Theatre Classes
Magnus Theatre in Education is the premiere theatre training facility in the Thunder Bay area. Our classes and masterclasses are taught by professional actors, directors and educators.
Youth Classes
Our Minis program, for students aged 5 to 8, is the perfect introduction to the stage. Explore key aspects of theatre in a fun, energetic and imaginative way. Each class delves into a different aspect of making a play, from creating a character to telling a story. Our course culminates in a short performance for an audience of invited friends and family of a play made straight from their own imaginations! Suitable for new and returning participants
Saturday, March 25th, 2023 – May 27th, 2023 (no class April 8th & May 20th)
10AM-11:15AM
Our Youth program, for students aged 9 to 12, is perfect for anyone looking to learn new skills and develop existing ones. Each class features a mix of games, warm up activities, structured playmaking and opportunities for fun, creative expression. Our course culminates in a short performance for invited friends and family. Suitable for new and returning participants
Saturday, March 25th, 2023 – May 27th, 2023 (no class April 8th & May 20th)
11:45AM-1PM
Adult Classes
Always wanted to act, but never had the confidence? Did you star on stage at school but haven’t set foot since? This step-by-step intro to acting is a fun, stress-free experience where we play our way through the basics of acting, improv & voice and rehearse a scene from a play. Whether you’re hoping to pursue a professional acting career, or you’re just looking for a fun way to learn some new skills and to meet like minded people, this introductory course is the one for you!
Wednesday, April 5th, 2023 – May 24th, 2023
7:30PM-9:30PM
Curious about the art of improvisation but don’t know where to begin? Improv fundamentals will introduce you to the fast paced, often hilarious, world of improvisation. Each session will examine the building blocks of this essential skill, culminating in a ‘Whose Line is it Anyway’ style performance invitational where our troupe show off their skills. Designed for newcomers looking to try their hand as well as experienced improvers looking to brush up on their basics.
Monday, March 27th, 2023 – May 15th, 2023
7:30PM-9:30PM
Practice starting scenes with one single emotion and explore how that supports character development, setting the platform and adding stakes to the story. Students will refine and augment their skills through exploration and heightening of emotional choices and adjustments to add perspective to their scene work. Students will learn to create scenes about emotionally oriented characters who are fully invested
Tuesday, March 21st – May 9th
7:30PM – 9:30PM