Broadway
Upper West Side, steps from Lincoln Center and the Theatre District.
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Hollywood
In the heart of Hollywood, surrounded by studios, stages and screens.
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Since 1964, AMDA has trained artists for careers on stage and screen. AMDA College is WASC-accredited.
Since 1964, AMDA has trained artists for careers on stage and screen. AMDA College is WASC-accredited.Choose one campus, or bothConservatory, BFA, and Master’s Programs
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- One Campus, or Both
- Conservatory, BFA, and Master’s Programs
Generous scholarships available based on artistic promise and financial need.
AMDA Alumni
On stage.On screen.Around the world.
AMDA alumni are creating, performing and leading at the highest levels of the entertainment industry.
Anthony Ramos
Film: Twister, In The Heights, TV: The Beauty, Broadway/Grammy Winner: Hamilton
Luke Tennie
Film: Nickel Boys, Jade, TV: The Pitt, Abbott Elementary, Shrinking, CSI Vegas
Caissie Levy
Broadway/Tony Winner: Ragtime, Frozen, Grammy Winner: Caroline or Change
Christopher Jackson
Broadway/Grammy Winner: Hamilton, TV: And Just Like That, Emmy Winner: Original Song
Madeline Brewer
Film: Cam, TV: A Handmaid’s Tale, You, Broadway: Becky Shaw, London’s West End: Cabaret
Vasthy Mompoint
Broadway: The Prom, Ghost The Musical, Film: The Prom, TV: Baby Shark’s Big Show
- WASC Accredited
- EST. IN 1964
- Dual Campus (NYC & LA)
Student Stories
Real students. Real journeys.
Hear from AMDA students as they share their passion, challenges and what it’s like to train for a life in the performing arts.
- Musical TheatreBreaking out of the box to master every role
Play - ActingWriting and directing a student film production
Play - DanceFrom dance major to fearlessly versatile artist
Play - Musical TheatreBackstage with Guys and Dolls
Play - ActingBackstage with the cast of Radium Girls
Play - DanceExperience the beauty of The Glory Hour
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Programs
Choose your discipline
Acting
Train with industry-experienced faculty in a curriculum rooted in professional practice, for stage and screen.
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Musical Theatre
Develop voice, acting and dance in a comprehensive program designed for the modern performer.
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Dance
Build strength, technique and artistry in a program that prepares you for what comes next.
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Vocal Performance
From studio recording to the live stage, explore all styles to prepare for the commercial music industry.
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Ready to takethe next step?
Join a community of artists, creators and storytellers.
Auditions are held in person and online throughout the year.The majority of incoming students are awarded scholarships and receive financial aid.