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Theatre School: Fall Session 2010/11

Just as the touch of a magic wand opened new possibilities for Cinderella, a single event can open worlds of growth for a child.  Having fun learning to act, finding your place in the spotlight, and meeting friends to last a lifetime are just some of the magical adventures waiting for you at MTYP.

My own experiences at MTYP Theatre School have brought surprising rewards and developed skills I did not dream I would ever claim to have.  I have heard that same story from many people, young and old, who have come to MTYP.  The programs described in the following pages are intended to give that opportunity to every child.  My wish is that you are touched by magic, and discover your magic touch at MTYP this year.

Kent Suss, MTYP Theatre Director
ksuss@mtyp.ca


Adventures in Acting for Ages 3-19

From the Drama Explorers program for children age 3-6 to the Musical Theatre, Shakespeare and Young Companies for teens, courses are designed for every age and skill level.  Actor training begins with creative exercises and improvisation to build imagination and teamwork skills, and progresses towards rehearsing scripts and performing in plays, movies, and musicals.

On Stage: Class Performances and Student Companies
The thrill of performing is a big part of what makes theatre fun.  Students in all classes have the opportunity to perform in front of an audience.  Young people age 9 and up are invited to audition for one of MTYP’s student companies:  The Junior Company, Musical Theatre Company, Shakespeare Company, and Young Company perform on stage with costumes, props, and lighting provided by our professional production team. 

On Screen: Film Courses
MTYP is a community leader in film education for young people.  Our students have won awards with their own videos, and appeared in feature films.  Acting for the camera and learning to make your own movies are the essential skills you’ll learn in courses and camps offered all year round.   Film classes show their work publicly at The Big Screen Bonanza: a Festival of Student Films in Richardson Hall on Saturday, March 12 at 6 pm.   New this year: film projects will be posted on a password-protected internet website.  Students will receive the password so they can view and download their films at their leisure.

The Mainstage Connection

Seeing professional theatre for young people and learning to be an artist yourself is an unbeatable combination, found only at MTYP!  All MTYP students receive free tickets to a series of professional Mainstage productions, presented in our theatre.  To take advantage of this fantastic offer, please book your Mainstage Connection subscription today.


Class Lists

Drama Explorers - Ages 3 to 6

DramaVentures
For 3-4 year olds & their parents

One of the greatest gifts a child can offer is an invitation to play.  In this course, adults participate with their children in various forms of imaginative play such as story-telling and  story-building.  Watch your child’s natural love of stories blossom along with his or her confidence and group skills.

Fall Session/10 weeks $155
FDVA.1/Saturday 10:00 – 10:45 am
First class September 25

Winter Session/10 weeks $155

WDVA.1/Saturday 10:00 – 10:45 am

First class January 8

 

Spring Session/10 weeks $155

SDVA.1/Saturday 9:30 – 10:15 am

First class April 9

If you have several children within the 2-5 year range, here is good news: We have discovered that 2 year-olds attending DramaVentures are inspired by the older members in the class, and 5 year-olds are natural leaders.  While the course is geared for the 3 & 4 year-olds, your 2 & 5 year-olds may join in for 50% of the course fee.

First child regular price, additional siblings (age 2 & 5) $80.00

Dynamic Drama

4 & 5 years

The perfect class for the drama dynamo in your family.  An adventure in imagination, with stories to captivate and stimulate, costumes to try on, and lots of moving, acting, and dramatic play.  Participants will encounter the world of theatre while developing confidence and cooperation skills. 

