AMDA College of the Performing Arts
Hollywood & New York City
Acting ∙ Musical Theatre ∙ Vocal Performance ∙ Commercial Dance ∙ Broadway Dance ∙ Filmmaking ∙ Screenwriting
Join us in celebrating the remarkable legacy of AMDA College of the Arts. For 60 years, AMDA has launched some of the most successful careers in theater, film, and television. Be part of our journey as we redefine the performing arts and entertainment industries of tomorrow.
Dear UArts Students,
AMDA College of the Performing Arts has created a special pathway for all UArts students to transfer. AMDA's degrees align with UArts programs!
Ready to get started? You can easily complete the AMDA application in under 5 minutes. We’ll call you right away or you may reach out via email at enroll@amda.edu or call 212-957-3336.
Apply Now| University of the Arts (UArts) Degree Programs |
AMDA College of the Performing Arts Degree Programs |
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| BFA Acting | → | BFA in Acting |
| BFA Musical Theater | → | BFA in Musical Theatre |
| BM Vocal Performance | → | BFA in Vocal Performance |
| BFA in Dance | → | BFA in Dance |
| BFA in Film | → | BFA in Film & Television Arts: Filmmaking |
| BFA in Screenwriting | → | BFA in Film & Television Arts: Screenwriting |
AMDA College of the Performing Arts is among the premier higher education arts institutions in the world. AMDA has been a leader in performing arts education for over 60 years, offering world-class training to aspiring artists. Our esteemed faculty of working professionals provide unparalleled mentorship and industry insight, ensuring students receive the best possible preparation for their careers. With campuses strategically located in the hearts of New York City and Los Angeles, AMDA immerses students in the vibrant environments of the entertainment capitals of the world.
Watch as David Martin, AMDA’s President and Artistic Director, welcomes a new class of student artists at the Los Angeles campus. His insights and wisdom inspire students and ground our community in its purpose: transformation through artistic expression.
Experience the imaginative, high-energy show mounted in Spring 2024, replicating a live tour for our dance majors pursuing commercial dance careers. AMDA stages a fully-realized dance production each semester, featuring styles from contemporary concert work to theatrical recreations of iconic pieces and commercial dance aesthetics.
Witness AMDA students engage in a community-building hip-hop battle, showcasing skills honed in class. Watch as the rounds intensify and a winner emerges. This is where AMDA students leave it all on the floor!
Immerse yourself in the range and quality of AMDA dancers' experiences each semester. From live dance productions to fully produced dance films, AMDA students do it all. While many schools claim to offer diverse and versatile training, at AMDA, we live it. Enjoy!
What is the student experience in AMDA’s Dance BFA program? Join us to experience a typical day on the Los Angeles campus. From ballet to hip hop and performing on stage at night, see firsthand the joy and rigor of AMDA’s performance BFA.
From Rent to Aida, Carousel to Evita, Hairspray to Les Mis, AMDA stages a fully-realized musical theatre production each semester. Every musical theatre major has the chance to take the stage, utilizing skills developed in the classroom to perform for audiences in Los Angeles.
What is the student experience in AMDA’s Music Theatre BFA program? Join us to experience a typical day on the Los Angeles campus. From classes to voice lessons to performing on stage at night, see firsthand the joy and rigor of AMDA’s performance BFA.
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Get a sneak peek at AMDA’s new commercial music program. This BFA degree track prepares students for careers as recording artists, songwriters, and vocal performers across a broad range of styles and genres. With a history of launching Grammy award-winning artists, AMDA now offers a dedicated program for emerging artists focused on commercial music performance careers.
Enjoy classic songs of yesterday and today in a stunning display of vocal prowess. Feel the power of this ensemble, featuring soloists performing some of the world’s most cherished vocal pieces. Journey with us through R&B, Soul, Jazz, Pop, and Country as AMDA music theatre majors explore the range of choral performance.
Take a quick look at the NY and LA acting programs. AMDA’s passionate community of theatre and film actors engage in a broad and varied curriculum, grounded in AMDA’s philosophy that the stage and screen are the best classrooms for artists.
Witness the talent of AMDA’s acting students through select clips from various stage productions. From contemporary to classical, and comedic to dramatic, these performances showcase the breadth and depth of AMDA’s acting program. Experience the artistry and dedication that define AMDA's legacy in the performing arts.
What is the student experience in AMDA’s Acting BFA program? Join us to experience a typical day on the Los Angeles campus. From acting to writing, filming to directing, and combat class to performing on stage at night, see firsthand the joy and rigor of AMDA’s performance BFA.
Experience powerful storytelling, engaged performances, and professional-quality film production with AMDA’s On-Camera programs in NY and LA. These programs offer hands-on experience to prepare students for careers in film and television. Get a taste of the work AMDA students are exploring as they build their performance reels and prepare to enter the industry.
AMDA’s new BFA degree concentration in filmmaking offers a path for filmmakers and creatives to immerse themselves in the Los Angeles film industry. Learn from working directors, cinematographers, writers, actors, and award-winning filmmakers.
Discover AMDA’s groundbreaking Performing Arts & Content Creation BFA degree, where students are trained to be both performers and content creators. Whether you're an aspiring singer/songwriter, choreographer, screenwriter, playwright, producer, director, or social media influencer, this program equips you to conceive and develop original content for film, stage, social media, and streaming platforms. In an industry hungry for fresh voices and innovative content, this degree empowers you to craft your own performance opportunities and establish a unique creative presence.
Want to see more video content featuring AMDA’s NY & LA Campus Tours, Alumni Interviews, Faculty Profiles and MainStage Productions? Visit AMDA’s extensive Video Library!
AMDA College of the Performing Arts is among the premier higher education arts institutions in the world. AMDA has been a leader in performing arts education for over 60 years, offering world-class training to aspiring artists. Our esteemed faculty of working professionals provide unparalleled mentorship and industry insight, ensuring students receive the best possible preparation for their careers. With campuses strategically located in the hearts of New York City and Los Angeles, AMDA immerses students in the vibrant environments of the entertainment capitals of the world, both in Hollywood and Broadway, (AMDA has more alumni on Broadway than almost every other college, year after year).
