Course Description

Program Description Centennial College's Performing Arts Fundamentals program, offered by the School of Communications, Media and Design, provides students with the foundation they need to explore a wide range of career opportunities in the performing arts. Students will develop core skills in music, theatre and dance, but can customize their program through advanced elective courses and express their talents in collaborative, multi-disciplinary performance projects. Students will also attend shows and network with leading industry professionals throughout the cultural hub of Toronto and will leave the program with a personalized, professional video portfolio to help launch their career or explore additional performing arts education options. Graduates from this arts certificate program will have the opportunity for direct entry into any of the following programs at Centennial College's School of Communications, Media, Arts and Design at the Story Arts Centre: Dance Performance (2 year Diploma), Music Industry Arts and Performance (3 year Advanced Diploma) or Theatre Arts and Performance (3 year Advanced Diploma). Program Highlights Studio courses in all three core disciplines: Music, theatre, and dance. Specialized elective courses that let you either focus your training or broaden your horizons by trying something new. Interdisciplinary ensemble classes where you collaborate with your peers to create, remix, or produce original multidisciplinary performances. Opportunities to attend shows throughout the GTA, network with leading artists and producers, and to create your own critiques on a video blog. Personalized professional coaching on audition skills, resume writing, career management and financing. Students graduate with a professional headshot and show reel for their personal portfolio.

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