FOR YOUTH
At Theatre Direct, we believe young people belong at the centre of creative storytelling. Our programs invite youth ages 9–19 to explore their imaginations, build confidence, and connect through theatre.
Whether you’re curious about playwriting, devising original performances, or collaborating across art forms, you’ll find space here to experiment, express yourself, and grow as an artist.
Guided by professional artists and mentors, participants discover new ways to share their stories, make friends, and build community through creativity.
From after school groups and workshops to residencies to summer camp, every experience is designed to celebrate your voice and expand what theatre can be.
Ready to play, create, and imagine what’s next?
Learn more about our programs below!
AGES 9 to 12
Let’s Play Ball!
Summer Theatre Baseball Camp
An innovative summer camp taking place on the diamond where campers will develop baseball skills in the morning before integrating them into theatrical explorations in the afternoon.
AGES 13 to 19
Programs for teens to build community through theatre
PLOT TWIST
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A weekly after school program in which teens explore writing for theatre over the course of two months.
Teen-
in-
Residence
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An opportunity for one teen to write a play with the support and
mentorship of Theatre Direct.
ArtisT 2 Artist
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A weekly after school program in which teens explore writing for theatre over the course of two months.
Drama Club
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A weekly after school theatre group of drama games & specialized
theatre workshops.
Established 2021, Next Draft is Theatre Direct’s teen-focused after school educational and development programming.
From single day workshops, to after school programs, to a year-long playwriting residency, we have a variety of offerings for teens excited to discover their artistry through theatre in a supportive and fun atmosphere, with quality of facilitators and accessibility.
All Next Draft programs are by application and free.
Participants receive an honorarium for participation.
For more information about any of the Next Draft programs please contact Next Draft Artistic Producer, Madeleine Brown, madeleine@theatredirect.ca and join our mailing list for program details and updates.
ACTING OUT
Theatre and improv programs
for Indigenous youth ages 7-19
This program is delivered in partnership with Native Child and Family Services of Toronto
