THEATRE SCHOOL 2019-20 for ages 3-19 FALL • WINTER • SPRING THEATRE CLASSES
ACT
NOW!
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Leif Norman unless otherwise credited
ACT
NOW! If you’re between the ages of 3 and 19 and want to have fun, be creative, and develop your theatre skills, we have the program for you. Choose from classes in acting, film, musical theatre, and more! At MTYP, we believe that learning to appreciate and practice the art of theatre brings out the best in young people. Drama is a lot of fun, but it also creates opportunities to build confidence and make friends. From interactive games and exercises that spark an actor’s creativity to the thrill of performing in a movie or play, classes at MTYP are full of fun challenges and opportunities to grow, both as an artist and as a person. In this booklet, you’ll find everything you need to know to select the class that’s right for you.
FOUR EASY WAYS TO REGISTER. By Phone: Call us to register by phone or to ask questions at 204.947.0394 x230. In Person: Visit us at 2 Forks Market Road, in downtown Winnipeg at The Forks. By Mail/Fax: Fill out the Registration Form (available at mtyp.ca), enclose your
cheque or credit card information and send it to: Manitoba Theatre for Young People Attention: Theatre School 2 Forks Market Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4X1 fax: 204.943.4129 For students who require financial assistance to participate in our classes, we offer a limited number of need-based bursaries. The Financial Assistance Application Form must be submitted at the time of registration.
For payment deadlines, policies, and financial assistance, refer to the Student Handbook. Do you have a question, or require one of the following documents? • Registration Form • Audition Brochure • Financial Assistance Application Form • Student Handbook Check out mtyp.ca or call or write to us: Kent Suss Theatre School Director e: ksuss@mtyp.ca tel: 204.954.1706 Theresa Thomson Assistant Theatre School Director
e: tthomson@mtyp.ca tel: 204.947.0394 x225
Heather Russell-Smith Drama Outreach Coordinator
e: hrussell@mtyp.ca tel: 204.947.0394 x227 Theatre School Administrator
e: theatreschool@mtyp.ca tel: 204.947.0394 x230
DRAMAVENTURES
An adventure for actors ages 3 and 4 and their parents or caregivers. Watch your child’s natural love of stories blossom along with his or her confidence and group skills. In this course, adults participate with their children in various forms of imaginative play, songs, and stories. Fall Session/10 weeks $210 FDVA
Saturday 9–9:45 am
Sept. 21–Nov. 30
Winter Session/10 weeks $210 WDVA
Saturday 9–9:45 am
Jan. 11–March 21
Spring Session/10 weeks $210 SDVA
Saturday 9:30–10:15 am
April 18–June 27
SAVE
50% Siblings ages 2 & 5 We have discovered that 2 yearolds attending DramaVentures are inspired by the older members in the class, and 5 year-olds are natural leaders. While the course is geared for children ages 3 & 4, your additional children ages 2 and 5 may join in for 50% off:
210 $ 100 $
First child regular price per additional sibling age 2 or 5
CREATIVE DRAMA
The perfect class for the drama dynamo in your family age 4 or 5. An adventure in imagination and pure fun, with stories to captivate and stimulate, costumes to try on, and lots of moving, acting, and dramatic play. Kids encounter the world of theatre while growing in confidence and cooperation skills. Fall Session/22 weeks $350 FCDA.1
Saturday 11:20 am–12:20 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
FCDA.2
Saturday 12:25–1:25 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
FCDA.4
Saturday 2:20–3:20 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
Fall Session/10 weeks $210 FCDA.3
Saturday 1:30–2:30 pm
Sept. 21–Nov. 30
Winter Session/10 weeks $210 WCDA.3
Saturday 1:30–2:30 pm
Jan. 11–March 21
Spring Session/10 weeks $210 SCDA.1
Saturday 10:30–11:30 am
April 18–June 27
SCDA.2
Saturday 12:40–1:40 pm
April 18–June 27
PUPPET MAGIC A voyage of discovery for crafty cats ages 5 and 6.