 

Fall Session/22 weeks fee $273

FDDA.2/Saturday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

First class September 25

 

FDDA.3/Saturday 1:00 – 2:00 pm

First class September 25

 

Fall Session/10 weeks fee $155

FDDA.1/Saturday 9:00 – 10:00 am

First class September 25

 

FDDB.4/Sunday 1:30 – 2:30 pm

First class September 19

 

Winter Session/10 weeks  $155

WDDA.1/Saturday 9:00 – 10:00 am

First class January 8

 

WDDB.2/Sunday 1:30 – 2:30 pm

First class January 3

 

Spring Session/10 weeks  $155

SDDA.1/Saturday 10:30 – 11:30 am

First class April 9

 

SDDA.2/Saturday 12:30 – 1:30 pm

First class April 9

Imagination Station

4 - 6 years

A puppet or mask can encourage the blossoming of verbal communication in a child.  This new class combines the fun of making simple masks, props, and puppets with the adventure of using those creations in acting out stories.  Each week’s class is structured in two parts: Part one is craft time and part two is devoted to acting out a story.

 

Fall Session/10 weeks $165

FISA.1/Saturday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

First class September 25

 

FISB.2/Sunday 12:30 – 1:30 pm

First class September 19

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $165

WISA.1/Saturday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

First class January 8

 

WISB.2/Sunday 12:30 – 1:30 pm

First class January 9
 

Creative Drama

5 & 6 years

A fun and encouraging introduction to theatre and drama. Students develop their imaginations and powers of self-expression through drama games, music and dance, story theatre, and role playing.  A great class for anyone who loves to make believe!

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $275

FCDA.1/Saturday 9:00 – 10:00 am

First class September 25

 

FCDA.2/Saturday 10:00 – 11:00 am

First class September 25

 

FCDA.3/Saturday 12:00 – 1:00 pm

First class September 25

 

FCDA.4/Saturday 1:00 – 2:00 pm

First class September 25

 

FCDC.7/Monday 6:00 – 7:00 pm

First class September 20

 

FCDD.8/Tuesday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

First class September 21

  

Fall Session/10 weeks fee $155

FCDA.5/Saturday 2:00 – 3:00 pm

First class September 25

 

FCDA.6/Saturday 4:00 – 5:00 pm

First class September 25

  
Winter Session/10 weeks $155

WCDA.1/Saturday 4:00 – 5:00 pm

First class January 8

  

Spring Session/10 weeks $155

SCDA.1/Saturday 9:30 – 10:30 am

First class April 9

 

SCDA.2/Saturday 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

First class April 9

 

SCDA.3/Saturday 12:30 - 1:30 pm

First class April 9

 

SCDD.4/Tuesday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

First class April 12

Puppet Magic

5 & 6 years

This course is a great way to have fun developing verbal and social skills.  Students will make puppets out of all kinds of materials, and create storylines to bring their characters to life.  A puppet show will be performed for special guests on the last day of class. 

 
Spring Session Only/10 weeks $165

SPTMA.1/Saturday 9:30 – 10:30 am

First class April 9

Junior Division - Ages 7 to 12

Children in this age range thrive on the creative environment of acting classes, and love to play characters and put on plays.  The following courses offer enthusiastic performers the opportunity to build acting skills and perform.

ADVENTURES IN ACTING: STAGES OF SUCCESS

Junior Acting

What is acting about?  How do you begin?  This course gives you the chance to build your acting skills through dramatic exercises and creative movement.  Learn to share ideas and invent scenes through improvisation and teamwork.  Join the fun of imagining, learning, and performing together with new friends who love to act, just like you! 

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $275

7-8 years:

FJ1A.1/Saturday 9:30 – 10:30 am

First class September 25

 

FJ1A.2/Saturday 10:30 – 11:30 am

First class September 25

 

FJ1A.3/Saturday 2:30 – 3:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FJ1F.4/Thursday 6:00 – 7:00 pm

First class September 23

 

9-10 years:

FJ2A.1/Saturday 10:30 – 11:30 am

First class September 25

 

FJ2A.2/Saturday 12:30 – 1:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FJ2C.3/Monday 6:00 – 7:00 pm

First class September 20

 

11-12 years:

FJ3A.1/Saturday 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FJ3A.2/Saturday 1:30 – 2:30 pm

First class September 25

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $155
7-8 years

WJ1A.1/Saturday 3:00 – 4:00 pm

First class January 8

 

WJ1C.2/Monday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

First class January 3

 

