Theatre

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Study in one of the most comprehensive and immersive theatre programs in Canada. Take part in our mainstage season onstage and behind the scenes. Learn about the historical and modern importance of theatre. All theatre classes involve hands-on, experiential learning, so you’ll have many opportunities for internships and project work in the community. You’ll graduate with skills that are key to successful careers in every field.

Areas of focus

• Acting
• Design
• Performance
• Production and management

Careers

• Actor
• Agent
• Arts administrator
• Choreographer
• Communications coordinator
• Community outreach and education
• Critic, journalist, TV host
• Director
• Museum interpreter
• Musician
• Playwright or screenwriter
• Producer
• Production coordinator
• Set, costume or lighting designer
• Stage manager
• Theatre technician
• Voice artist or announcer

Sample courses

• Introduction to Production and Management Areas of Theatre - THEA 205
• Fundamentals of Play Analysis - THEA 206
• Acting for the Camera - THEA 304
• Directing I - THEA 331
• Performances in Popular Culture - THEA 339

Admission

Apply directly to this program as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.

Alternatively, you can choose another major and add this program as a minor to broaden your studies.

Ready to apply?

We'll walk you through all of the steps in the process, from submitting your online application to accepting your offer of admission.