MFA - Creative Practice [Theatre] in Wellington New Zealand | Victoria University of Wellington

Elevate your love for theater through the School of English, Film, Theatre, Media and Communication, and Art History. Our Theatre Programme provides diverse postgraduate pathways, whether you aim to deepen your knowledge of theater studies or enhance your practical performance skills.

Engage in pioneering research on Aotearoa New Zealand's theater scene, examine Māori and Pasifika Theatre through Indigenous perspectives, or redefine scholarly conversations about Early Modern and Restoration drama. Partner with Wellington's creative sector through collaborative projects that enrich the cultural fabric of the capital. Alternatively, develop your own practice-based work for our annual graduate showcase festival.

Postgraduate theater studies allow focused exploration of your chosen performance disciplines. Begin with an Honours year or pursue thesis-based Master of Arts or PhD programs. For industry-focused training, the one-year Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice) equips aspiring professionals with practical skills. This degree benefits current theater workers, drama educators seeking advancement, and community-focused theater makers.

Develop artistic leadership, teamwork, creativity, and entrepreneurial abilities through our intensive 12-month MFA(CP). This practice-oriented degree fosters valuable connections within Wellington's vibrant arts scene.

Study at our Kelburn campus, leveraging our capital city location. Film and MusicSound students access specialized facilities at our Miramar Creative Centre.

The MFA(CP) features a mentored creative project where you'll produce boundary-pushing work that demonstrates your artistic vision.

An arts organization internship forms a key program component, offering professional experience and vital industry networks.