MA Theatre

GSA is one of the UK’s leading drama schools. This part-time two-year online learning programme provides the opportunity to gain an academic qualification from a leading drama school within a top university from the convenience of your own home. GSA has enjoyed nearly twenty years of distance learning provision to a global community of students. 

Uncover more about who you are – discover who you could become.

Ideal for those in full-time employment, our MA Theatre course provides a gateway to an exciting future without the need for regular attendance on campus. Our course allows you to study at your own pace through online learning, so you can pursue your passion for theatre and develop industry connections around your existing commitments. You’ll have unlimited access to our virtual learning environment which will be supported by industry-leading professionals and passionate academics.

Furthering your skills, our course will take you deeper into the fascinating history of theatre from both a practical and critical perspective.

You’ll actively engage with fundamental principles and explore the rich heritage of theatre from a critical, historical and theoretical perspective. You’ll gain an understanding of theatrical practices and develop your ability to evaluate significant artistic, historical, social and political developments in theatre.

Our broad range of modules incorporates topics such as:

·        The background to theatre

·        The Greeks

·        Shakespeare

·        Naturalism and the actor

·        Modern theatre

·        Global theatres

·        Music and dance in theatre

You’ll also complete an independent research project that will allow you to specialise in an area of particular interest to you, and you’ll complete a professional development portfolio relevant to your career path.

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