A great way to have fun making theatre magic while developing verbal and social skills. Students will make puppets out of all kinds of materials, and create stories and voices to bring their characters to life. Fall Session/22 weeks $375 FPMA
Saturday 9–10 am
Sept. 21–March 21
Spring Session/10 weeks $235 SPMA
Saturday 10–11 am
April 18–June 27
ACTING FOR AGES 6&7
Build your acting skills through drama games, character exercises, acting out scenes and stories, and improvisation. • After 10 weeks, guests are invited to an open class. • Every 22 week course ends in a class performance. The benefits of this class include cooperation, imagination, and discovering the power of stories. Join the fun of learning and performing together with new friends who love to act, just like you! We encourage actors to grow in this course over several sessions. With new friends and a variety of age-suitable stories, scripts, and skills, it’s never the same course twice!
Acting for Ages 6 & 7 Fall Session/22 weeks $350 FJ1A.1
Saturday 10–11 am
Sept. 21–March 21
FJ1A.2
Saturday 1:15–2:15 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
FJ1E.4
Wednesday 5–6 pm
Sept. 25–March 18
Fall Session/10 weeks $210 FJ1A.3
Saturday 2:35–3:35 pm
Sept. 21–Nov. 30
Winter Session/10 weeks $210 WJ1A.3
Saturday 2:35–3:35 pm
Jan. 11–March 21
Spring Session/10 weeks $210 SJ1A.1
Saturday 11:20 am–12:20 pm
April 18–June 27
SJ1A.2
Saturday 12:25–1:25 pm
April 18–June 27
SJ1C.3
Monday 5:10–6:10 pm
April 13–June 22
ACTING FOR AGES 8-12
Build your acting skills through drama games, character exercises, acting out scenes and stories, and improvisation. Acting for Ages 8 & 9 Fall Session/22 weeks $350 FJ2A.1
Saturday 10:30–11:30 am
Sept. 21–March 21
FJ2C.3
Monday 5–6 pm
Sept. 16–March 16
FJ2E.4
Wednesday 6:05–7:05 pm
Sept. 25–March 18
Fall Session/10 weeks $210 FJ2A.2
Saturday 3:40–4:40 pm
Sept. 21–Nov. 30
Winter Session/10 weeks $210 WJ2A.2
Saturday 3:40–4:40 pm
Jan. 11–March 21
WJ2F.5
Thursday 5–6 pm
Jan. 16–March 19
Spring Session/10 weeks $210 SJ2A.1
Saturday 10:15–11:15 am
April 18–June 27
SJ2A.2
Saturday 11:35 am–12:35 pm
April 18–June 27
SJ2C.3
Monday 6:15–7:15 pm
April 13–June 22
Acting for Ages 10-12 Fall Session/22 weeks $350 FJ3A.1
Saturday 3:30–4:30 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
FJ3A.2
Saturday 4:20–5:20 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
FJ3C.3
Monday 6:05–7:05 pm
Sept. 16–March 16
Fall Session/10 weeks $210 FJ3A.3
Saturday 4:45–5:45 pm
Sept. 21–Nov. 30
FJ3F.4
Thursday 6:05–7:05 pm
Sept. 26–Dec. 5
Winter Session/10 weeks $210 WJ3A.3
Saturday 4:45–5:45 pm
Jan. 11–March 21
WJ3F.4
Thursday 6:05–7:05 pm
Jan. 16–March 19
Spring Session/10 weeks $210 SJ3A.1
Saturday 1:30–2:30 pm
April 18–June 27
SJ3C.2
Monday 7:20–8:20 pm
April 13–June 22
SHOWTIME!
Advanced actor training and performance of a scripted play. If you’ve built a strong foundation in acting skills, and are ready to LEVEL UP, Showtime! is the class for you. Advance your skills in improvisation and voice training while rehearsing a scripted play to perform for an invited audience at the end of the year. prerequisite:
minimum 20 weeks of Acting for Ages 6-12.
