Theatre Kingston's mandate includes a strong commitment to education and outreach activities. In the past, we have conducted
theatre workshops for all ages, as well as a special series of theatre workshops in some of Kingston's prisons.
In the 2007-2008 Season, we continue our commitment to community involvement and education in theatre and the arts.
Children's Drama Club - New and Improved!
For years,
Theatre Kingston - along with The Barefoot Players -
has run a successful theatre camp for several weeks
during the summer months. In the fall of 2007 this
camp began to operate in an expanded format,
culminating in 4 days of public performance in a
theatre for friends parents and peers. More details
are available by calling course leader Ashley Westlake at (613)
544-2021, but here are the salient points:
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Students in Grades 4 - 8 are eligible
to enroll
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The Club began September 17 and runs to
April at Calvin Park P.S. Dance Studio (very
central & lots of parking!)
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Classes are Mondays from 6:30 - 8:30
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From September to December the focus is
on theatre craft & technique, improv & drama
games, voice work etc. From December to April
the student will put what they have learned
into practice by applying their new found skills
to a scripted peice
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The Club concludes with a fully staged public
production - in a theatre with lights,
costumes and a captive audience!
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Parents are encouraged to be involved in
different ways
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The fee for September to April is $300
Mandate:
The purpose of The Theatre Kingston's Children's
Drama Club is to provide an opportunity for young
people to:
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Enhance self-esteem, self-confidence and
self-discipline
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Improve their oral communication and performance
skills
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Develop social skills and the ability to work in
a group
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experience the rewards of perseverance and
commitment to a task
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foster their appreciation of the talents of
others
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HAVE FUN!!
The
format of The Club is based on a highly successful
program which Artistic Director Kim Renders
ran for 9 years in Fergus On. The program had been
in existence for over 20 years, and when Kim left
that community to come to Kingston, the waiting list
for acceptance was up to 60 students!
Registration is taking place now. Call (613)
544-2021, or email the company.
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Be part of a production!
Experience theatre first hand.
For many years now, Theatre Kingston has involved students at the high school level in various technical positions during our regular season. These positions can help towards volunteer fulfillments, be a valuable practical experience, and are a lot of fun. If you know a student you think would enjoy this experience, give us a call, or
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Make Theatre Kingston a part of your school year!
Add vitality and life to your curriculum!
We offer several options to help you and your class experience some of the best
theatre in the region, and learn a lot along the way. Our reputation for
original, provocative shows will engage your students, and help facilitate
discussions about relevant themes and conflicts, as well as drama and art. We
can also develop STUDY GUIDES to help in the classroom, and provide students
with the opportunity to discuss the play with the cast and crew following the
show. For more information on this unique opportunity,
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Upcoming Workshops
Theatre Kingston commonly holds theatre workshops and education programs as a part of its commitment to community education and outreach. These workshops feature professional theatre artists and educators offering instruction and exercises in various facets of theatre. Appropriate for beginners to advanced. Check our website or join our mailing list to stay informed of upcoming workshops.
Theatre Kingston offers several ways to help you make live, challenging theatre
a part of your students’ classroom experience. We can custom price tickets for
groups and student trips, or arrange special school packages including:
- TICKETS for your class to a specially
selected evening performance of one of our
productions;
- STUDY GUIDES to spark discussion and help
students get the most out of their
theatre-going experience;
- a special TALK BACK with the cast and crew
following the performance;
- a special classroom visit by one of
Theatre Kingston's staff to participate in
class discussion.
If you would like more information about these packages, give us a call at
613-544-2021, or
e-mail us.
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