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Exams and Diplomas: Acting Academy
The AIT, an AFAM academy recognized by the MUR, offers in Rome a highly qualified three-year pathway leading to the First-Cycle Academic Diploma in Acting. For the awarding of the First-Cycle Academic Diploma in Acting, a degree equivalent to a Bachelor’s, the Accademia Internazionale di Teatro adopts the following Teaching Regulations:
- In the three-year program, assessment is expressed in thirtieths. The exam is considered passed with a minimum grade of 18/30.
- Progression to the next academic year is subject to meeting attendance requirements, passing the required exams, participating in showings and productions, and earning a minimum of 60 CFA (Academic Formative Credits) per year, for a total of 180 CFA over the entire three-year program.
Learning Objectives
The course aims to train well-rounded actors, able to master vocal, physical, interpretive, playwriting, and directing tools. Students develop artistic and managerial skills to work in the performing arts and media sectors.
Specifically, the training pathway pursues the following objectives:
a) Mastery and knowledge of vocal and physical tools.
b) Mastery of the Italian language and its pronunciation (Spoken drama).
c) Mastery of the actor’s interpretive and performative processes (Research and experimentation).
d) Mastery of playwriting techniques.
e) Mastery of directing and screenwriting techniques.
f) Knowledge of musical language and its applications.
g) Mastery of cultural marketing strategies.
Career Prospects
a) Spoken theatre, experimental theatre, and tradition.
b) Film, television, and radio productions (On-camera acting).
c) Live performance in all its forms (Spoken theatre – Tanztheater – Musical).
d) Theatre pedagogy (Workshops – Seminars – Acting courses).
e) Theatre for communities (Storytelling theatre – Object/puppet theatre – Physical theatre).
f) Applied theatre and corporate theatre (Drama therapy – Drama-based training – Managing relational dynamics).
g) Dubbing/voice-over.
h) Designing and organizing cultural events.
Exams
| Materia | Contenuti | CFA |
|---|---|---|
| 1° Anno | ||
| Tecniche della recitazione I (esame vincolante) | Monologo tragico; Tragedia antica: rituale, poeta, narratore, corifeo; Maschera neutra; Costruzione del personaggio nel teatro d'autore; Dramma moderno | 13 |
| Recitazione poetica e in versi | Tecniche e interpretazione | 3 |
| Acting: recitazione Cine - Tv | Recitazione davanti alla macchina da presa, Metodo Strasberg | 4 |
| Tecniche dell'improvvisazione I | Racconti e favole orientali e occidentali | 4 |
| Tecniche del training fisico I (esame vincolante) | Training corporeo | 4 |
| Tecniche di emissione, fono-articolatorie e dei risuonatori I (esame vincolante) | Emissione e uso della voce | 2 |
| Esercitazioni tecniche di lettura | Lettura drammatica | 4 |
| Ortoepia della lingua italiana | Pronuncia e dizione italiana | 4 |
| Solfeggio e lettura dello spartito | Alfabetizzazione musicale | 4 |
| Storia dello spettacolo | Dalle origini alla Commedia dell'arte | 4 |
| Elementi di danza moderna e contemporanea I | Tecniche di composizione | 2 |
| Mimo e Pantomima bianca | Narratore, mimatore | 6 |
| Canto I | Tecniche vocali | 2 |
| Trucco teatrale | Make-up di scena | 2 |
| Costume teatrale | Progettazione e materiali | 2 |
| 2° Anno | ||
| Tecniche della recitazione II | Il Buffone medioevale e il buffone moderno; Shakespeare: monologo e dialogo; Comicità: Studio della “gag” e della “disfunzione” | 14 |
| Commedia dell'Arte | Maschere, lazzi, soliloqui | 4 |
| Acting e Nuovi media | Recitazione cinematografica | 4 |
| Recitazione in inglese | Acting in english | 2 |
| Tecniche dell'Improvvisazione II | Approfondimento tecniche | 2 |
| Training fisico II | Approfondimento delle tecniche corporee | 2 |
| Analisi e drammaturgia | Lettura critica e scomposizione dei testi | 6 |
| Tecniche di emissione, fono-articolatorie e dei risuonatori II | Perfezionamento della dizione e del timbro vocale | 2 |
