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School of Performance

Dancers move across a stage with large, flowing white fabrics, creating an ethereal effect.

A one-of-a-kind program providing unparalleled live performance education.

Performance at The Creative School trains actors, dancers, designers and production professionals to become world class artists. We raise the standard of professional practice in live arts and entertainment while encouraging our students to be curious risk takers who are committed to social change. 

A student performer in a black corset and gloves poses gracefully on stage.

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting

An intensive, conservatory-style program focused on the craft and business of acting.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance

Rigorous training in ballet, jazz, modern, contemporary, West African and street styles.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Production

A program exploring experience design and technical production for live performance.


Graduate Programs

Master of Fine Arts in Scriptwriting & Story Design

Interdisciplinary masters program exploring writing, new forms of storytelling, and emerging technology. Offered by Image Arts, Performance and RTA Media.

PhD in Media & Design Innovation

A doctoral program for scholars and practitioners in media, design and creative disciplines.


Discover The Creative School

Our Programs

The Creative School offers 15 dynamic undergraduate and 12 innovative graduate programs for those looking to launch or advance their careers in the creative world. Whether you're passionate about media, design, performance, or storytelling, there's a program and a pathway tailored to help every creative thrive and make their mark.

Global Learning

Creativity thrives on fresh ideas and diverse perspectives. Through global learning and professional development opportunities in creative cities worldwide, you’ll gain new insights and expand your horizons.

Research and Innovation

Scholarly research and creative activity are at the heart of innovation. Through cutting-edge projects and collaboration across disciplines, this work pushes boundaries, fuels discovery, and inspires meaningful change in the creative industries and beyond.


Future Students


News & Events

July 3, 2025
Performance Students Past and Present Participate in Toronto Fringe Festival 2025
Toronto Metropolitan University students and alumni from Performance at The Creative School participate in Ontario's largest performing arts festival, Toronto Fringe Festival
July 2, 2025
Performance Alumni & Faculty Win Big at 2025 Dora Mavor Moore Awards
Performance at The Creative School community members are represented in the 2025 Dora Mavor Moore Award winners.
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