Study Abroad
Students majoring in theatre studies may elect to take at least one resident semester of concentrated work in a discipline to supplement and enrich their work at Wellesley. They may attend the National Theatre Institute at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center, another institution in the Twelve College Exchange Program, one of the many London programs offering intensive study in their discipline, or other programs approved by the department. The Office of International Study coordinates these programs alongside our program. Check our their website here.
Programs pre-approved by the department include:
The London Theatre Program is BADA’s undergraduate Conservatory Acting Program in London sponsored by BADA and Sarah Lawrence College.
The London Theatre Program is designed for dedicated students who are passionate about their work, theatre, and language. Students may enroll in the London Theatre Program for either the Fall or Spring semester.
The Program is open to Juniors and Seniors enrolled at any accredited American college or university.
Shakespeare in London is BADA’s semester abroad programme, sponsored by BADA and Sarah Lawrence College, for students interested in exploring Shakespeare and his work from an academic perspective. It is intended principally for English and History Majors wishing to gain an understanding, both from text and performance, of how Shakespeare is viewed through the cultural prism of our own times, along with Theatre Majors who would like to extend their knowledge of textual analysis.
A world-leading conservatoire, LAMDA offers exceptional vocational training to actors, stage managers, technicians, directors and designers, regardless of their background or economic circumstances. It is an award-winning organisation offering world-renowned qualifications in communication and performance, and inspiring the next generation of confident communicators through our examinations in drama, literature and poetry.
LAMDA provides an intensive burst of conservatoire training and takes place each autumn and spring, and the program is carefully designed to deepen your engagement with classical texts and develop your repertoire of practical skills so you can achieve your potential as an actor. You’ll learn the essential core techniques through classes which cover topics such as acting, voice, movement, physical theatre and singing.
The ADA semester program is an ensemble-oriented, conservatory-style study abroad program committed to providing quality performing arts training for young artists who want to focus on their craft. We look for students who are passionate about physical theatre, music and dance, dedicated to their craft, and who understand the commitment, self-discipline and professional approach necessary to create and maintain quality artistry. ADA provides programs in Physical Theatre, Dance, Design & Scenography, and Music.
Year-long programs also available.