National Theater Institute
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National Theater Institute is a program provider offering 3 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 1 country such as United States.
National Theater Institute (NTI) is the conservatory-level training arm of the two-time Tony Award-winning Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, long celebrated as the “Launchpad of American Theater.” From its seaside campus in Waterford, Connecticut, the O’Neill pioneered the script-in-hand staged reading, sending scores of plays and musicals on to Broadway, Off-Broadway, London’s West End and major regional stages. NTI builds on that legacy by giving emerging artists a direct pipeline to professional development while they earn transferable academic credit.
The flagship NTI Semester compresses a full conservatory curriculum into 13 intensive weeks of acting, directing, design, playwriting, movement and voice—14 hours a day, six days a week—granting up to 20 credits through Connecticut College. Complementary tracks include the 14-week National Music Theater Institute for triple-threat performers and the six-week Theatermakers Summer Intensive, an accelerator that places students in the room as new works are developed for the O’Neill’s summer conferences. More than 3,500 alumni now carry NTI’s “Risk. Fail. Risk Again.” ethos into Broadway houses, Hollywood sound stages, regional theaters and streaming writers’ rooms. For students seeking an immersive, credit-bearing study-abroad alternative focused on professional theatre, the National Theater Institute turns creative ambition into disciplined artistry.
Study Abroad with National Theater Institute
"it was certainly worthwhile. time management. explore theatre in different fields and cultures. "
A student Wellesley College
"Inspiration and industry knowledge"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about myself, how I work under pressure, my strengths in the field of theater and where I need to grow, and I gained so many incredible relationships that I feel so blessed to have. "
A student Wellesley College
"The Advanced Directing program offered by NTI was one of the most rigorous and demanding experiences I've ever undergone. However, I wouldn't trade my time at NTI for anything - what I learned from guest directors and artists about myself and what kind of work I want to create was utterly invaluable. "
Gabriel Walker Brandeis University
"I learned loads of practical tools for life and theater. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to open my eyes and ears to the theatre all around me, how to be a better collaborator, I became a better writer and better actor, I learned I love to direct, I have a new interest in movement choreography, and I learned how to create without apology. "
A student Brandeis University
"I grew a lot personally and learned an immense amount about an art form I care deeply about. Yes, it was worthwhile. "
Lillian Odekirk Wellesley College
"More insight into possible professional careers, what I am capable of."
A student Wellesley College
"Yes! It was good to take a break from Wellesley's academic environment and jump headfirst into the world of art. 24/7 art all the time. I can now do body rolls and a cartwheel when I stretch beforehand which is fun."
Diana Lobontiu Wellesley College
"I gain self-confidence in this path of life I am choosing to go down. I was challenged to try disciplines I was less familiar with and discovered that I really enjoyed doing them. I made life long friends and collaborators and learned about myself and how I work. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was most definitely worthwhile! Going to NTI was the best experience for me. I came out of the program feeling like a superhero because I knew I had transformed into an artist with an inexhaustible set of skills. For 14 hours a day, 7 days a week, for 14 weeks, I learned to make theater without excuses. I can move forward in ..."
Anonymous * Wellesley College
"I learned so much about myself, humanity, and of course theatre as a whole."
A student Wellesley College
"Everything! YES YES YES !!"
Sarah H Brandeis University
"The NTI Advanced Director Semester not only gave me the tools to begin a lifelong investigation of theater and its consequences, it also showed me compassion towards other artists and the need for art in American society. We are young and we are restless and NTI shows us how to focus those feelings in a constructive and effecti..."
Sterling M Saint Olaf College
"Attending NTI was more than worthwhile-- I can't imagine myself without it. It was an incredible experience that has helped shape who I am as a collaborator and as a theatre artist. I took classes in acting, dramaturgy, yoga, voice, directing, design, playwriting, movement, and much more. The ensemble work that we did transforme..."
Alexandra C Hampshire College
"My summer at the O'Neill was absolutely worthwhile. I think anyone and everyone who can, should do Theatermakers. I've never felt more like myself that I did that summer."
Natalia L Marymount Manhattan College
"There is no program around like NTI. After my 14 weeks, I felt confident that there was no theatrical challenge that I couldn't face and successfully complete. NTI pushed me to the limits of what I thought I could do in every area of the arts. I came to this program an actor looking to be challenged beyond what I was getting at ..."
Brittany A North Greenville University
"I learned that I don't have to be perfect all the time. I learned that my failures should not define but should be springboards to greater knowledge. I had to get out of my own way and then I was able to absorb, learn, and truly change."
Frank D University of Montevallo
"I learned more about myself as a theatre artist in this short period of time then I thought possible. The intensity of the program pushes you to lean into the things that scare you and continue to learn. I learned how to be a better collaborator, a listener, an observer, and communicator. I discovered passions and skills I didn..."
Amanda S Ithaca College
"My life changed for the better. There are no words for NTI, but when you meet a fellow alum on the street you have an instant bond that cannot be broken."
Cate J University of Minnesota
"Knowing what type of artist I want to be and what I want to do with my life. This program made me realize how vital theater is for humanity. It gave me enough confidence to be taking huge risks for the rest of my life."
Jade G Brandeis University
"I learned so much about myself as an actor. I discovered new areas of interest, grew as a person, and got to work with some really incredible people. I would absolutely do it again. "
Caitlin P Brandeis University
