Theatre Production Diploma
Overview
Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications
MacEwan.ca/Production
The theatre profession requires skilled theatre artisans and technicians. Theatre Production’s curriculum provides instruction and practical experience in lighting, audio, stagecraft, scenic painting, prop-making, costuming, projection, and management, ensuring that Theatre Production graduates are well-equipped for employment in the entertainment industry.
Instructors, who are members of the professional community, provide equal parts knowledge and experience. Instruction is complemented by hands-on learning in our new state-of-the-art performance spaces.
Career Potential
Theatre Production graduates are employed in professional theatre, film and television, as well as in the cruise line, conference and special event industries. Graduates have filled key positions at the Citadel Theatre, Winspear Centre, Edmonton Opera, Alberta Ballet, Edmonton International Fringe Festival, Alberta Theatre Projects, The Stratford Festival, Carnival Cruise Lines, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Disney, and Rexall Place, to cite only a few examples.
Technology Integration for Creative learning (TICL)
Students in the Theatre Production program will need to purchase an Apple laptop and necessary software identified by the program. This initiative is designed to maximize student learning through the use of digital technology and provide students with the tools required to succeed in the industry. For more information, see the program website (MacEwan.ca/TheatreProduction) or email theatreproduction@macewan.ca.
Contact Information
Program Requirements
The following program requirements are needed to complete the credential. Refer to the Student Plan as this plan identifies the usual course schedule.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ENGL 102 | Analysis and Argument | 3 |
| Choose an ENGL course from the following: | 3 | |
| Approaches to Literature: Trends and Traditions | ||
| Approaches to Literature: Narrative Across Media | ||
| Approaches to Literature: Contemporary Literature and Culture | ||
| THPR 100 | Theatre Production Boot Camp 1 | 3 |
| THPR 101 | Technical Crafts I: Audio & Lighting | 3 |
| THPR 102 | Artisan Crafts I: Paint, Props, & Costume | 3 |
| THPR 103 | Stage Crafts I: Carpentry, Drafting & Rigging | 3 |
| THPR 104 | Production I | 3 |
| THPR 121 | Technical Crafts II: Audio, Lighting & Video/Projection | 3 |
| THPR 122 | Artisan Crafts II: Paint, Props and Costume | 3 |
| THPR 123 | Stage Crafts II: Carpentry, Drafting and Rigging | 3 |
| THPR 124 | Production II | 3 |
| THPR 205 | Theatre History I: Ancient Greece through the Renaissance | 3 |
| THPR 211 | Technical Crafts III: Audio, Lighting & Video/Projection | 3 |
| THPR 212 | Artisan Crafts III: Paint, Props & Costume | 3 |
| THPR 213 | Stage Crafts III: Carpentry, Drafting & Welding | 3 |
| THPR 214 | Production III | 3 |
| THPR 221 | Technical Crafts IV: Audio, Lighting & Video/Projection | 3 |
| THPR 222 | Artisan Crafts IV: Paint, Props & Costume | 3 |
| THPR 223 | Stage Crafts IV: Carpentry, Drafting & Rigging | 3 |
| THPR 224 | Production IV | 3 |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
| 1 | Course is CR. |
The minimum passing grade for a course at MacEwan University is a D unless otherwise noted next to the appropriate course in the program of study.
Course Substitutions
| Credit Earned in: | May Be Substituted for Credit in Program Course: |
|---|---|
| TPPR 111 | THPR 100 |
| TPPR 102, TPPR 103, TPPR 104, TPPR 108 | THPR 103, THPR 203 |
| TPPR 204 | THPR 213 |
| TPPR 105, TPPR 110 | THPR 101, THPR 201 |
| TPPR 210, TPPR 215 | THPR 211, THPR 221 |
| TPPR 101 | THPR 205 |
| TPPR 106, TPPR 107, TPPR 212 | THPR 102, THPR 202 |
| TPPR 206, TPPR 207, TPPR 222 | THPR 212, THPR 222 |
| TPPR 117 | THPR 104 |
| TPPR 127 | THPR 204 |
| TPPR 237 | THPR 214 |
| TPPR 247 | THPR 224 |
| TPPR 203 | THPR 400* |
| TPPR 221 | THPR 413* |
| THPR 201 | THPR 121 |
| THPR 202 | THPR 122 |
| THPR 203 | THPR 123 |
| THPR 204 | THPR 124 |
*Note: These are key components of new courses, but do not/will not be 100% equivalent. Due to the nature of the combined courses (Artisan, Stage, and Technical Crafts), students must complete ALL applicable courses in order to earn credit(s) in the new Program of Study.
