MFA Theatre
Our MFA (Performance Creation) program is an intense, full-time course of study for experienced performers. It is the only program of its kind in Canada and offers experienced performers an opportunity to re-examine their approach to their craft by deepening their knowledge and honing their skills in a unique 5-semester conservatory environment. A hybrid program of performance, creation, and devising. Students take courses in performance, design and directing while being given time to develop their own work.
Performance Creation Curriculum
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Fall (required) – Research Seminar – Solo Creation – Recommended 1-2 Cognate courses. Depending on your areas of interest. Winter (required) – Solo Creation – Recommended 1-2 Cognate courses. Depending on your areas of interest. | Fall (required) – Creation and Collaboration – Recommended 1-2 Cognate courses. Depending on your area of interest. Winter (required) – Creation and Collaboration – Thesis performance There are many other courses available in the School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design, including: – Sustainable Staging Techniques – The Interactive Stage – Dance Video – Undergraduate performances classes in Voice, Movement & Acting |
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The Graduate Program in Theatre at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. Contact our Graduate Program Assistant to learn more.