Posted by Soulpepper Theatre Company
If you could change something about the world around you, where would you begin?
This summer, ten young people will come together for a six-week civic and creative intensive exploring how stories can shape public life.
Working alongside Soulpepper artists, you’ll be introduced to playwriting, scene study, ensemble creation, and music as tools to express big ideas. You’ll practice how to articulate your thoughts clearly and confidently in public, how to listen and respond to others in real conversation and debate, and how to think critically about the narratives that shape your community and your place within it.
If you’re paying attention to the world around you—if you have questions, ideas, or perspectives you don’t often see reflected—this is a space to share them. City Youth Academy invites you to examine your city, connect with others, and turn your experiences into a shared imagining of what’s possible.
We’re looking for young people who want to take part in shaping the cultural and civic life of their city.
You might be a fit if you are:
- 16–19 years old, and not currently enrolled in a post-secondary theatre program
- Interested in working with others to explore ideas, experiences, and perspectives through creative practice
- Looking for hands-on theatre and performance training from industry professionals
- Ready to commit fully to the program schedule
No performance experience necessary.
It’s free. Participants will also receive a stipend to help cover transit costs.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
10 AM – 5 PM daily between Wednesday, July 15 – Friday, August 21, 2026 (including one Saturday, July 18)
Apply here: https://www.soulpepper.ca/public-domain/opportunities/city-youth-academy-applications