Overview
The Theatre and Performance Studies programme at York University provides a sophisticated platform for examining the cultural, political, and material dimensions of performance practices. This curriculum investigates performance across diverse contexts, ranging from traditional stages and dance studios to everyday social interactions and political arenas. By studying these varied forms, students develop critically-nuanced responses to public events and engage with ethically-driven forms of public life.
Why Theatre and Performance Studies at York University?
York University is committed to fostering a just and sustainable world through rigorous artistic inquiry and critical research. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary environment, working alongside expert faculty from diverse fields such as Anthropology, Cinema and Media Studies, and Gender Studies. The programme offers unique opportunities to engage in performance practice through dedicated workshops, department activities, and specialised coursework designed to bridge theory and practice.
Tuition Fee Breakdown
- International fee: CAD 6275 per semester
- National fee: CAD 1436 per semester
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Syllabus
The curriculum is structured around key areas of specialisation that reflect contemporary global and local issues. Modules may include:
- Canadian Theatre, Dance and Cultural Politics
- Postcolonialism and Globalization
- Cultural Policy and Theatrical Economies
- Gender and Sexuality
- Embodiment and Cultural Memory
- Environment and Cultural Geography
- Performance and Popular Culture
- Critical Pedagogy and Community Engagement
- Intermediality and Technology
Careers with Theatre and Performance Studies
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of professional paths within the cultural and creative sectors. The programme equips students with the analytical and practical skills necessary for roles in arts administration, cultural policy, and community engagement. By focusing on the political and social impact of performance, the degree also supports careers in education, media, and various public-facing organisations where critical thinking and cultural literacy are highly valued.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Theatre and Performance in the Americas: Memory, Colonialism and Power
- Solo Performance Creation: Devising for Solo Performance in any Medium
- Post-Apartheid Drama: Theatricalizing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
- Issues in Dance Ethnography & Cultural Studies
- Research Methods
- Performance Art: Politics and Aesthetics
- Suffrage and Sexuality on the Stage
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Toronto, Canada
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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General requirements
- Resumé or CV
- Statement of interest
- A writing sample (max. 6,250 words)
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents12550 CAD / year≈ 12550 CAD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2872 CAD / year≈ 2872 CAD / year
Living costs
Toronto
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Scholarships Information
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