Theatre Arts at Studio 58 (Acting)

Training at Studio 58

Theatre Arts at Studio 58 offers a three-year acting diploma program and theatre production diploma program designed to prepare students for a professional career in theatre, film, television, and related arts. The programs graduate actors and production personnel who have a professional level of commitment and aptitude and who have acquired the skills to become contributing members of these professions. We maintain a close liaison with professional companies in Vancouver, casting agents, and directors, most of whom regularly employ our graduates. Intake is limited to ensure students receive intensive individual training.

Particular emphasis is placed on the development of an integrated voice and body as an expressive tool. Communication with the audience and fellow actors is stressed. Students are also encouraged to develop their creative contribution to the theatre process. The acting option comprises six terms. The emphasis in Terms One, Two and Three is on class and project work. Students in Terms One, Two and Three must also participate in extensive crew work on Studio 58 productions. Students in Terms Four, Five and Six, while continuing with class work, devote most of their time to rehearsal and performance. Attention is also paid to developing audition techniques for film and television and preparation of audition material to be used upon graduation. Acting for film and television is also covered.

Grading

To be eligible for the second and third terms, students must receive a minimum "C" grade in all subjects. To be eligible for the fourth and fifth terms, students must receive a minimum "B-" grade in Acting and a minimum "C" grade in all other subjects. To be eligible for the sixth term, students must receive a minimum "B-" grade in THEA 2350 at the end of the fifth term.

Repeating

For the policy on repeating, please contact the theatre arts department. Students wishing to switch their option may do so only with the approval of the theatre arts department chair/artistic director.

Materials and fees

• Students must pay a materials fee at the beginning of each term to cover the cost of theatre tickets, scripts, tapes, etc.
• They must provide outfits for movement work as required by their instructor. They are also expected to provide make-up as required, and to be prepared to have their hair cut or styled whenever needed for a part in a production.
• Production students will be required to purchase additional equipment and materials.
• An additional fee for head shots is required in the final term.

Course of study

Unless granted previous credit for university or college-level first-year English, students must enrol in the total program.