| Storia del mimo e della danza | Evoluzione storica e stilistica delle arti corporee | 5 |
| Elementi di danza moderna e contemporanea II | Coreografie contemporanee | 2 |
| Canto II | Musical e recital | 2 |
| Acrobatica | Tecniche di nuovo circo | 2 |
| Diritto d'autore e d'immagine nello spettacolo | Normative e legislazione | 5 |
| Storia del cinema | Dal muto ai giorni nostri | 3 |
| Lingua inglese | Comunicazione | 2 |
| 3° Anno | ||
| Tecniche della recitazione III | Le avanguardie del ‘900 - Teatro dell'Assurdo; Il naturalismo; Farsa e commedia moderna | 15 |
| Metodo Feldenkrais | Consapevolezza corporea | 1 |
| Storia delle teoriche teatrali | Analisi comparata delle principali teorie teatrali | 4 |
| Educazione alla voce | Sviluppo espressivo e tecnico della vocalità scenica | 4 |
| Elementi di coreografia | Composizione scenica | 2 |
| Canto corale | Tecnica d'insieme | 4 |
| Manipolazione e recitazione con gli oggetti | Teatro di figura e open air | 4 |
| Project management per lo spettacolo | Organizzazione dello spettacolo dal vivo | 5 |
| Attività formative a scelta dello studente | Le attività a scelta dello studente consistono in attività organizzate dall'Accademia (es.workshop, atelier, laboratori, corsi extracurriculari, etc.) oppure in attività proposte dal singolo studente e approvate dal Consiglio Accademico | 10 |
| Prova Finale | Elaborazione e discussione di una tesi a scelta tra campo artistico o campo storico, metodologico e critico CFA 4; Creazione e presentazione di una prova performativa CFA 6 | 10 |
Study PlanDownload PDF
The Study Plan provided by the Course Regulations approved by the MUR with D.M. 111/2021 is structured according to the following disciplines:
- Actor’s disciplines
- Acting disciplines
- Physical and vocal disciplines
- Playwriting and Screenwriting
| Learning activities | Disciplinary area | Artistic–disciplinary sector (T=Theoretical – T/P=Theory/Practice – L=Practical Lab) | CFA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundational activities | Acting disciplines | Improvisation I and II 6 T/P ADRA002 | 49 |
| Physical disciplines | Physical training I Physical training II Feldenkrais Method 7 T/P ADRFV010 | ||
| Vocal disciplines | Vocal training Breath and Phonation I and II 4 T/P ADRFV012 | ||
| Language practice disciplines | Technical reading exercises 4 T/P ADRPL014 | ||
| Diction and orthoepy of the Italian language 4 T/P ADRPL015 | |||
| Music disciplines | Music literacy, solfège 4 T ADRM019 | ||
| Playwriting and Screenwriting | Text analysis and Playwriting 6 T ADRDS029 | ||
| Historical and critical disciplines | History of theatre, directing, mime and dance 14 T ADRSMC038 | ||
| Core activities | Acting disciplines | Acting Techniques I Acting Techniques II and III 42 T/P ADRA001 | 88 |
| Verse Acting I Verse Acting II 6 T/P ADRA005 | |||
| Acting in English 2 L ADRA004 | |||
| Film and TV Acting – Acting and New Media 8 T/P ADRA003 | |||
| Physical and vocal disciplines | White mime and pantomime Commedia dell’Arte 10 T/P ADRFV007 | ||
| Voice training 4 L ADRFV011 | |||
| Elements of Modern and Contemporary Dance I and II – Elements of Choreography 6 L ADRFV013 | |||
| Music disciplines | Singing I and II – Choral singing 8 T/P ADRM017 | ||
| Scenic design and realization | Stage make-up 2 T/P ADRPRS027 | ||
| Total credits mandated by DPR 212 within Foundational and Core activities | 137 | ||
| Learning activities | Disciplinary area | Artistic–disciplinary sector | CFA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Related or integrative activities | Scenic design and realization | Costume design, fabrics and materials 2 T/P ADRPRS028 | 23 |
| Physical disciplines | Acrobatics 2 L ADRFV009 | ||
| Object/figure theatre disciplines | Manipulation and handling of stage objects 4 L ADRTF037 | ||
| Historical, methodological and critical disciplines | Film history 3 T ADRSMC039 | ||
| Performing arts management disciplines | Copyright and image rights in the arts 5 T ADREOS033 | ||
