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SUMMARY:Pre-School Online Drama Time
DESCRIPTION:Pre-School Online Drama Time\nAges 2-3 years\nOnline\nSaturdays\, 10AM-10:30AM\nNov. 6 – Dec. 4\, 2021 \n\n\nRegister today! \nAn interactive drama class with a focus on storytelling\, character creation\, movement and music for toddlers preparing for school! We encourage hands-on engagement between caregiver and child so everyone can play and have fun together. Children will spend each week exploring a particular theme building to our culminating creation at the end of the term. After each class there will also be an optional 15-minute free-play time to continue connecting with other children and parents. \nPre-School Drama Time will be held online every Saturday from Nov. 6 – Dec. 4\, 2021 at 10AM for 30 minutes. This class is suitable for toddlers aged 2-3 and is led by artist educator Emily Langer\, who has experience in toddler development and programming. \nFee: $55 for 5 classes \nSchedule:\nSaturday\, Nov. 6\, 2021 at 10AM\nSaturday\, Nov. 13\, 2021 at 10AM\nSaturday\, Nov. 20\, 2021 at 10AM\nSaturday\, Nov. 27\, 2021 at 10AM\nSaturday\, Dec. 4\, 2021 at 10AM \n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact us at YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/pre-school-online-drama-time/2021-11-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ages 2-3 years,children,Parents & Children,Pre-School
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T185343Z
UID:35601-1634396400-1634403600@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Actor’s Craft (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Actor’s Craft (In-Person)\nGrades 9-12 \nSaturdays\n(Oct. 16 – Dec. 4)\n3PM – 5PM \nLocation: RBC WaterPark Place \nA stimulating and inspiring introduction to actor training and stagecraft\, this script-based class exposes students to a selection of influential playwrights and acting techniques as they learn to perform a variety of characters. (120 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/actors-craft-in-person/2021-10-16/
LOCATION:RBC WaterPark Place\, 88 Queens Quay W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 0B6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grades 9 - 12
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T184510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T184524Z
UID:35564-1634394600-1634401800@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 9-12 Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 9-12 Drama Class (Online)\nSaturdays\n(Oct. 16 – Dec. 4) \n2:30PM – 4:30PM \nStudents of all levels are welcome! Participants will engage in a variety of physical\, vocal and improvisation games and exercises\, developing confidence in their ideas\, expression\, ability to create on their feet and collaborate as an ensemble. Classes will explore how an actor prepares to perform\, as well as introducing the basic principles of improvisation and character creation. (120 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-12-drama-class-online/2021-10-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grades 9 - 12
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T184332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T184332Z
UID:35554-1634394600-1634401800@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 6-8B Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 6-8B Drama Class (Online)\nSaturdays\n(Oct. 16 – Dec. 4) \n2:30PM – 4:30PM \nThis fun\, active class\, will provide participants the chance to get up and create on their feet\, developing foundational voice and movement skills\, as well as character work and improvisation skills. Students will build their confidence in self-expression and collaborative work. (120 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-6-8b-drama-class-online/2021-10-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Gr. 6-8
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T185108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T185547Z
UID:35592-1634387400-1634394600@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 7-8B Drama Class (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 7-8B Drama Class (In-Person)\nSaturdays\n(Oct. 16 – Dec. 4)\n12:30PM – 2:30PM \nLocation: RBC WaterPark Place \nStudents of all levels are welcome! Participants will engage in a variety of physical\, vocal and improvisation games and exercises\, developing confidence in their ideas\, expression\, ability to create on their feet and collaborate as an ensemble. Classes will explore how an actor prepares to perform\, as well as introducing the basic principles of improvisation and character creation. (120 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-7-8b-drama-class-in-person/2021-10-16/
LOCATION:RBC WaterPark Place\, 88 Queens Quay W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 0B6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grades 7-8
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T184926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T185430Z
UID:35581-1634378400-1634385600@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 7-8A Drama Class (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 7-8A Drama Class (In-Person)\nSaturdays\n(Oct. 16 – Dec. 4)\n10AM – 12PM \nLocation: RBC WaterPark Place \nStudents of all levels are welcome! Participants will engage in a variety of physical\, vocal and improvisation games and exercises\, developing confidence in their ideas\, expression\, ability to create on their feet and collaborate as an ensemble. Classes will explore how an actor prepares to perform\, as well as introducing the basic principles of improvisation and character creation. (120 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-7-8a-drama-class-in-person/2021-10-16/
