City Youth Academy - Overview
Soulpepper’s signature youth program is back!
This summer 2025, 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!
Deadline to apply: Sunday, May 11 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 Wednesday, July 16 – Friday, August 22, 2025 (including one Saturday, July 19)
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 end of May/early June.
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!
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