Ages 8-10 Fall Session/22 weeks $380 FST1A.1
Saturday 10–11:15 am
Sept. 21–March 21
Ages 10-12 Fall Session/22 weeks $380 FST1A.2
Saturday 4:25–5:40 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
THE EXTRA-CURRICULAR SHOWS Actors age 8 to 12 who are enrolled in any 22 week class at Manitoba Theatre for Young People are invited to audition for the Extra-Curricular Play or Musical, to be performed in Richardson Hall on Friday March 27, Saturday March 28, & Sunday March 29, 2020.
HOW TO AUDITION
email theatreschool@mtyp.ca or call 204.947.0394 x230 and ask for the NEW Audition Brochure. THEATRE SCHOOL
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PERFORMANCE COMPANIES, EXTRA-CURRICULAR PERFORMANCES, AND OTHER AUDITION OPPORTUNITIES AT MANITOBA THEATRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE SCHOOL IN 2019–2020.
Artistic Director Pablo Felices-Luna Theatre School Director Kent Suss
SPECIALTY CLASSES FOR AGES 8-12 These classes give the experienced acting student a chance to specialize in a particular format or style of theatre. Find one that suits you and take it twice or more, or try them all!
INTRO TO IMPROV Ages 10-12 Get ready to experience the thrill of improvisation: theatre that’s made up on the spot! Learn theatre sports, storytelling games, and short form improv techniques. Improv is fun to learn, a blast to watch, and it builds your acting skills. prerequisite:
minimum 20 weeks of Acting for Ages 6-12.
recommended prerequisite:
Showtime!
Fall Session/22 weeks $400 FJIC
Monday 7:10–8:40 pm
Sept. 16–March 16
MOVIEMAKERS 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 projects will be posted on MTYP’s Vimeo account so you can share them with your friends and watch them any time you want. prerequisite:
minimum 20 weeks of Acting for Ages 6-12.
recommended prerequisite:
Showtime!
Ages 9 & 10 Fall Session/22 weeks $425 FMM1A
Saturday 11:05 am–12:35 pm
Sept. 21–March 21
Ages 11 & 12 Fall Session/22 weeks $425 FMM2A
Saturday 12:40–2:10 pm Check out the films made by MTYP students on Vimeo MTYP Theatre School
Sept. 21–March 21
ANIMATION ADVENTURES Discover the vibrant art of stop-motion animation. Create characters from modeling clay and get ready to transform your concept into a finished film. Not just for actors, this course is for anyone who likes to draw, sculpt, or build models. Class projects will be posted on MTYP’s Vimeo account so you can share them with your friends and watch them any time you want. prerequisite:
minimum 20 weeks of Acting for Ages 6-12.
Ages 10-12 Spring Session/10 weeks $260 SAAA
Saturday 11:30 am–1 pm
April 18–June 27
ACTOR’S WORKSHOP Do you want to develop your acting chops? Are you interested in landing parts in plays, movies, and TV shows? If you said “yes” to either of these questions, Actor’s Workshop is right for you. Build your actor’s toolkit by training in movement, voice, scenework, and audition monologues. It’s a great way to have fun bringing your skills to the next level. prerequisite:
minimum 20 weeks of Acting for Ages 6-12.
recommended prerequisite:
Showtime!
Ages 8-12 Spring Session/10 weeks $250 SAWA
Saturday 1:30–3 pm
April 18–June 27
photo:
Duncan McNairnay
photo:
Duncan McNairnay
MUSICAL THEATRE FOR AGES 7-12 Every Fall Session musical theatre class will perform on stage as part of the Musical Theatre Gala Recital on March 12, 13, and 14, 2020 on the MTYP Mainstage.
