Ottawa Children's Theatre

The Ottawa Children’s Theatre is dedicated to theatre that is by, for and about young people. Our mandate comes from a profound desire to enrich the lives of children and youth through theatre and the performing arts. At The Ottawa Children's Theatre, we're process oriented, and we work to create supportive and empathetic environments where participants can explore all aspects of drama and theatre arts. Our artist instructors are theatre professionals with years of experience as actors, directors, writers and teachers. We specialize in many areas of drama, including voice and movement; improvisation; acting techniques; Shakespeare; musical theatre; and collective creation. We place a strong emphasis on language arts, body awareness, creative thinking, and on working together as an ensemble.
For more information: www.ottawachildrenstheatre.net

Curriculum Links

Use various techniques (verbal and physical) to interpret and respond to different scenarios; explore Shakespearean language and characters; roleplaying, learning to communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas; learning to speak and act with confidence.

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A Muse of Fire: Exploring Shakespeare 1 artist

Students will discover some of Shakespeare’s timeless stories and exciting characters. They will unlock his playful and beautiful language, speak and act with confidence, and immerse themselves in a range of different characters. Younger grades will explore characters through sonnets, while older grades will work with short scenes and monologues.

Participants: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: 30
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: One hour session (Grades: K - 2) $240 + HST Half day: one 2 hour session $345 + HST Full day: two 2 hour sessions $510 + HST

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Theatre Clowns

Clowns are characters that we see throughout literature; they aren’t played just for laughs — they communicate important thoughts and emotions through physical expression. Students will learn about the Fool, the Jester, and the Trickster, and use these archetypes to explore meaningful interactions, scenes and stories.

Participants: Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: 30
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: *One hour session (Grades K - 2 only) $240 + HST Half day: one 2 hour session $345 + HST Full day: two 2 hour sessions $510 + HST

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A Muse of Fire or Theatre Clowns

A Muse of Fire or Theatre Clowns - Residency

Participants: Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: 2 classes over the 5 days
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: Five full days: two 2 hour sessions per day (Includes final performance with students) $2300 + HST

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Say “Yes” to Improv!

This workshop is an introduction to the craft and creativity of Improvisation. Through improv, students build language skills, respond to ideas and make spontaneous choices. The first rule of improv is to say YES, so the workshop is a positive way of building a supportive environment for creativity.

Participants: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: 30
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: Half day: one 2 hour session $330 + HST Full day: two 2 hour sessions $495 + HST

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Drama Weavers

For children on the Autism Spectrum and with specialized learning needs. Every child benefits from an arts experience. Sensory materials and dramatic play, create enriching opportunities for children with specialized learning needs. We explore creativity, balancing movement and individual expression with collaboration. The result is a workshop that is inventive, inspiring and fun for everyone. 2 artists

Participants: Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6	Maximum: 7
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: One hour session: $325 + HST

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Sing & Dance a Story! 1 artist (Musical Theatre Workshops)

Explore another form of story through dance and song: students will learn a group song and dance number to perform at the end of the day.

Participants: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: 30
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: Full day: two 2 hour sessions (1 class) $510 + HST

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That’s Entertainment (Musical Theatre Residencies)

Students will create their own mini-musical using group numbers from some of our favorite musicals, culminating with a final presentation. maximum 15 students

Participants: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: 15
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: 20 hour residency: $2300 + HST

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The Perfect Show (Musical Theatre Residency)

Is your school already planning a musical theatre production? This residency will help to create, clean and polish your dance and musical numbers.

Participants: Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12	Maximum: Full Cast
Discipline: Drama
Time and Price: 20 hour residency: $2300 + HST