IAMT Welcomes Charlie Sutton as New Head of Dance
The Institute for American Musical Theatre (IAMT) has just announced the appointment of Charles (Charlie) Rodriguez Sutton as the new Head of Dance.
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - New York
Professional Training Program
Professional Training Program
120 Madison AvenueNew York, New York 10016
800.463.8990
admissions@ny.aada.org
Degrees offered
Associates Degree of Occupational Studies
Certificate of Advanced Acting
Associates Degree of Occupational Studies (Musical Theatre Emphasis)
About the program
The goal of the Academy is to prepare students for acting careers in theatre, television and film. Our purpose is to provide a practical, post-secondary education that emphasizes the skills needed by an actor in today's competitive environment.
Notable alumni
Acceptance rate
The American Academy of Dramatic Arts - New York Professional Training Program has an acceptance rate of 81%
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