Founded in 1904 and located in London, England, the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts is world-renowned for its specialty in the dramatic arts. Students at RADA study acting, direction, design, stage management and technical stagecraft. The Royal Academy's professional standard student productions are attended by agents, managers, casting directors and industry associates from all over the world. RADA is also associated with the Conservatoire for Dance and Drama. Its distinguished alumni include Uta Hagen, Clive Owen and Anthony Hopkins.
Berklee College of Music is located in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1945 by Lawrence Berk, Berklee believe that students best prepare and perform when they practice and study contemporary music. Berklee is the largest college specializing in contemporary music in the world. It prides itself on evolving with the music of the times as well as the music industry. Berklee's student body is made up of musicians from over 70 countries. Its distinguished alumni include greats such as Quincy Jones, John Petrucci and Al Pitrelli.
The Juilliard School is one of the most respected musical and dramatic institutions in the world. It's mission is "to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world, so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens." Located in the heart of New York City, Juilliard only accepts 7% of its applicants. The Juilliard School offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in the areas of dance, drama, music and liberal arts. Its notable alumni include Yo-Yo Ma, Kevin Klein, Val Kilmer and Robin Williams.
Founded in 1859 by Peter Cooper, The Cooper Union is a privately funded college located in the East Village in New York. The Cooper Union School of Art helps general visual and design artists master their craft. The Cooper Union's mission is to assist young artists in becoming versatile, resourceful creators able to positively affect the problems of the future. Each student admitted to the Cooper Union receives a full scholarship to earn their Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Notable Cooper Union alumni include Max Fleischer, Thomas Edison and Augusta Savage.