Lycée général Gabriel Guist'Hau

Overview

Lycée Gabriel Guist'hau is a public general education institution located in Nantes, in the city center. Alongside its general programs, it offers a higher education program in applied arts: a DN MADE mention Spectacle.

The DN MADE (Diplôme national des métiers d'art et du design) is a three-year post-secondary program, recognized at the bachelor's degree level, which combines theoretical teaching (arts, design and techniques culture, humanities, languages) with hands-on project work in the studio. The Spectacle track orients the work toward professions related to the stage and image: scenography, stage design, costume, props, lighting, and world-building for theater, dance, music, or events.

Strengths

• A public high school setting, with tuition fees limited to university registration fees.
• A project-based pedagogy, often nourished by partnerships with cultural institutions, which matters particularly in the field of live performance.
• A favorable Nantes location: the city has a dense cultural and theatrical scene, conducive to internships and collaborations.

Who this is for

The program appeals to students drawn to designing spaces and stage devices, generally coming from a bac STD2A, a preparatory year in applied arts, or a general bac with a strong artistic portfolio.

Admission is through Parcoursup, based on application file and portfolio; it is advisable to check the exact tracks offered with the institution, as they may change.