The MFA program in playwriting trains writers in the practices of professional playwriting and script development with a heavy emphasis on writing plays specifically for performance. The foundation of the training begins with earnest and rigorous study of the theories of narrative structure followed by the application of that theory with the goal of developing new plays that effectively synthesize individual artistic voice with individualized narrative structure.

Program Learning Objectives:

•  Identification and/or development of an individual and distinct artistic voice and vision.
•  Comprehensive knowledge of, and the ability to apply, theories of Narrative Structure.?
• The ability to synthesize artistic voice with the theories of Narrative Structure.?
•  Comprehensive knowledge of, and the ability to apply, theories of theatricality.?
•  Application of techniques and approaches to critical analysis applicable to narrative structure in developing work.?
•  The ability to collaborate with interpretive artists such as actors, directors, and designers.?
•  Working knowledge of the dramatic literary tradition.