• The University of Alberta offers a Master of Fine Arts in Directing program for a duration of 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This is a professionally-oriented program which offers 6 directing exercises in various theatres, including 3 full-length productions.
  • In this program students will learn:
    • Directing essentials
    • Directing various kinds of texts and theatrical styles
    • Working with designers and other members of the collaborative team
    • Working in various staging configurations
    • Rehearsal process tools
    • Leadership
    • Collaboration skills
    • Orientation to the professional landscape
  • It provides more directing opportunities than most other programs such as primarily a series of workshops and directing experiences.
  • This program also provides 4 specialist directing seminars plus the thesis production and process.
  • Successful students are creative artists who aim to extend their knowledge and enhance their approaches to theatrical interpretation and creation.
  • University provides small class sizes allow for maximum contact between students and professors and encourage collaboration between students.
  • There are 20 full-time faculty experts with eminent professional theatre credentials and research records.
  • Drama graduate students are encouraged to apply for and are assisted in nominations for general awards, including the SSHRC Awards, FGSR Travel Awards, and others.
  • The department also provides different types of facilities like a highly experienced team of theatre, administrators, and production technicians.
  • Job opportunities for Master of Fine Arts in Directing are Film Director, Art Director, etc and the average salary goes up to 40,750 USD after completing this program.