Manitoba Theatre For Young People

Come unleash your inner Olympian at MTYP.

Few spots available in the following camps:

Story to Stage (ages 5-6)
Puppets (ages 9-12)

Register Now at; https://mtyp.ca/theatre-school/summer-camps -five

Be An Olympian - Summer Camp You will be pushed to be a Faster, Higher, Stronger performer in this camp that only comes around every four years.July 29 to August 2. Register today at: h...

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS | BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Are you passionate about the arts and believe that theatre is a conduit to developing creative expression and self-confidence in young people?

If so, the Board of MTYP is seeking Board members for the term commencing November 2024, with skill sets to bring leadership and passion for our mission.

A MTYP Board Director is a volunteer role and includes a commitment of approximately 5 hours per month. As a Director, you will be asked to attend the monthly Board meeting, which currently takes place the last Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm, and serve on one (or more) Board Committee (Finance, Governance, Human Resources, Development).

New board members will receive orientation, and ongoing training and development assistance is available to all Board members.

Nominees should have demonstrated leadership experience and excellence in their own field, while being enthusiastic about supporting MTYP and its future. The Board is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and considers nominations from under-represented groups an asset.

Priority will also be given to those demonstrating expertise in either (a) accounting, including financial management and audit, or (b) human resources, including performance management and compensation.

If you would like to join a vibrant and committed Board excited about supporting theatre for young people, we would be so pleased to hear from you.

Head here https://mtyp.ca/about/opportunities to apply!

As of yesterday and for the next 11 days, MTYP will be bursting at the seams with summer camps in every studio and The Winnipeg Fringe on our stage!

Not only is MTYP home to Kids Fringe during the day, but turns into Venue 21 in the evening with 6 shows from across Canada taking to our stage.

Two of MTYP’s staff members are doing double duty as playwright/performers in these productions:
"Kore" written and performed by Hailley Rhoda (Customer Service Representative) at Venue #9
"By the Spit of Your Tongue" written and performed by Sarah Flynn (Artistic Associate) at Venue #2

And, we are so proud of our school instructors and their involvement in the following shows:
"40 Below" is written and directed by Cali Sproule
"House of Gold" features Maggie Koreen
"Stroke of Luck" 2 written and performed by Salem Haber

Manitoba Theatre for Young People is seeking a dynamic, customer service oriented individual as a School Sales Coordinator.

Interested candidates may find more information on this opportunity, including how to apply by:

Clicking the Link below

Opportunities - MTYP - Manitoba Theatre for Young People MTYP aspires to be a theatre where children and youth always see themselves reflected, whether it is on our stage, in our classrooms or in any of the spaces where our artistic and administrative activities take place.

"You don't have to go to Paris this summer to be an Olympian. At MTYP, we have a camp from July 29 to August 2 that will put you right in the middle of the action," says Natalie Viebrock, MTYP's Associate Camp Director.

Come unleash your inner champion. Don't miss out the fun!

To register your medalists in waiting, call us at 204-942-8898 or you can check us out on
https://mtyp.ca/theatre-school/summer-camps -five

Be An Olympian - Summer Camp You will be pushed to be a Faster, Higher, Stronger performer in this camp that only comes around every four years.July 29 to August 2. Register today at: h...

We have added another Musical Theatre Camp for Ages 9-12 to our August 12-16 week. The first one sold out, and there are only five spots left in the new camp.

Sing, dance, and act, all at the same time. Have the time of your life developing your triple threat skills.

Sign up today at: https://mtyp.ca/theatre-school/summer-camps -seven

Our Theatre School teachers make the magic happen everyday at MTYP. They teach musical theatre, puppets, acting, improv comedy, movie making and so much more in our various camps and classes that run all year round.

They Play It Forward everyday. Will you join them?

Payworks is still matching every new gift to the campaign. To find out more or donate, head to https://www.playitforwardmtyp.ca/

"I’m having fun here. Can I stay here forever and ever?” - Summer camper overheard leaving MTYP today.

Planning some together time with your family, friends and loved ones?

Adventure awaits as our Early Bird Offer invites you to join us in the land of wild things and have some laughs and scary fun with The Gruffalo's Child.

Buy 2 or more plays before July 5 and get 20% discount off. Call us at 204.942.8898 to get this deal.

Or check out our entire season at https://mtyp.ca/on-stage

Would you like to Play It Forward? ⏩⏩

We are nearing our goal of raising $9 million dollars to build the MTYP of 2025 and beyond, but we still need your support!
is matching all new donations, dollar for dollar, up to $500,000.

To donate to Play It Forward or stay up to date on the campaign, go to: playitforward.com

Exciting News at Manitoba Theatre for Young People!
We are thrilled to welcome onboard our new Public Relations Coordinator, Amina Buhari. Get ready to see more behind-the-scenes magic and stories unfold as we continue to inspire Young Audiences across Manitoba.
Join us in giving Amina a warm MTYP welcome!

