Apply To CCPA Today

    Are you a Canadian citizen / permanent resident?

    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.

    Darian NgaiVictoria, BC

    Step 2: Complete Your Application

    Required Documents

    Please complete and submit the following to the CCPA Registrar, Mark Riishede, at registrar@ccpacanada.com:

    1. Completed Audition Form (Audition Form
    2. Transcripts (an unofficial transcript of grades can act as a placeholder until the start of the program)
    3. Theatre Resume (Sample Resume)
    4. Headshot (this does not have to be a professional photograph)
    5. $60.00 Application Fee (See Audition Form for details)
    6. Audition Videos: If you do not intend to audition in-person on March 15, submit your audition videos by February 28.
    7. Performing Arts Certificate applicants must provide transcript of a relevant degree or a reference from an industry professional.
    Application Process
    1. Submit the above documents
    2. Our registrar will connect with you to book a virtual interview or in-person audition & interview date/time slot.
    3. If you have not opted for an in-person audition, then you must submit your audition by video along with the above documentation (audition details below).

    Step 3: Prepare Your Audition

    For your audition, you’ll need to prepare:

    Two short contrasting monologues (maximum total length of three minutes).

    • One contemporary monologue (typically written after 1950) from a published play or written by a professional writer.
      (A
      professional writer is someone whose plays have been produced, but may not have been professionally published.)

    AND

    • One classical monologue (typically written before 1950) from a published play or written by a professional writer.
      (Classical monologues should have heightened language. Heightened language may include works by Shakespeare, Molière, Christopher Marlowe, Thomas Middleton, Thomas Kyd, Aristophanes, August Wilson, Tony Kushner, Suzan-Lori Parks, Mike Bartlett, George the Poet, Andrea Gibson, or contemporary adaptations of classical plays that still utilize heightened language.)

    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:

    • One song written before 1970 (musical theater, Golden Age, pop, hip-hop, folk, rock, rap, soul, country, punk, etc.).
    • One song written after 1970 (musical theater, pop, hip-hop, folk, rock, rap, soul, country, punk, etc.). This song should contrast the style of the first selection.

    Option B:

    • One musical theater song from any time period.
    • One song of your choice from any time period and in any style that best suits you (musical theater, pop, hip-hop, folk, rock, rap, soul, country, punk, etc.). This song should contrast the style of the first selection.

    1 dance or movement piece

    •  Show us your best version of dancing or moving.

    CCPA also participates in the Musical Theater Common Prescreen (MTCP). Head to the MTCP website to learn more.

    Step 4: Meet Your Deadline

    Deadline for all programs:

    Friday, February 28, 2025

    Apply early to secure an audition spot for the September 2025 intake.
     

    Virtual Interviews

    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.
     

    In-Person Auditions & Interview

    Saturday, March 15, 2025

    In-person audition & interview paperwork submission:

    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. 
     

    Video Auditions

    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.

    Experience CCPA

    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.

    Admission Requirements

    Performing Arts Diploma
    Performing Arts Certificate
    Applied Performing Arts Diploma

    Student admissions are based upon the following:

    • Completed application form (sent by the Registrar following online application).
    • A graded audition in person or on video per the audition requirements (as above).
    • $60 audition fee.
      • Cash, cheque, and money order accepted in advance or at the audition.
      • Credit card payments accepted prior to the audition date. Call 250 595 9970.
      • E-transfers accepted prior to the audition date. Please send to finance@ccpacanada.com and be sure to include your name and ‘audition fee’ in the memo.
    • Official Transcript of Grades (an interim report or unofficial transcript can be held as a placeholder until the first day of your program. Contact the Registrar for details).
    • Up-to-date theatre resume and headshot (or other 8 x 10 current photo).
    • An interview with College Directors.

     

    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:

    • Completed application form (sent by the Registrar following online application).
    • A graded audition in person or on video per the audition requirements.
    • $60 audition fee.
      • Cash, cheque, and money order accepted in advance or at the audition.
      • Credit card payments accepted prior to the audition date. Call 250 595 9970.
      • E-transfers accepted prior to the audition date. Please send to finance@ccpacanada.com and be sure to include your name and ‘audition fee’ in the memo.
    • Official Transcript of Grades (an interim report or unofficial transcript can be held as a placeholder until the first day of your program. Contact the Registrar for details).
    • Up-to-date theatre resume and headshot (or other 8 x 10 current photo).
    • An interview with College Directors.
    • Two reference letters from two industry professionals or a postsecondary degree in a relevant field of study.

    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.

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    classroom photography | photo credit Peter Pokorny
    West Side Story, 2019 | director Matthew Howe | photo credit Peter Pokorny
    Working, 2018 | director Matthew Howe | photo credit Peter Pokorny