Young People's Theatre Presents The World Premiere Of Commander Chris Hadfield's THE DARKEST DARK
A groundbreaking adaptation of Commander Chris Hadfield's internationally bestselling children's book, The Darkest Dark, is set to take flight at Young People's Theatre (YPT) this February. In this highly anticipated world premiere, director Jim Millan (Broadway's record-breaking The Illusionists), writer Ian MacIntyre (The Beaverton, Degrassi: Next Class) and world renowned illusionist David Ben weave multi-media and magic in an out-of-this-world theatrical experience.
YPT Presents World Premiere of BENTBOY Next Month
Young People's Theatre has announced the opening of its 2022.23 season with the world premiere of Bentboy – a heroic First Nations tale about an unlikely warrior told through movement, dance and myth.
Young People's Theatre's New Online Play Festival Returns
Young People's Theatre's (YPT) new online play festival, Right Here, Write Now, returns with its latest series of live-streamed readings. Launched in June, the series features contemporary playwrights responding to these extraordinary times. This latest edition includes Icelandic playwright/author Andri Snær Magnason (YPT's Blue Planet); and more.
Young People's Theatre Premieres New Storytelling Video Series
Young People's Theatre will premiere its brand new online Storytelling Series, spotlighting Indigenous and non-European oral storytelling traditions. The video series launches on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7PM with the first of four storytellers, Anishinaabemowin educator Barbara Nolan.
Young People's Theatre Announces Virtual 2020/21 Season
Young People's Theatre today announced the fall line-up for its 2020.21 season, the 55th for Canada's oldest and largest theatre for young people. Exclusively online, the fall will feature drama programs designed to connect with young audiences virtually everywhere.
Young People's Theatre Presents Canadian Online Premiere of THE WATER GUN SONG
In a Canadian premiere event, Young People's Theatre will present a live virtual performance of award-winning Playwright and Break Beat Poet Idris Goodwin's The Water Gun Song. This insightful short play explores a Black parent navigating a conversation about race with their happy and eager seven-year-old child.
Young People's Theatre Reimagines 2020/21 Season
Young People's Theatre (YPT) Executive Director Nancy Webster and Artistic Director Allen MacInnis have made the difficult decision to cancel the upcoming season due to continued uncertainty around the feasibility of public gatherings and school field trips throughout 2020.21.
Allen MacInnis, Young People's Theatre Artistic Director, To Retire After 19 Seasons
Allen MacInnis has announced that he will step down as Artistic Director of Toronto's Young People's Theatre (YPT) at the end of the 2020.21 season, after 19 outstanding years. He is the longest-serving Artistic Director in the theatre's 54-year history as North America's oldest a?" and Canada's largest a?" professional producer and presenter of theatre for young audiences.
Young People's Theatre Presents Canadian Premiere Of THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Young People's Theatre (YPT) is thrilled to announce that this year's holiday musical is the Canadian premiere of The Adventures of Pinocchio! Multi-award-winning actor Sheila McCarthy returns to YPT after more than 35 years to direct this rollicking new musical, which follows the beloved marionette on his mischievous quest to become a real human being. The Adventures of Pinocchio will be presented on the Mainstage from November 11, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Young People's Theatre Presents Toronto Premiere Of THE MUSH HOLE
Young People's Theatre (YPT) is pleased to present the Toronto premiere of The Mush Hole a?" a groundbreaking theatre and dance performance exploring the devastating intergenerational impact of Canada's Residential School system. From award-winning choreographer, director and producer Santee Smith and the internationally acclaimed Kaha:wi Dance Theatre comes a story of truth, acknowledgement and resilience. The Mush Hole will be presented on the Mainstage from October 16 to 25.
Young People's Theatre Launches 2019/20 Season
Young People's Theatre is thrilled to showcase world-renowned artists throughout its 2019.20 Season, including Canada's internationally-acclaimed Kaha:wi Dance Theatre, New York's Arktype, the creative team of Where the Wild Things Are, as well as direction by Sheila McCarthy, Philip Akin, Craig Francis and Rick Miller. Year-long celebrations will mark the 50th Anniversary of YPT's Drama School, whose alumni include Drake, Kiefer Sutherland and Giacomo Gianniotti.
Young People's Theatre Announces 2019/20 Season
Artistic Director Allen MacInnis and Executive Director Nancy J. Webster are thrilled to reveal the 2019/20 playbill at Young People's Theatre (YPT). The new season will feature eight outstanding shows on two stages, including two world premieres, one Canadian premiere, and the return of two audience favourites!