Imagine a world where your passion becomes your profession. A world where you captivate audiences with the content you create. At AMDA, that dream is within reach. Our BFA degrees in the performing arts and content creation blend rigorous conservatory-style training and creative innovation, empowering artists like you to reach audiences on multiple platforms.
Do you want to be a dancer who creates their own choreography? An actor who wants to direct and produce? A musical theatre performer who wants to write plays?
AMDA’s BFA Performing Arts majors are dynamic and innovative pathways for you to master performance skills while creating original content tailored to your passion. You will choose a focused track in Acting, Musical Theatre, or Dance, receiving conservatory-style training in that discipline. You will also learn how to create original content for new media.
You will become a versatile and industry-ready performer by marrying skills in content creation with your chosen performing arts major program. With focused tracks, our BFA degree programs foster a vibrant, collaborative community enriched with diverse global perspectives.
Dual focus- Develop exceptional skills in your chosen discipline (Acting, Dance, or Musical Theatre) while mastering the art of content creation.
Industry-relevant skills and entrepreneurial mindset- Learn essential skills in writing, producing, directing, and marketing your own content to carve your path in an ever-shifting entertainment industry.
World-class faculty- Learn from industry professionals and insiders passionate about mentoring the next generation of talent.
Unparalleled performance opportunities- Whether you pursue a dance, theatre, or acting degree, we have 170 productions a year, giving you invaluable experience through the variety of showcases and productions offered.
Flexible program options- Choose from our traditional four-year or accelerated 2.5-year tracks for your dance, theatre, or acting program.
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Our three BFA performing arts and content creation programs are offered in the heart of the U.S. entertainment industry: Los Angeles. Each is designed to develop your talent and content creation skills so you can thrive in today’s highly competitive entertainment industry. Immerse yourself in a world-class education that combines rigorous training with creative exploration.
Develop exceptional acting skills while mastering the art of content creation. In our Acting Concentration, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the entertainment industry, from performance to production in theatre, film, TV, and new media. Learn to collaborate effectively, think critically, and build a successful career as a versatile artist.
Master the art of musical theatre performance while developing your creative voice. In our Music Theatre Concentration, you'll learn to write, produce, and perform original content for stage and screen. Gain the skills and knowledge to excel in today’s competitive entertainment industry.
Become a versatile dance artist with a mastery of content creation. In our Dance Concentration, you'll develop choreography, produce dance content, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Gain the skills to navigate the dynamic world of dance and media.
AMDA College of the Performing Arts is a regionally accredited institution, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)—one of the most respected accrediting bodies in U.S. higher education. Regional accreditation by WASC affirms that AMDA meets rigorous standards for academic quality, institutional integrity, student outcomes, and continuous improvement. This accreditation ensures that AMDA’s degree programs are recognized nationwide, credits are transferable where applicable, and students receive an education held to the highest standards of excellence in higher education.