Connecting and empowering youth through theatre arts in Burlington, ON
08/14/2026
We believe the most important thing a Young Artist takes home from theatre isn't always the performance. It's everything they learn about themselves along the way.
🎭 Acting & Musical Theatre Programs 🎶
Ages 5-17 | Programs begin September 16
Registration is open on our website!
08/12/2026
🎭 Senior Musical Theatre 🎤
Our senior musical theatre program offers young artists ages 12 and up the opportunity to further develop their triple-threat skills. During the fall, students receive dedicated instruction in all three areas of musical theatre performance: acting, singing, and dancing. While building their creative skills and confidence they will develop original pieces to perform in our November showcase: The Spirit of Adventure.
In the second part of the year, rehearsals increase to twice weekly as we prepare a fully staged musical for three performances in May. The program takes participants through the entire process of putting on a musical, from auditions to performances, all in a fun and supportive environment!
This year's spring mainstage production is Something Rotten Jr!
🗓️ The details:
Who: Grades 7-12
When: Wednesdays 6:00-8:30 and Sundays (beginning in February) 1:00-4:00
Where: Port Nelson United Church
Registration is now open on our website!
08/12/2026
🎶 Junior Musical Theatre 🎭
Junior Musical Theatre is all about developing fundamental musical theatre skills. This program includes dedicated instruction in acting, voice, and dance, from professionals who are passionate about uplifting their students and helping them towards their goals. Through a supportive and fun environment, young performers will learn all three disciplines, building confidence, teamwork, and artistic skills. All levels of experience are welcome.
Junior Musical Theatre participants will perform in our November showcase: The Spirit of Adventure, and our spring mainstage production of Alice in Wonderland Jr (in collaboration with Mini Musical Theatre)
🗓️ The details:
Who: Grades 4-6
When: Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 September to June
Where: Port Nelson United Church
Registration is now open on our website!
08/12/2026
✨Mini Musical Theatre✨
In this class, our youngest young artists will be introduced to the basics of singing, dancing and acting with fun activities focused on building creativity and exploring imagination, all while learning how to work and play in harmony with others.
Mini Musical Theatre participants will perform in our November showcase: The Spirit of Adventure, and our spring mainstage production of Alice In Wonderland Jr (in collaboration with Junior Musical Theatre)
🗓️The details:
Who: Grades 1-3
When: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 September to June
Where: Port Nelson United Church
Registration is now open on our website!
08/12/2026
This Fall, we welcome young artists back to class! Classes run on Wednesdays and are apart of our MainStage productions in the Spring!
This Fall, material will be inspired by themes of adventure, friendship, and the excitement of discovering who you are while, embracing new challenges and taking creative risks.
Through compelling scenes, engaging musical performances, and collaborative storytelling, students will challenge themselves as artists, grow as performers, and celebrate the confidence, creativity, and connections they have developed throughout the season.
The Fall Term will conclude with our annual Showcase for family and friends—a celebration of our students’ hard work, accomplishments, and growth throughout the term.
All classes start in September, running on Wednesdays!
Register today to claim your spot for our best season yet!
08/12/2026
Mini and Junior Musical Theatre: ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR (June 2027)
Following the Winter break, our Junior Musical Theatre (Gr 4-6) and Mini Musical Theatre (Gr 1-3) classes will be working together to put on Disney’s Alice In Wonderland Jr for performance this Spring!
This enchanting musical follows young Alice on a whimsical journey through a fantastical world where she meets curious characters, navigates absurd adventures, and ultimately discovers the importance of being herself. Filled with catchy song and dance numbers, this imaginative show is sure to spark creativity in our young artists!
Rehearsals for the Mini and Junior mainstage show will run on Wednesdays beginning January with a few additional weekend rehearsals leading up to the performances in June. Classes start in September!
Register today to claim your spot! Link in bio!
08/12/2026
Senior Musical Theatre Company:
🥚🍳SOMETHING ROTTEN JR (May 2027) 🎭
We are thrilled to share that our Senior Musical Theatre Company (Gr 7-12) will spend their Fall preparing their skills for their spring term musical, ✨Something Rotten✨ for performances in May!
Set in the Renaissance, this hilarious musical comedy follows brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom as they attempt to write the world’s first musical to compete with Shakespeare. With an ensemble of dynamic characters, catchy songs, and high-energy dance numbers, this production provides students with exciting opportunities to grow as versatile musical theatre performers.
Register now to be apart of this epic production!
Classes start in September, rehearsals start in December!
07/28/2026
🎭 Registration for Season 7 is officially OPEN! 🎶
Registration for our Acting and Musical Theatre classes opens today! Our programs inspire young artists to build confidence, creativity, communication skills, and lasting friendships while discovering the joy of performing.
⭐ Programs available for ages 5-18
🗓️ All classes start Sept 16
Don't miss out! Register today on our website!
www.youngartiststheatre.ca
07/26/2026
✨SEASON 7: The Spirit of Adventure✨
Season 7 is all about new adventures! We are shaking things up with new and exciting opportunities for all our Young Artists!
Registration opens July 28! Classes begin in September!
To find out more, visit www.youngartiststheatre.ca
We started a new tradition this year with our Young Company!
We called it ✨Star Jar✨
At the beginning of rehearsals we had everyone write down words of encouragement for the cast and crew.
At the start of every rehearsal one of our cast and crew members would pull out a note and read it for the group. Putting on a show is no easy feat, and the musical, Matilda, is no exception! That small dose of encouragement from one another helped bring them closer as a cast, and rise to the challenge together! And they absolutely smashed it!
This is just one example of all that we do to build a strong and supportive community. And honestly, these kids continue to show us how to show up with kindness, optimism, confidence and bravery every day. Watch out world!
