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THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES
A complement to Drayton Entertainment’s School
Matinee Program, the Theatre for Young Audiences
initiative will gear programming towards young
people, their families, teachers and peers in a space of
joy, wonder, surprise and connection.

With roots in education, it encompasses the
presentation of musicals, plays, dance, music and
puppetry attended by, and created for, younger
audiences. Content revolves around traditional child-
friendly topics and brings topical story messages and
arts workshops to underserviced individuals and
communities.

THE YOUNG COMPANY
A year-long advanced training and mentorship
program for aspiring artists who are serious about
pursuing post-secondary education and a career in
the theatre. Youth will create and perform a vibrant
topical production at the theatre and at events across
the province. Participants will receive acting, vocal,
and dance training as well as professional
development towards auditioning, industry best
practices, workshopping new material and much
more.

THE SENIOR’S FOLLIES
Designed to maintain cognitive, physical and social
health, these programs will include script readings,
theatre games and lessons in acting, singing and
dancing that will teach seniors about the theatre,
create performance outcomes and build strong social
circles.