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Academy Award–winning producer reflects on four decades of filmmaking and connections to AMPD
Academy Award–winning producer Niv Fichman reflects on four decades of filmmaking and his work with AMPD alumni helping shape Canadian cinema.
AMPD and industry partners launch first-of-its-kind production design workshop
From AMPD to Sundance, two alumni tie the knot at Film Premiere
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40+ AMPD Alum among 2024 Canadian Screen Award Nominees
On March 6, 2024, The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television announced the nominees for this year's Canadian Screen Awards. Among the nominees are over 40 York University School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design (AMPD) alums in diverse ca ...
Justice Fund announced gift to AMPD for Black, Indigenous students’ arts education
A $100,000 donation from the Justice Fund will provide financial support for 14 Black and Indigenous students to attend York University's School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design
AMPD Alum Appointed Executive Director of Toronto Fringe
In advance of the 36th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival, the non-profit charitable organization has announced the appointment of York University Theatre Alum Rachel Kennedy as the new Executive Director and co-lead. Rachel Kennedy, Toronto Fringe Executi ...
Shaking Up Shakespeare: New Podcast Examines Shakespeare's Role in Canadian Theatre
Launching January 15, 2024, the "Shaking Up Shakespeare" podcast redefines Shakespeare's impact on Canadian theatre, addressing diversity, colonialism, and accessibility.
York University Leads Ontario in Culturally Diverse Performing Arts Education, Study Reveals
A 2023 study ranks York University #1 in Ontario for cultural diversity in its Music and Dance curricula, highlighting the school’s commitment to inclusivity in performing arts education.
AMPD Launches New Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour 360 Prospective students worldwide can now experience AMPD 24/7, 365. The School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) has unveiled a new virtual tour resource to showcase its 300,000-square-feet worth of facilities, share st ...
AMPD Championed Creativity at Nuit Blanche 2023
York University’s AMPD joins Nuit Blanche Toronto on Sept. 23, presenting installations, exhibitions, and performances that explore innovation and the natural world.
Eight new faces joined the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design
The York University School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) welcomes eight new faculty members this fall.
AMPD Alumni Premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival
York University’s AMPD celebrates alumni talent in TIFF 2024 Official Selections, highlighting the global achievements of its graduates in cinema and screenwriting.