University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

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Theatre Voice Pedagogy

University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
Voice and Opera
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:Musicians and Singers

Description:

The only graduate degree program in Canada dedicated to training professionals in voice, speech and text instruction.

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.
    The Department's minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an average of 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate work (or graduate work) at the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 90] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 85]
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Portfolio
    Curriculum Vitae/Resume

    3 letters of recommendation

    • Letter of intent outlining why you want to teach voice, speech and text, where you see yourself after this program, and anything else you can say to let us know about your ambitions, skills, experiences, and interests--include a description of your previous work as a teacher and coach in a university, college or professional theatre context

    • Portfolio which includes reviews or commentaries on your work in performance, coaching or teaching

    • Please submit directly to the department a DVD of your teaching and coaching an actor or a class. Include exercises or activities (vocal or speech oriented) that develop some aspect of the actor's vocal life. Include some work on the application of this work to text in your coaching. Please keep it under 15 minutes.

    * 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