9-10 years

WJ2A.1/Saturday 2:00 – 3:00 pm

First class January 8

 

11-12 years

WJ3E/Wednesday 6:00 – 7:00 pm

First class January 5

 

Spring Session/10 weeks  $155

7-8 years

SJ1A.1/Saturday 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

First class April 9

 

SJ1A.2/Saturday 12:30 – 1:30 pm

First class April 9

 

SJ1D.3/Tuesday 6:00 – 7:00 pm

First class April 12

 

9-10 years

SJ2A.1/Saturday 10:30 – 11:30 am

First class April 9

 

SJ2C.2/Monday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

First class April 11

 

11-12 years

SJ3A.1/Saturday 1:30 – 2:30 pm

First class April 9

 

“She loves her theatre classes at MTYP.  It has done wonders for her confidence.  She wants to learn everything she can.  She always gets excited about being in the play at the end.” –Theatre School Parent


Showtime!

This course provides advanced training in the essentials of acting.  Character exploration, improvisation, and rehearsing scenes from plays and movies will equip you to create exciting action and compelling characters on stage.  As a finale, you and your ensemble will perform a play onstage in Richardson Hall in March 2011.

Prerequisite: Junior Acting

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $275

8-9 years

FST1A.1/Saturday 9:30 – 10:30 am

First class September 25

 

FST1A.2/Saturday 12:30 – 1:30 pm

First class September 25

 

10-12 years

FST2A.1/Saturday 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FST2D.2/Tuesday 6:00 – 7:00 pm

First class September 21

 

 

Scripts & Screens

Build on your success and take your acting from good to great!  Prepare for the fun challenge of learning to make the camera work for you.  Actors in this course will rehearse and record scenes from great movies and learn the ins and outs of screen tests, head shots, and resumes – everything you need to know to land your next on-screen film or television job!  Class film projects will be posted on a password-protected website.

 

Recommended prerequisite: 2 years of Theatre School instruction in the Junior Division

 
Fall Session Only/22 weeks  $335

9-12 years

FSS2A/Saturday 3:30 – 5:00 pm

First class September 25

 

 

NEW: Puppetry Performance Workshop

Building and getting to know a puppet can yield rich rewards for a child, and can offer a boost to actors in training!  In play, puppets evoke empathy and encourage communication.  In performance they stretch an actor’s vocal and emotional range.  But puppets aren’t just good for you – they’re great fun, too! These courses give you the chance to learn to create several types of puppets, and to perform with them in a show at the end of term. 
Both courses are open to beginner and advanced puppeteers.

 

Fall Session/10 weeks $180

7-10 years

FPPW/Wednesday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

 

Fall Session students will create hand puppets and rod puppets and perform a fresh comedy inspired by the traditional Punch and Judy puppet show.

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $180

7-10 years

WPPW/Wednesday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

 

Winter Session students will create Asian-inspired shadow puppets and European marionettes for a dramatic tale of magic and mystery. 

 

Actor’s Workshop

Offered only in spring, this course is a unique opportunity to work with theatre professionals on everything an actor needs to know.  From audition methods and voice training to mime and stage movement, actors will have fun bringing their skills to the next level.

 

Prerequisite: Junior Acting

 
Spring Session Only/10 weeks  $195

8-12 years

SAWA/Saturday 1:00 – 2:30 pm

First class April 9

MUSICAL THEATRE

Every musical theatre class* will perform on stage as part of A Kind of Magic: a Musical Theatre Gala Recital on the weekend of March 4-6, 2011 in the MTYP theatre. 

Musical Theatre for 7 & 8 year-olds  

Does your child burst into song and dance whenever company arrives?  Specially designed for children age 7 and 8 who already love to perform, this course combines songs, stories, and creative movement.  We’ll act out the best-beloved children’s stories of all time and have fun adding music and movement as we go!

