Acting for Stage & Screen
TBH (2021)
The Acting for Stage and Screen Diploma is an immersive, three-year training program that provides students with the skills necessary to begin a professional acting career in theatre, film and television.
Acting for Stage and Screen (ASAS) is a conservatory-style program, meaning you take most of your classes throughout your three years here with the same cohort of students. We believe that the community you build with your cohort and your instructors is a vital part of your learning.
You’ll take courses in: acting, voice, and movement, as well as a variety of other courses, including techniques in acting for the screen. The ASAS program also collaborates with the School of Motion Picture Arts, both through courses and also student projects. All courses are taught by faculty who are professionals in their fields.
In the final year of the program, all students perform in at least one of our Mainstage shows, presented on the Blueshore theatre.
What to Expect
Hunter Johnson as Colonel Mustard and Eliselle Pingol as Mrs. White in Clue on Stage (2023).
FAQ’s
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Detailed instructions on how to apply and the requirements of admission can be found here.
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Yes. Everyone who applies to ASAS must audition.
The audition process varies slightly from year to year, but generally it always includes two components: an interview, and a monologue.
You may be asked to do a group component; you may be asked to do a callback. Distance auditions are available.
Detailed instructions will be sent to you once your initial application to CapU has been received.
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Deadlines for applications can be found here.
Usually, we do two rounds of auditions: one in February and one in May for the following fall.
If you are determined to attend school in the fall, we recommend you submit your application in time for the earlier audition cycle (February). -
It varies between the different years of the program, but overall the majority of your classes are studio classes, meaning you are on your feet, and learning and practising those skills right there in class. Assignments are often practical as well, and presented in class.
For a complete list of ASAS courses and links to course outlines, go here.
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Yes. The ASAS program has many opportunities to perform that are included as courses in your program.
Generally, 1rst Year is focussed on building foundational skills and in-class work. However, in 2nd Year there is a performance project presented in the Arbutus Studio, and in 3rd Year, the performance project is presented in the Blueshore Theatre. Both of these productions are open to the public.
Other performance opportunities include in-class scene work, screen projects, and working with MOPA students.