University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

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Theatre Practice

University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Areas of Research:Drama (Dramaturgy, Performance Studies, History, Theory and Criticism); Directing; Theatre Design; and Theatre Voice Pedagogy.
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $10,230
Careers:Actors and ComediansDirectors

Description:

The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Practice brings talented and motivated graduate students together with outstanding educators, active artists and theorists with local, national, and international perspectives in the performing arts. As a student of the MFA Theatre Practice your own process is at the centre. There is room for cross-fertilization in your training program as well as specialization in a chosen area. In addition, you will be introduced to numerous theoretical and artistic projects, in both research and creation, in which our faculty is engaged. The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Practice stimulates and deliberately challenges your activity as an artist working in the field of contemporary performance.



We recommend that students considering the MFA in Theatre Practice have a strong record of performance practice before applying. The program is aimed at mature artists (with at least five years of professional practice) who are interested in deepening or redirecting an already existing practice. This is a project-based degree offering advanced training for artists in the field of performance. The prospective student defines their area of specialization and designs an individual program of study based on their professional goals in consultation with Department of Drama faculty.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    An undergraduate degree in theatre or a related art form is required, along with substantial experience creating and interpreting theatre in professional or community settings. The candidate needs to contact the MFA Theatre Practice Coordinator, who will identify a faculty advocate (specialist in his/her proposed area of study) to advise on his/her application.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 90] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7]
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Portfolio
    Curriculum Vitae/Resume, including artistic and/or critical research, performances, workshops and publications

    3 letters of recommendation.

    You will be asked to submit contact information for your referees in your on-line application.

    Referees are prompted by the application system to submit their reference electronically when your application is complete and the processing fee is paid.

    Letter of intent articulating the reason you want to pursue a professional graduate degree--include a brief statement of your ambitions, skills, experiences and interests

    Portfolio or samples of commentary on your work in the theatre which may include supporting documentation that confirms your expertise in your area, such as a script, commentary, production plan, DVD, portfolio, writing sample, or other form of documentation that demonstrates your ability to handle an advanced program in your area. The online application system can accommodate up to 5MB in PDF, JPG or PNG format.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 05, 2022