LOCATION:RBC WaterPark Place\, 88 Queens Quay W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 0B6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grades 7-8
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211014T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211014T181500
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T182810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T182810Z
UID:35478-1634231700-1634235300@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 3-4 Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 3-4 Drama Class (Online)\nThursdays\n(Oct. 14 – Dec. 2)\n5:15PM – 6:15PM \nBy engaging in imaginative games\, playing with different voices and exploring creative ways to express themselves physically\, participants will deepen their drama skills. This term focuses on vocal and physical expression\, improvisation\, self-expression and confidence. (60 minutes) \nLearn More
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-3-4-drama-class-online/2021-10-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grade 3-4
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211014T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211014T181500
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T182244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T182924Z
UID:35460-1634231700-1634235300@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Count Me In! (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Count Me In!\n(Gr. 1-2)\nOnline \nThursdays\n(Oct. 14 – Dec. 2)\n5:15PM – 6:15PM \nThis after-school class for students in Gr. 1 & 2 develops numeracy through improvisation and drama games. Developed with the Gr. 1 & 2 Ontario Curriculum learning goals in mind\, students will have fun navigating a series of stories that require inventive and creative problem-solving. Students will develop their confidence in math skills and concepts such as coding\, mapping\, orientations\, and grids. It will include a brief end-of-class report on the student’s achievements and next steps for development. (60 minutes) \nLearn More
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/count-me-in/2021-10-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grade 1-2
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211014T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T182519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T182849Z
UID:35469-1634227200-1634230800@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Do I Have a Story for You! (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Do I Have a Story for You!\n(Gr. 3-4)\nOnline \nThursdays\n(Oct. 14 – Dec. 2)\n4PM-5PM \nThis class for students in Grade 3 & 4 offers a unique opportunity for students to strengthen their literacy skills through online fun! Students will engage in various storytelling activities\, inspiring them to become more confident and engaged Language Arts learners. Developed with the Gr. 3 & 4 Ontario Language Arts curriculum in mind\, students will explore reading\, writing\, communication\, and comprehension through role-play and storytelling. Students will read and listen to a variety of literary and graphic novels\, and enhance their understanding through drama games and exercises. They will improvise and write their own short scenes and explore character development\, creative writing\, poetry and multiple viewpoints. This class will include a brief end-of-class report on the student’s achievements and next steps for development. (60 minutes) \nLearn More \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/do-i-have-a-story-for-you/2021-10-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grade 3-4
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T181809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T181809Z
UID:35439-1632852000-1632859200@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Writers’ Bloc (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Writers’ Bloc (Online)\nGr. 7-12 \nTuesdays: Fall & Winter\n(Sept. 28 – Mar. 3) \n6PM-8PM \nLearn More
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/writers-bloc-online/2021-09-28/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grade 7-12
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210928T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T180429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T180445Z
UID:35421-1632844800-1632850200@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 5-6 Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 5-6 Drama Class (Online)\n\nTuesdays\n(Sept. 28 – Nov. 16)\n4PM-5:30PM \nOnline\n \nPlease note all class times are Eastern Time Zone. \n\n\nGr. 5-6 \nLearn More
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-5-6-drama-class-online/2021-09-28/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T190329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T190528Z
UID:35630-1632841200-1632848400@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Play Days
DESCRIPTION:Play Days\nPlay Day #1:\nTuesday\, September 28\n3PM-5PM (EDT) \nExchange #1:\nWednesday\, October 20\n3PM-5PM (EDT) \nAre you interested in arts education? Looking for more opportunities to keep growing your arts education practice? Whether you are an emerging or experienced artist or artist educator\, we invite you to join Young People’s Theatre for Play Days: an informal opportunity to connect with other like-minded people and YPT staff to share and exchange ideas\, games and resources\, build community\, and – you guessed it – play! \nLearn More
