Description

Drama classes for students entering Gr. 3-4 take place at YPT’s brand new education centre, YPT 161 Studios, as well as Etobicoke’s Assembly Hall. See Gr. 3-4 class details below.

Special Offer
Sibling Discount: Receive 10% OFF the registration fee of the second child you register (applies to both sessions).
Discount includes a free youth ticket, per session, to a show in our 2025.26 season!

Session 1: September – December 2025

In Session 1 students will…

• Develop core theatre performance skills in movement, voice and character creation
• Develop confidence and creativity through drama exercises, games and improv activities
• Work with their peers and artist educators to create a presentation for the Mid-Year Performance in December 2025
• Make new friends – and have fun!
• Final performances take place on the weekend of December 13-14, 2025 in the Studio Theatre
• Please note there are no classes on October 11, 2025.

Session 2: February – June 2026

*NEW* 13-week program!

We are thrilled to expand our second session to 13 weeks to give students more time to refine their skills and create spectacular performances. Prices for Session 2 reflect the additional class hours.

In Session 2 students will…

• Build upon their performance skills from Session 1 and learn how to transform their theatrical ideas into a performance!
• Continue to expand their movement, voice, character creation, and improv skills through new exercises and activities specially connected to performing for an audience (projection, stage presence etc.)
• Expand their confidence
• Collaborate with peers to create their own play performed on a YPT stage the final weekend of the session
• Make new friends – and have fun!
• Final performances take place on the weekend of June 6-7, 2026
• Please note there are no classes on March 21, April 4 and May 16, 2026.

New students are welcome throughout the year; however each session builds upon the last. Enrolling in both sessions provides the most comprehensive learning experience.

Grade 3-4 Classes

NEW! Improv (Gr. 3-4)

Improv classes are designed for students who love to play, imagine, and think on their feet. In this energetic and laughter-filled class, students will explore the basics of improvisation through games, storytelling, and scene-building — learning how to create characters and scenes in the moment!

In this class, students will:

• Learn key improv skills such as “Yes, and,” listening, and making bold choices
• Build spontaneous scenes using creativity and teamwork
• Develop confidence, communication, and quick thinking
• Work together to create fun, original moments on stage
• Share their new skills in a final improvised performance on the YPT stage for family and friends at the end of the session!

Musical Theatre (Gr. 3-4)

Musical Theatre classes combine drama, dance and music in a fun, engaging environment. Perfect for young performers who love to move, sing, and use their imaginations, this class introduces students to the world of musical theatre through playful exploration and creative expression. The term culminates in a performance on the YPT stage for family and friends!

In this class, students will:

• Explore singing, dancing and acting through drama games and activities
• Learn foundational techniques in acting, singing and dancing
• Work together with classmates to build confidence and creativity
• Bring songs and scenes inspired by professional musicals to life
• Make new friends and have fun!

Mini Ensemble (Gr. 4-6)

Mini Ensemble is a performance-based program for students in Grades 4–6 who are ready to take their theatrical technique to the next level! The ensemble meets from January to June, 2026. Admission is by application. For more details, click here.