MA Contemporary Theatre Practice at University of East Anglia

Ignite your creativity with our MA Contemporary Theatre Practice. This dynamic course helps you develop advanced skills for today’s theatre industry. Step into your own as a performer or performance-maker, learning the latest creative methods and collaborative approaches that define theatre practice today.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: Entry points: September; next start September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MA in Contemporary Theatre Practice is structured to provide a progressive, immersive learning experience across one year, combining creative experimentation, critical reflection, and professional development. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Contemporary Theatre in Context, The Contemporary Theatre Ecosystem, Practical Drama Workshop, Creative Encounters: Writing and Performance, Contemporary Theatre Project, Postgraduate Arts and Humanities Placement Module.

Career pathways

With a MA Contemporary Theatre Practice degree, you could launch a career as a: Theatre-maker, Producer or Director: Create and stage new theatre and performance work Performer or Deviser: Work on stage in theatre, live art, or interdisciplinary performance Dramaturg or Literary Manager: Support script and performance development Educator or Workshop Facilitator: Teach drama in schools, universities, or community settings Researcher or Academic: Pursue doctoral study or work in higher education and cultural research

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