Cégep John Abbott College

Professional Theatre (Design)

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Program Information

School:Cégep John Abbott College
Faculty:Career Programs
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
Description:Designers provide the conceptual foundation for the theatre. The costume designer visualizes the clothes that help the actor bring a character to life. The set designer creates the world in which these characters live and the skills of scene painter brings colour to the stage. The properties designer decorates this world with objects, whether a medieval throne, a double-headed axe or an elegant dining service. The final mood and magic is achieved through the imagination and understanding of the lighting designer.


Our program teaches students the essential skills required to work in today’s theatre industry as well as associated careers in television, cinema, video and mixed media. Designers develop their skills with theoretical and practical courses leading to extensive hands-on production experience with at least six major productions.
URL:Professional Theatre (Design) at Cégep John Abbott College
Length:3 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    CEGEP Admission Requirements:

    A Secondary School Diploma which includes: Secondary 5 Language of Instruction, Secondary 5 Second Language, Secondary 4 Mathematics, Secondary 4 Science and Technology or Secondary 4 Applied Science and Technology, Secondary 4 History and Citizenship Education.

    OR a Secondary School Vocational Diploma which includes: Secondary 5 Language of Instruction, Secondary 5 Second Language, Secondary 4 Mathematics.

    OR Applicants who have not studied in Québec must have education deemed equivalent by the College.

    An interview is also required.
    Application Notes : John Abbott College is affiliated with the Service régional d’admission du Montréal métropolitain (SRAM) and uses its online application service.

    To apply:

    Complete the online application at http://sram.omnivox.ca
    Select John Abbott and the program of your choice along with the corresponding SRAM program number.
    If applicable, mail in photocopies of all required documents and the application fee.
    Students whose prerequisites are more than five years old should contact the Admissions office.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 12, 2019