These performances are specifically designed for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Relaxed performances may include adjusted sound and lighting levels, a designated relief area outside of the Mainstage theatre, and additional support before and during your visit. When we held our first relaxed performance in the 2014/15 season, we learned a great deal about how […]
Building Story Through Improv Our next session of Cultural Gym: Building Story Through Improv takes place Wednesday, February 10th. YPT's Cultural Gym sessions offer an opportunity for both children and adults to exercise their creative muscles. Sessions introduce specific aspects of theatre and performance to help participants develop new drama-based skills. Five different sessions are […]
Building Story Through Improv Our next session of Cultural Gym: Building Story Through Improv takes place Wednesday, February 17th. YPT's Cultural Gym sessions offer an opportunity for both children and adults to exercise their creative muscles. Sessions introduce specific aspects of theatre and performance to help participants develop new drama-based skills. Five different sessions are […]
Building Story Through Improv Our next session of Cultural Gym: Building Story Through Improv takes place Wednesday, February 24th. YPT's Cultural Gym sessions offer an opportunity for both children and adults to exercise their creative muscles. Sessions introduce specific aspects of theatre and performance to help participants develop new drama-based skills. Five different sessions are […]
Building Story Through Improv Our next session of Cultural Gym: Building Story Through Improv takes place Wednesday, March 2nd. YPT's Cultural Gym sessions offer an opportunity for both children and adults to exercise their creative muscles. Sessions introduce specific aspects of theatre and performance to help participants develop new drama-based skills. Five different sessions are […]
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 […]
Session #1 Cultural Gym: Building Story Through Improv with Herbie Barnes Cultural Gym is an opportunity for both children and adults to exercise their creative muscles. Come challenge yourself in new ways and be part of an artistic community! These fun, fast-paced sessions will use ensemble-based exercises focusing on the creation and development of new characters […]
Family Shelter Program YPT’s Family Shelter Program is a weekly drama-based program for children (aged 6 to 11) living at a City of Toronto shelter with their mothers. Delivered by a YPT Resident Artist Educator, this program uses facilitated play and drama activities to explore the themes of self-esteem, confidence building and positive self-expression. The […]
