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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 […]

Natasha Advani Thangkheiw

Natasha Advani Thangkheiw

I was about to accept my offer to NYU Tisch's acting conservatory (my former dream school) when my guidance counselor suggested applying to York University. The flexibility and autonomy that York's Theatre program offers are unparalleled! I've had opportunities to learn about producing, screen acting, playwriting and devised theatre, truly becoming a multidisciplinary artist. The moment […]

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 […]

Sean French

Sean French

I think my favourite thing about the Theatre program is how intimate it is and how you get to know every single person. It feels very welcoming and engaging. I'm learning skills that I will definitely be using. Sean French Second-year Theatre student

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

Ava De Luca Mele

Ava De Luca Mele

Theatre students and faculty members are some of the kindest people you will ever meet. I felt welcomed and encouraged each day as I navigated my way through first year. One thing that I found very interesting were the stagecraft labs (hand-sewing, machine-sewing, carpentry, lighting, scenic painting, sound editing). I truly enjoyed everything about first […]

Eric Koski-Harja

Eric Koski-Harja

By far the best thing that I have done in the program was a part of the production practicum class. Through this, I was able to gain so much on-the-job experience and explore new interests, such as technical direction and lighting design. This is how I’ve developed close relationships to my mentors and made some […]

Isabella Cappiello

Isabella Cappiello

My experience in the Acting area has been incredible. The tremendous faculty members I have had the pleasure to learn from continue to foster environments in which students are inspired to develop their most authentic and artistic selves, both independently and collectively. Isabella Cappiello Third-year Theatre student