Tech London Study Abroad 2009
1st Three Week Session
The Program:
This three week study tour of London and southern England offers a generous sampling of world drama as performed on the English stage. Students will see a broad range of theatre from the earliest dramatic forms to the most modern in London and Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare’s birthplace), including at least 10 West End plays and at least two Shakespearean plays. Classes include lectures and informal presentations by internationally known actors, actresses, and directors currently working in London. The program includes professionally guided tours of London and surrounding districts and allows ample opportunity for independent travel, visits to galleries, shopping, and sightseeing.
Eligibility:
Students must have a cumulative 2.7 GPA or better and be a full time student in good standing. Applicants should complete a brief interview with the University Theatre. In addition, one academic recommendation from a faculty member or advisor is required.
Deadline:
This program is expected to fill quickly so early application is advised. A deposit of $1,200 and a signed payment agreement will be required upon acceptance to the program.
The cost and what is included:
- All accommodations
- 21 Nights in London
- Weekend trip to Stratford-upon-Avon
- 10 West End Productions (London’s Broadway)
- 2 Stratford-upon-Avon Productions
- Tour of the National Theatre
- Tour and Talk at The Globe Theatre
- Tour of Shakespeare’s properties
- Tour of Warwick Castle
- Tour of Canterbury Cathedral
- Day trip to Roman Baths
- Day trip to Canterbury and Dover
- Walking tour of Oxford
- Walking tour of London
- Guest Speakers will be a well known London East End Actor, Actress and Director
- Round Trip Airfare
- Louisiana Tech tuition for six semester hours credit
- Scholar Services Limited fees
- Airport transfers
- All ground travel to tour sites
- Health insurance for the duration of the trip
- Financial Aid is available: Contact Aimee Baxter at Financial Aid at 257-2641 or aimee@ltfa.latech.edu regarding the Study Abroad Program. Financial Aid does not cover deposit requirements – see Ms. Donna Bancks Butler in GTM 223A to discuss deposit.
- Payment schedule and applications will be given out in Ms. Butler’s office. Any questions, please contact Professor Cherrie Sciro: 257-2930; lulu@latech.edu
- Total Estimated Trip Cost: TBA
Contact Information:
University Theatre
School of the Performing Arts
Cherrie Sciro
P.O. BOX 8608
Ruston, LA 71272
(318) 257-2930
lulu@latech.edu
Web sites of interest:
www.vroma.org/~bmcmanus/baths.html
