Course summary

Why choose this course Uncover more about who you are – discover who you could become. Ideal for those in full-time employment, our MA Theatre from the Guildford School of Acting (GSA) provides a gateway to an exciting future without the need for regular attendance on campus. The GSA is accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools (FDS), and you’ll have unlimited access to our virtual learning environment – supported by industry-leading professionals and passionate academics from GSA. Furthering your skills, our course will take you deeper into relevant concepts and the fascinating history of theatre from both a practical and critical perspective. What you will study Our MA Theatre course lets you study towards a masters degree in theatre at your own pace through online learning. This flexible approach means that you can pursue your passion for theatre and develop your industry connections around your existing personal and professional commitments. You’ll be able to actively engage with relevant concepts and explore the rich heritage of theatre from a critical and theoretical perspective. You’ll gain an understanding of theatrical practices and develop your ability to evaluate significant historical, political, social and ethical developments in theatre. The broad range of modules incorporates relevant topics such as Theories of Performance, The Greeks, Contemporary Theatre Making, Political Theatre, Shakespeare in Performance, and Musical Theatre. You’ll also complete an independent research project that will allow you to specialise in an area of particular interest to you.