Sheridan's new Honours Bachelor of Music Theatre Performance gives students theoretical and practical training in three core disciplines of acting, singing and dance through a comprehensive and holistic approach that will prepare you to perform in an international landscape.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of Sheridan's prestigious Music Theatre Performance program are highly sought-after in the industry for their cultivated skills, sophisticated professionalism, and consummate practical performance experience.
Sample Career Opportunities
Canadian summer theatre festivals (Stratford, Shaw, Charlottetown, Drayton)
Disney World, Tokyo Disney and other major theme parks
International cruise-ship lines
Regional theatres (MTC, Neptune, Canadian Stage, Soulpepper)
Directing, Choreography, Music Directing
Administration Roles (Artistic Director)
Broadway
Learning Outcomes
The successful completion of the program will enable the graduate to:
Research the history of music theatre to provide a foundation for an acting, vocal and dance practice.
Establish a professional portfolio to support the pursuit of a variety of leadership and performance roles within the musical theatre industry.
Perform various styles of acting, singing and dance repertoire as required by current music theatre and related industries at an entry-level professional standard.
Create individual and collective music theatre performances using methods informed by creative problem-solving, research and scholarly writing.
Engage the audience through the development of theatrical elements such as theme, narrative, imagery, characterization and relationship.
Portray compelling characters by entering into the mind, body and voice of the character, informed by thoughtful research of human behaviour.
Exhibit musicianship including reading, writing, listening and interpretation, in and outside of performance.
Employ critical awareness and independent thinking through the integration of reflective and self-evaluation practices.
Establish collegial working relationships that incorporate industry protocols and professional etiquette through effective communication and collaboration.
Generate personal and career strategies to support longevity in the music theatre industry.
Develop a disciplined set of personal behaviours for the audition, studio rehearsal and performance.
Develop entrepreneurial strategies that utilize appropriate research, communication and technological skills