• APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

    APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

    2027-2028
  • For which program are you applying? (Please note that this application will be updated to accept Production Design and Technical Arts applications beginning on November 2)*

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  • PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • What pronouns do you use?*
  • Date of birth*
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    4 digit year, 2 digit month, 2 digit day

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  • What is your first language?*
  • Other languages that you speak fluently?*

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  • OTHER APPLICATIONS

  • Are you applying to more than one program at the National Theatre School of Canada (NTS) this year?*
  • Which one(s)?*

  • How can I apply to more than one program?

    Simply fill out a form for each program you want to apply to, selecting a different program each time. After you’ve submitted and paid for your first application, you will be able to start a second one, with a 50% discount on the application fee.
    There is a separate form for French programs.

  • Have you previously applied to NTS?*

  • AUDITIONS

  • Where would you prefer to audition?*

  • Video auditions are reserved for international candidates and those living in remote areas.

  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    The following questions help us get to know you better. There are no requirements in terms of education or experience. We recognize that not everyone has had access to the same resources and opportunities.
  • Have you participated in any of the following activities or heard about NTS on any of the following platforms?*

  • EDUCATION

  • Please check level acquired

  • PERFORMING ARTS BACKGROUND

    Instead of filling in this section, you may also submit a theatre résumé. You can attach your résumé on the following page.
  • Have you taken any classes related to the performing arts?
  • Have you participated in any productions?

  • REFERENCES

    Please list the names of 2 people: a teacher, theatre professional, employer, coach or mentor, who are familiar with your work. At this time, we do not need a letter of reference. These people may be contacted in future to speak about your work.
  • Please provide contact information for two references*

  • DOCUMENTS TO UPLOAD

  • Feel free to upload your theatre résumé here instead of filling out the Performing Arts Background section on the previous page. Make sure to include all relevant training and experience. Playwriting candidates must submit a theatre résumé.

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  • Please upload a c.v. to help us get to know you, as well as your performing arts background. You may include non-theatre experience.

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  • Please complete the questionnaire and upload two plays of 20 pages each. Make sure that your name appears on each of your plays and that pages are numbered. Musical adaptations and translations are NOT accepted. Pick plays you have been working on for a while. 

  • Please upload a letter of intent, addressing the following questions:

    1. Why do you want to study Directing at the National Theatre School of Canada?
    2. What experience or training do you have in theatre and in the craft of directing?
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  • Upload a recent headshot (less than 3 months), in the following format:

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    Minimum 200 x 300 pixels
    Maximum 5 mb

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  • Playwriting Program -- Application Questionnaire

    In lieu of a cover letter please answer the following questions. Be as direct, honest and succinct as possible.

  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    This information is confidential. We ask these questions for statistical purposes and to get to know you.

  • The National Theatre School of Canada allows members of Indigenous nations in Canada to apply for free. When you get to the payment page, use the promo code ENTNTSCA-2027 to waive the application fee.

  • What is your current legal status in Canada?*

  • PAYMENT

    Note that application fees are non-refundable. A reminder that Indigenous people do not pay the application fee.

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