Young People's Theatre

Young People's Theatre Canada's largest professional theatre for young audiences, offering the very best in theatre, drama classes & community engagement. 🎭

Young People’s Theatre (YPT) launches the next stage in the company’s 57-year history, co-led by Indigenous artist and new Artistic Director Herbie Barnes, and Executive Director Nancy Webster. This new era also marks the unveiling of YPT's expanded and renovated theatre complex, more than 10 years in the making. As Canada’s largest and oldest professional theatre for young audiences, the company

produces and presents a full season of theatre and arts education programming, serving approximately 150,000 patrons annually. With the purchase of a multi- use building across the street from its historic theatre, YPT has expanded its footprint, increased its accessibility, refreshed its lobbies, and upgraded the theatrical equipment capabilities of its 450-seat Ada Slaight Stage and 115-seat Studio. United in vision, the two facilities now anchor the corner of Front and Frederick Streets in downtown Toronto creating Canada’s largest theatre complex for young people.

08/16/2026

We’re in our final week of summer camp and looking back on all the fun that’s been had this past couple months. 😎

08/14/2026

🤸‍♂️ Room For Play is back with extra fun for you and your little ones.

🛝Join us this September when we kick off with Friday Playdate.
✂️ In October, we’re introducing the brand new Little Makers! A guided hour of play and creation!

💭 Did you know that there are many social & developmental benefits to drama classes? YPT’s Drama School is not only a pl...
08/05/2026

💭 Did you know that there are many social & developmental benefits to drama classes?
YPT’s Drama School is not only a place for kids to explore their passion for theatre but a place for every kid to find confidence, creativity, and belonging.

YPT's Drama School offers kids so much more than a stage – it gives them a voice and place to call their own. Through pl...
08/02/2026

YPT's Drama School offers kids so much more than a stage – it gives them a voice and place to call their own. Through play, storytelling, and teamwork, they learn to express themselves, connect with others, and find confidence that carries them far beyond our classrooms.

Session 1 begins September 19. Reserve your spot today!

They owned the stage! 🌟Congratulations to our summer campers who performed their original pieces on YPT's stage for fami...
07/27/2026

They owned the stage! 🌟
Congratulations to our summer campers who performed their original pieces on YPT's stage for family and friends this past Friday!
This included a rambunctious restaurant farce, a re-imagining of Romeo & Juliet, and an introspective re-imagining of Alice in Wonderland. We can't wait to see more of what this summer's YPT Drama campers have in store!

This week, our summer campers cooked up some special costumes for our restaurant-themed spirit day! 🍝
07/26/2026

This week, our summer campers cooked up some special costumes for our restaurant-themed spirit day! 🍝

What an inspiration! This past weekend more than 200 theatre researchers, performers, practitioners, and community orga...
07/21/2026

What an inspiration! This past weekend more than 200 theatre researchers, performers, practitioners, and community organizers attended the International Children, Youth, and Performance Conference hosted at YPT, and produced in partnership with York University. Every space was brimming with enthusiasm and joy as participants came together to share their knowledge of performance work with and for children and youth - including a panel hosted by our Learning Department!

07/18/2026

Watch a little theatre magic light up summer camp this week! One of our drama campers had some fun with our stage c*c (also known as the magic wall!). The wonder on his face says it all. 😉

07/17/2026

Meet Joe, one of our amazing Drama School educators! Patient, playful, and just a little larger-than-life, Joe discovered his love for acting through youth drama programs, and knows firsthand how transformative theatre is for young people. You can see him on screen in The Handmaid’s Tale, SkyMed and more!

Visit our link in bio to register for Drama School this year before spots fill up!

Address

165 Front Street East
Toronto, ON
M5A3Z4

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14168622222

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