MUSICAL THEATRE Ages 7 & 8 Does your child burst into song and dance whenever company arrives? Especially designed for children age 7 and 8 who would love the chance to perform, this course combines songs, stories, and creative movement. Fall Session/22 weeks $395 FMAA.1
Saturday 9–10 am
Sept. 21–Gala Recital March 13 & 14
FMAC.2
Monday 5:30–6:30 pm
Sept. 16–Gala Recital March 12 & 14
FMAF.3
Thursday 6–7 pm
Sept. 26–Gala Recital March 12 & 14
Spring Session/10 weeks $230 SMAA.1
Saturday 10:20–11:20 am
April 18–June 27
MUSICAL THEATRE Ages 9-12 Level 1 Have you been 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 great musicals. Fall Session/22 weeks $495 FMT1A.1
Saturday 10:05–11:35 am
Sept. 21–Gala Recital March 13 & 14
FMT1A.2
Saturday 1:15–2:45 pm
Sept. 21–Gala Recital March 13 & 14
FMT1C.3
Monday 6:30–8 pm
Sept. 16–Gala Recital March 12 & 14
FMT1F.4
Thursday 7:05–8:35 pm
Sept. 26–Gala Recital March 12 & 14
Spring Session/10 weeks $285 SMT1A.1
Saturday 11:30 am–1 pm
April 18–June 27
MUSICAL THEATRE Ages 10-12 Level 2 Do you enjoy big musical numbers and working with an ensemble of energetic actors, singers and dancers? This course is designed for students who have experience in this style of theatre and want to take on bigger challenges in voice, acting, and choreography. prerequisite:
Musical Theatre for Ages 9-12 Level 1
Fall Session/22 weeks $495 FMT2A
Saturday 11:40 am–1:10 pm
Sept. 21–Gala Recital March 13 & 14
FMT2D
Tuesday 5:30–7 pm
Oct. 8–Gala Recital March 12 & 14
COURSES FOR TEENS Acting classes, live theatre, and great friendships make MTYP a fabulous opportunity for creative teens.
ACTING LIVE! Ages 13 & up The ultimate initiation into the world of live theatre. This action-packed course will equip you to tackle challenging roles through acting exercises, vocal training, improvisation, and scenework. An open class at the end of every term will leave you feeling confident and ready to take centre stage. Fall Session/10 weeks $270 FTAA
Saturday 2:15–4:15 pm
Sept. 21–Nov.30
Winter Session/10 weeks $270 WTAA
Saturday 2:15–4:15 pm
Jan. 11–March 21
Spring Session/10 weeks $270 STAA
Saturday 1:50–3:50 pm
April 18–June 27
INTRO TO MAKEUP Ages 13 & up In theatre, most actors are expected to do their own makeup. Would you know what to do? This hands-on workshop covers the application of basic stage makeup as well as design techniques for aging, trauma, and zombification. Taught by MTYP’s own Theresa Thomson, whose makeup artist credits include the Manitoba Opera and Creative Partner in Post Mortem Productions. Students who complete the course may keep a basic makeup kit of some of the professional product used in class. Fall Session/10 weeks $350 FMAE
Wednesday 6–8 pm
Sept. 25–Dec. 4
IMPROV COMEDY Ages 13 & up Experience the thrill and freedom of creating theatre without a script. 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/22 weeks $445 FICC
Monday 7:35–9:35 pm
Sept. 16–March 16
Spring Session/10 weeks $270 SICC
Monday 7:35–9:35 pm
April 13–June 22
COURSES FOR TEENS ACTOR & CAMERA Ages 13 & up Grab your script, get ready to hit your mark, and learn the techniques that television and film actors use to deliver great performances. Work on scenes from TV and movies and develop depth, subtlety and power in your acting. Film projects will be posted on MTYP’s Vimeo account so you can share them with your friends and watch them over and over! Fall Session/22 weeks $465 FTCF
Thursday 7:10–9:10 pm
Sept. 26–March 19
Spring Session/10 weeks $270 SSMC
Monday 5:30–7:30 pm
April 13–June 22
Check out the films made by MTYP students on Vimeo MTYP Theatre School
REEL ACTION Ages 14 & up If you’ve taken Actor & Camera and you want more, Reel Action is the course for you! Learn the tools of the trade that master film makers use to create cinematic magic. From concept, script, and storyboard, to directing, acting, and editing, you’ll create movies from concept to public screening with other creative teens just like you. Film projects will be posted on MTYP’s Vimeo account so you can share them with your friends and watch them over and over! Fall Session/22 weeks $480 FRAD
Tuesday 7:30–9:30 pm
Oct. 8–March 17
MUSICAL THEATRE Ages 13 & up Learn the essentials of dance and choreography as you work on production numbers from Broadway’s best musicals! Guaranteed to make a musical-lover out of you, this course is so much fun you won’t want to go home at the end of class! The Fall Session class will perform in the Musical Theatre Gala Recital on March 12, 13, and 14, 2020 on the MTYP Mainstage. Fall Session/22 weeks $495 FMTTC
Monday 8–9:30 pm
Sept. 16–Gala Recital March 12, 13 & 14
Spring Session/10 weeks $285 SMTT1A
Saturday 1:10–2:40 pm
April 18–June 27
TEEN PERFORMANCE COMPANIES Teens looking for a challenging pre-professional training and performance experience are invited to audition for one of Manitoba Theatre for Young People’s Teen Performance Companies:
The Young Company Sept.–March Build your acting skills 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. Heather Russell-Smith will direct the Company in a play to be performed on the MTYP Mainstage.
