Audition Based Program of the Arts – Upcoming Dates

This program trains students in all aspects of the arts including Foundations of Theory and Technique, Individual and Collaborative Creation and Performance, and Critical Analysis. Students major in one of eight disciplines: Dance, Drama (Performance and Production); Music (Band, Contemporary, Strings, Vocal); or Visual and Media Arts. In addition to required credits, students have experiential learning opportunities such as career exploration, professional certification, discipline-specific training, opportunities beyond the classroom and seasonal collaborations on large-scale stage productions, small-scale studio productions and informal studio productions that invite broader school participation.  Graduating students receive a Certificate of Recognition in the Arts and Additional Qualifications such as industry training, professional resume and headshot, and a professional portfolio.

Located at Glendale Secondary School. Contact at [email protected]

Key Dates:

•  In-Person Information Night – Monday, November 21, 2022, 6:00 p.m **NEW LOCATION** Glendale Secondary School 145 Rainbow Drive, Hamilton ON
• Applications Due: Friday, December 16, 2022
• Auditions/ Portfolio Review: Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (sign up times will be available)
• Acceptance Letters: Friday February 3, 2023 (sent to applicants via email)
• Notification of Acceptance: Friday February 10, 2023 (accepted/declined via email)
• HWDSB ABPA Option Sheet Info Night 2022-23: Wednesday February 22 at Glendale Secondary School from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.