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/play-days/2021-09-28/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artist,Artist Educators
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Addai":MAILTO:yaddai@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T184131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T184131Z
UID:35544-1632573000-1632580200@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 6-8A Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 6-8A Drama Class (Online)\nSaturdays\n(Sept. 25 – Nov. 20) \n12:30PM – 2:30PM \nThis fun\, active class\, will provide participants the chance to get up and create on their feet\, developing foundational voice and movement skills\, as well as character work and improvisation skills. Students will build their confidence in self-expression and collaborative work. (120 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-6-8a-drama-class-online/2021-09-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Gr. 6-8
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T183903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T183918Z
UID:35525-1632567600-1632571200@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 3-5B Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 3-5B Drama Class (Online)\nSaturdays\n(Sept. 25 – Nov. 20) \n11AM – 12PM \nBy engaging in imaginative games and improvisation exercises\, exploring their voices and creative ways to express themselves physically\, participants will deepen their drama skills. This term focuses on vocal and physical expression\, improvisation\, self-expression and confidence. (60 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-3-5b-drama-class-online/2021-09-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Gr. 3-5
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T183642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T183642Z
UID:35515-1632562200-1632565800@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gr. 3-5A Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Gr. 3-5A Drama Class (Online)\nSaturdays\n(Sept. 25 – Nov. 20) \n9:30AM – 10:30AM \nBy engaging in imaginative games and improvisation exercises\, exploring their voices and creative ways to express themselves physically\, participants will deepen their drama skills. This term focuses on vocal and physical expression\, improvisation\, self-expression and confidence. (60 minutes) \nLearn More 
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gr-3-5a-drama-class-online/2021-09-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Gr. 3-4
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20211014T183339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T183339Z
UID:35504-1632562200-1632565800@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:JK-Gr. 2 Drama Class (Online)
DESCRIPTION:JK-Gr. 2 Drama Class (Online)\nSaturdays\n(Sept. 25 – Nov. 20) \n9:30AM – 10:30AM \nThrough imaginative games\, and gesture and movement work\, participants will develop their ability to express themselves verbally and physically\, building a confidence in their own creative ideas and their capacity to collaborate. There are also optional follow-up activities that include arts and crafts\, puppet making and drawing. (60 minutes) \nLearn More
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/jk-gr-2-drama-class-online/2021-09-25/
CATEGORIES:JK-Gr. 2
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20210513T175403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T175403Z
UID:34412-1621497600-1621530000@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Gospel Truth
DESCRIPTION:Gospel Truth\nBy Kanika Ambrose\nBased on the novel by Caroline Pignant\nDirected by Leighton Alexander Williams \nONLINE READING:\nMAY 20\, 2021 \nRunning time: approx. 60 mins. \nRecommended for Gr. 6-10 \nEARLY STAGES – A New Play Development Experience for Schools \nFeaturing new plays by five playwrights\, YPT gives students an inside look at the early stages of play development. Classrooms will receive exclusive access to live-streamed readings of new works in progress. \nPlease note that this is an interactive experience\, with playwrights curious about your students’ perceptions and opinions on specific elements of the play. Prior to the reading\, teachers will be supplied with questions for their students and will be asked to submit their feedback to YPT afterwards. \nFor more details or to register your class\, please contact Susan Waycik\, Box Office Supervisor\, at yptboxoffice@youngpeoplestheatre.org. \nThis program is offered at no cost. \nAbout Gospel Truth: \nGospel Truth focuses on the life of a young Black girl living on a Virginia plantation in the 1850’s and the changes that come unexpectedly with the arrival of a stranger from the north. Based on the novel by Caroline Pignant. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/gospel-truth/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Gr. 6-10,Schools
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ORGANIZER;CN="Young People's Theatre":MAILTO:online@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20210202T173224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T165632Z
UID:33035-1618214400-1618592400@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Online Spring Break Drama Camp
DESCRIPTION:Online Spring Break Drama Camp\nRegister Today!\nGr. 1-6\nOnline \nRegister Online here or\nDownload our Registration Package here. \nSee details about camps\, plus info about our brand new literacy-based drama camp\, Do I Have a Story For You! here:\nhttps://youngpeoplestheatre.org/dramaschool/march-break/spring-break-drama-camp/
