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AMPD community featured across city festivals and showcases throughout the summer
Students, alumni and faculty from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) have been bringing their work to public spaces and...
AMPD community members recognized at 46th annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
Order of Canada honours three AMPD community members
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York University excels in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, with AMPD's Performing Arts ranking third in Canada and in the global Top 100
The 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject has placed York University's School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) among the top 100 globally and third in Canada for Performing Arts. This year's rankings evaluated close ...
Connected Minds research residency brings international performance companies to AMPD
Co-led by AMPD Professors Laura Levin and Michael Wheeler, 'Creative Collectivities' is one of five projects funded through the inaugural Connected Minds Team Grants.
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
A first-of-its-kind workshop hosted at the York U Motion Media Studio (YUMMS) has brought together early-career art, film and media practitioners to build professional sets entirely from reclaimed materials.
From AMPD to Sundance, two alumni tie the knot at Film Premiere
Gabriela and Jack met as students in the Cinema & Media Arts - Film Production program, where their creative partnership first began.
AMPD Music alumnus wins Grammy Award
Justin Gray (MA ’14) has won the award for Best Immersive Audio Album at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his album IMMERSED.
AMPD professor rethinks public art, earns national recognition
A public art project led by Professor Holly Ward has received national recognition for its sustainable, community-centred approach to public art.
Theatre alumna Rachel McAdams honoured with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Rachel McAdams (BFA ’01), Academy Award nominated actress and an alumna of York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design, has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
AMPD Professor Ian Garrett named York University Teaching Fellow
A new initiative involving AMPD faculty will strengthen teaching and learning at York University by empowering faculty members to lead innovation in pedagogy across disciplines.