London Theatre
About the Program
Spend three and a half weeks in London studying Advanced Shakespearean Acting with Professor Lance Marsh and Introduction to the London Stage with a faculty member of Roehampton University, the host university. Tour and see a play at the Globe Theatre in London. Spend a long weekend in Stratford-Upon-Avon where you will see plays at both the Royal Shakespeare and Swan theatres. Visit Bath, Stonehenge, and other historical sites and see several plays in London.
Quick Facts
Faculty Leader:
Professor Lance Marsh
Dates
- Arrive July 1, 2021 (usually requires a June 30 departure from the US)
- Depart July 25, 2021
Location
Roehampton University London
- On-Campus housing with single rooms, private bath, and shared equipped kitchens
- On-site laundry facilities available Wifi and linens provided
Credits earned: 6
- 3 hours of OCU credit
- 3-credits of transfer credit from Roehampton University (can transfer as THRE 4233)
Fee Includes:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Excursions to Bath and Stonehenge, tour and play at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
- Weekend in Stratford Upon Avon, including tickets to two Royal Shakespeare Company performances
- Airport pick-up
- Tickets to several plays in London as part of the Introduction to the London Stage course
Tuition and Fees
Program Fee $5475
Includes:
- 3 hours of OCU tuition
- 3 hours of Roehampton University tuition
- Student housing at Roehampton University
- Several excursions
- Weekend in Stratford Upon Avon
- Airport pick up and drop off on published arrival and departure dates
Additional Expenses
- International Airfare
- Meals
- Travel Pass
- International phone plan (required)
- Books
- See Cost Estimate
Use the Cost Estimate above to determine your costs for this program. You may also use these documents when applying for the OCU study abroad and Honors scholarships.
NOTE: Non-US citizens may need to obtain a visa to enter the UK. Failure to obtain a visa is not a valid reason to receive a refund of program fees.
Application Dates
Applications Open: November 20, 2020
Application Deadline: March 5, 2021 or sooner if enrollment limited reached.
Payment Deadlines
A $75 application fee is charged to student's account if student is offered a place.
A $500 nonrefundable deposit is due by April 1st.
Balance of program fee is due by May 30, 2021.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Some state and federal aid, generally in the form of student loans, may be available for eligible students
- OCU study abroad scholarship applies. Note that there is an early-decision scholarship deadline; however, this scholarship may not be used for the nonrefundable deposit.
Flights
Students will be met at London Heathrow or Gatwick airports if they arrive on the scheduled arrival date.
- Students should NOT purchase their airfare until after May 30, 2021, when the program's enrollment will be confirmed.
- Students who arrive earlier than the program start date or depart after the end dates must arrange their own transportation to and from the airport. Accommodation will not be provided or arranged for students outside of the published program dates.