Theatre - Theatre Management and Producing
The Master of Arts in Theatre Management and Producing provides an in depth study of theatre production, organizational leadership, and the business aspects of performing arts. Students explore production planning, financial management, audience engagement, and strategic leadership while developing skills to manage and produce theatrical performances effectively. The program combines theoretical foundations with applied practice, helping learners develop practical expertise in budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating artistic projects. Through coursework, workshops, and applied projects, students gain insight into how professional theatre management supports successful productions and sustainable cultural organizations.
The program also emphasizes project management, leadership, and professional application. Faculty mentorship, applied exercises, and production projects allow students to build operational competence in managing theatre companies, coordinating performances, and implementing marketing strategies. Graduates are prepared to work in theatre companies, production houses, cultural institutions, and performing arts organizations, applying their skills to produce, manage, and promote theatre productions. The curriculum ensures that students leave with both conceptual understanding and applied skills essential for careers in theatre management, producing, and arts administration.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Theatre - Theatre Management and Producing
- Degree Type: Master of Arts
- Duration: 1 year
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 03 January 2026
- Location: Columbia University, United States
- Field of Study: Film Studies
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 Foundations in Theatre Management
• Introduction to Theatre Management
• Production Planning and Scheduling
• Marketing and Audience Engagement
• Research Methods in Performing Arts
Semester 2 Advanced Producing and Projects
• Financial Management for Theatre
• Leadership in Cultural Organizations
• Applied Project in Theatre Production
• Seminar in Professional Theatre Practice
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in theatre companies, production houses, cultural institutions, and performing arts organizations, where expertise in management and producing is essential. Alumni may work as theatre producers, production managers, arts administrators, event coordinators, or marketing specialists, applying practical and applied skills to organize productions, manage teams, and engage audiences. The combination of applied projects, leadership training, and production expertise equips graduates to address challenges in performance management, organizational sustainability, and creative programming. Some graduates pursue doctoral studies in arts management or theatre studies. Graduates leave ready to apply professional skills in the performing arts industry.
Why Choose This Program
Students choose this degree for its combination of management practice and production expertise, offering a curriculum that integrates leadership, financial planning, and creative producing. The program emphasizes applied projects, workshops, and seminar discussions, allowing learners to develop skills in coordinating productions, managing artistic teams, and marketing performances. Faculty mentorship, applied exercises, and production projects support students in translating theoretical knowledge into practical theatre solutions. For individuals seeking a graduate program that prepares them for impactful careers in theatre management, producing, and arts administration, this degree provides a focused and highly relevant pathway.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 212 854 1754
Email: admissions@columbia.edu
Address: University of Columbia, Admissions Office, New York, NY, United States
