Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies at U of T

📍 CDTPS administrative offices relocating

The Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies will be moving its administrative offices from 79 St. George Street to new spaces at University College.

Beginning July 6, 2026, you can find us at:

Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies
15 King’s College Circle
Toronto, ON M5S 3H7
(UC’s north wing, above the Art Museum)
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JaJcH9ncFj3KWAkq6
U of T Map: https://l1nq.com/4w9sa7f

The BMO Lab will also be moving into our new spaces in early July.

CDTPS will continue to maintain the following teaching and performance spaces:
•The Playhouse Theatre
•Luella Massey Theatre
•Leonard Common Room

Please note that beginning in September, the CDTPS will no longer have access to:
•The Front & Long Rooms
•The Performance Studio
•The Design Studio
•The Walden Room
•All Second and Third floor Admin and Staff Offices

We’re moving into a newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility featuring:
•A reconfigurable black box theatre and rehearsal studio
•Modern seminar rooms and student lounges
•Hoteling workspaces and a cutting-edge studio for the BMO Lab for Creative Research in the Arts, Performance, Emerging Technologies and AI
•A brand-new design studio

We look forward to welcoming students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors to our new space this summer.

🎭 Alumni Spotlight: Kevin Matthew Wong (HBA 2016)

Kevin Matthew Wong is a Toronto-based theatre creator, producer, and video artist whose work spans Canada and the international stage, with collaborations across Europe, Australia, and North America.

A Hakka Chinese-Canadian artist, Kevin’s work explores identity, migration, and cultural memory. His acclaimed Benevolence series traces the history and legacy of the Hakka diaspora through performance, film and installation—and has earned major recognition including a Dora Award.

Kevin is also a leader in the sector as executive producer and artistic associate at Why Not Theatre, where he helps bring large-scale productions to audiences around the world.

👉 Read the full Q&A and learn more about Kevin’s journey from CDTPS to the global stage:
cdtps.utoronto.ca/news/alumni-spotlight-kevin-matthew-wong

Matthew Wong
Broadleaf Theatre

🎓⚽ Congratulations to undergraduate alumna and drama major Hannah Chown!

Hannah will receive her master’s degree in teaching from OISE this June. Alongside her passion for theatre, she has been deeply involved in soccer— playing as a semi-professional athlete with Simcoe County Rovers FC and previously serving as captain of the Varsity Blues women’s soccer team.

We’re thrilled to see her achievements recognized in U of T News!

👉 Read her story: utoronto.ca/news/teaching-grad-makes-history-u-t-soccer-pitch-pro-career-next

🎭 CDTPS Alumni Spotlight: Marley Kajan (MA 2020)

From the Niagara Region to Toronto’s stages and screens, Marley Kajan is making her mark as an actor, writer, and producer. Since completing her MA at the Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies, Marley has co-created and produced the original comedy series Like Comment Subscribe—which recently premiered at Toronto Sketchfest after a year on the festival circuit.

At CDTPS, Marley developed her skills as both an artist and critical thinker, culminating in a hybrid thesis project and shaped by mentors like Djanet Sears.
Now, Marley is building her on-camera career, working across film, television, and even virtual reality production.
💬 “Creating your own work and opportunities is a superpower in this industry.”
📖 Read the full Q&A:
cdtps.utoronto.ca/news/cdtps-alumni-spotlight-marley-kajan

We’re proud to begin our new Alumni Spotlight series with Gabriella Sundar Singh.
As we celebrate the start of our 60th anniversary year — coinciding with the University of Toronto’s bicentennial — we’re highlighting the achievements of our outstanding graduates.

Gabriella’s feature marks the first in a series that will share the stories and accomplishments of our alumni community.

Read her spotlight here:
cdtps.utoronto.ca/news/alumni-spotlight-gabriella-sundar-singh

Stay tuned for more throughout the year.

🎉 Congratulations to CDTPS PhD Candidate Keira Mayo on receiving the 2025/26 Saddlemyer/Parker Award!

Selected by the CDTPS Graduate Student Union executive, this award recognizes outstanding contributions to life at the Centre and is awarded through a highly competitive process, with many nominations submitted each year.

Keira’s selection reflects the depth and impact of her contributions across the Centre’s theatrical, social and academic communities. Her engagement has helped foster a more supportive and caring environment, making a meaningful difference to her peers.

We extend our sincere thanks to Keira for her ongoing contributions and are delighted to celebrate this well-earned recognition.

Please join us in congratulating her! 👏

🎉 Congratulations to CDTPS PhD graduate Munia Debleena Tripathi on receiving the Teaching Assistants’ Training Program (TATP) Course Instructor Teaching Excellence Award!

This prestigious tri-campus award recognizes exceptional graduate student instructors across the University of Toronto. Munia was selected through a highly competitive adjudication process, standing out among an outstanding group of nominees.

Her nomination highlighted sustained excellence in teaching, educational leadership, and meaningful contributions to course development. Student feedback underscored her inclusive, engaging approach and her strong positive impact on student confidence and success.

Munia’s achievement reflects both her dedication as an educator and the vibrant culture of teaching excellence at CDTPS.

Please join us in celebrating this outstanding accomplishment! 👏