Nominations Announced for the 39th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards!
by Alan Henry
- May 31, 2018
At a press conference held May 31 in the lobby of the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, the Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) announced 237 nominations for the 39th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, which recognize excellence in the performing arts in Toronto.
Young People's Theatre Announces Eye-Poppin' New Season
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 25, 2018
Artistic Director Allen MacInnis and Executive Director Nancy J. Webster are delighted to reveal the 2018/19 playbill at Young People's Theatre (YPT). The new season will feature eight outstanding shows on two stages, including two world premieres, a Broadway musical and a timely adaptation of a Greek classic. This year YPT is exploring the notion of kids fixing things for themselves, and ultimately making change in their world.
Photo Flash: Inside THE SECRET GARDEN at Young People's Theatre
by Julie Musbach
- Feb 8, 2018
THE SECRET GARDEN by Paul Ledoux, adapted from the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Directed by Allen MacInnis. Featuring Simon Bracken, Vivien Endicott-Douglas, Natalia Gracious, Dan Lett, Sarah Mennell, Jake Runeckles and Benjamin Sutherland.
Young People's Theatre Offers A Jam-Packed Family Day
by Stephi Wild
- Feb 6, 2018
On Family Day, Monday, February 19, Young People's Theatre (YPT) will be a hive of activity from top to bottom floors, with a performance of the children's classic The Secret Garden, two performances of the award-winning show for babies, One Thing Leads to Another - PLUS Family Workshops, FREE tours and drop-in activities!
Photo Flash: First Look at YPT's THE SECRET GARDEN
by Julie Musbach
- Jan 29, 2018
The Secret Garden, adapted from the beloved children's book by author Frances Hodgson Burnett comes to life onstage next month at Young People's Theatre under the direction of YPT's Artistic Director, Allen MacInnis. This classic story will be presented on the Mainstage from February 5 to March 17, with extra performances added for March Break week.
THE SECRET GARDEN Invites Young People to Find Themselves at YPT
by Julie Musbach
- Jan 3, 2018
The Secret Garden, adapted from the beloved children's book by authorFrances Hodgson Burnett comes to life onstage next month at Young People's Theatreunder the direction of YPT's Artistic Director, Allen MacInnis. This classic story will be presented on the Mainstage from February 5 to March 17, with extra performances added for March Break week.
YPT to Present Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST this Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 21, 2017
Young People's Theatre (YPT) has become known for their joyous Holiday shows and this season's offering couldn't be better! YPT is thrilled to present the beloved musical Beauty and the Beast. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions, this timeless classic will be presented on the Mainstage from Nov. 6 to Dec. 31.
YPT Announces 2017-2018 Season
by A.A. Cristi
- May 2, 2017
Artistic Director Allen MacInnis and Executive Director Nancy J. Webster are thrilled to announce the 2017/18 Season at Young People's Theatre. It's a year dedicated to the theme 'finding yourself", with nine shows encompassing classics and cutting-edge work to help guide that journey.
YPT Presents the World Premiere of MUNSCHTIMEL Featuring the Beloved Stories of Robert Munsch
by A.A. Cristi
- Mar 20, 2017
Classics like Love You Forever, Murmel Murmel Murmel, Pigs, A Promise is a Promiseand Too Much Stuff! spring to life on stage in the World Premiere of Munschtime! at Young People's Theatre (YPT). Presented on the Mainstage from April 17 to May 14, this funny, sweet and joyous collection of works by acclaimed children's author Robert Munsch will delight young theatergoers and adults alike.
Young People's Theatre Sets 2016-17 Season
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 27, 2016
Artistic Director Allen MacInnis and Executive Director Nancy Webster are pleased to announce the 2016/17 Season at Young People's Theatre (YPT), a year that marks the return of two of YPT's most popular musicals, both based on children's literature classics: SeussicalTM and Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach.
Young People's Theatre's SCARBERIA Runs Now Through May 1
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 19, 2016
Young People's Theatre (YPT) is proud to present the world premiere of SCARBERIA, a riveting mystery commissioned by YPT and workshopped at the Banff Centre Playwrights Colony. Written by award-winning expat Canadian Evan Placey, SCARBERIA will be presented in The Studio from April 18 to May 1.
Young People's Theatre to Continue 50th Anniversary Season with THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 3, 2016
?The 50th Anniversary Season at Young People's Theatre (YPT) reaches a crescendo with The Wizard of Oz, one of the most beloved musicals of the twentieth century. Filled with all the magic and wonder of L. Frank Baum's masterpiece, YPT will offer a refreshing new take on the classic musical, including a number that was cut from the original movie. The Wizard of Oz will be presented on the Mainstage from April 4 to May 15.
YPT Presents Teen Drama P@NDORA by Sarah Berthiaum
by Sally Henry Fuller
- Nov 3, 2015
Young People's Theatre (YPT) welcomes Montreal's Youtheatre and their powerful teen drama P@ndora as part of its 50th Anniversary Season. Heralded as 'an unmitigated success' by The Gazette (Montreal), this play about teens exploring the controversial world of cyber-pornography, will be presented in The Studio from November 30 to December 11.
Young People's Theatre Extends JACOB TWO-TWO
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 13, 2015
Young People's Theatre (YPT) has been overwhelmed by public response to the musical, Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang, announcing today the run would be extended due to demand. Originally slated to run from November 16th to December 20th, the show will now run right through the holidays, to January 3rd. A signature production in YPT's history, this action-packed musical - the company's most-produced show and amongst its most beloved - will feature new music and lyrics by the talented young song-writing duo, Britta and Anika Johnson.
YPT to Open 50th Anniversary Season with HANA'S SUITCASE
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 6, 2015
The powerful story of Hana's Suitcase will open the 50th Anniversary Season at Young People's Theatre (YPT) on October 8. This new production, directed by Allen MacInnis, is based on the internationally-acclaimed book by Karen Levine and adapted for the stage by Emil Sher. Premiering in 2005 and remounted in 2007 and 2010 due to overwhelming audience demand, this incredible truestory has the power to move both children and adults alike.
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