Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting for the Theatre

Train to become a versatile actor with a rich diversity of skills, ready to take on a wide range of roles and theatrical styles.

Begin by acquiring core acting skills such as text interpretation (scene and monologue work), movement, voice and presence, characterization, and ensemble work. At the same time, grow into a well-rounded theatre artist by studying dramaturgy/script analysis, collaborative methods, theatre history and theory, and scenographic design fundamentals.

As you move through the program, explore more advanced techniques and specialty skills, such as stage combat, theatrical Biomechanics, Viewpoints, singing, dialects, audition and camera, among others. Progress from acting styles rooted in psychological realism to range-expanding techniques based in psychophysical and non-realistic approaches. Apply your growing skillset by performing in productions of plays by great contemporary playwrights and iconic writers from the past. Youll also have opportunities to create and perform original work.

Throughout your degree, gain exposure to the professional theatre scene in Montreal and beyond. You may do a supervised internship with an organization such as the Segal Centre, the Centaur Theatre, Geordie Theatre, and Bread and Puppet Theater. You may also have the chance to participate in an international exchange program or field schools, recent opportunities have included programs in Chinese opera in Beijing, and post-dramatic theatre in Germany.

By the end of the program, youll emerge with a clear sense of your own theatrical identity. Youll know what kind of work you want to do and what kind of stories youre inspired to tell, and youll have the confidence, abilities, and artistic daring to step into a professional career.

High School: C+
ACT or SAT is NOT required
International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
British system of education (GCE):
A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results

Graduation from an accredited high school. Students at American curriculum schools should include a school profile with their admissions application.

IELTS - Score of 7 or higher, no component score under 5.5
TOEFL iBT - Score 90 or higher, with a minimum combined score of 34 for speaking and writing.
Duolingo - DET score of 120 and above with no subscore under 90