Youth Program
Fall 2025 Workshops
Unless noted workshops are held on consecutive Saturday Mornings from 9:30 to 12:30 pm at the Studio theatre 63 Gore St. E
Questions? Please contact Volunteer Co-Ordinator Marilyn Nicolas-Dahan at youthplayers@studiotheatreperth.com
Saturday – Sept 27
Spotlight on the Mic (with Mike Irvin)
Media has exploded with opportunities aplenty for voice acting, narration, and podcast hosting. Gain confidence in voice performance for media with proper microphone techniques in a fun and engaging way. Have fun learning dramatic, comedic and narrative delivery styles that will be used in the creation of a ‘UFO Invasion’ radio skit enhanced by some foley techniques.
Saturday – Oct 4
All of Sudden There’s Music (with with Dani Corbishley)
Have you ever gone to watch a play when suddenly music starts and people begin to sing and dance? Who does that? How do they do that? WHY do they do that? Can YOU do that? Find all the answers while you develop a scene from the musical theatre genre.
Saturday – Oct 11
No workshop on Thanksgiving LONG WEEKEND
Saturday – Oct 18
MASTERING THE AUDITION (with Marilyn Nicholas-Dahan)
You are standing in front of the casting director. What are they looking for? What do they want you to do. What should you NOT do? Be ready to showcase your acting skills at every audition you go to. At the end of this workshop you will have the chance to apply what you’ve just learned right away by auditioning for two plays for this December’s Showcase : ‘The Wizard’s Forest’ and ‘Kids Play Sleuth’
Saturday – Oct 25
ZOMBIE APOCOLYPSE (with Marlene Nicholas)
Once upon a time, vampires ruled the night—but these days, zombies have taken over! In this fun and hands-on workshop, participants will dive into the world of special effects makeup and learn step-by-step techniques to create their very own terrifying zombie look. Marlene will show how to transform an ordinary face into something straight out of a horror movie. Perfect for Halloween, cosplay, stage productions, or any spooky event, this workshop is all about unleashing creativity while picking up real stage-makeup tricks. Come ready to experiment, get messy, and bring your inner zombie to life!
Saturday – Nov 1
STAGE ACTING – TIPS n TRICKS (with Grace Main)
Is there a secret to acting success? This is your chance to find out. You might be surprised at just how many Hollywood hotshots were once deer-in-the-headlights newcomers who cut their acting teeth in community theater. In this workshop you’ll learn some of the basics that can help elevate your performances whether you’re in a school or community play or heading off to the bright lights of Broadway!
Saturday – Nov 8
SHAKESPEARE UNLOCKED (with Kristy Tait-Angel)
Shakespeare isn’t old or confusing—it’s alive, exciting, and made for the stage! In this workshop participants will be stepping into the world of the bard by diving into a famous Shakespeare scene and through a blend of play, analysis, and performance, they’ll find the key to unlocking the story. Together, we’ll uncover character intentions, hidden emotions, and the power behind each line by exploring text in modern language. Participants will be able to bring the text to life, performing the scene in Shakespeare’s own words with newfound confidence and understanding. These are the roles that ALL actors eventually dream of playing.
Saturday – Nov 15
NO Saturday WORKSHOP
Saturday – Nov 22
LET YOUR STAR POWER SHINE (with Vannessa Torres)
Lights, camera… confidence! In this fun and interactive workshop, participants step into the spotlight – in front of a camera. Participants will view some examples from professional presenters and then create their own short 30–60 second video presentation. They’ll gain valuable experience in speaking, performing, and expressing themselves. It’s a workshop that gives youth an opportunity to build confidence, use their creativity, and hone their communication skills—all while having fun in front of the camera.
Saturday – Nov 29
MAKING IT REAL (with Karen Mortfield)
Participants will learn about prop making – and specific painting techniques – how to make ‘weird stuff look convincing on stage. If you can dream it up – you can make it real. All that’s needed is some creativity and determination. Get ready for a fun, interactive workshop where what YOU create goes home with YOU.
TUES DEC 9
6:30pm to 8:30pm
SHOWCASE REHEARSALS: The WIZARD’S FOREST and KIDS PLAY SLEUTH.
THURS DEC 11
SHOWCASE and AWARDS NIGHT
at 7 pm (call time for youth is 6:30 pm)
subscribe to what's coming!
Sign up to our email announcements.
“Studio Theatre Presents” will provide you with the most up-to-date information about what’s happening at the theatre – the plays, films, and special events that are coming your way!