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School of Drama

The Yale School of Drama is a unique national resource, the largest and most comprehensive professional school of theatre in the nation—the only school offering programs in every discipline of the theatre. Throughout its more than 80-year history, the School has trained artists, managers and technicians who have fueled the imaginative life of the nation and the world.

By virtue of its unique relationship with Yale Repertory Theatre, professional producer of nearly 100 world premieres—including two Pulitzer Prize winners—and winner of 9 Tony Awards, the School of Drama offers students opportunities to learn within the scope of professional practice. In addition, Yale Rep maintains an important role at the creation and dissemination of new American drama, as well as of bold interpretations of classic plays.

Yale University is uniquely positioned to extend the influence of the School of Drama and Yale Rep, by contributing outstanding young artists to the theatre and related professions, new forms and innovation to the field of theatre production, and new repertoire to the English-speaking theatre. With your support, the School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre can be certain to promote the most exciting artistry and the most provocative dialogue in the American theatre for generations to come.