1 day per week
TUESdays
1 day per week
saturdays
musical theatre company
(characters & ensemble)
Saturdays 12:00-3:00PM (Characters ONLY)
& Tuesdays 6PM-9PM (Characters + Ensemble)
Ages 14-18 for Ensemble, 14-18 for Characters
CHARACTERS: $1149 + HST (75-100 hours of rehearsal)
ENSEMBLE: $849 + HST (50-60 hours of rehearsal)
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SCHEDULE INFORMATION:
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Rehearsals begin Saturday, October 18th, 2025.
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Saturdays (Characters Only) 12:00-3:00PM
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Tuesdays (Full Cast) 6:00-9:00PM, starts at 5:00PM beginning February 17th, 2026.
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Saturdays are also Full Cast Rehearsals beginning February 7th, 2026.
With closures for major school holidays, for details please consult the program calendar.
Performances: PETER PAN - March 24 - April 2, 2026, with possible extension/snow days April 7-9, 2026
This program is for the teen who loves to sing and dance, but also laugh and create and work within a supportive ensemble. The class will provide rigorous acting, voice, and dance practise. With a special emphasis on performing musical comedy, this is a one-of-a-kind program for the aspiring musical theatre performer.
The Musical Theatre Company program provides students with the wonderfully unique opportunity to be directed by Shakespeare by the Sea’s Associate Artistic Director, Drew Douris-O’Hara, who regularly directs full productions for our flagship professional summer season. Text Coachings are with Jade Douris-O’Hara (Bronze Winner - Best Theatre Actor, The Coast 2022 and 2024). The Company program is an intensive, performance-based program that provides meaningful practise, culminating in a run of performances at the Park Place Theatre.
HOW TO JOIN:
There are two ways to participate in the Musical Theatre Company program, and we request that you carefully consider which is the best fit for you! Ultimately, we know that scheduling can play a huge role in these decisions, so here's a complete calendar for the Studio for the year:
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CHARACTERS means that you are signing up to play a speaking role in the show. You will be required to attend all Tuesday, and Saturday rehearsals.
ENSEMBLE means you are signing up to participate as a member of our musical’s chorus. You will appear in all the show’s full group “numbers”, and scenes requiring the full company, provided you attend the rehearsals where the music is taught, the choreography is set, or the scene is staged. Ensemble students attend Tuesday night rehearsals throughout the rehearsal period, as well as the Saturday beginning February 7th, 2026.​​​​​
ADDITIONAL FEES:
There is a $40 + HST Costume Rental Fee
There is a $40 + HST Photo Fee
Tickets to the final performance start at $20 + fees + HST each.
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SHAKESPEAre company
full time & part time
​Ages 14-18
Full TIme: $1149 + HST
Part Time: $849 + HST
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SCHEDULE INFORMATION
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Rehearsals begin Saturday, October 18th, 2025.
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Saturdays (Full Cast) 3:30-6:30PM, extended to 7:30PM beginning February 7th, 2026.
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Mondays (Full Time Only) 6:00-9:00PM
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Mondays are also Full Cast Rehearsals beginning February 9th, 2026.
With closures for major school holidays, for details please consult the program calendar.
Performances: ANTONY & CLEOPATRA - March 25 - April 2, 2026, with possible extension/snow days April 7-9, 2026
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In this intensive performance program, the next generation of classical actors will study Shakespeare technique, and acting from Halifax’s theatre professionals. This pre-professional training program is perfect for students who are serious about theatre and are ready to take the next step. The Shakespeare Company program provides students with the wonderfully unique opportunity to be directed by Shakespeare by the Sea’s Associate Artistic Director, Drew Douris-O’Hara, who regularly directs full productions for our flagship professional summer season. Text Coachings are with Jade Douris-O’Hara (Bronze Winner - Best Theatre Actor, The Coast 2022 and 2024). The Shakespeare Company program is an intensive, performance-based program that provides meaningful practise, culminating in a run of performances at the Park Place Theatre.
The are two ways to participate in Shakespeare Company Programs: Part Time Company and Full Time Company, intended to offer two comprehensive options for students. It is highly recommended that you have a look at both programs to determine which will be the best fit for you! Studio Director Jade Douris-O’Hara is available to answer any questions you may have at jade@shakespearebythesea.ca or 902-422-0295.
HOW TO JOIN:
There are two ways to participate in the Shakespeare Company program, and we request that you carefully consider which is the best fit for you! Ultimately, we know that scheduling can play a huge role in these decisions, so here's a complete calendar:
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FULL TIME means that you are signing up to play a large speaking role in the show. You will be required to attend all Saturday and many Monday evening rehearsals.
PART TIME means you are signing up to participate in one or more minor roles in the play. PART TIME participants will only be required for one rehearsal each week plus some additional rehearsals as the performance dates approach. ​​​​​
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ADDITIONAL FEES:
There is a $40 + HST Costume Rental Fee
There is a $40 + HST Photo Fee
Tickets to the final performance start at $20 + fees + HST each.