Welcome to Laurentian University's Bachelor of Fine Arts!For more information, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Program DescriptionInterarts is a unique interdisciplinary Bachelor of Fine Arts program that provides you with the opportunity to take one major and one minor concentration from our programs in music, theatre performance, and theatre production. We are currently developing a minor stream in motion picture arts. Throughout history, artists have not only responded to events and experiences of their times, they have also been influenced by the works of artists in other fields. Creative insights expressed in one mode have frequently been interpreted in others: a painter is inspired by a musical composition, a sculptor depicts the dramatic pose of a great actor, a Biblical event is interpreted in music, painting, and drama. Similarly, important movements have arisen throughout history in which artists have attempted to create a 'total art work.' Our interdisciplinary approach focuses on the history and theory of artistic movements as well as the analysis of individual works. The practice of art from this perspective facilitates creative activity from symposia to collaborative multi-media projects. An interdisciplinary approach to the theory of art is interested in the interaction of aural, visual, and kinetic code systems in a variety of works, including collages, installations, music theatre, and film. What effect do the signs from one code system have on the others? Is there a natural hierarchy among systems and how is coherence achieved in such an event? These and similar questions inform critiques of historical works and contemporary projects alike. Such questions and experiments are part of our program. Our Learning EnvironmentA significant part of the design of Interarts is the opportunity for you to interact with people from a variety of different arts. This is achieved by you and your classmates taking the core Interarts courses (Interarts I, II, III). You also have a variety of opportunities to collaborate in creative projects such as theatrical and musical productions, visual art displays, and special events. For further information, please contact the program coordinator, Ulrich Sikora. BFA Admissions ApplicationPlease download, complete and submit the BFA Admissions Application Form (PDF) to: Prof. Patricia Tedford, BFA Program Coordinator Program RequirementsPlease click HERE for current program requirements. Program RegulationsEnrollmentSince enrollment in any year of the program will be limited, admission to the program may require any combination of interview, audition, or portfolio presentation with the appropriate departments. Further information on entrance requirements to Laurentian University can be found on the Admissions Page. Transfers from Upper Years and Other InstitutionsStudents from other programs will be granted full status in the BFA once deficiencies in courses and grades are fulfilled. Consideration for admission will be made on an individual basis. In general, there is no transfer of credits for the first yer of college unless the courses are BFA specific courses; thereafter up to 30 credits may be allowed if adequate standing is achieved. Credit Transfers Between InstitutionsIn general, credits for courses will be granted according to the Laurentian University system: three (3) credits for three hours of instruction per week (minimum) for 12 weeks, six (6) credits for three hours of instruction per week (minimum) for the full academic year. Enrollment OptionsEach student entering the program will be required to select a program of specialization or non-specialization. Minimum StandingTo remain in the program, students must maintain at least a 70% average in their specialization or, in the case of those without a specialization, a minimum of 70% in BFA courses. Audition RequirementsAll students applying to either Music or Theatre Performance must complete an audition. Audition Requirements for Music Audition Requirements for Theatre PerformanceStudents must audition in the spring, as scheduled by the Theatre Arts Program, Thorneloe College at Laurentian University.
The audition includes: Two prepared (memorized) contrasting monologues, one dramatic and one comedic, or one classical and the other modern. Each must be no longer than 2 (two) minutes and must come from a published play. Candidates will be stopped if the piece exceeds 2 minutes.
Applicants will be asked to work with the other candidates to do: · Cold reads from scripts · Creative movement · Improvisation work (Please wear loose clothing that allows freedom of movement.) Auditions will also include a brief interview/discussion.
Depending on the number of applicants, applicants should be prepared to spend from 1-3 hours at the audition. Change rooms are available.
Candidates MUST bring a resume and three letters of reference. Applicants are encouraged to bring a photo to the audition.
If you have any questions regarding the audition, please contact: Prof. Ulrich Sikora 705-673-1730 Ext. 22 |
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| Faith & Film Festival Wed Apr 04 @19:00 - |
| Easter Vigil Sat Apr 07 @22:30 - |
| Riparia Workshop Thu Apr 12 |
| Riparia Workshop Fri Apr 13 |
| Riparia Workshop Sat Apr 14 |
| Re-Imagining the Humanities - Session 4 Thu May 03 |