MA Theatre Practice

University of Essex

Our interdisciplinary MA Theatre Practice provides an opportunity for you to develop advanced knowledge of different processes of theatre-making, international performance traditions, approaches to practice-as-research (PaR), and methods of writing, directing and devising in professional contexts.You will explore a diverse range of artistic approaches, gain insights into related critical discourses and develop an in-depth understanding of the possible interrelationships between ‘practice’ and ‘research’ – investigating how practitioners at the cutting-edge of the performing arts make their ideas a tangible reality.Be an actor, a writer, a director, a stage-manager, a producer – or something even more exciting An MA Theatre Practice degree opens many doors. Creativity, communication and versatility are highly valued skills in our rapidly changing world. We work with the university's Careers Services to help you find out about further work experience, internships, placements, and voluntary opportunities.

Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies