The Young Ensemble Theatre mission:
To engage, mentor and equip the next generation of theatre artists.
To help them discover a passion for theatre, as creators and as audience.
A few things you might like to know
Our philosophy in a nutshell: Lost&Found Theatre is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment. We focus as much on process as on final product, and emphasize ensemble and what it means to be a contributing part of something greater than the individual.
photo by Nicole Lee Quesnel of the Lost&Found Young Company production of Romeo and Juliet.
Are YOU serious about theatre?
Eager to train intensively on a weekly
basis?
Lost&Found's Young Ensemble
Theatre may be for you!
FAQs:
How do I get involved?
The Young Ensemble Theatre (YET) is open to high school students in grades 11 and 12 and to recent graduates taking a year off. All YET candidates must be nominated by their drama teachers. Interviews for the next school year will take place in September, 2012. Keep watching the website for specific dates!
How is the program structured?
Training sessions take place every Sunday from 1-4 pm at Singer's Theatre in Waterloo. Sessions will cover physical and vocal work for the actor, character/emotion work, improvisation, a Shakespeare "boot camp", set design fundamentals, introduction to stage management, stage combat fundamentals, scene study and a final workshop presentation.
Who are the teachers?
Members of Lost&Found Theatre's resident ensemble: Alan K. Sapp, Brad Cook, Nicole Lee Quesnel, Gary Kirkham, and Kathleen Sheehy, along with a few of our special guests. For more information on L&F ensemble members, click on our ABOUT US tab above and then click on the headshots.
Is there a tuition fee?
No! But you will be required to put in 20 volunteer hours, either backstage or front of house, for our mainstage productions and/or work with other organizations as a volunteer.
How long does the program run?
This year’s program began in September 2011, and culminates with a showcase in May of 2012.