Program Regulations
Students are strongly encouraged to seek advice from their University Advisor about program planning.
Progression of Studies
Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet the prerequisite requirements as specified in descriptions for program courses.
English Requirement
Students must complete ENGL 102 and one of: ENGL 103, ENGL 104 or ENGL 105.
Student Plan
Students must follow the Student Plan (listed below) to complete this credential in the year(s) indicated by the plan. Students must consult with a program Academic Advisor regarding any deviation from the Student Plan, as this may extend the time it takes to complete the program.
| Year 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credits | Term 2 | Credits |
| THPR 100 | 3 | ENGL 102 | 3 |
| THPR 101 | 3 | THPR 121 | 3 |
| THPR 102 | 3 | THPR 122 | 3 |
| THPR 103 | 3 | THPR 123 | 3 |
| THPR 104 | 3 | THPR 124 | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Year 2 | |||
| Term 1 | Credits | Term 2 | Credits |
| Choose an ENGL course from the following: | 3 | THPR 205 | 3 |
| THPR 221 | 3 | ||
| THPR 222 | 3 | ||
| THPR 223 | 3 | ||
| THPR 211 | 3 | THPR 224 | 3 |
| THPR 212 | 3 | ||
| THPR 213 | 3 | ||
| THPR 214 | 3 | ||
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Credits 60 | |||
Admission Requirements
Applicants may be admitted to one of the following:
Regular Admission
To be evaluated through the Office of the University Registrar
Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent, with no course grade lower than 50 percent, in the following high school courses:
- ELA 30-1 or 75% in ELA 30-2
- Four subjects from Group A, B, C, or D
Notes:
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to present a broad range of subjects in order to benefit from the breadth of learning and to increase flexibility of future program and course choices.
- A maximum of two Group B subjects may be presented; they must be from different disciplines.
- A maximum of one Group D subject may be presented. Group D subjects used for admission must be 5-credit or any credit combination of at least 5 credits (e.g., two 3-credit subjects).
Mature Admission
To be evaluated through the Office of the University Registrar
Applicants must be 20 years of age or older and have been out of full-time high school at least one year by the beginning of the intake term. Applicants must have the following:
- ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65 percent (or equivalent)
OR
- Six credits of university-level English with no grade less than C-
Previous Post Secondary Work
To be evaluated through the Office of the University Registrar
Admission in this category does not imply or guarantee the transfer of any coursework and/or credential unless a block transfer agreement (internal or external) is in effect and published in the calendar by the Office of the University Registrar. In addition, transfer of coursework does not imply or guarantee that an applicant will be admitted.
Applicants must have successfully completed the following from a recognized institution:
- A minimum of 24 post-secondary level credits with a minimum Admission Grade Point Average (AGPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Additional Admission Criteria
All applicants must meet the following:
1. English Language Proficiency
To be evaluated through the Office of the University Registrar
Applicable to All Admission Categories
All applicants must meet an acceptable level of English language proficiency. We will require official documents such as high school or post-secondary transcripts or proof of successful completion of standardized language evaluation. Full details are available in MacEwan University’s academic calendar or online at MacEwan.ca/ELP.
2. Other Admission Criteria
To be evaluated through the Program
Applicable to All Admission Categories
Applicants are required to submit a brief questionnaire that explains (in 500-1000 words):
- Why they are interested in the program
- The career that they are seeking through the completion of this program
- A description of the last theatre production they attended
Applicants offered admission are required to complete Standard First Aid certification (including Level C CPR) by the beginning of the intake term.