The master’s program in theatre studies is designed to have students develop research expertise in an area of their choice while training in the broader theoretical, critical and historical contexts of the field.

Masters students will enjoy strong mentoring relationships with faculty members as they progress through their degree and research. The University faculty are specialized in research on a variety of topics including: alternative theatre and cinema, theatre and health, disability theatre, dramaturgy, the reception of cult cinema and performance, 20th century Chinese and Japanese theatre, intercultural performance, and Asian North-American theatre, as well as Canadian, American and modern British theatre.

Program Components: Coursework + Thesis required

Supervision

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Instructions regarding supervisor contact for Master of Arts in Theatre (MA)

Applicants should browse faculty profiles and indicate in their application who they are interested in working with. No commitment from a supervisor prior to applying is necessary, but contacting faculty members is encouraged.