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $310

FMAA.1/Saturday 1:30 – 2:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FMAC.2/Monday 5:30 – 6:30 pm

First class September 20

 

FMAC.3/Monday 6:30 – 7:30 pm

First class September 20

 

FMAD.4/Tuesday 5:30 – 6:30 pm

First class September 21

 

FMAD.5/Tuesday 6:30 – 7:30 pm

First class September 21

 

Spring Session/10 weeks $165

SMAA/Saturday 9:00 – 10:00 am

First class April 9


Junior Musical Theatre: Introduction

9-12 years

Dreaming of Broadway? Start here with a course for those who are up for the challenge of acting, singing and dancing -- all at the same time! Come share the fun of learning choreography and performing chorus numbers from your favourite musicals.  You’re sure to feel like a star with this hit!

 

Fall Session/10 weeks $200

FMT1E.4/Wednesday 7:00 – 8:30 pm

First class September 22

(*note: this course ends on December 2, 2010, and is not part of the program for the Gala in March, 2011.  Students finishing FMT1E.4 are invited to join the Winter Session course WMT1E, which is on the Gala program.)

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $390

FMT1A.1/Saturday 9:00 – 10:30 am

First class September 25

 

FMT1A.2/Saturday 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

First class September 25

 

FMT1E.3/Wednesday 5:30 – 7:00 pm

First class September 22

 

FMT1F.5/Thursday 5:30 – 7:00 pm

First class September 23

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $200

WMT1E/Wednesday 7:00 – 8:30 pm

First class January 5

 

Spring Session/10 weeks $200

SMT1A.1/Saturday 10:00 – 11:30 am

First class April 9

 

SMT1A.2/Saturday 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

First class April 9

 

Junior Musical Theatre: Advanced

9-12 years

Do you enjoy big musical numbers and working with a chorus of energetic actors, singers and dancers? This course is designed for students who have experience in this style of theatre and want to further their skills in voice and choreography.

Prerequisite—Introduction to Musical Theatre

 

Fall Session Only/22 weeks  $390

FMT2A.1/Saturday 12:00 – 1:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FMT2F.2/Thursday 7:00 – 8:30 pm

First class September 23


SPECIALTY FILM COURSES

Moviemakers

Put all your skills into play as you write, act, and record your own movies. Work on both sides of the camera under the guidance of a professional filmmaker and gain hands-on experience in the many aspects of video production. Actor, director or videographer . . . try on all these hats and see which one fits best!  Class film projects will be posted on a password-protected website.

 

Prerequisite: minimum of 2 years of Theatre School instruction

 
Fall Session Only/22 weeks  $335

9-12 years

FMM1A/Saturday 2:00 – 3:30 pm

First class September 25

 

New: Video Animation Series: The Island of Doctor Z.

Go straight to the web with this brand new stop-motion animation series.  Five episodes of a story you create yourselves will be released to the world.  Put your talent and inventiveness out there for all to see.

The story: The Queen of ______ and her untrustworthy sidekick, Anathema, crash their private jet on a tropical island paradise – NOT!  Their new island home is filled with strange creatures, dangerous plants, volcanoes, caverns, and a dark secret they must solve if they are ever going to return home alive!   (Each episode created by the class will be posted on a public internet website for world-wide viewing.)

 

Fall Session Only/10 weeks  $180

7-10 years

VASC/Monday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

First class September 20

Animation Adventures

Discover the vibrant art of stop-motion animation from storyboard to finished movie.  Create characters from modeling clay and get ready to make magic.  Not just for actors, this course is for anyone who likes to draw, sculpt, or simply watch cartoons. Class film projects will be posted on a password-protected website.

 

Spring Session Only/10 weeks  $180

9-12 years

SAAA.1/Saturday 10:30 – 11:30 am

First class April 9

SAAA.2/Saturday 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

First class April 9 

 

 

Motion Picture Unit (MPU)

9-12 years

The MPU is an innovative course that allows actors to explore the professional world of filmmaking behind the scenes and in front of the camera. The course is divided into units focusing on various aspects of film and television—taught by professionals from the film industry and an MTYP expert.

