The Department of Theatre at the University of Ottawa is founded on the belief that theatre research and theatre practice can and should exist side by side. Strong theoretical knowledge and sound practical experience influence one another and lead toward greater creative undertakings in whichever facet of theatre one chooses. More information »
Information for students
- Experiential Learning Service
Apply your studies to real world situations, in ways that benefit the community. - Choreography of an impressive academic experience: the successes of Heather-Claire Nortey, graduated student in theatre.
- Faculty of Arts Students - Undergraduate
- Faculty of Arts Students - Graduate
- Do you have questions? Do you need help? The Student Mentoring Centre is here to help students in the Faculty of Arts adjust to university life and succeed in their studies.
News
- Joël Beddows and Kevin Orr, two professors from the Department of Theatre, were recognized at the Prix Rideau Awards 2011
Joël Beddows received two awards for Outstanding Direction: the first for the English-language production The Lavender Railroad (Evolution Theatre), and the second for the French-language play Frères d'hiver (Théâtre la Catapulte), which also won the award for Outstanding Production. Kevin Orr received the Outstanding New Creation award for the play Bifurcate Me (Theatre 4.669).
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Congratulations to Jean-Stéphane Roy, professor at the Department of Theatre, who received the Prix d’excellence artistique avant-scène 2011! (Article in French only)
Research
- Joël Beddows recipient of a Research Chair in Canadian Francophonie
- Zen Thespian
Hands-on research leads to advances in the performing arts. How can actors become more aware of the body on stage? - Horizons is an annual publication that presents the richness of recent publications of the Faculty of Arts researchers.
- Research Perspectives is a journal of discovery and invention from the University of Ottawa.
