University of Calgary School of Creative and Performing Arts, Dance, Drama, Music

School of Creative and Performing Arts


Why Creative and Performing Arts?

Our aim is to reimagine artistry for the 21st century through a careful balance of tradition and innovation. We explore both disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives on dance, drama and music. We engage with history and the contemporary world in order to become rigorously trained and intellectually agile.

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Dance

Combine intensive studio training and rigour with experimentation. Inspire intellectual inquiry. Nurture your passion and share your love of dance with others.

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Drama

Design your own program of study. Combine rigorous artistic creation with advanced academic inquiry.

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Music

Unleash your creativity and explore how ideas and emotions are communicated through sound. Experience focus, discipline, collaboration and independence.


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University Theatre Services

See a show. Book a venue. Organize a conference. Get production assistance.

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Campfire Chats: A Celebration of Indigenous Music and Culture

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with an evening of music, storytelling and culture featuring the Blackfoot Confederacy Drum Group, Drezus, Fawn Wood and Siibii.

June, 20, 2026 | 3-5 p.m.
Heritage Park

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