City Youth Academy - Overview
Soulpepper’s signature youth program is back!
This summer 2024, ten selected young artists will participate in a six-week theatre and performance intensive led by instructor Lena Maripuu that will inspire their creativity and support their artistic growth. City Youth Academy is a unique opportunity to learn from Soulpepper artists and industry professionals, build confidence on stage, and make art as an ensemble! APPLY NOW!
Application Deadline: Sun, June 2nd at 11:59 PM
City Youth Academy - Overview
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WHO IS THE CITY YOUTH ACADEMY FOR?
Soulpepper is seeking applicants who are:
- 16-19 years old and not currently enrolled in a post-secondary theatre program
- Looking for hands-on theatre and performance training from industry professionals
- Interested in collaboration and contributing to a creative ensemble
- Able to commit 100% to all the dates and times of the program
No performance experience necessary!
IT’S FREE!
Additionally, participants will receive a stipend for their participation.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
10 AM – 5 PM daily between Monday, July 8 – Friday, August 16, 2024
PROGRAM LOCATION
Soulpepper Theatre Company
Young Centre for the Performing Arts
Distillery District
50 Tank House Lane, Toronto ON, M5A 3C4
SELECTION PROCESS
Auditions: In person group auditions will be held on Sunday, June 9. Time slots will be provided closer to the date.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must submit a video introducing themselves (max 4 minutes, unlisted on YouTube) and answering the prompts below, along with the name and contact information of one referee (teacher, employer, mentor, or similar).
- Tell us about a work of art – visual, performing, or literary – that inspires you, and why.
- Why do you want to participate in the City Youth Academy? What would this opportunity mean to you?
- Which aspects of performance are you interested in, and which would you like to learn more about? This could include acting, playwriting, design, directing, music, singing, movement/dance, producing, marketing, fundraising, wardrobe, props, scenic painting, and more.
- How do you feel about working in an ensemble setting and collaborating with others? Give an example of a group project you’ve worked on.
- Do you have any special skills or talents? Show us! (Optional)
SUBMISSIONS OPEN!
LEAD SPONSOR OF CITY YOUTH ACADEMY
Public Support: Ontario Arts Council, Toronto Arts Council, Canada Council for the Arts