About Performing arts
Performing arts at Melbourne brings together dance, music theatre, acting, design and production for both stage and screen, and theatre making.
Our students learn from some of Melbourne’s most respected performers, directors and choreographers in an environment that fosters a deep work ethic, cross-disciplinary collaboration and creative risk-taking.
You'll emerge a highly skilled performance practitioner who can work independently or in an ensemble in a wide range of careers, contexts, and performance or production opportunities.
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Why study Performing Arts at the University of Melbourne
Industry-ready skills
Benefit from our strong industry connections, providing many real-world opportunities for our students to learn and grow.
Taught by leading experts
Be guided by expert teaching and performance staff, and supported by all the opportunities a world-class university can offer.
Industry-standard facilities
You’ll have access to industry-standard facilities and resources, based in the heart of Melbourne's arts precinct.
Hear from our students
Find out what motivated our current students to choose Melbourne, and the impact studying with us has had on their lives and careers.
I love the rehearsal process and then performing a season of our shows. A highlight so far is my being cast in the role of Nina in American playwright Mike Posner’s play, ‘Snore’.
Dianne Miranda, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)