SPRING 2023
Programming
FAMILY PROGRAMMING FOR ALL
StoryBook is the leading theatre arts programming for youth in our city. Our "NEVER SAY NO TO A CHILD" mantra allows everyone, regardless of socio-economic status to take part in our programming.
In a typical year, StoryBook offers nearly $100,000 in free or subsidized programming to families and children who may not otherwise be able to afford it. If you or someone you know would benefit from our programming and may require financial support, please complete our online form and we will be certain to make some theatre magic.
ages
6 to 8
ACTING
for Kids
DATES:
Saturdays
April 29 to June 24
No Class May 20
CLASS TIME:
9:30am to 11:30am
PROGRAM PRICING:
$275 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 6 to 8
Maximum 20 students per class
Come play with us! This course is a play-based program, meaning that students will learn fundamental skills and concepts through games and other creative and collaborative means. Students will learn about storytelling, characterization, and theatre creation in a guided and fun environment. As a bonus, students will build confidence and learn skills that will transfer easily to everyday life.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
The final class will include a sharing presentation that parents may attend where students will be able to showcase their learned skills through grams and class activities, and may include a short performance.
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MUSICAL THEATRE
for Kids
ages
6 to 8
DATES:
Saturdays
April 29 to June 24
No Class May 20
OR
Sundays
April 30 to June 25
No Class May 21
CLASS TIME:
9:30am to 11:30am
PROGRAM PRICING:
$275 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 6 to 8
Maximum 20 students per class
Sing, dance, and act it out with our musical theatre program designed for the budding triple threat. Students will be introduced to the basics of choreography, ensemble singing, and the elements of creating a character in a fun and collaborative environment. As a bonus, students will learn skills that build confidence and coordination that can be transferred to everyday life!
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
The final class will include a short performance that parents may attend.
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PD DAY
CAMPS
ages
6 to 12
DATES:
May 5, 29
June 9, 28, 29, 30
CLASS TIME:
9am to 4pm
PROGRAM PRICING:
$30 per day
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 6 to 12
Maximum 20 students per class
StoryBook is bringing our PD Day programming back, with a twist. This year our PD Programming will embark on a PLAY IN A DAY style program that will allow students to create their own play all within a safe theatre space. Students, along with their instructor, will write, produce, cast and rehearse a show all their own culminating in a final presentation at the end of the day.
The show will use contributions made by each and every student giving them ownership over the final product.
This program is designed so that students can participate in just one PD Day Camp, or in multiple days and learn new things each time they attend.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
Parents are invited to join us for the last 20min of class to watch the final creation.
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ACTING II
for Young People
ages
9 to 12
DATES:
Sundays
April 30 to June 25
No Class May 20
CLASS TIME:
12pm to 2pm
PROGRAM PRICING:
$275 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 9 to 12
Maximum 20 students per class
Created as a follow-up to our ACTING for Young People programming, this course is an excellent next step for students who have existing theatre experience and want to dive deeper into the performing arts.
Students in this course will work on acting scenes, movement and speech, and will build on existing performance skills while working towards a final performance to be presented in the final class.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person. We plan to continue our safety protocol and practices and will adapt safety protocols as necessary.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
The final class will include a performance for a small audience of friends and family that may include scenes, monologues, movement pieces, or other types of performance.
NOTE: This class cannot be taken simultaneously with ACTING I.
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MUSICAL THEATRE
for Young People
ages
9 to 12
DATES:
Saturdays
April 29 to June 24
No Class May 20
OR
Sundays
April 30 to June 25
No Class May 21
CLASS TIME:
9:30am to 11:30am
PROGRAM PRICING:
$325 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 9 to 12
Maximum 20 students per class
PERFORMANCE:
Monday, June 26 @ 7:30pm
Sing, dance, and act it out with our musical theatre program designed for the budding triple threat. Students will be introduced to the basics of choreography, ensemble singing, and the elements of creating a character in a fun and collaborative environment. As a bonus, students will learn skills that build confidence and coordination that can be transferred to everyday life!
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
The final class will include a performance for a small audience of friends and family that may include scenes, solos, duets, and/or ensemble numbers. This will be performed along with the Musical Theatre for Teens and Musical Theatre for Adults programs.
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ages
9 to 12
ACTING I
for Young People
DATES:
Saturdays
April 29 to June 24
No Class May 20
CLASS TIME:
9:30am to 11:30am
PROGRAM PRICING:
$275 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 9 to 12
Maximum 20 students per class
Based on our popular ActUp! program, this class is designed for the beginning performer and theatre lover. In this class, students will learn theatre fundamentals including storytelling, acting basics, characterization, and so much more! In addition to theatre basics, students will learn skills that will build confidence and transfer easily to everyday life.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
The final class will include a sharing presentation that parents may attend where students will be able to showcase their learned skills through grams and class activities, and may include a short performance.
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MUSICAL THEATRE
for Teens
ages
13 to 17
DATES:
Saturdays
April 29 to June 24
No Class May 20
CLASS TIME:
12pm to 2pm
PROGRAM PRICING:
$325 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 13 to 17
Maximum 20 students per class
PERFORMANCE:
Monday, June 26 @ 7:30pm
Come explore the wonderful world of Broadway with us! In Musical Theatre for Teens, students will learn fundamental skills in singing, dancing, and acting, through rehearsing musical theatre excerpts for a final showcase performance. This course introduces students to learning and performing choreography and vocal music as well as the basics of acting in a fun and supportive environment. As a bonus, students will learn skills that build confidence and coordination that can be transferred to everyday life!
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
The final class will include a performance for a small audience of friends and family that may include scenes, solos, duets, and/or ensemble numbers. This will be performed along with the Musical Theatre for Young People and Musical Theatre for Adults programs.
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SPRING BREAK
Camps
ages
6 to 12
DATES:
March 27 to March 31
CLASS TIME:
9am to 4pm
PROGRAM PRICING:
$325 per session
AGE & CLASS SIZE:
ages 6 to 12
Maximum 20 students per class
Take a break this spring break and send your student to us! In our week-long theatre camps students will explore theatre arts and spend the week creating a unique production of their own.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Classes will take place in person at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.
For up to date information on COVID-19 policies and practices, please click here.
FINAL PRESENTATION
Final presentations will take place at 4pm on the last day of camp. Doors will open at 3:45pm.
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