MPA - Master of Performing Arts

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Master of Performing Arts - MPA

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

MPA or Master of Performing Arts is a two-year postgraduate study for students who want to go deeper into their chosen performing arts speciality. The multidisciplinary Performing Arts program provides comprehensive instruction in all facets of the performing arts.

The Master of Performing Arts program is divided into three specializations: music, dance, and theatre. However, the three specialties are frequently subdivided into subspecialties like as vocal music, instrumental music, Kathak Bharatnatyam, and so on. Candidates who complete their Master of Performing Arts degree have excellent work chances in the multimedia, film, entertainment, and production industries. Depending on their preferences and specialization, candidates can work as performers, choreographers, impersonators, stage managers, or theatre teachers.

Master of Performing Arts Eligibility

  • Candidates must have completed their Graduation in Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA) or any other discipline from a recognized University.
  • The students should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's.

Master of Performing Arts Syllabus

Syllabus of Performing Arts course as prescribed by various colleges & universities.

Master of Performing Arts Semester-I

Sr. No. 

Subjects to Study

1

Dance History

2

Music History

3

Natya Shastra and Performing Arts

4

Regional Music

Master of Performing Arts Semester-II

1

Art History and Choreography

2

Historical Study

3

Music System of the World

4

Traditional Theatres of India and Western Ballet

Master of Performing Arts Semester-III

1

Aesthetics in Dance, Ashtanayika and Navarasa

2

Desi Traditions and Medieval

3

Musicological Perspectives

4

Research Methodology and Theatre Craft

5

Texts on Dance and Dance Writing

Master of Performing Arts Semester-IV

1

Dance and Music in Temples

2

Concert Music - Theory

3

Evolution of Odissi / Evolution of Kathak / Evolution of Kuchipudi / Evolution of Mohiniyattam / Evolution of Bharatanatyam

4

Field Trip / Internship

5

Dissertation

 

Master of Performing Arts Colleges

  • Reva University, Bengaluru

How is the Master of Performing Arts Course Beneficial?

  • Postgraduates with a Master of Performing Arts degree can find work in places like art studios, music academies, music firms, publishing houses, advertising agencies, the film and television industry, dance schools, production houses, educational institutions, and so on.

Master of Performing Arts Job Types

  • Actor
  • Academician
  • Artepreneur (Arts Entrepreneur)
  • Composer
  • Choreographer
  • Cinematographer
  • Costume Designer
  • Community Arts Worker
  • Drama Artist
  • Musician
  • Researcher
  • Sound and Lighting Technician / Expert
  • Theatre Director / Theatre Teacher