During March 23's Cultural Gym: Interactive Theatre Techniques for Conflict Resolution, YPT Resident Artist Educator Greg Thomas will provide a lively and fun introduction to Augusto Boal’s Forum Theatre technique. Participants will learn the power of audience involvement and how drama can be used to help people make positive changes when faced with challenging real-life […]
Cultural Gym: Creating Character Through Movement An actor's instrument is their body. In this fun and lively workshop YPT Resident Artist Educator Melinda Little will introduce physical theatre techniques to explore how your body can be a fantastic resource for creating a character. Date: Wed, March 23rd – 6:00pm to 7:00pm Participants: We welcome children […]
Cultural Gym: Secrets of Scenic Painting During Cultural Gym: Secrets of Scenic Painting, YPT Resident Scenic Painter Mattea Kennedy will lead a series of classes on traditional techniques frequently used in scenic painting. Participants will learn the step-by-step process of how to beautifully transform any object into wood, marble or stone, using only paint and the […]
WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE? Career Development through Learning and Leadership Career Development through Learning and Leadership is a free event geared toward early to mid-career arts workers who are interested in a conversation about career development, learning and leadership with their peers as well as experts in the field. Invited guests will speak throughout […]
Young People's Theatre is delighted to extend an invitation to the community to attend our 50th Birthday Bash on Friday, May 13th! Join the party as YPT throws open its doors to welcome members of the theatre and the education communities, along with donors, volunteers, Drama School alumni, audience members past and present, and friends […]
PA Day - Play in a Day YPT is running full-day workshops on PA Days in the TDSB/TCDSB. This full-day workshop is for children in Grades 1-3 and 4-6. It will run from 9:00am to 3:30pm. Early drop-off is available from 8:30am. These PA Day - Play in a Day sessions are being offered at […]
Summer Reading Series Workshop Toronto Public Library - Lillian Smith Library - Summer Reading Series Workshop July 20, 2016 4pm - 6pm Facilitated by Lois Adamson, YPT Member Schools & Education Manager. YPT offers a wide range of community programs and workshops that serve to enrich neighbourhoods throughout the city. The focus of these programs […]
YPT will facilitate a drama workshop with parents and toddlers at the Macaulay Child Development Centre – Jane Street Hub location. The Macaulay Child Development Centre is a multi-service, child care and family support agency. YPT's Schools & Community Programs Manager, Amber Ebert, will be leading this workshop.
Summer Reading Series Workshop Toronto Public Library - Dawes Road Branch - Summer Reading Series Workshop August 11, 2016 1pm - 2pm *More information coming soon. YPT offers a wide range of community programs and workshops that serve to enrich neighbourhoods throughout the city. The focus of these programs is to introduce participants to the arts while developing […]
Want to learn more about our Community Volunteer program and various opportunities to get involved with YPT this fall? Join us for an information evening on Thursday, September 15 at 6pm. The evening will include an overview of our programs, a tour of the theatre, and an opportunity to ask questions. Registration is required for […]