The Musical Theatre Company Sept.–April Come together to reach for the stars. Join director Cheyenne Schroeder as she leads the company to a professional quality production on the MTYP Mainstage with an amazing group of passionate teens.
The Summer Studio April–July A “must” for anyone curious about making a living in the arts. In addition to performing, participants are involved in every aspect of production, from designing and building props and costumes, to budgeting and marketing their play to a potential audience. Join director Theresa Thomson for this fantastic opportunity to perform at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival.
HOW TO AUDITION
email theatreschool@mtyp.ca or call 204.947.0394 x230 and ask for the NEW Audition Brochure. THEATRE SCHOOL
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PERFORMANCE COMPANIES, EXTRA-CURRICULAR PERFORMANCES, AND OTHER AUDITION OPPORTUNITIES AT MANITOBA THEATRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE SCHOOL IN 2019–2020.
Artistic Director Pablo Felices-Luna Theatre School Director Kent Suss
SPRING BREAK THEATRE CAMP
MARCH 30 -APRIL 3
2020
Spring Break Full-Day Camp is five fun-filled days spent working with theatre professionals, making new friends and building a show from the ground up. The energetic rehearsal process culminates in a performance presented on the last day of camp to an invited audience of family and friends. Classes run from 9 am–4 pm daily. Student drop-off begins at 8:30 am and pick-up goes until 5 pm. Story to Stage
SB1
ages 5-6
$270
Musical Theatre
SMT5
ages 7-8
$290
Story to Stage
SB2
ages 7-9
$270
Story to Stage
SB3
ages 10-12
$270
Teen Movie Magic
SBT
ages 13 & up
$290
a rt i st i c d i r e cto r
Pablo Felices-Luna
PETER PAN
TINY TREASURES
A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD
NEW OWNER
THE MUSH HOLE
BEEP
2 FOR
$22
SPELLING 2-5-5
2 tickets x $11 each = $22 x minimum 2 shows = subscription packages for as little as $44!
ONLY MTYP STUDENTS CAN RECEIVE 2 TICKETS FOR $22 TO PLAYS THIS SEASON. Seeing a full season of professional theatre for young people and learning to be an artist yourself is an unbeatable combination. MTYP students receive the amazing TWO FOR TWENTY-TWO $ Mainstage Connection Subscription!! Just go to the box office and ask for TWO FOR TWENTY-TWO $. That’s $11 per ticket: a discount of more than 40%. please note:
Students 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. You must select a minimum of two plays to receive this offer. Offer valid only for fall and winter session students. Additional tickets may be purchased for 15% off the regular single ticket price.
Theatre School 204.947.0394 x230 • Toll-free in Manitoba 1.877.871.MTYP (6897) Fax 204.943.4129 • Email theatreschool@mtyp.ca • mtyp.ca MTYP Theatre School is generously supported by:
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NOW! 2 Forks Market Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4X1