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IAMT is a post-secondary, two-year professional training program for students 17 years of age and up (exceptional dancers who are 15 or 16 years of age may be considered). We are looking to work with students who have the passion and desire to pursue a career in musical theatre. We believe in a positive approach to teaching by celebrating what is unique in you, while refining the unexplored potential of your individual artistry. We anticipate an exciting and energetic school year full of hard work and growth for all of our students. The Institute for American Musical Theatre is truly "Broadway's School."

Notable Alumni Include:

Kammie Crumm (Music Man Bway), Miriam Ali (Funny Girl Bway), Justin Mensah (The Lion King, National Tour)


Acceptance Rate:

The Institute for American Musical Theatre (IAMT) has selective admissions and a rolling admissions process with no deadline until spots are filled. The program requires video auditions and a 2-year full-time program in New York City.


Faculty Info:

Owner: Michael Minarik, Tony Award Nomination for Rock of Ages (Producer) and Broadway Actor in Matilda, Les Miserables, Rock of Ages, Urinetown (National Tour), Little Women (National Tour). Other notable faculty: Jenny DiNoia, Tonna Miller, Colin Hanlon, Lindsay Lancaster, Jason Howland, Ryan Emmons, Lizz Picini, Bradley Dean, Derek Roland, Deanna Doyle, Ted Keener, Justin Ramos, Mike Walsh, Marisa Merliss, Jimmy Ray Bennett, Anthony Murphy, Weston Krukow, etc.



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