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/online-spring-break-drama-camp/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6,YPT Drama School
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20210212T182245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T182245Z
UID:33348-1616832000-1616864400@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:SensoryBox
DESCRIPTION:SensoryBox\n\nA co-development with Ghost River Theatre\nWritten by Eric Rose and Christopher Duthie \n\n\nSATURDAY\, MAR. 27 (2PM)\nWEDNESDAY\, MAR. 31 (7PM)\nSATURDAY\, APR. 3 (2PM) \nRECOMMENDED FOR AGES 9-12\nRUN TIME: APPROX. 1 HOUR \n\n\nRegistration Coming Soon!\nSign up for our E-letter here for more details.\n\nA Funny\, Delightful & Surprising Experience  \nExplore the electric connection between our senses and the imagination with SensoryBox. \nBe one of the first to experience this brand new fun\, fascinating (and FREE!) tactile experiment! The adventure begins with a wrapped box delivered to your door (no peeking until the event!). On the day of your performance\, you’ll tune into a livestream\, pop on a blindfold (included)\, and begin your tactile trek along with an online audience of young people from across the GTA. In the comfort of your own home\, and alongside the gentle guiding voices of the hosts\, you’ll discover the mysterious contents of your box – and the pure fun of play! \nSensoryBox is both a delightful exploration of the unknown and a comforting reframing of everyday items. The experience offers a sense of connectivity\, discovery and delight from afar. By presenting objects to young viewers at home\, we’re creating a bridge to the immediacy of live performance. \nHERE’S WHERE YOU COME IN…\nYou’ll note that this special event is free (yes\, free! – except for delivery of the box\, if that’s the option you choose). It’s free because you’re a very important part of this exploration! SensoryBox is a brand new experiment so we’d love to know what you think. We’ll give you a couple options to provide your feedback – either online immediately following the performance or through a simple survey. You’ll receive more information before your event date. \nA few notes…\nRESERVATIONS\nRecommended for ages 9-12.\nParticipants must live within the GTA.\nA reservation is required (maximum of 2 reservations per household). \nDELIVERY OPTIONS\nFree curbside pick up at Young People’s Theatre\, 165 Front Street East\, Toronto\nOR delivery to your door (shipping charges apply). Options will be noted at check out. \nADULT SUPERVISION\nCaregivers\, please note that the package will include a list of the items in the box – for your eyes only!\nWe recommend that an adult be close by in case of any technical – or tactile – glitches. \n“It is our intention to celebrate and examine our relationship to touch at this particular moment in time. We are experimenting with how visceral touch can be in a live performance and through an online medium.”\n– Eric Rose\, Ghost River Theatre Artistic Director \nAbout Shifting Stages:\nSensoryBox is part of Shifting Stages – a brand new\, curated program that redefines “the stage” in this time of social distancing\, presenting works-in-progress that will be “performed” on alternate platforms ranging from radio and social media to text\, VR and more.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/sensorybox/2021-03-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ages 9-12,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210324T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
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SUMMARY:Storytellers Series: Pamela Mordecai
DESCRIPTION:Storytellers Series: Pamela Mordecai\n\nGather the little ones in your life to watch as novelist\, poet and playwright Pamela Mordecai tells three captivating Jamaican folktales!\n\nRecommended for ages 4-8\, these clever stories include “Anansi and the Birds”\, “How All the Stories Came to be Called Anansi Stories” and “Don’t Trouble Trouble Until Trouble Troubles You”.\n\nClick here to watch Pamela’s videos\, posted on March 24 at 12PM.\n\nFor more information about our Storytellers Series – and to see previously posted videos – visit here.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/storytellers-series-pamela-mordecai/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ages 4-8,Families,Parents & Children,SK-Gr. 2
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ORGANIZER;CN="Young People's Theatre":MAILTO:online@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210204T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20210202T172045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T172232Z
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SUMMARY:Online Toddler Drama Time
DESCRIPTION:Expanding on YPT’s successful in-person Toddler Drama Time pilot last year\, this online class will engage toddlers between the ages of 12 and 30 months. This is an interactive drama\, movement and music class for explorers who are on the move! We encourage hands on engagement between caregiver and toddler so everyone can play and have fun together. After the class there will also be an optional 15-minute free play time to continue connecting with other toddlers and parents after class. \nToddler Drama Time will be held online every Thursday from Feb. 4-25\, 2021 at 10AM for 30 minutes. This class is suitable for explorers aged 12-30 months and is led by an artist educator with experience in toddler development and programming. \nFee: $40 for 4 classes \nSchedule:\nThursday\, Feb. 4\, 2021 at 10AM\nThursday\, Feb. 11\, 2021 at 10AM\nThursday\, Feb 18\, 2021 at 10AM\nThursday\, Feb. 25\, 2021 at 10AM \nRegister online here.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/online-toddler-drama-time-2/2021-02-04/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:12-30 months
