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Program-at-a-glance
Length of Study

Two years, full time.

Study Options

Classroom

Credential Granted

Theatre Arts Diploma

Intake(s)

September

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Workplace Learning

There is no practicum with outside companies or organizations, but you will be practicing every day.

Transferability

University of Alberta (U of A):
Up to 30 course credits may be transferred to the Faculty of Arts.

University of Lethbridge:
You may be admitted to a Post-Diploma BFA (Dramatic Arts) or Post-Diploma BFA (Dramatic Arts)/B.Ed.

Upcoming Auditions
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May 26

Are you ready to take your love of musical theatre to the next level? Do you want to develop your talent as an actor, singer and dancer?

WE HAVE A [ PROGRAM ] FOR THAT.

Theatre Arts is a stimulating, intensive actor-training program for those who are passionate about musical theatre.

Learn

Bring your energy and talent to MacEwan University's Centre for the Arts and Communications campus in west Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.  Learn in a creative, supportive environment. In our Theatre Arts program you will study:

  • acting, singing and dance technique
  • voice and speech for the stage
  • music theory and ear training
  • musical theatre repertoire
  • theatre history and play analysis
  • audition technique
  • performance

Practice

At MacEwan University, you learn by doing. Theatre Arts is a full-time musical theatre actor-training program taught in a conservatory atmosphere. You will:

  • devote equal time to the three disciplines of acting, singing, and dancing
  • perform in musical theatre productions
  • perform in plays

Succeed

For over 30 years, MacEwan University’s Theatre Arts program has launched the careers of actors, singers and dancers who are working in Canada and internationally. Use your diploma to begin your career or transfer credits to pursue other educational opportunities.