Burlington Student Theatre since 1978
Facility Associate...accept no substitutes!
Under the direction of Mr. Rainer Noack
Celebrating 32 years of providing quality programming for youth in Burlington
Student Theatre Centre (In Optimist Park)
2131 Prospect Street
(between Brant Street and Drury Lane)
For more information call 905-335-7808
Studio: 905-637-6000
Fax: (905) 637-1168
Email Founder/Program Director Rainer Noack
To find this facility, use our interactive maps.
Fall/Winter/Spring Programs
- Little Performers (ages 6 to 8 years ) : Mondays from 6:30 to 8 pm
- Junior (ages 9 and 10 years ) : Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
- Intermediate (ages 11 to 13 years) : Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
- Senior (ages 14 to 18 years): Thursdays from 6:15 to 9:15 pm plus some Saturday rehearsals
- Participants in Winter 2010 Session will perform "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown".
- Senior Student Theatre will present "Urinetown" in May 2010
- Renaissance Ensemble for graduates and alumni with the Annual Beyond the Flounder Festival
Summer Programs
Performing Arts Camp - Ages 9 - 15 years
The popular Performing Arts Camp returns in 2010, featuring a Tim Burton Summer - Alice in Wonderland and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Get in on the excitement and explore your creativity through dance, music and drama.
Session Dates:
July 5 - 16 - Show - Thursday, July 15 at 2:30 pm - Alice in Wonderland
July 19 - 30 - Show - Thursday, July 29 at 2:30 p.m. - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Nelson H.S.
Little Performers Camp - Ages 6 - 8 years
A great start to theatre for the young one. Children will have an opportunity to perform in one number of the shows.
Session Dates:
July 5 - 16 - Show - Thursday, July 15 at 2:30 p.m. - Alice in Wonderland
July 19 - 30 - Show - Thursday, July 29 at 2:30 p.m. - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Nelson H.S.
*Note: Shows are subject to change
Explore Theatre - Ages 9 - 12 years
A great introduction to 'behind the scenes' of theatre. Week culminates with the children creating their own production for a parent demonstration.
Session Dates:
August 3 - 6
August 9 - 13
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Student Theatre Centre
Registration through RecExpress
2009 - 2010 Student Theatre in our community
With a variety of great performances and civic engagement activities, Burlington Student Theatre supports activities that strengthen the cultural fabric of the community. Last season, the groups assisted at over 25 community events including:
- Cycle for Autism
- The Mayor's Gala
- Burlington Art Centre's Fundraising Gala
- New Year's Eve Celebration
- Performing Arts Burlington Gala
- Carpenter Hospice Fundraising Gala
- Earth Day at the Labyrinth
- Youth Fest
Student Theatre knows the rewards of participation: our students can manage because they have learned the skills, experienced the adventures and played with the team.
We are a positive choice for today's youth.
Facilities for Community Use
Located in Optimist Park, Student Theatre Centre is the location for practice and rehearsals for the Student Theatre Program. Facility program space, rehearsal hall and staging is available for community rentals. The upper level is accessible via chair lift. Washrooms are conveniently located at ground level. Call 905-335-7808 to book the facility.
Events
With a focus on wellness, development and quality of living, Student Theatre continues to offer a range of performing arts opportunities. Since 1978, Student Theatre has been a Place to Learn, To Grow and To Belong. It's a positive choice for today's youth.
Call 905-637-6000 to discuss how Student Theatre can be involved in your event.
For more information on our programs and rentals at the Student Theatre Centre, please refer to the Live & Play Guide or call 905-335-7808.