National Theater Institute (NTI)

"NTI is a practicum. It is your laboratory. It is a place to test your limits. It is a place to exceed your own expectations and perceptions of what those limits may be. It is a place to redefine what you believe is possible, the possibilities of what can happen in a day, and the possibilities of what can happen on the stage." - Rachel Jett, NTI Artistic Director

We are now accepting applications for the following semesters: NTI FALL 2026 SEMESTER — Focuses in Performance, Directing, & Playwriting

Early Bird Application Deadline ($1,500 Discount): April 6th, 2026
Regular Application Deadline: May 18th, 2026

*Applications may be accepted following the deadline for waitlist consideration as well as future terms. Please consult with NTI Program Representative & Admissions Manager Rachel Kelsey at ntirep@theoneill.org for more information on applying.

QUESTIONS? Contact us at ntirep@theoneill.org.

If the $30 application fee poses a financial barrier to you, please contact ntirep@theoneill.org before you begin your application.

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