Specialization in Applied Theatre Practice

Specialization in Applied Theatre Practice

The artist is confronted with social realities that lie outside their field of competence in the strict sense (art), thus coming into contact with topics that are the subject of many public discussions, such as migration, urbanisation, inclusion, and others. In the various courses, the student explores the impact that theatrical and creative practice can have on society, and explores how to transfer their practices and skills to non-theatrical fields. Creativity is explored on a theatrical level by trying to go beyond the strictly artistic context, with a view to developing a social commitment as an artist.

The Applied Theatre Practice specialisation intends to leverage a substantial collaboration with SUPSI, which, thanks to the multiplicity of projects and research carried out in its various departments, institutes, and competence centres, is able to provide a potential pool of observation and application for the Accademia’s Master students.

The study program is divided into four semesters. During the first two semesters, the student discovers and develops their artistic and creative skills in the context of the Master of Arts in Theatre, emphasising the specific, creative, and exploratory character of the specialisation. In the third and fourth semesters, the artist develops a concept in a field of their choice. The concept itself is tested in a practical way and is accompanied by a reflection on the final outcome.