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The University of Winnipeg

Theatre and Film

Welcome to the Department of Theatre and Film!

Two performers on stage

What's on?

Next at the ACTF: Musical Theatre Showcase

One night only - Friday, April 17th:  The triple-threat students in THFM-3920 Musical Theatre sing, dance and act their way through selections from classic and contemporary musicals in an evening showcase presentation!  No reservations required.  More information HERE! 

A spotlit performer on a darkened stage

What's up?

Advising!  Putting together your plan for next year?  Whether you're just starting out in the department or just about finished, contact Melinda at m.tallin@uwinnipeg.ca to set up a meeting to check your requirements, credit hours, and what we'll be offering next year.   Watch here for our course offerings for 2026-27 in the next few weeks.

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What's new?

Our Theatre and Film faculty, staff, and students can always be found in our community! Looking for the latest about where, when, and how our department has been active? Visit the Theatre and Film news page for more.

What is the Department of Theatre and Film?

  • Are you planning to train for a career in theatre or film? 
  • Do you want your liberal arts degree to be exciting, practical and collaborative, and to prepare you for a wide range of careers? 
  • Do you have a hunger to have theatre or filmmaking as a “teachable” as you work on your Education degree? 
  • Are you just looking to take a theatre course or two to improve your presentation skills, build confidence, and complement your other studies?

Whether you’re interested in being onstage, backstage, or behind the camera, the Department of Theatre and Film at UWinnipeg can offer you all of this and more. Our faculty of working professionals has established our reputation as the go-to centre in Manitoba for training in the practical aspects of making both theatre and film. Our graduates are resourceful, knowledgeable, and daring and are able to work comfortably in a wide range of professions. You only need to look at the program or credits for a play, film, or television project happening in Manitoba to see a long list of our graduates – proof positive that Theatre and Film at UWinnipeg will see to it that you are prepared!

We offer a 3-Year General BA in all streams, a 4-Year Honours BA in most streams, and a Minor. Browse our website to learn more about degree studies in Filmmaking, Acting, Theatre Production and Stage Management, Directing, Playwriting, Design, and Drama in Education, and our joint Dance Program with the School of Contemporary Dancers.

Wondering what you can do with a degree in Film or Theatre? The possibilities are endless!

Just want to take a course or two? Explore what Theatre and Film can offer!

Have a few more questions? See our FAQ or contact our office at thfm@uwinnipeg.ca!