Freddy the Detective is on the case…

October 10, 2025

Freddy the Detective at Shenkman Arts Centre

Sunday, October 19 at 2:30 pm, in the Richcraft Theatre of Shenkman Arts Centre.

Freddy the Pig wants to be a detective, but the mysteries are piling up. Who stole the toy train? Where’s the missing rabbit? How do you lock up a misbehaving fly? Luckily friends like Jinx, a cat, Mrs. Wiggins, a cow, and Mrs. Webb, a spider, can help.

Our new show, based on a series of books by Walter R. Brooks, is animated with puppets, masks, music and dance. We’re thrilled to have dancer Robin Treleaven and violinist Reiko Lokker join us for this project.

Look for us in the Richcraft Theatre of Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans. We can’t wait to see you there.

Reserve your free tickets here.

This event is supported by a grant from Shenkman Arts Centre’s ARTicipate Endowment Fund.

The School of Dance

August 31, 2025

Dance Delightful

Wow! We had so much fun directing two new projects at The School of Dance this summer: The Paper Dolls and Once Upon a Time … The End.

We got to play drama games, work with amazing TSOD staff like choreographer Nicola Fridgen, and hang out with a lot of fun and fabulous kids. To quote Bob Dylan, “May you stay forever young!”

Shakespeare Summer Camp

August 31, 2025

The Winter's Tale

A wonderful Winter’s Tale Summer!

We’re loving these comments about this year’s Shakespeare Camp production of The Winter’s Tale! The three-week camp for teens, outdoors at the beautiful Billings Estate Museum, was a great success. Thanks to our wonderful staff, Rosemary Nolan, RJ Mayo, David da Costa, Jacob Paul, and Katia Chabanyuk—and thanks to all of you who took the time to write these notes.

“I love camp. It is so much fun, and everyone loves and supports each other. My camp friends have become part of my family. Camp staff are amazing too! I’m definitely coming back next year!!!”

“My daughter had an incredible experience at your Shakespeare theatre camp this year. The staff and fellow campers made her feel welcome, valued, and capable—and the impact has been amazing. Her self-confidence truly soared during her time at camp, and she came home each day more enthusiastic and proud of what she was learning and creating. Thank you for creating such a meaningful and supportive space for young performers.”

“My favourite part of camp was meeting new people and making new friends.”

“I really like this camp and will be returning next year. I loved everything and will never forget it. Everyone is amazing and nice.”

“Amazing results with a program that is affirming of all participants.”

“Best production yet. Very smooth. Lots of talent. Loved the humour and the drama. Great acting.”