Acting for Stage and Screen
3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Perform in live productions and act in student movies
Overview
Upcoming Intake: Fall 2023: College Drive – North Bay
Learn the tools of the trade necessary to be successful in the worlds of theatre, film and television in this fast-paced program. You will train under professionals currently working in the industry and have the opportunity to act in Digital Cinematography student movies. This three-year program culminates with a graduate contemporary theatre company where graduates have the opportunity to perform in one or more live productions.
Your Future Career
- Theatre, film and television
- Commercials
- Radio
- Voice-overs
What You Learn
- Acting and scene study
- Film and television performance
- Movement
- Voice, speech and singing
- Improvisation
- Creative writing
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Requirements
OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U, Mandatory interview and audition
If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.
View current English Language Proficiency Requirements.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1
| CMM125 | College Communication I |
| THA101 | Acting Fundamentals |
| THA104 | Introduction to Movement |
| THA106 | Theatre History: Ritual to the 19th Century |
| THA108 | Introduction to Voice for the Actor |
| THA110 | Introduction to Speech for the Actor |
Semester 2
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (ACT Sem 2) |
| THA201 | Contemporary Scene Study for Stage and Film |
| THA202 | Intermediate Movement for Actors |
| THA204 | Theatre History: 19th Century to Present |
| THA208 | Introductory Dance |
| THA210 | Voice and Speech for the Actor |
Semester 3
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (ACT Sem 3) |
| THA300 | Modern Scene Study/Canadian Scene Study |
| THA304 | Canadian Theatre History/First Folio of Shakespeare |
| THA308 | Introductory Singing for the Actors |
| THA309 | Performance Seminar #1 |
| THA310 | Improvisation for the Actor |
Semester 4
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (ACT Sem 4) |
| THA500 | Film Performance |
| THA504 | Auditioning for Commercials |
| THA508 | Musical Theatre Performance |
| THA510 | Dance Styles for Musical Theatre |
| THA512 | Singing for Musical Theatre |
| THA514 | Voice Over and Narration Techniques |
| THA612 | Self-Producing for Actors |
Semester 5
| THA400 | Intermediate Acting: Shakespeare |
| THA401 | Stage and Film Fighting Technique |
| THA403 | On Camera Auditioning Techniques |
| THA405 | Performance Workshop |
| THA406 | Intermediate Singing for Actors |
| THA410 | Intermediate Voice for the Actor |
| THA412 | On Camera Skills and Techniques |
| THA614 | Auditioning Techniques |
Semester 6
| THA600 | Theatre Performance |
| THA608 | Survival Skills for Actors/Business |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2023-24 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma
College Drive Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2720.24 | $1320.38 | - | - | $4040.62 |
| 2 | $2720.24 | $1165.38 | - | - | $3885.62 |
| 3 | $2720.24 | $1165.38 | - | $450 | $4335.62 |
2023-24 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma
College Drive Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14807.18 | $1900.38 | - | - | $16707.56 |
| 2 | $14807.18 | $1745.38 | - | - | $16552.56 |
| 3 | $14807.18 | $1745.38 | - | $450 | $17002.56 |
What You Need
What You Need
Textbooks:
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
Technology/Devices:
Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.
To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD
You will also need:
- Semester 1-2: Textbooks and movement class clothing - up to $400
- Semester 3-4: Textbooks and possible field trip(s) - up to $400
- Semester 5-6: Professional head shots for The New Generation Showcase - apx. $200
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.
Further Your Education
Further Your Education
There are many options available to students who already have some postsecondary education.
Whether you are looking to study at Canadore from another school, continue your education at Canadore, or looking to pursue further education elsewhere, we can help find the right path for you!
Whether you want to Transfer TO Canadore, Transfer WITHIN Canadore, or prepare to Transfer FROM Canadore, we've got you covered!
Learn more about Credit Transfer and Pathway opportunities here.