Class film projects will be posted on a password-protected website.

Prerequisite--minimum of 1 year of Theatre School Instruction or by special permission

 
Spring Session Only/10 weeks  $225

SPMU1/Sunday 1:00 – 3:00 pm

First class April 10

PERFORMANCE COMPANIES

The commitment level for these courses is high – students are expected to miss no more than two prearranged rehearsals all year. 

 

Please note: Acceptance is based on an audition.  Register and pay for the course when you book an audition time – if you don’t get into your chosen company, your payment goes toward your next choice.  Please bring a photo, resume, and brief cover letter to your audition. 


The Junior Company

9-12 years

An exciting performance opportunity for the dedicated student. Always a smashing success, The Junior Company guides young actors through an intensive rehearsal process that culminates in a public on-stage performance. Script analysis, voice training, and movement for the stage are part of this intensive project, designed for young people who enjoy performing.

 

Please prepare a one-minute monologue for your audition.

 
Fall Session Only/25 weeks $450

FJCA/Saturday 3:30 – 6:00 pm

Auditions Monday, September 13 between 5:00 & 9:00 pm

First class September 25

Dress rehearsal & performances April 4-8, 2011

 

The Musical Theatre Company

For juniors 10 years & up and teens

Take your musical theatre training to the next level with this intensive rehearsal and performance opportunity.  Dedicated students age ten and up may audition to be part of this company.  Rehearsals run from September to May, culminating in a performance of a musical in the MTYP theatre, complete with costumes, props, and lights.

 

Please be prepared to sing a song a capella at your audition.

 

Fall Session Only/28 weeks $575

FMTC/Saturday 2:30 – 5:30 pm

(until 6:30 pm after January 1)

Auditions Monday, September 13 between 5:00 & 9:00 pm

First class September 25

Dress rehearsal & performances May 2-7, 2011

The Spring Performance Company

For juniors 9 years & up and teens

Think big – outdoors big!  Members of this company will rehearse and perform a show that’s so big, we’ll have to take it outside.  Drama, dance, puppets, and pandemonium will come together in a spectacular and colourful production!  Performances will take place at The Forks National Historic Site of Canada  Amphitheatre.

 

Spring Session Only/10 weeks $380

Auditions Monday, April 4 from 5:00 – 9:00 pm

SSCB/Sunday 2:00 – 6:00 pm

First rehearsal April 10

Dress rehearsal & performances June 23-26, 2011.


TEENS - Ages 13 to 19
MTYP’s funky studios at The Forks are the setting for this experience of a lifetime. Acting classes, live theatre, friendships, and much more make this a fabulous opportunity for creative teens.

INTRODUCTORY COURSES
The following courses are designed to be challenging for returning students, yet suitable for new students.  Join as many of these exciting experiences as you wish!

Teen Introduction to Acting for the Stage

Satisfy your urge to be in the spotlight with this dynamic introduction to live theatre and the acting process. Develop performance skills through improvisation, scenework, and vocal and physical training.  Join the list of hundreds of teens who have made lifelong friends at MTYP, while enjoying the excitement and challenge of theatre.   At the end of the course you’ll perform a play with your classmates.

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $350

13-14 years

FTS1F/Thursday 7:00 – 9:00 pm

First class September 23

 

Spring Session/10 weeks $210

13 years & up

STS1A/Saturday 2:30 – 4:30 pm

First class April 9

Teen Introduction to Acting for the Camera

Have you ever wanted to act in a movie?  Grab your script and get ready to hit your marks – here’s your chance to give acting a try.  In this course you’ll learn the techniques that television and film actors use to deliver great performances.  Work on scenes from your favourite movies, and develop depth, subtlety and power in your acting. 

