Post Graduate Certificate Course

Acting & Theatre-Making (In-City)

Empowering Theatre-Makers in the Heart of Mumbai

Experience a year-long journey in India’s cultural hub, mastering the art and craft of theatre-making through rigorous training, collaboration, and mentorship.

Highlights Curriculum Fee & Admission

Why Choose this course?

This program is tailored to help aspiring theatre makers thrive in performance, creation, and professional practice. Here’s what sets it apart:

Versatile Curriculum

Learn performance techniques, creative processes, and theoretical insights to become a well-rounded theatre practitioner.

Real-World Training

Bridge the gap between learning and professional practice with hands-on experience in stage management, production, and design lab.

Collaborative Theatre-Making

Create original works weekly through ensemble-driven processes that foster teamwork and leadership.

Professional Performance Opportunities

Showcase your work in Madhyantar (Mid-Semester Showcase), professionally directed plays, and Aadyant (Year-End Production) for live audiences.

Learn in Mumbai’s Cultural Hub

Train in South Mumbai, with access to theatres, cultural events, and a thriving artistic community.

Expert Mentorship

Work closely with DSM’s faculty and guest mentors who are active industry professionals.

What You’ll Learn?

This course emphasizes the dual focus of performance excellence and creative autonomy, helping students develop as self-reliant theatre practitioners.

Performance Strand

  • Daily Conditioning: Build discipline and resilience with physical and vocal training.
  • Performance Techniques: Explore improvisation, movement work, and text analysis.
  • Script Embodiment: Develop the skills to bring written material to life.
  • Script analysis : Learn to deconstruct a play to understand structure, themes, character motivations, and other story-telling dynamics.

Creation Strand

  • Collaborative Devising: Work in ensembles to create new theatre pieces weekly.
  • Directed Productions: Perform in full-length plays led by professional directors.
  • Final Showcases: Take ownership of productions, bringing them from concept to stage under professional guidance.

Dramaturgy Strand

  • Design Integration: Gain practical skills in creating cohesive stage designs.
  • Theatre in Society: Explore theatre’s role in culture and create socially relevant work.
  • Independent Thinking: Sharpen your artistic choices through critical perspectives.
“The faculty at DSM are practitioners—they are on the field, they understand the mindset of an actor and what you’re going through. Coming from a background where teachers are actively practicing, DSM’s real-world expertise is invaluable.”
Ritik Mohan Agarwal
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What You Need to Know

Structure:

  • First Semester (30 Weeks): Foundational training, weekly creation tasks, and public performances.
  • Second Semester (18 Weeks): Advanced production work and professional showcases.

Fees & Scholarships:

  • Course Fee: ₹6,30,000 (Cost of living not included)

Scholarships:

  • Partial scholarships based on merit and financial need.
  • Flexible Payment Plans: Monthly installment options available.

How to Apply:

  • Fill out the application form & submit an SOP.
  • Submit reference letters & an audition video.
  • Apply for financial aid if needed.
  • Attend in-city auditions in July 2025.

Key Dates:

  • Applications Open: April 1, 2025
  • Application Deadline: July 1, 2025
  • Audition Week: July 14–20, 2025
  • Course Start Date: September 1, 2025