| Additional activities | Language practice disciplines | English language 2 T ADRPL016 | |
| Performing arts management disciplines | Project management for the performing arts 5 T ADREOS033 | ||
| Student elective activities | Electives consist of activities organized by the Academy (e.g., workshops, ateliers, labs, extracurricular courses, etc.) or activities proposed by the student and approved by the Academic Council. | 10 | |
| Activities for the final exam | Choice of: - Artistic disciplines - Historical/critical disciplines | Preparation and discussion of a thesis chosen from: - artistic field - historical/critical field 4 T/P | 10 |
| Acting disciplines | Creation and presentation of a performance piece within an Academy production 6 T/P | ||
| Total Academic Formative Credits for the Three-year First-Cycle Academic Diploma in Acting | 180 | ||
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Academic Diploma in Acting equivalent to a bachelor’s degree?
Yes. The First-Cycle Academic Diploma is legally equivalent to a bachelor’s degree (L. 228/12), recognized by the Ministry of University and Research (MUR) within the AFAM (Higher Education in Art, Music and Dance) system.
What subjects are studied in the three-year course?
Main disciplines include: acting, improvisation, physical and vocal training, singing, mime, Commedia dell’Arte, film and television acting, theatre and film history, playwriting, dance, and scenic design. There are also courses in English and project management for the performing arts.
How long is the acting degree course?
The program lasts a total of three academic years and requires earning 180 Academic Formative Credits (CFA), with mandatory exams every year.
What can I do after the academic diploma?
The Academic Diploma grants access to second-cycle degrees (two-year master-level programs), master’s programs, and public competitions requiring a bachelor’s degree. It also provides professional training to immediately start a career in theatre, film, TV, and new media.
Do you also study acting for film and TV?
Yes. The course includes specific modules dedicated to film and television acting, along with an in-depth focus on new media and performing on camera.
Do I need a prior qualification to enroll?
Yes, you must be 18 years old and have a secondary school diploma or an equivalent foreign qualification.
Are there internships or professional experiences?
Yes, the program is strongly oriented toward the job market and professional practice. Students stage original productions curated by the Academy, simulating a company environment: rehearsals, directing, premiere and runs. In addition, we organize workshops and labs with prominent national and international professionals.
Visit the INTERNATIONALIZATION section to learn about opportunities:
www.scuoladiteatro.it/risorse/internazionalizzazione-produzione-ricerca
How much practice is there compared to theory?
The course is highly practice-based, with daily hours dedicated to stage training, physical and vocal work, and artistic experimentation. The theoretical subjects complete the training with a solid cultural foundation. Exams are also predominantly practical.
Is the course suitable for out-of-town students?
Absolutely. The Academy welcomes students from all over Italy and from abroad. Rome offers ample housing options and the academic environment is international and inclusive.
Visit the STUDENT SERVICES section to learn about school partnerships: www.scuoladiteatro.it/risorse/area-studenti
What is the procedure to enroll in the Degree Course?
Admissions are held every year between mid-September and mid-October and are divided into three phases:
1. Introductory interview and aptitude tests, with documents and assessment of aptitudes.
2. Free preparatory course for the admission exam
3. Admission exam: monologue or dialogue, poetry, physical and vocal expressiveness.
Admission is based on an evaluation by the faculty and the examination committee.