Concordia University is a public research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1974 following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University, Concordia is one of the three universities in Quebec where English is the primary language of instruction. We’re a next-generation university, continually reimagining the future of higher education. Located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, Concordia is the top-ranked university in North America founded within the last 50 years and annually registers some 51,000 students through its innovative approach to experiential learning and cross-functional research.

As a next-generation university, Concordia sets its sights further and more broadly than others. We align the quality of learning opportunities to larger trends and substantial challenges facing society. We pursue technology without losing sight of our humanity. We find inspiration through narrative and dialogue.

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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. You’ll 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, you’ll emerge with a clear sense of your own theatrical identity. You’ll know what kind of work you want to do and what kind of stories you’re inspired to tell, and you’ll have the confidence, abilities, and artistic daring to step into a professional career. Show less

Acting for the Theatre students begin by taking core theatre courses with all theatre students. As you progress and your skill base grows, you will take classes in specialty performance areas and advanced techniques.

You may also choose from courses that cover all practical aspects of theatre, including stage management, production, and dramaturgy.

Courses:
• ACTT 209 The Engaged Theatre Artist (3.00)‌
• PERC 211 Theatre in the City (3.00)‌
• PERC 212 Introduction to Dramaturgy (3.00)‌
• PERC 303 Theatre History and Theory to 1800 (3.00)‌
• PERC 306 Theatre History and Theory, 1800 to the Present (3.00)‌
• SCEN 209 Scenography I (3.00)
• ACTT 210 Scene Study I (3.00)‌
• ACTT 211 Voice and Movement for the Stage I (3.00)‌
• ACTT 321 Movement for the Stage II (3.00)‌
• ACTT 325 Voice for the Stage II (3.00)‌
• ACTT 331 Scene Study II (3.00)‌
• ACTT 231 Ensemble I (3.00)‌
• ACTT 332 Improvisation (3.00)‌
• ACTT 355 Voice for the Stage III (3.00)‌
• ACTT 358 Movement for the Stage III (3.00)‌
• ACTT 360 Ensemble II (3.00)‌
• ACTT 362 Laban for the Actor (3.00)‌
• ACTT 370 Clown for the Actor (3.00)‌
• ACTT 372 Stage Combat (3.00)‌
• ACTT 398 Special Topics in Acting (3.00)‌
• ACTT 432 Rasaboxes (3.00)‌
• ACTT 450 Advanced Acting Studio (3.00)‌
• ACTT 455 Voice for the Stage IV (3.00)‌
• ACTT 458 Movement for the Stage IV (3.00)‌
• ACTT 465 The Actor’s Profession (3.00)‌
• ACTT 498 Special Topics in Acting (3.00)‌
• PERC 311 Directing I (3.00)‌
• PERC 318 Playwriting I (3.00)‌
• PERC 321 Introduction to Performance Studies (3.00)‌
• PERC 322 Gender and Sexuality in Performance (3.00)‌
• PERC 323 Post‑Colonial Theory and Practice (3.00)‌
• PERC 324 Queer Theatre and Performance (3.00)‌
• PERC 351 Community Arts: The Art of Engagement (3.00)‌
• PERC 354 Popular Theatre (3.00)‌
• PERC 356 Puppetry and Performing Object Workshop (3.00)‌
• PERC 384 Performance Creation Studio II: Collaborative Practice (3.00)‌
• PERC 386 Interdisciplinary Approaches to Performance Creation (3.00)‌
• PERC 412 Expanded Dramaturgical Practice (3.00)‌
• PERC 421 Socially Engaged and Activist Performance (3.00)‌
• ACTT 480 Designing an Acting Workshop (3.00)‌
• ACTT 481 Conducting an Acting Workshop (3.00)
• ACTT 435 Creation Project (3.00)‌
• ACTT 436 One‑Act Project (3.00)‌
• ACTT 440 Supervised Acting Performance Project (3.00)‌
• ACTT 460 Classical Text Project (3.00)‌
• PERC 390 Performance Creation Studio (3.00)‌
• PERC 488 Short Works Festival (3.00)‌
• PERC 490 Performance Creation Mainstage (6.00)‌

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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