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPT Drama School":MAILTO:YPTDramaSchool@youngpeoplestheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210203T191500
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20210202T190707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T214749Z
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SUMMARY:Storytellers Series: Louise Profeit-LeBlanc
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE PRESENTATIONS:\nFEBRUARY 3\, 10\, 15 (FAMILY DAY)\, 2021\n7PM \nRECOMMENDED FOR AGES 9-12 (GR. 3-6) \nPremiering in October\, this brand new Storytellers Series spotlights oral storytelling traditions across cultures. The series will be made available to schools with options pre- and post-show workshops. \nSign up for our e-letter today and get all the latest news on the Storyteller Series and more\, plus full access to YPT’s 20.21 season! \nLouise Profeit-LeBlanc\n“T’s Däna”- Beaver Woman \nLouise is a member of the Nacho N’yak Dun First Nation of Mayo\, in Northeastern Yukon. She is a mother\, grandmother and a Story-Keeper. She presently lives in Wakefield\, Quebec with her husband Bob. Louise comes from a long line of traditional storytellers and her repertoire consists of her own personal stories and more specifically ancient stories relative to her homeland\, the Yukon. These stories depict how the land was made\, how her people lived and survived for thousands of years. Many of these stories refer to how everything in nature\, exists in balance but more importantly depict morals and teachings how we all can learn to live harmoniously with each other\, while caring for the land\, the water and all living things. She is grateful of the privilege of having been passed down these stories by her Elders and honoured to be able to share them with all generations and people of all backgrounds\, for the last 45 years. \nShe has travelled extensively sharing these stories at many International venues Storytelling festivals\, universities and colleges\, where she also has provided storytelling  workshops using examples of stories to inform the audience  of the importance of oral tradition for the healing of the nations. \nLouise is also a visual textile artist\, poet and short story writer and continues to demonstrate the necessity of utilizing the power of art and story\, to heal\, educate and provide opportunities for others to express their culture and strength through the arts. Louise volunteers her time serving in many capacities and sharing Traditional knowledge with children\, mothers at schools and  community centres. She also provides storytelling workshops and is a member of  the Storytellers of Canada-Conteurs du Canada. \nShe recently accepted to be on the  board for the “Bearing Witness Canada” chapter for this region\, established to assist in educating the public about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission report and has recently offered a workshop on “Seven Valleys Towards Reconciliation”  for the organization to help commemorate National Indigenous Day. Louise strongly believes that “the purpose of justice is for the appearance of unity” on the planet.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/storytellers-series-louise-profeit-leblanc/2021-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20201007T162005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T162005Z
UID:31569-1607367600-1607371200@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Right Here\, Write Now
DESCRIPTION:“Right Here\, Write Now”\n3 Playwrights Respond to our Altered World\n“Right Here\, Write Now”\nYPT’s New Online Play Festival \n“…we are in for some\nWONDERFUL THEATRE RIGHT IN OUR HOMES.”\n– OnStage Blog \nDec. 7\, 8 & 11\, 2020\nYPT’s YouTube channel \nRight Here\, Write Now\, a new play festival introduced in June\, returns with its latest series of live-streamed readings\, featuring contemporary playwrights responding to these extraordinary times. The series includes playwright/actor Jeff Ho (YPT’s Antigone:方; Ophelia in Why Not’s Prince Hamlet); Icelandic playwright/author Andri Snær Magnason (YPT’s Blue Planet); and playwright/actor Makambe K Simamba (Our Fathers\, Sons\, Lovers and Little Brothers\, b current performing arts; Artist in Residence\, Tarragon). The Festival takes place Dec. 7\, 8 & 11 at 7PM. A recorded version will be made available to schools with optional pre- and post-show workshops.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/right-here-write-now/2020-12-07/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20201007T161712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T161712Z
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SUMMARY:Untitled
DESCRIPTION:Untitled\nBy Rhiannon Collett \n\n\nONLINE READING:\nDECEMBER 2\, 2020 \nEARLY STAGES – A New Play Development Experience\nFeaturing new plays by four playwrights\, YPT will give students an inside look at the early stages of play development. Classrooms will receive exclusive access to live-streamed readings of new works in progress\, followed by post-show discussions with the playwright and YPT Education & Participation staff. \nAbout Untitled:\nSam’s life is falling apart\, but it’s harder to notice now that her new best friend Kate has arrived at school. However\, once they join together in an act of retribution in defense of Kate’s sister\, they are both left to wonder if anyone is worthy of forgiveness.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/untitled/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20201007T160816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T221844Z
