Theatre Arts

Place des Arts offers a variety of stage and screen acting and performance classes for children and teens taught by highly skilled professionals in the field. From beginner classes to our performance training company, our programs help aspiring actors and triple threats build skills and develop performance confidence.

We offer classes running from September to June and during the fall, winter and spring sessions.

Registration Information

See page 48 for our Withdrawal/Cancellation policy.

Private Lessons in Acting & Musical Theatre

We offer private lessons in musical theatre and stage acting to help improve technique, prepare for auditions and performances. Find out more by contacting us in person at the Registration Desk or by phone for fees and teacher availability.

Coquitlam Youth Theatre (CYT) Programs

Our CYT programs provide performance-based training for emerging theatre artists. Members will hone their skills in movement, voice and character development while rehearsing for performances. Fees can be paid in full or a payment plan (payable Sep 1 and Oct 1) is available with a valid credit card. Find out more on page 22.

Children & Teens

Acting 101

5 - 12 years

Learn to act! Through improvisation, scene study and various drama exercises and games, you will discover how to express yourself freely and confidently. Develop your performance skills while exploring new acting techniques and styles. You will be challenged to think creatively and instinctively. On the last day of class, parents/ guardians are invited to attend an informal showcase. Teachers: Seamus Fera* and To Be Announced**

Testimonial

“Place des Arts is a safe community and a place to be myself.”

Musical Theatre

3 - 14 years

Dance, sing and act in this lively class! Through games and exercises, you will be introduced to important terms and etiquette, character development, coordination and storytelling. Using popular musical theatre material and routines, combine your skills and find out what it takes to be a stage performer! On the last day of class, parents/guardians are invited to attend an informal showcase. Teachers: Joanna Kovats* and To Be Announced**

3 - 4 years**

On-Camera Acting

Through improvisation, scene study and various drama exercises and games, learn how to relax when acting on camera. You will learn specific acting techniques and develop skills for auditioning. Teacher: Simran Toor

Calling all young actors ages 9-17!

This season, we have three performancebased classes for students who want to learn in a pre-professional environment. Sign up for Coquitlam Youth Theatre, Coquitlam Youth Musical Theatre or Junior Coquitlam Youth Theatre and hone your craft as an actor. Find out more on page 22 of this guide.

Spontaneous Theatre

5 - 12 years

Develop the fundamentals of improv theatre! Build skills and practice techniques to gain confidence thinking on your feet. In this environment you will be encouraged to try, fail, win, laugh and learn. Learn new techniques and take turns presenting and being an audience. You will learn to work individually and as a group while honing listening, collaboration, communication and problemsolving skills. On the last day of class, parents/ guardians are invited to attend an informal showcase. Teachers: Crystal Koskinen* and To Be Announced**

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Coquitlam Youth Theatre new Coquitlam Youth Musical Theatre

9 - 12 years

Love to sing, dance and act? Learn how to put the skills of dancing, acting and singing together to become a “triple threat” performer. Students will present two performances (format and details will be shared closer to the performance dates). No previous experience is necessary. Teacher: Joanna Kovats

Junior Coquitlam Youth Theatre

9 - 12 years

Are you a keen young performer who wants to strengthen your craft? Join this class to work collaboratively with fellow students and learn about a variety of theatre and performance techniques with a focus on teamwork. Students will present two small performances (format and details will be shared closer to the performance dates). This class is a stepping-stone to becoming a member of the Coquitlam Youth Theatre. No previous experience is necessary. Teacher: Seamus Fera

Learn more about our teachers!

Find out more about our teacher’s experience and their philosophy at placedesarts.ca/about/our-people

$14/class (36 classes) plus applicable fees

Coquitlam Youth Theatre

13 - 17 years

Be part of a performance-based youth theatre company, and work with professional theatre directors, master theatre artists and designers! This class will hone acting, singing and dancing skills in a collaborative environment. Students will present two performances throughout the season (format and details will be shared closer to the performance dates). At the discretion of the teacher, this class may perform in 1-3 public performances to SD43 schools. No previous experience is necessary. Teacher: Seamus Fera

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$14/class (34 classes) plus applicable fees

Non-refundable Coquitlam Youth Theatre

Production Fees

A non-refundable production fee is payable in full at the time of enrolment. The production fee is used to offset the production costs (production designer, costumes, sets, props, venue rental, royalties and scripts, transportation for props, tech fees, designers) of the theatre performances.

Coquitlam Youth Theatre and Coquitlam Youth

Musical Theatre Production Fee: $425

Jr. Coquitlam Youth Theatre Production Fee: $175

$24.50/class (34 classes) plus applicable fees

Theatre Arts: Adults

new Acting: Unscripted

18+ years

Build skills and practice techniques to gain confidence thinking on your feet. You will be encouraged to try, fail, win, laugh and learn and discover how improv skills like listening, collaboration and body language extend beyond the stage. Students will take turns presenting and being an audience, working individually and as a group to become better storytellers. Teachers: Crystal Koskinen* and To Be Announced**

Adult Musical Theatre

18+ years

Discover the fundamental skills of dancing, singing and acting in an encouraging environment. Learn theatre-style choreography, important terms and etiquette, movement exploration, storytelling and most importantly, how to put these skills together to become a “triple threat”. Open to all levels. Students may perform in the year-end dance recital. Teacher: Joanna Kovats

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$9.50/class (38 classes) plus applicable fees/deposits