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Bhabna Banerjee

Bhabna Banerjee

Throughout my program, I found my AMPD peers to be exceptionally talented, collaborative and inspiring, and I had incredible support from the faculty, particularly my final semester adviser Carol Anna McBride, who constantly inspired us students to think we could leverage our creative skills to bring meaningful change once we stepped out into the world. Bhabna […]

Blair Smith-Herbert

Blair Smith-Herbert

My education at AMPD played a vital role in shaping my career. It exposed me to a diverse range of genres and deepened my understanding between music and other art forms. One of my most memorable experiences was participating in the student-run Media Music Concert. It truly nurtured my passion for music in film and […]

Kaitlyn Wood

Kaitlyn Wood

There are so many things that I love about the Dance program, but I'd say my favourite thing is being able to work so closely with other artists my age and our teachers. It's just so incredible to be able to work every single day with the same people and get see growth in each […]

Kemora Manning

Kemora Manning

I love that at AMPD, we take a holistic approach to dance. We have the opportunity to learn not just about the physical practice, but also the history of dance and choreographic methods. We read, write and are fully immersed in the art of dance. These are the things I didn’t think I would get […]

Nisha Selvarajah

Nisha Selvarajah

The great thing about Integrative Arts is that it’s a multidisciplinary program, so I get to dive into every kind of medium – a little bit of film, 3D modelling, sculpting and more. I enjoy learning different art techniques, it's a great program for people who want to be well-rounded. Nisha Selvarajah Fourth-Year Integrative Arts […]

Tianna Reynolds

Tianna Reynolds

When I first looked into screenwriting programs in Canada, there weren't many options. So when I found AMPD, it really opened up possibilities for me. And of course, being in Toronto, it's easy to access studios and travel around. AMPD exceeded my expectations. Tianna Reynolds Second-Year Screenwriting Student

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 […]