Hi hi hi hi i realize this post has probably already been made and is hiding under some ancient corner I haven’t overturned yet BUT: I’m applying to Purchase and I really want to get in for playwriting. To make a long and story short, my parents and I have disagreements / questions about the program and how difficult it is to get in. Primarily, we have three questions:
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I told my parents that I vaguely remember reading somewhere that the playwriting program is selective. They responded by suggesting that I might have a better chance of getting into the school if I apply Undeclared, after which I can choose the major. I understand and agree with this idea in some ways, but I disagree in others. So what would people say is the best way to go about the situation? How difficult is it to get into?
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What style of writing are they looking for? When it comes to the Think Wide Open supplement, I’m considering writing a short play, maybe 5-10 pages. But my style of playwriting is somewhat non-traditional, abstract, poetic, whatever. My parents worry that stylistic differences may hinder me in terms of getting in, but I have faith in the Purchase admissions officers to not be stingy about traditionalism. Any insights?
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Finally, we’re a bit confused about how the conservatories work. Is Playwriting under the Theatre Conservatory, or is it under the general studies theatre department? Also I have no idea if i’m phrasing this question wrong, mostly because I am completely blind to how the conservatories work. If this is, like, a stupid question, y’all can abandon it. We’re gonna be calling the admissions office soon with similar questions, so I’m hoping that’ll shed some light on the situation.
TL;DR i’m a stressed and confused playwright pleading for advice from other playwrights on how to get into my top school
thank you all so much