Syllabus
Master of Performing Arts (MPA) Syllabus
The Master of Performing Arts (MPA) syllabus varies across institutions and specialisations, including theatre, dance, and music. The programme combines theoretical study with practical training to help students understand artistic traditions, develop performance skills, and explore the cultural significance of performing arts.
The table below provides an indicative semester-wise overview of MPA subjects. Exact subject titles and elective options depend on the institution.
MPA Syllabus: Semester 1
| Subjects |
|---|
| Mapping and Identification of Indian Performing Arts |
| Introduction to World Performing Arts |
| Performance Studies |
MPA Syllabus: Semester 2
| Subjects |
|---|
| Concepts and Theories in a Comparative Framework |
| Cultural History of Indian Performing Arts: Pre-modern Society |
| Living Traditions / Eastern and North Eastern Indian Performing Arts |
MPA Syllabus: Semester 3
| Subjects |
|---|
| Cultural History of Indian Performing Arts: Modern Society |
| Designing Performance |
| Text and Performance: Adaptations and Translations / Dance in India: Practice and Theory / Sound and Music |
MPA Syllabus: Semester 4
| Subjects |
|---|
| Theatre and Acting |
| Dance and Body in Society |
| Performing Arts Management / Performance Policy |