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York University Singers perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City
The York University Singers, an ensemble comprised of students and alumni from York’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), took the stage...
Professor Jennifer Fisher wins Art Basel Award
AMPD alumni nominated for Canadian Screen Awards
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York University Singers perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City
The York University Singers, an ensemble comprised of students and alumni from York’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), took the stage at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall in New York City on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
AMPD alumni nominated for Canadian Screen Awards
With nominations in over 50 categories, graduates are recognized for excellence in performance, direction, writing, music, cinematography, sound, and more.
AMPD Alumni Shine at 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards
York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) proudly celebrates five alumni who were recognized at the 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards. Now in its 12th year, the annual celebration honours the standout voices and productions that shaped Toronto’s theatre scene over the 2024–25 season.
Five AMPD alumni named in York University’s 2025 30 under 30 list
Five AMPD alumni have been recognized in York University’s 2025 Top 30 Alumni Under 30! This year’s list celebrates alumni who are using their creativity, leadership and education to make a meaningful impact, both locally and globally.
Digital Media Alumni Win Top Prizes at Ubisoft Toronto NEXT Challenge
Two alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) Digital Media program have won top prizes in the highly competitive Ubisoft Toronto NEXT Challenge, a major competition that helps launch Ontario’s next wave of game developers.
AMPD Alumna earns global recognition with two major awards at Berlin International Film Festival
Lesley Loksi Chan (BFA ‘08, MFA ‘18), a Canadian artist, filmmaker and alumna from AMPD, received international acclaim at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival (Bernaline) for her short film, Lloyd Wong, Unfinished.
Industry Talks 2.0 Wraps with Big Ideas and Bold Conversations
Industry Talks 2.0 wrapped its final event this March. Hosted at YUMMS at Cinespace, the series combined real-world insight with meaningful creative exchange, giving AMPD students a front-row seat to career paths in Canada’s evolving film, television and media industries.
From the Classroom to the Global Stage: Theatre students are making their mark across Fringe Festivals
Many productions that begin in the classrooms and theatres of AMPD don’t end there—they go on to captivate audiences across Canada and beyond. The Department of Theatre, Dance & Performance has a history of nurturing student-led productions that go on to thrive at national and international stages.
AMPD Faculty and Alumni Recognized Among 2025 Juno Award Nominees
AMPD is once again making its mark on Canada’s biggest night in music. The 2025 Juno Award nominations have been announced, and several outstanding AMPD faculty and alumni have been recognized across multiple genres.