Theatre Youth Programs

Theatre Orangeville has a strong commitment to the youth of our community. Our youth programs continue the Theatre Orangeville tradition of providing quality professional theatre as well as creative and exciting learning opportunities for local young people who have a desire to experience all the wonders that the performing arts can offer.

SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS

ONE WEEK PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH WHO ARE "NEW TO THEATRE!"

ONE-ACT PLAYS AND MUSIC EVERY DAY!  FOR AGES 10-14

AUGUST 23-27

9 am to 1 pm

Program Director:  Gary Sarazin

Participants will be divided into smaller groups to work on one-act plays.  Warm up games and music interpretation will happen daily.  Pop songs will be used to develop the story that lies within.  This "New To Theatre" program will develop essential drama and presentation skills in young "budding" actors!

There will be a "Big Show Performance" on Friday, August 27th at 12:00 pm!  Parents, Caregivers and Friends are invited to attend.

LOCATION:  NEW THEATRE ORANGEVILLE REHEARSAL HALL!
(Located on Dufferin Road 3 at Highway 9)

Cost:  $130 + HST

2010 FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS

TAKE A WALK ON THE IMPROV SIDE

FOR AGES 7-11

SEPT. 21 - NOV. 9 (TUESDAYS)

6:30 PM - 8 PM

Program Director:  Gary Sarazin

In this 8-week program, fun games and activities will develop good improv and drama skills, concluding with a "Big Show" where these skills will be displayed.

LOCATION:  NEW THEATRE ORANGEVILLE REHEARSAL HALL (Located on Dufferin Road 3 at Highway 9)

Cost:  $160 + HST

THE WHOLE SHEBANG

FOR AGES 11-16

SEPT. 20 - NOV. 8 (MONDAYS)

5 PM - 7 PM

Program Directors:  Chandra Mulder, Deb Robertson, Rebecca Urion, Steve Urion, Chelsea Johnson, Elizabeth Glenday

Ever wonder what it takes to be a triple threat?  Want to really deliver in auditions?  Then you don't want to miss this opportunity!  In this 8-week course, participants will work with a number of Theatre Orangeville instructors to learn a variety of audition-based skills, including improvisation, clowning, musical theatre, movement, classical monologue work, characterization and scene study.  After 8 classes, participants will have a strong base with which to impress any auditioning panel!

LOCATION:  NEW THEATRE ORANGEVILLE REHEARSAL HALL!

(Located on Dufferin Road 3 at Highway 9)

Cost:  $180 + HST

**There will be no class on Thanksgiving Monday.

Theatre Orangeville Youth Singers

Under the direction of Anne Reid and Pamela Scott

The Theatre Orangeville Youth Singers (T.O.Y.S. choir) is a performing choir for children 8 years of age and older. The program runs from September to May of each year.

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Drama for Young People

Theatre Orangeville’s Drama for Young People programs include sessions specializing in both drama and musical theatre and are offered throughout the year.

The Young Company

The Theatre Orangeville Music Young Company and the Theatre Orangeville Drama Young Company each provide unique opportunities for 25 talented young people between the ages of 11 and 16 who are looking for a more in-depth theatrical experience. An audition is required for entry into this summer program with a full-scale production presented at the end to the general public.

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For further information on any of our Youth Programs or to receive a Theatre Orangeville Academy Brochure, please contact the Box Office at 519-942-3423 or 1-800-424-1295.

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