This program offers a strong foundation of historical and contemporary critical and theoretical approaches to theatre and performance. It features a unique performance studies approach which relates performance to the broader field of cultural studies and encourages students to complement their research with an understanding of the complex dynamics of the creative process. In addition, students have the opportunity to study a variety of periods, genres, philosophies and styles examined from comparative, historical, Brechtian, feminist, intercultural, post-colonial and critical perspectives including gender studies, audience reception, semiotics, phenomenology, and discourse analysis.
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
Apply online at https://www.ualberta.ca/graduate-studies/prospective-students/apply-for-admission.
Application Materials Include:
• Official transcripts from all universities attended. These are scanned into your on-line application, with paper copies to follow at a later date.
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• A recent writing sample on a drama-related topic
• Research proposal in pdf (not binding, students may change their research focus in the course of their program)
• 3 letters of recommendation
• TOEFL or IELTS score, when applicable |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.