NTS DramaFest at National Theatre School of Canada

NTS DramaFest returns in 2026 to celebrate 80 years of empowering young artists through theatre, with a series of district, regional, and provincial showcases culminating in the Ontario Provincial Showcase in North York. The festival, presented by the National Theatre School of Canada, engages over 12,000 secondary school students annually and emphasizes accessibility, inclusion, and creativity. This milestone year highlights the contributions of professional adjudicators from the theatre and film community, including Paul Sun-Hyung Lee. NTS DramaFest continues to be a vital platform for youth creativity and artistic expression in Ontario and beyond.