MFA Design

Master of Fine Arts in Production Design

Scenic Design by Andrew Karlin, MFA 2008.

The Department of Theatre & Dance offers a three year Master of Fine Arts degree in Production Design with opportunities in the areas of costume, lighting and scenery design. This program will connect you directly to the vibrant professional arts community of Washington, D.C.

Individual instruction with faculty artists who are actively working in professional theatre, dance, television and special events. More>>

Intensive full-time apprenticeships with critically acclaimed artists at nationally recognized theaters, including Arena Stage, the Folger Shakespeare Library and the Olney Theatre Center. More>>

Inspiring opportunities to see and work in the rich artistic community of the Greater Washington Area, considered the second largest theatre market in the country, the largest video market in the world and the location of many of this nation’s grandest special events. More>>

Impressive Results
Our graduates have moved into successful professional positions throughout the theater community and related industries. More>>