The National Theatre of the Deaf is seeking applicanats for its Professional Theatre School program, which encompasses both traditional and progressive forms of acting, directing, and theatre practice. The focus of the PTS is on the quality of work rather than on the number of students enrolled. Students are expected to maintain a professional standard in work ethics and discipline, and must be over 18 years of age. They must also be highly motivated and be able to maintain the NTD's Professional Theatre School standard.
Enrollment is limited in the program to assure students of the opportunity to work in each class.
The program is sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Education, Special Education Programs. The Holy Family Retreat Center in West Hartford, CT, is the location host for this summer's program. It will run from July 16 to August 20, 2000. Application deadline is May 15th, 2000. The National Theatre of the Deaf offers a two-week theatre program, Professional Theatre School Junior, for Deaf high school students every summer.