UID:31549-1606330800-1606330800@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Storyteller Series
DESCRIPTION:Storyteller Series\nStoryteller and playwright Gail Nyoka brings her stories to the virtual stage Nov. 25\, Dec. 2 and 9. In 2018\, Gail travelled to Ghana where she recorded tales of the Ewe people\, Voices of the Ancestors: Stories and Lore from Ghana’s Volta.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/storyteller-series/2020-11-25/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20201007T161425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T161425Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Wicked Nix\nBy Paula Wing\nAdapted from the book by Lena Coakley \nONLINE READING:\nNOVEMBER 18\, 2020 \nEARLY STAGES – A New Play Development Experience for Schools\nFeaturing new plays by four playwrights\, YPT will give students an inside look at the early stages of play development. Classrooms will receive exclusive access to live-streamed readings of new works in progress\, followed by post-show discussions with the playwright and YPT Education & Participation staff. \nAbout Wicked Nix:\nWicked Nix\, the foulest of the fairies\, risks falling out of favour with the Faerie Queen if he can’t safeguard her woods. When a human settles in just before her return on Midsummer’s Eve\, Nix is faced with difficult choices and an even more dangerous truth.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/31562/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20201007T161133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T161133Z
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SUMMARY:Sweeter
DESCRIPTION:Sweeter\nBy Alicia Richardson \n\n\nONLINE READING:\nNOVEMBER 6\, 2020 \nEARLY STAGES – A New Play Development Experience\nFeaturing new plays by four playwrights\, YPT will give students an inside look at the early stages of play development. Classrooms will receive exclusive access to live-streamed readings of new works in progress\, followed by post-show discussions with the playwright and YPT Education & Participation staff. \nAbout Sweeter:\nTwenty years after the Civil War\, a talking mango tree begins to grow on a plot of land tended by a former slave and his young daughter. As a brutal winter threatens the future of the farm\, will love or greed prevail?
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/sweeter/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201105T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20200915T193552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T193552Z
UID:31103-1604570400-1604572200@www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
SUMMARY:Online Toddler Drama Time
DESCRIPTION:Online Toddler Drama Time\n\nAges 12-30 months\nOnline Pilot\nThursdays: Nov. 5-26\, 2020 \n\n\nExpanding on YPT’s successful in-person Toddler Drama Time pilot last year\, this online class will engage toddlers between the ages of 12 and 30 months. This is an interactive drama\, movement and music class for explorers who are on the move! After the class there will also be an optional 15-minute free play time to continue connecting with other toddlers and parents after class. \nToddler Drama Time will be held online every Thursday from Nov. 5-26\, 2020 at 10AM for 30 minutes. This class is suitable for explorers aged 12-30 months and is led by an artist educator with experience in toddler development and programming. \nFee: $32 for 4 classes or $10/class \nSchedule:\nThursday\, Nov. 5\, 2020 at 10AM\nThursday\, Nov. 12\, 2020 at 10AM\nThursday\, Nov. 19\, 2020 at 10AM\nThursday\, Nov. 26\, 2020 at 10AM
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/online-toddler-drama-time/2020-11-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:12-30 months
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20201007T161015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T161501Z
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SUMMARY:The Fixing Girl
DESCRIPTION:The Fixing Girl\nBy Kevin Dyer \n\n\nONLINE READING:\nOCT. 21\, 2020 \nEARLY STAGES – A New Play Development Experience for Schools\nFeaturing new plays by four playwrights\, YPT will give students an inside look at the early stages of play development. Classrooms will receive exclusive access to live-streamed readings of new works in progress\, followed by post-show discussions with the playwright and YPT Education & Participation staff. \nAbout The Fixing Girl:\nMum’s thoughtlessness is making Meghan’s horrible day worse. Meghan hopes to find the answer to feeling better in the shed where she and Grandad fix broken things\, but instead only finds more questions.
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/the-fixing-girl/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201018T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201018T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T082225
CREATED:20200915T193054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T193054Z
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SUMMARY:Audition Technique
DESCRIPTION:Audition Technique\n(Gr. 7-8)\nOct. 18 – Dec. 6\, 2020\n1:30PM – 3:30PM\n \nFor students auditioning for an arts school or show\, or who love diving into text work\, this is the class to take! Students learn the strategies and skills necessary to bring their monologues to life and make the best impression online! (120 minutes).
URL:https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org/event/audition-technique-2/2020-10-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grades 7-8
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