Introduction from Department Director – Deirdre Masterson
This course delivers focused, conservatory style training, equipping young artists for the professional industry. American College Dublin’s intensive training process is proving to develop versatile, dynamic artists whose attention to detail, professionalism and talent gives American College Dublin graduates an unrivalled reputation and employment record in Ireland across the creative industries.
Musical Theatre and Performing Arts students at American College Dublin are taught by Industry leading staff and visiting professionals. Students are further advised by leading West End and Broadway practitioners, casting agents, managers and directors, along with experienced professionals and leading academics, giving American College Dublin graduates a unique and comprehensive support network and knowledge base they can utilise in the professional industry.
Testimonials
Caoimhe Boyle
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre – 1st Year
“We all came into this course at different levels in all disciplines, some having more experience at dance, some at singing, some with not much experience at all. However, we are all progressing rapidly on our own journey, and it is amazing to get to watch others get better and better every week. I find myself learning so much about the art of musical theatre and also about myself, and strengths I never knew I had.”
Renan Teodoro
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre – 2020 Graduate
The first time I stepped in ACD was a mix of anxiety, excitement and joy. I had just come out of challenging years trying to save enough to be able to afford education as an aspiring Musical Theatre Actor. I had been on a plane for about 16 hours before stepping in Ireland and that was also an adventure in itself, but once I got my first tour inside the building, I felt that the real journey had only begun. Being taught by professionals in the industry was definitely helpful and the way I was welcomed definitely made the difference, being an international student, Latino, Brazilian and Portuguese speaker, brought up new challenges both for me and the faculty which was very opened and caring to be able to guide me along the way throughout my years in the college. As a performer I was pushed to my limits and received many opportunities to practice my craft and not only be seen but also be heard around the country, I was able to perform in most of the best venues not only in Dublin but also in Cork, Wexford, Belfast and Florida.
Alexandra Douglas
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts
Graduate
“At ACD I was treated and valued as a person and not just another number. I was allowed and encouraged to explore outside of my chosen discipline. The close, personal experience I received was one that prepared me for life beyond education.”
A word from the team at ACD
David Wray
Head of Music
As head of music at American College Dublin, I am proud to be part of the creative team that assisted in establishing the BFA in Musical Theatre programme which is recognised as the first accredited musical theatre conservatory degree in Ireland.
With a nurturing community of teachers and peers, and a forward thinking curriculum that is continually evolving, the musical theatre and performing arts programmes will equip you as a practitioner for the professional industry.
Mary MacDonagh
Head of Dance
At American College Dublin, we take great pride in delivering performances and production to the highest professional standards, showcasing the students’ skills and talents.
Above: Emma Dunleavy & Ptolemy Eggers in ACD’s production of Little Women. Photo Credit: Eamonn B. Shanahan
Duncan Brickenden
Music/Vocal Studies
Teaching in the Performing Arts faculty of the first and most enriched musical theatre course in Ireland has a certain level of responsibility that inspires me and hopefully my students every day. Many students after fourth year are signed within months to agents in London and this is a testament to the incredible home grown talent in Ireland and the unique, world-class training at the American College, Dublin.
Peter
McCamley
Acting
It is the Acting department’s mission to enable the creative development of the actors imagination through the ongoing work on the awareness of the self and a deeper understanding of the actors role of truth.
Above: Sarah Gilroy & Cast in One Touch of Venus
Photo Credit: Eamonn B. Shanahan
Past Productions
by American College Dublin
