Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore or above
Location: Europe, United Kingdom, England
GPA: 2.75

Program Overview

The London Theatre program is a 9­-week intensive study program offered every other Spring term.

During the study term, you will attend live professional theatre performances, sometimes including mixed media concerts, opera, ballet, or modern dance. In addition to contemporary London theatre, you may elect to study performance with London theatre professionals, meet with guest speakers, and have ample free time to explore London’s museums and other historical sites. Finally, you will travel to Stratford-­Upon­-Avon, Bath, Stonehenge/Avebury, and Brighton.

Students will also be expected to attend a few pre-departure meetings throughout winter term, the information for which they will receive after their acceptance. These meetings are required, and will be scheduled at a time when no students have class.

Dates and Deadlines

TermYearDeadlineArrival DateDeparture Date
Spring 2026202611/15/2025March 31June 9

The application process for this program is competitive: GEO staff will review your application materials, and a decision about your enrollment will not be made until after the application deadline. In some cases, an interview is required. If your application requires an interview, you will be contacted with further details about this process after the application deadline. Early applications are encouraged. Successful applicants will be offered acceptance from GEO. Selection will be based on a holistic review of your application. This includes a review of your GPA, transcripts (including courses taken and in-progress), any additional requirements or prerequisites (see section "Additional Requirements"), and written statements. 

 

Discount for Pell Recipients

To expand access to study abroad, GEO is offering a $500 discount for this program to UO students who currently have the Pell Grant as part of their federal financial aid (FAFSA).

Academic Details

This program is designed specifically for theatre majors, but students from related areas of the arts and humanities may also be eligible. Students may enroll for 12 -16 credits in Recent British Theatre, London Performing, and London Period Styles. Three of the 4-credit courses can be applied as upper division required credits for the major. 

You will generally have weekends free, although occasionally a show or concert may be scheduled on a Sunday evening. Plan to attend performances at least 5 nights a week. You are free to travel before and after the program.

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Additional Requirements

Previous college-level coursework or other significant preparation in Theatre Arts required. You should have at least two upper-division courses in Theatre Arts, and at least one of these should be in the Theatre History sequence (TA 367, TA 368, or TA 369).

Students will also be expected to attend a series of London Prep meetings the winter before departure.

Please Note: students are not accepted on a rolling basis for this program. Applications will be considered after the deadline.

Faculty and Staff

The faculty director for the program is Tricia Rodley, Ph.D., Instructor for University of Oregon Theatre Arts. Acting instruction is arranged and is conducted by teaching professionals from various London theatre schools. Local arrangements are made with the assistance of Ms. Jane Passes of Scholar Services (London).

Housing Description

You will be housed in a residence hall with one to three other students,with some having shared bathroom facilities. Each room has a small refrigerator. You will also have access to a kitchen. Students can making roommate requests, however it is not guaranteed.

Transportation to acting classes is by public subway (a transportation pass is provided as part of the program). Nearby subway stops provide easy access to all of greater London. Transportation for out-of-town journeys is by chartered coach or public rail.