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Alumni, faculty and students took part in 'Haven' at Doors Open Toronto!

Presented at Ireland Park, 'Haven' was choreographed by Terrill Maguire, featuring Derek Souvannavong (BFA ’22), Oriah Wiersma (BFA '14).

Learn more: https://t.co/v7ffHPVgNn

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Theatre students attended a performance of 'take rimbaud' at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre!

Directed by Theatre alumnus Ted Witzel (MFA ’13), the production included Theatre alumna Rose Tuong (BFA ’13) and Professor Courtney Ch’ng Lancaster in the ensemble cast.

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The Department of Theatre, Dance & Performance and Scott Library hosted Zuppa Theatre's 'The Archive of Missing Things', a live/digital performance which is also available as an online game.

Theatre students were able to meet and learn from Zuppa's creative team.

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In the studio with Samuel Roy-Bois, our 2025-26 Odette Sculptor in Residence! Hear from Samuel about the project, the residency and his advice for students.

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Visual Arts PhD student Shannon Garden-Smith is this year’s artist-in-residence with satis.FACTORY in San José, Costa Rica!

Shannon has been exploring the city’s thriving arts scene, visiting museums and independent spaces, and connecting with the local community.

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Last week, we welcomed the National Theatre School of Canada’s DramaFest Provincial Showcase to campus!

Students performed throughout the week, and joined workshops led by faculty, graduate students and other professional artists exploring various areas of theatre.

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Congratulations to Professor Marissa Largo, winner of the 2025-26 AMPD Research Award!

Learn more: https://t.co/RaFQqeNNnf

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Congratulations to Film Production alumna and current MFA Production student Samiramis Kia (BFA '18), winner of the Best Directing Award at the 2026 Women in Film & Television - Toronto Showcase for her film 'Last Resort'.

Learn more: https://t.co/jQuKs31pm7

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Four AMPD faculty members were recognized at York University's 2026 President’s Research Awards for achievements in research, public impact and creative excellence.

Learn more: https://t.co/ekQzwZSUZ7

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In an article for HowlRound Theatre Commons, PhD student Mariló Núñez and Prof. Marlis Schweitzer, Chair of the Department of Theatre, Dance & Performance, reflect on key takeaways from a SSHRC symposium held last year at York.

Read now: https://t.co/cf4LVAtafp

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We are proud to be ranked second in Canada on the Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD)’s 2025 list of top design schools!

Learn more: https://t.co/HQn16kw86L

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Visual Arts alumna Nadia Belerique (BFA '05) has been named to the 2026 Sobey Art Award longlist!

Learn more: https://t.co/Myqsqm4lSb

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A few highlights from this year’s Visual Arts Open House!

Students filled our galleries and classrooms with work developed throughout the year, from painting and sculpture to photography, printmaking, installation and more.

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Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Clint Enns (MA ’13, PhD ’19) has been named the 2026–27 Artist in Residence at the Jackman Humanities Institute.

Learn more: https://t.co/CRqclLotqd

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Alumnus Mitchell Marcus (BA ’04), VP of Place and Destination Development at Northcrest Developments, recently worked with students through York’s Cross Campus Capstone Classroom (C4).

Read more on his work shaping the Downsview Airport lands: https://t.co/FFAEIQdBuK

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Meet Emily Duckett (BFA ’22), one of York’s 2026 Top 30 Alumni Under 30!

“My time at York changed my parameters of what art can be and what I can be.”

Learn more about Emily's journey: https://t.co/2tHaqx9Jem

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Throughout the year, AMPD students have opportunities to connect with industry professionals. Recent visits included Ellie Koffman (BFA ’20), Head of Wardrobe at Soulpepper Theatre, and Music alumnus Thomas Ryder Payne (BA ’95).

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Meet Bhabna  Banerjee (BFA ’20), one of York’s 2026 Top 30 Alumni Under 30!

Learn more about Bhabna's journey: https://t.co/2tHaqx9Jem

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An AMPD staff member has helped uncover the subject of a rare 18th-century portrait at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), a discovery drawing widespread media attention.

Learn more: https://t.co/0Y1KDn2X9i

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AMPD students and alumni were among this year’s winners at the 2026 Toronto Arts Awards!

Read the full story: https://t.co/V2JymZqlgS

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