Backyard Theatre Company works on building performance opportunities for our students of all ages. Our classes teach self-expression, improvisation, and character development while having a great time and making lasting memories and friendships.
Meet Your Directors
JEREMY PLETT: BTC Artistic Director
Artistic Director Jeremy Plett is excited to move into another year of theatre with The Backyard Theatre Company. He has performed in several community theatre productions, most recently, The Pirates of Penzance and The Wizard of Oz as Tin Man. This is Jeremy’s ninth year with us– he brings creativity and quality into our theatre program.
ALAN FEHR: BTC Instructor
Alan Fehr has put on many local productions over the years and has been participating the Winnipeg Fringe Festival for 10 years. Alan Fehr has also been involved in writing, directing and producing all of Real Live Entertainment theatre productions including “The Mousetrap” (2017) and their production of “Still Stands the House” (2020). He is thrilled to join the BTC team, where he and his students will be learning to express themselves, work collaboratively and explore performer’s toolbox.
2022-2023 BTC Classes
Dramatic Discovery: Ages 5 – 8
Class Full
Our beginner theatre class gives kids ages 5-8 a solid introduction into the world of acting. Through lots of playing and improv, kids will become comfortable expressing themselves and their ideas. We will learn about story structure and get familiar with the stage. The whole class will collaborate and share with each other to build teamwork and make sure that everyone is involved. Our class has a very strong focus on self-expression which is vital for a successful actor later in life.
Instructor: Alan Fehr
Duration: September 21, 2022 – April 26, 2023
Schedule: Every Wednesday | 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm
No Class Dates: December 21 & 28, January 4 and March 29
Location: SCU Studio
Class Fees: $215 Class Fee + $25 Admin Fees
Waiver Fees: $25 Volunteer Waiver + $50 Fundraising Waiver
Please review the requirements and policies at the bottom of this page.
Intermediate Theatre: Ages 9 – 12
Class Full
For ages 9-12. Take your acting experience to the next level with new fun and educational games, challenging scripts, and improvisation. Students have the opportunity to learn theatre with costumes, character building and more. In the winter, the class will divide into two groups that will have the option to learn a script for a performance or continue to grow their talents with fun exercises, games, and practical experience. More information to come once classes have started.
Instructor: Jeremy Plett
Duration: September 20, 2022 – April 25, 2023
Schedule: Every Tuesday | 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
No Class Dates: December 20 & 27, January 3 and March 28
Location: SCU Studio
Class Fees: $275 Class Fee + $25 Admin Fees
Waiver Fees: $25 Volunteer Waiver + $50 Fundraising Waiver
Please review the requirements and policies at the bottom of this page.
Advanced Theatre: Ages 13 – 15
For ages 12-15. In this semi-advanced class, students will combine fun improvisation with serious studio practice: warm-up exercises, writing & memorization, and improvisation. Actors will be fully prepared for an audition for any school, church or community production by year’s end. In the winter, the class will divide into two groups that will have the option to learn a script for a performance or continue to grow their talents with fun exercises, games and practical experience. More information to come once classes have started.
Instructor: Jeremy Plett
Duration: September 20, 2022 – April 25, 2023
Schedule: Every Tuesday | 7:15PM – 8:30PM
No Class Dates: December 20 & 27, January 3 and March 28
Location: SCU Studio
Class Fees: $330 Class Fee + $25 Admin Fees
Waiver Fees: $25 Volunteering Waiver + $50 Fundraising Waiver
Please review the requirements and policies at the bottom of this page.
Young Company
Previous BTC experience required. In the most advanced theatre class, students will work together to be a performing troupe, finding local community opportunities to perform and build their skills. In a typical year, the Young Company enters as a group and students have the chance to enter as a solo performance in the Annual South East Festival.
Instructor: Jeremy Plett
Duration: September 20, 2022 – April 25, 2023
Schedule: Every Tuesday | 8:30PM – 9:30PM
No Class Dates: December 20 & 27, January 3 and March 28
Location: SCU Studio
Class Fees: $200
Please review the requirements and policies at the bottom of this page.
Registration Requirements & Policies
Registration for BTC classes is available in person or over the phone
Payment
What you need to pay:
- BTC Class Fees (See Above)
- $25 Administration Fee charged at the time of registration*
- $50 Fundraising Waiver Cheque**
- $25 Volunteer Waiver Cheque**
- SAC Membership: $15 for Individual Residents | $20 for Individual Non-residents | $30 for Family Resident | $35 for Family Non-Resident
*Admin Fees are non-refundable
**Waiver Cheques and Credit Card Authorization Forms will be destroyed if parents complete the requirements for their volunteering and fundraising.
Accepted Payments Available
- You can pay in full at registration or be on a payment plan. Please call 204.346.1077 so we can assist you.
- Unfulfilled Volunteer and Fundraising Waivers will be charged/cashed at the end of the year. For more info, click here.
- Modes of payment accepted are credit card, debit card, cash, or cheque. E-transfers and direct deposits are not available.
Bursary Requests
SAC aims to break barriers and give every child the opportunity to participate in our programs. To apply for a bursary, please request a form from our office: office@steinbacharts.ca
Forms & Waivers
Refunds & Cancellation Policy