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Joy Wong

Joy Wong

What I enjoyed about my program were the numerous opportunities to exhibit my work, collaborate with my peers, and do more interdisciplinary work. During my time at AMPD, I'm grateful for all that it gave me—a chance to make the work I want, exhibit it, and develop both my practice and confidence in my work. […]

Ori Dagan

Ori Dagan

All these years later – in addition to singing and recording – I am still producing concerts, showcases and festivals, and all because of York, which truly did inspire me to redefine the possible. Ori Dagan (BFA Music ‘07)  Photo: What A Difference O’Day Made: a celebratory concert honouring Anita O’Day that he produced at Burton Auditorium […]

Arun Srinivasan

Arun Srinivasan

The program at York exposed us to everything, from sets to costumes and lighting, of course, which is what I knew I would concentrate on. Arun Srinivasan (BFA Theatre ‘94)  Recipient of 10 Dora Mavor Moore nominations for his work in dance, theatre and opera. Read more in The York University Magazine.

Alexa Polenz

Alexa Polenz

My degree in Theatre from York University taught me to think creatively and solve problems in unique ways. In theatre, no two shows are ever the same, just as every event I plan at Union Station brings new challenges and opportunities. Alexa Alumna (BFA '16), Theatre

Kathryn Geersema

Kathryn Geersema

When looking at Canadian university Theatre programs, I was most impressed by York’s. There was something about the structure of the program, the choices to specialize, and of course, access to Toronto - a lively theatre city.  My program encouraged me to get to know myself as a person as well as an actor/performer/English Lit […]

Tuna Gümeli 

Tuna Gümeli 

As I stepped into my first class I was excited to started meeting a ton of international students like me, who traveled from all around the world for this program. I would’ve never imagined that I would be an artist who is developing a play he wrote in the heart of Toronto, but that’s exactly […]

Albert Shin

Albert Shin

I wouldn’t be the filmmaker I am today without my time at York. It gave me a great balance of theoretical and practical training that made me a more well-rounded filmmaker. Albert Shin, BFA 2006

Bill Bannerman

Bill Bannerman

The theory and fundamental skills I gained at York for creative movie-making through development and production prepared me for my career. I would suggest that students absorb the experience and learn by forcing mistakes, pushing the limits and networking. As one of my third-year professors said, ‘When you fail to plan, you plan to fail.’ […]

Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams

[In] York University’s vibrant theatre program, I received an education that I literally draw on every day. Rachel McAdams (BFA ’01)  Actress, credits include The Notebook, Mean Girls, Sherlock Holmes

Jade Silman

Jade Silman

I was drawn to York’s variety and offering of hands-on courses. My education was experiential, engaging, and most importantly, it was self-driven. Various connections with alumni, professors and other students have since created monumental impacts on my career success. remain deeply inspired by the powerful artists that I met during my time here. Jade Silman […]