Students are permitted to travel by themselves on campus and in the direct surrounding area, but are encouraged to always use the buddy system. A map of “student boundaries” will be provided. ArtsBridge staff are always available and nearby should a student need assistance in navigating the campus, understanding their schedule, or anything else that […]
Students should bring comfortable clothing for their everyday classes, dance attire for dance classes (if applicable), and audition appropriate clothing for initial and final assessments. A more detailed packing list will be provided to enrolled students.
Meal plan costs are included in “Room & Board,” which is paid for ahead of time for residential students. Extra snacks, souvenirs, and other provisions will not be provided, so cash or a credit/debit card is something to seriously consider.
Some classes will have specific assignments for students to complete before the start of the program (for example: memorizing an assigned monologue or reading a play). This varies based on the program and class. Details will be provided to enrolled students.
The Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is the nearest airport and is less than 5 miles from campus. For students traveling alone, ArtsBridge will offer shuttle service to and from the airport at specific times for arrival and departure. The shuttle is provided at no additional cost. Students arriving outside the shuttle times will need […]
All students are encouraged to attend the full length of the program for the best possible student experience. However, late arrivals can be accommodated on a case-by-case basis.
No, late departures cannot be accommodated. All students must depart campus within the regular check-out time.
John is an actor, writer, director and producer for both stage and screen. He is currently in post-production for a feature-length film he’s directing featuring Annette Bening, Laura Dern, Common, Michael C. Hall, among others. He wrote and directed the award-winning short film, Children of the Struggle, about the fight for Black civil rights which was […]
Kathleen is a native of Montana. She holds a BFA from University of Montana and a diploma from The Juilliard School of Drama. Her professional acting credits include Broadway: THE FATHER, FISH IN THE DARK, ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, A DEATH OF A SALESMAN, CORAM BOY, THE CONSTANT WIFE, AFTER THE FALL, A FEW GOOD MEN. […]
Catherine Weidner is a professor in the Schol of Music, Theatre & Dance at Ithaca College. She is a teacher, professional director and actor. She served as Chair from 2013-2021, and as Interim Director of Ithaca College’s London Center in 2021-2022. Her professional directing includes multiple seasons for Theater at Monmouth in Maine, including Two Gentlemen […]