The Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) sits in the stunning city of Victoria, BC. CCPA programs give you conservatory performing arts training, including multiple performance opportunities and career management coaching!
If you are curious and want to learn more, participate in one of our engagement activities to help you become familiar with our programs and life at the College before you apply. Our annual Spend A Day events give you a chance to experience CCPA student life and see a performance, while our monthly virtual Q&A sessions offer an opportunity to speak to a staff member and ask your burning questions.
Please complete and submit the following to the CCPA Registrar, Mark Riishede, at registrar@ccpacanada.com:
*Two references are required for applicants to the 6-Month Applied Performing Arts Certificate and the 8-Month Performing Arts Certificate programs in addition to transcripts.
Two short contrasting monologues, including one written before 1950 and the other one typically written after 1950. (maximum length of four minutes).
Two solo songs (maximum total length of four minutes), either two contrasting songs—one before 1970 and the other one after 1970—OR any musical theatre song and any song that best suits you. This option’s songs should also be contrasting with each other. Find examples of how your songs can contrast in the Musical Theatre Common Prescreen (MTCP).
Dance or movement piece, including up to 3 styles of dance, one minute each.
This instructional video only applies for video auditions, in-person auditions will include a dance call.
Apply early to secure an audition spot for the September 2027 intake.
Applications received by December 11 will be considered for early admissions, with call-back interviews online on December 16.
Saturday, March 6, 2027
In-person audition & interview paperwork submission:
All paperwork (forms, CV, headshot & fee) must be submitted by February 26 2027, 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.
If you apply after the deadline for the main round of auditions, you can still send in a video audition, and your application may be considered based on availability of spots as a late submission.
Please note: Audition results will be emailed starting April 1, 2027. If you do not receive an email from the registrar by April 14, 2027, please check your junk/spam folder. If you have not received an email by this date, please email registrar@ccpacanada.com.
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.
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!
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 Certificate 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.