It’s National Indigenous People’s Day! Come down to MTYP after 4 pm and listen to some stories or learn a few Cree words.

“We are jumping for JOY in June! And you can help us.

Now until June 30th, CanadaHelps is giving each charity a change to win $10,000! Every dollar you give enters MTYP to win BIG in the Great Canadian Giving Challenge. Will you give joy this June? Go to https://mtyp.ca/donate to learn more, donate, and give joy. ”

There’s still room to Play It Forward 🥰!

Thank you to all of you who have sent us supportive messages, donated to the campaign, and shared your love of MTYP. Payworks is still matching your gifts, dollar for dollar, up to $500,000. For more information and to donate to the Play It Forward Campaign, go to: https://www.playitforwardmtyp.ca/

A special thank you to our Capital Campaign Co-Chairs, Matt and Jane Johnston (pictured), who have been championing this campaign and the role that MTYP plays for Manitobans, big and little. ♥️♥️”

🎭 Join us for a magical afternoon of storytelling at Native Youth Theatre on National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, 2024! 🌟

📍 Located at Manitoba Theatre for Young People, 2 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg.

🕓 From 4-6 PM, children ages 6-8 and their families can enjoy:
4:00 PM - Opening ceremony
4:15 PM - Legend storybook reading with Eva Fontaine
4:30 PM - Kids perform the story as an interactive storytelling activity
5:00 PM - Cree language lesson with Colleen Omand
6:00 PM - End
🎉 Don’t miss this fun and educational event! Snacks and refreshments provided. See you there!

Happy Pride, everyone!

Happy Pride, everyone! Today is a day to celebrate inclusion, diversity and being one’s authentic self. See you at the march later this morning.

Hey campers! There's still time to register for one of MTYP's Summer Camps.

We offer nine weeks of Summer Camps for you to choose from, beginning July 2 and ending August 30. Register now to guarantee getting into your favourite Camp.

Summer camp is a time for fun with new friends. At MTYP, our camps are full of opportunities to use your imagination, get into character, create theatre and film, and broaden your horizons.

Here are our nine-weeks of themed summer programming for ages 5-18.

A Blast from the Past July 2-5 (four day camp)
Whodunit? July 8-12
Celebrate our Remarkable Planet July 15-19
The Great MTYP Bake-Off July 22-26
Be an Olympian July 29-August 2
Pajama Week August 6-9 (four day camp)
Mojo Dojo Casa House August 12-16
Hocus Pocus August 19-23
Anti-Heroes August 26-30

Classes run from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm daily. Student drop-off begins at 8:30 am and pick-up goes until 4:30 pm. Campers are asked to bring their own nut-free lunches, snacks, and drinks to get them through the day.

For more information, head to: https://mtyp.ca/theatre-school/summer-camps

Quick message to our theatre school parents and students. This is a reminder that there are no classes this May long weekend. MTYP will be closed on May 18 and 20. If you have any questions, email: [email protected]

Enjoy the unofficial start to summer!

We love our volunteers! And today is a special day because we get throw a little party and thank them for their support and work throughout our season. Our volunteers are involved in many aspects of MTYP, but nowhere more than at our shows. If someone scans your ticket, hands you a program or shows you to your seat, they are likely a volunteer. Huge thanks to these local heroes who believe in theatre for young audiences enough to keep showing up for them. Volunteers are the heart of MTYP. Bravo!

MTYP is offering a new class of Play Together, starting May 24!

Play Together is an adventure for Toddlers aged 12-24 months and their caregivers. Watch your child’s natural love of stories blossom, along with their confidence and group skills. In this course, adults participate with their children in various forms of imaginative play, songs, and stories.

This 5-week course takes place every Friday morning starting at 9:30 AM. There are only eight spots in each course!

To register: call our Theatre School at 204.947.0394 ext: 230.

MTYP is offering a new class of Play Together, starting May 24!

Play Together is an adventure for Toddlers aged 12-24 months and their caregivers. Watch your child’s natural love of stories blossom, along with their confidence and group skills. In this course, adults participate with their children in various forms of imaginative play, songs, and stories.

This 5-week course takes place every Friday morning starting at 9:30 AM. There are only eight spots in each course!

To register: click the link below or call our Theatre School at 204.947.0394 ext: 230.

https://mtyp.ca/theatre-school/courses-ages-1-5 -together

Our Mainstage season is now over, but we are still touring and offering Drama workshops. We never stop! We can visit your camp or daycare during the summer months. Pictured here are Drama Outreach Coordinator Heather Russell-Smith and Theatre School Director Spenser Payne returning from a particularly fun shopping trip. For more information, visit: https://mtyp.ca/outreachworkshops/