Arts in London

Program Overview

Arts in London is a four-week culture program in London, England. The program offers a variety of opportunities for students to attend concerts, theater, opera, and ballet and visit museums and art galleries while living in London.  Day long excursions to Canterbury and Cambridge provide the opportunity to experience "the arts" in different areas of Britain, while Celtic culture is explored during a long weekend in Wales.  

• Sponsoring Department: Conservatory of Music 
• Program Leader(s): Dr. Carolyn Hart
• Term: Summer
• Program Dates: TBD
• Estimated Cost: TBD (airfare not included) 
• Prerequisites: None
• Eligibility: Open to both Wheaton and non-Wheaton students
• Highlights: Experience Shakespeare at the Globe Theater and attend Evensong at Westminster Abby!

Course Offerings to be finalized

Students can earn up to 4 credit hours.

ART101: Art Survey (2 credit hours)
Cultural survey of the visual arts through visits to numerous London art galleries. 

MUCS 275/COMM 275: Musical Theater in London (2 credit hours)
Students will explore Musical Theater as a communication art form and study its development with emphasis on the relationship of London's West End to New York's Broadway. As part of the course, students attend the theater, opera, ballet and other shows.

Program Fees

The estimated program fee includes tuition for four credit hours, lodging, local group ground transportation, excursions, and some meals.

Program fees do not include the cost of airfare to/from London.

Learn More

If you have questions or would like to know more about the Arts in London program, contact Dr. Carolyn Hart, Associate Professor of Music, for further information.

How to Apply

To apply, visit GoGlobal, Wheaton College's registration system for off-campus study and international travel, research, and internships.