Est. 2016
THE NEW YORK DRAMA CENTER
Dedicated to Higher Learning & Mastery of the Dramatic Arts
Who We Are
Zelda Fichandler once famously said “a school is who you invite to study, and who you invite to teach”. For us, Zelda’s wise words burn brightly as we devise each dynamic course offering, and as we assemble each unique ensemble.
Our Mission
The New York Drama Center was founded on the core belief that training directly with master acting teachers should be accessible to all who are interested.
Master the Dramatic Arts Through Access to Master Teachers
Who We Invite to Teach
Combined, our faculty have trained Academy Award winning, Emmy Award winning, Tony Award winning, Golden Globe Award winning, and Grammy Award winning artists. Our faculty members teach at the most esteemed MFA and BFA Acting programs in the United States and abroad.
Long ago, the League of Professional Theatre Training Programs defined a master teacher as "a person with a comprehensive approach to talent development and a record of preparing working artists." Since its inception, The New York Drama Center has used this definition as the primary guideline when deciding who to invite to teach.
All faculty members invited to teach have a significant roster of former students working as professional performing artists. We invite teachers who are interested in the uniqueness of each individual students, and who, rather than adhere strictly to one methodology, offer a holistic, integrated, and joyful approach to acting training.
Who We Invite to Study
We are interested in actors from all training backgrounds and all walks of life; those who are interested in exploring, expanding, and discovering a deeper and fuller connection to themselves, others, and the texts that capture the human spirit.
We are looking for the generous, the curious, the courageous, and the open-hearted. Most of our students have formal acting training; however, not all of our courses require previous acting training or performance experience.
What Artists Are Saying About US
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“I cannot give enough praise to The New York Drama Center. Having come fresh to NYC from Chicago, the NYDC gave me access to a tight network of professional theatre teachers, international theatrical schools of thought, and a thriving vibrant community of artists."
- OLIVIA DOHERTY
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“The New York Drama Center is not only a way to connect with and learn from some of the most gifted and dedicated teachers I’ve ever worked with, but also to be a part of a community of artists truly devoted to this craft."
- KATY PINKE
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"Devin essentially gives you the experience of attending one of the elite graduate acting programs in the country for a fraction of the price. If you are looking for the best place to work on building your craft and your network of artists in NYC, look no further than the New York Drama Center.”
- WILL CLARK
*The New York Drama Center is an anti-racist institution founded on the principals of inclusion, access, and opportunity for all. We offer scholarships when we are able, AND Payment plans are always available. Please reach out if tuition FOR CLASS is EVER cost prohibitive. We believe high quality arts education is a human right. Our door is open to all thoughts, feedback, and conversation. IT IS AN HONOR TO SERVE THE ARTISTIC COMMUNITY.