 

Fall Session/22 weeks  $370

13-14 years

FTC1D.1/Tuesday 5:00 – 7:00 pm

First class September 21

 

FTC1D.2/Tuesday 5:00 – 7:00 pm

First class September 21

 

15 years & up

FTC2D/Tuesday 7:00 – 9:00 pm

First class September 21


 

Musical Theatre for Teens: Level 1

13 years & up

The curtain rises and the orchestra strikes as we launch into this exciting ‘triple threat’ challenge of acting, singing and dancing.   You’ll learn the essentials of dance and choreography as you work on production numbers from Broadway’s best musicals!  If your heart is set on auditioning for the many local productions in the works in musical-mad Winnipeg, this is the place to start. The class will perform in A Kind of Magic, the musical theatre gala recital in the MTYP theatre in March 2011. 

 

Fall Session/22 weeks  $390

FMTT1C/Monday 7:30 – 9:00 pm

First class September 20

 

Spring Session/10 weeks  $200

SMTT1C/Monday 6:30 – 8:00 pm

First class April 11

 
Teen Improv Comedy

13 years & up

Experience the thrill and freedom of creating theatre without a script. Through theatre sports, games, and improvisational techniques, you’ll learn how to quickly develop characters and take scenes to their comic potential. This lively and entertaining class is a great way to experience the creative teamwork that makes theatre happen. No experience is necessary: just an active imagination and a sense of adventure.

 

Fall Session/10 weeks  $210

FICC/Monday 7:00 – 9:00 pm

First class September 20

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $210

WICC/Monday 7:00 – 9:00 pm

First class January 3


 

Acting Intensive

This advanced teen course offers instruction in a wide range of acting methods and theatrical styles. In the first term students rehearse scenes from comic and dramatic contemporary plays. In the second term, the actors take on the challenge of collectively creating a play and performing it at the end of the year in Richardson Hall.

 
Fall Session/22 weeks $350

13-15 years

FAI1A.1/ Saturday 1:30 – 3:30 pm

First class September 25

 

FAI1D.2/Tuesday 7:00 – 9:00 pm

First class September 21

 

 

 

Musical Theatre for Teens: Level 2

13 -18 years

If you have musical theatre experience and you want to push your ‘triple threat’ skills to the next level, this class is for you.  You’ll work on an advanced repertoire of songs and scenes from musicals, with challenging choreography and solos.  A solid training ground for serious performers.  The class will perform in A Kind of Magic, the musical theatre gala recital in the MTYP theatre in March 2011. 

 

Fall Session/22 weeks  $390

FMTT2D/Tuesday 7:30 – 9:00 pm

First class September 21

 

Motion Picture Unit (MPU)

13-19 years

The MPU is an innovative course that allows actors to explore the professional world of filmmaking behind the scenes and in front of the camera. The course is divided into units focusing on various aspects of film and television—taught by professionals from the film industry and an MTYP expert.

Class film projects will be posted on a password-protected website.

 

Spring Session/10 weeks  $355

SMPU.2/Sunday 3:30 – 6:30 pm

First class April 10

Improv Comedy Team

13 & up, by audition only

Advanced Improvisation Training, performance opportunities, and participation in the Manitoba Improv League make this a demanding training ground and performance-based experience for advanced improvisers.

 

Completing Teen Improv Comedy before auditioning for this course is recommended.

 

Fall Session/22 weeks $370

Auditions on Tuesday, September 14, 5-9 pm

FICT/Monday 7:00 – 9:00 pm

First class September 20

 

PERFORMANCE COMPANIES

The following courses require prospective students to audition.  Register and pay for courses when you book an audition time – if you don’t get into the company you want, your payment goes toward your next choice.  Please bring a photo, resume, and brief cover letter to your audition. 

 

The Young Company

13 years & up

MTYP’s Young Company has astounded local audiences in recent years with their productions of classic and contemporary work. The Young Company offers students a unique opportunity to grow as artists in a pre-professional environment. This rehearsal-based learning process demands time, energy and commitment, but promises to give you the time of your life in return.  Students will be asked to miss up to a week of school for performance opportunities.

The commitment level for this course is high – students will not be allowed more than two prearranged absences in 25 weeks. 

Acceptance by audition only.  Please prepare a monologue (1-2 minutes) from a contemporary play. 

