Office of Graduate Admissions

    Theatre Graduate Programs Information Session

    Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM until 1:00 PMEastern Standard Time UTC -05:00


    Virtual Information Session

    Theatre Graduate Programs

    Explore graduate study in theatre at Montclair State University and learn about two programs that connect theatre history, theory and practice with contemporary artistic and social perspectives.

    Explore Graduate Study in Theatre

    Join faculty and program representatives for a virtual information session featuring Montclair State University’s Theatre (MA) and Theatre of Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Change (Certificate).

    Learn how each program approaches the study and practice of theatre, explore curriculum and academic opportunities, and get information about admissions requirements and the application process.

    Compare the Programs

    Learn how the master’s degree and graduate certificate differ in structure, focus and academic goals.

    Hear From the Program

    Get insight into coursework, faculty, theatre resources and the graduate student experience at Montclair.

    Get Admissions Guidance

    Review application requirements, admissions information and what to expect when applying to a graduate theatre program.

    Explore the Programs

    This information session will cover both graduate theatre options below. Select a program name to learn more before the session.

    Master’s Degree

    Theatre (MA)

    Explore theatre through history, dramatic literature, theory, criticism and stage practice in a flexible graduate program designed to support a range of academic and professional interests.

    Graduate Certificate

    Theatre of Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Change (Certificate)

    Examine theatre as a space for dialogue, representation and social change while connecting theatre history and theory with applied, interdisciplinary and community-focused perspectives.

    What We’ll Cover

    • Differences between the Theatre MA and graduate certificate
    • Program structure, curriculum and areas of study
    • Theatre history, theory, dramatic literature and stage practice
    • Diversity, inclusion and social change within theatre and performance
    • Faculty, performance resources and opportunities at Montclair
    • Career and academic pathways
    • Admissions requirements and the application process
    • Live Q&A with faculty and program representatives

    Bring your questions and learn which graduate theatre option best aligns with your academic interests and professional goals.

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