Does the back-to-school season bring a little drama to your life? With friends, schedules, and new teachers, you never know what’s around the corner! A little drama throughout everyday life is completely normal, and parents are always helping their kids navigate new situations and big emotions. Maybe we just need to embrace it! Add positive, intentional drama to your routine this fall with Calgary Young People’s Theatre fall classes.
Calgary Young People’s Theatre (CYPT) inspires and develops young people in the arts through safe, creative spaces. Kids and youth can explore their potential through classes, camps, workshops, and production opportunities. The CYPT mission statement is to inspire and mentor the next generation of art creators and enthusiasts by offering brave, creative spaces where young people can express themselves and their ideas.
CYPT Fall Classes
With locations in Calgary’s NW, SW, and SE, CYPT offers weekly classes for children and teens aged 4 – 18, led by professional theatre actors, directors, and playwrights. No experience is necessary, and kids will learn how to act, improvise, and create a play. This will be the highlight of their week as they delve into drama to express themselves and develop their creativity!
Act One | Ages 4 – 6 years
This popular, fun-filled introduction to drama develops creativity and encourages social skills and confidence. Dramatic skills are explored through games and exercises, including storytelling, character-building, improvisation, movement, and more. These classes are at CYPT’s North and South – Riverbend Campuses.
Act Two | Grades 1 – 2
Kids can express themselves, build confidence, and meet new friends in this creative outlet. Students will explore improvisation and voice and movement skills. They will work as an ensemble to create a final presentation. These classes are at CYPT’s North, South – Riverbend, and West Campuses.
Act Three | Grades 3 – 4
Perfect for beginners or returning students, kids will try a wide variety of dramatic skills in this class. They’ll discover what they love about the theatre as they showcase their skills in a final presentation. These classes are at CYPT’s North, South – Riverbend, South – CKE Location, and West Campuses.
Act Four | Grades 5 – 6
This class builds on basic drama skills but also offers more advanced training, exploring techniques like voice and movement, characterization, improvisation, and scene development. There will also be a final performance to show off their skills and abilities. These classes are at CYPT’s North, South – Riverbend, South – CKE Location, and West Campuses.
Teen Class | Grades 7 – 12
Here teens can jump into more advanced training, with a focus on acting skills, audition tips, and partnered scene work. From table work to blocking and rehearsing to the final presentation, this program gives a focused, in-depth look at what motivates characters and brings a scene to life. These classes are at CYPT’s North, South – Riverbend, South – CKE Location, and West Campuses.
Is it time for your child to burst into the drama scene this fall? Help your kids learn to express themselves in positive ways! This fall, register your child or teen at CYPT for drama adventures, new friends, and a creative outlet.
Calgary Young People’s Theatre Fall Classes:
North Location
Venue: The Unitarian Church of Calgary
Address: 1703 1st Street NW, Calgary, AB
South (Riverbend) Location
Venue: The Riverbend Community Association
Address: 19 Rivervalley Drive SE, Calgary, AB
South (CKE) Location
Venue: CKE Community Association
Address: 1015 73 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
West Location
Venue: SCA Community Association
Address: 277 Strathcona Dr SW, Calgary, AB
Date: September to December 2026
Phone: 587-392-5832
Website: www.cypt.ca/classes
