CCPA is a place where I can develop my art of singing, dancing and acting while being in a safe environment with many other amazing talents. The training is truly second to none and I wish to continue growing into an amazing performer.
Please complete and submit the following to the CCPA Registrar, Mark Riishede, at registrar@ccpacanada.com:
Two short contrasting monologues (maximum total length of three minutes).
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Check out the College’s video of tips, tricks, and best practices for preparing and acing your music, dance, and/or acting audition.
Two solo songs. Choose Option A or B (a maximum total length of four minutes).
Option A:
Option B:
1 dance or movement piece
CCPA also participates in the Musical Theater Common Prescreen (MTCP). Head to the MTCP website to learn more.
Apply early to secure an audition spot for the September 2025 intake.
Wednesday March 12 – Friday March 14, 2025
Virtual interview paperwork submission:
All paperwork (forms, CV, headshot & fee) and audition videos must be submitted by February 28, 2025, to secure a time slot for the virtual interviews.
Once documents are received, the registrar will reach out to you to book an interview slot.
Note for international students: If you receive an offer, we strongly recommend that you begin your study permit application process immediately. Acceptance into the program is not the same as approval of a study permit which is required prior to entry into Canada.
Saturday, March 15, 2025
All paperwork (forms, CV, headshot & fee) must be submitted by February 28, 2025, to secure a time slot for the in-person auditions and interviews. You will be required to participate in a group dance call. Your two monologues and two songs will be presented individually in person. An accompanist will be provided.
Please note: Offers will start going out on April 1.
after February 28, 2025
If you wish to apply after February 28, send in a video audition, and your application will be considered based on availability of interview spots.
Get an taste of the CCPA experience. See a video starring former students with an overview of what it’s like to train at CCPA, then watch this online acting course, hosted by CCPA’s former Managing Artistic Director Caleb Marshall, where he shares his process to unlock impulse, activate the emotional system, ground you in the moment and come from a truthful place.
Student admissions are based upon the following:
All applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or must be over the age of 19, and able to demonstrate they possess the maturity and ability to successfully complete the program.
Previous training in at least one of the three disciplines of acting, dancing and singing is beneficial.
They must demonstrate their interest in pursuing training in all four categories offered at the College: acting, dance, voice and career management; and must demonstrate their ability to understand instruction in the English language per the language proficiency assessment policy.
Candidates should demonstrate strong potential in two of the three disciplines and a desire to learn and excel in areas they have had no previous experience.
Program admission requirements may not be waived by the student or the institution.
Student admissions are based upon the following:
All applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or must be over the age of 19, and able to demonstrate they possess the maturity and ability to successfully complete the program.
Previous training in at least one of the three disciplines of acting, dancing and singing is beneficial.
They must demonstrate their interest in pursuing training in all four categories offered at the College: acting, dance, voice and career management; and must demonstrate their ability to understand instruction in the English language per the language proficiency assessment policy.
Program admission requirements may not be waived by the student or the institution.
In order to be considered for the Applied Performing Arts Diploma Program, the applicant must:
• Have successfully completed one of the following: the two-year CCPA Performing Arts Diploma Program; the one-year CCPA Performing Arts Certificate Program; a bachelor’s degree in a discipline of the performing arts; or several years of demonstrable early career industry experience.
• Present a 2-3 minute audition; material chosen by the applicant to show vocal and acting ability, and any specific talent or skills the applicant would like to show that demonstrates individual talent.
• Interview with the Audition Panel. The audition will be conducted by a panel of Canadian College of Performing Arts Faculty and/or Directors. Guests may be invited to the panel. The applicant’s demonstrated ability to contribute to the full range of duties required for cooperative production, professionalism and teamwork during their prior studies in a Canadian College of Performing Arts program will be taken into consideration as well as the casting requirements for the productions proposed for the specific program year.
Contact the Registrar at registrar@ccpacanada.com for more details.
Program admission requirements may not be waived by the student or the institution.