This ten-week, 3-hour-per-week directing class, led by Obie and Drama-Desk Award winning Ralph Peña (founding Artistic Director of Ma-Yi Theater Company), teaches you how to bring scripts to life on stage with practical, real-world skills. Each week, you’ll work on scenes from contemporary American plays, learning how to break down scripts, stage scenes, and create a clear and compelling story. The course will introduce ways to analyze texts, plan visuals, and craft powerful moments. You’ll also learn strategies for continued learning, helping you develop your skills over the long term. By the end, you’ll have practical tools to keep growing as a director.

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• Prerequisite: Open to all.