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York Music alumna reflects on AMPD roots and global film career
When Alokananda Dasgupta (BFA ’09) began her studies in Music at York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), she wasn’t sure...
Improvisation, friendship and global influences drive Professor Noam Lemish's new album
How Cineplex founder Nat Taylor’s cinema gift helped shape York’s pioneering film program
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How Cineplex founder Nat Taylor’s cinema gift helped shape York’s pioneering film program
Over the years, the Nat Taylor Cinema has hosted events that enrich York’s film students’ education. From master classes with renowned filmmakers to exclusive screenings of cutting-edge works, the cinema bridges academic study and professional filmmaking.
AMPD Faculty and Artists-in-Residence featured at 2025 Connected Minds Conference
York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), in partnership with Sensorium: Centre for Digital Arts & Technology, played a leading role at the 2025 Connected Minds Conference, held from Oct ...
Professor Janine Marchessault brings early IMAX history back to the big screen
A new research project led by Janine Marchessault, professor in York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design, is uncovering the little-known early history of IMAX – from its invention at Expo 67 to its transformation into a global cinematic phenomenon.
AMPD alumni earn accolades at TIFF 50
Filmmaker alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) were recognized with awards and honourable mentions at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
AMPD welcomes five new faculty members
This fall, AMPD welcomes five new faculty members. These accomplished artists, performers and educators bring a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives that will help shape the future of innovation and creativity at AMPD.
AMPD alumni bring exciting new work to TIFF
Alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) are once again making their mark, bringing new work in directing, editing, performance and cinematography to one of the world’s most influential film festivals.
Professor Taien Ng-Chan on Sensorium’s role in shaping the future of creativity and connection
This conversation explores the mission and impacts of Sensorium: Centre for Digital Arts and Technology and features AMPD Professor and Sensorium director Taien Ng-Chan.
AMPD Researchers receive new funding for transformative social impact research
York University researchers have received $5.7M in funding through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council’s (SSHRC) Insight Grants competition supporting 34 projects across the university, including four led by AMPD researchers.
Professor Ali Kazimi Receives 2025 Fire Horse Award for outstanding contribution to Media Arts
The Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival has named Professor Ali Kazimi, from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Fire Horse Award. The honour, announced in April, celebrates Kazimi’s exceptional contributions to the film and media arts community in Canada and beyond.