 

Fall Session/26 weeks $655

Auditions Tuesday, September 14 between 5:00 & 9:00 pm

FYC/Monday 5:00 – 8:00 pm and Wednesday 5:00 – 8:00 pm

First class September 20

Dress rehearsal & performances November 29-December 3, 2010, and April 14-21, 2011

 

 

The Shakespeare Company

13-19 years

 

Immerse yourself in the world of Shakespeare and learn to meet the unique vocal, physical, and creative demands of his text.  Join us on this adventure into one of Shakespeare’s great masterpieces as you prepare for a spring production of Much Ado About Nothing for school and public audiences. Company members will be required to miss up to a week of school for performances.

The commitment level for this course is high – students will not be allowed more than two prearranged absences in 24 weeks. 

Acceptance by audition only.  Please prepare a Shakespeare monologue (1-2 minutes).

 

Fall Session/25 weeks  $640

Auditions Tuesday, September 14 between 5:00 & 9:00 pm

FSCB/Sunday 3:00 – 6:00 pm and Thursday 5:00 – 8:00 pm

First class September 19

Dress rehearsal & performances April 4-8, 2011 

 

 

The Musical Theatre Company

For juniors 10 years & up and teens

Take your musical theatre training to the next level with this intensive rehearsal and performance opportunity.  Dedicated students age ten and up may audition to be part of this company.  Rehearsals run from September to May, culminating in a performance of a musical in the MTYP theatre, complete with costumes, props, and lights.

 

Please be prepared to sing a song a capella at your audition.

 

Fall Session Only/28 weeks $575

FMTC/Saturday 2:30 – 5:30 pm

(2:30 - 6:30 pm after January 1)

Auditions Monday, September 13 between 5:00 & 9:00 pm

First class September 25

Dress rehearsal & performances May 2-7, 2011

  

The Spring Performance Company

For juniors 9 years & up and teens

Think big – outdoors big!  Members of this company will rehearse and perform a show that’s so big, we’ll have to take it outside.  Drama, dance, puppets, and pandemonium will come together in a spectacular and colourful production!  Performances will take place at The Forks National Historic Site of Canada  Amphitheatre.

 

Spring Session Only/10 weeks $380

Auditions Monday, April 4 from 5:00 – 9:00 pm

SSCB/Sunday 2:00 – 6:00 pm

First rehearsal April 10

Dress rehearsal & performances June 23-26, 2011.



I CAN PRETEND: DRAMA FOR CHILDREN ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM

This year, MTYP is excited to offer two new class selections that are designed to meet the specific needs of children on the autism spectrum. 

Your children will laugh, learn and rejoice in the power of dramatic play.  Seasoned drama educator and author Demetra Hajidiacos will take your children on a magical journey they won’t soon forget! Dress-up, puppets, crafts, songs and storytelling will nurture creativity and assist children in developing social skills.  

Children currently enrolled in an intensive intervention program such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) and Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-based therapy (DIR/Floortime) will benefit most from these classes. 

Weekly lesson plans will go home with families and may be shared with consultants, tutors, therapists and other caregivers to continue the fun at home!

I Can Pretend! 

4 – 6 years

Children will learn to use their body and voice to transform themselves into police officers, firefighters, superheroes, doctors and world famous pizza makers! Imaginative play, turn-taking, listening and sharing will be the main focus of this class.

 
Fall Session/10 weeks $175

FIPB/Sunday 2:30 – 3:30 pm

First class September 19

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $175

WIPB/Sunday 2:30 – 3:30 pm

First class January 9

 

I Can Pretend Too!

7 – 9 years

In addition to the skills covered in I Can Pretend!, this course introduces the joy of storytelling and  focuses on imaginative play, cooperation, and idea-sharing.

 

Fall Session/10 weeks $175

FIPTB/Sunday 3:45 – 4:45 pm

First class September 19

 

Winter Session/10 weeks $175

WIPTB/Sunday 3:45 – 4:45 pm

First class January 9