holds interviews at their locations and dates each year (usually January - February).

Please bring the following to your interview:Letters of recommendation, résumé, transcripts, and/or portfolio.

Posted by EImley on Mon, 11/09/2009 - 19:24