The Dorset Theatre Festival Conservatory Program

This program has been made possible by Ernst & Young LLP

1. CONSERVATORY TRAINING PROGRAM

   Acting, Technical and Administrative Intern Program designed for college age or early career candidates looking for a start.

Our Vision- to create the next generation of theatre artists and serve as a gateway to a professional theatre career.

Practical experience is a must in the theatre industry. Academic experience is insufficient for students to make a successful transition into the theatre profession. That's why since the early days of the Caravan Theatre and The Dorset Theatre Festival, under the tutelage of Fred and Pat Carmichael, Jill Charles and others-DTF has provided professional training through an aggressive, hands-on internship program. Interns are not only immersed in their chosen field, they are given the tools they'll need to become future leaders in the industry.

For Information and Application Procedures for Acting, Technical and Administrative Internships please contact intern@dorsettheatrefestival.org

PROGRAM OF STUDY

What we offer is a "learning by doing" approach. For this reason- the Festival has chosen its Production and Administrative Staff with a special emphasis on hiring people who are also excellent teachers and have long experience working with young developing talent in all areas. In addition we will be offering weekly classes for all of our Apprentices, Interns and Festival Corps members taught by visiting guest artists and covering a variety of topics. This will allow for a sense of ensemble and community for our young apprentices.