SUMMER CAMP
Our Summer Camp curriculum has been carefully developed by Erin Newton, who has been an arts educator for the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board for 20 years. Erin is a member of the Ontario College of Teachers and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, a Bachelor of Education, a Certificate in Enterprise Education, Levels 1 and 2 of Trauma-Informed Movement Practice, and an International Baccaularuete theatre certification from the International Schools Theatre Association.
Our heART camp program will create opportunities for campers to explore singing, dancing, acting, visual arts, creative writing, acting- for-film, and hand sewing! We will also have daily outdoor time at the park on our street.
The week will culminate in a film screening and gallery tour of work created thoughout the week!
SPACE IS LIMITED
*A non-refundable $50.00 deposit is due at registration in order to hold your place.
*This deposit will be applied to your summer camp fees.
*Please provide us with notice of withdrawal before June 6th, 2025, in order to receive your deposit back.
*Camp fees are due on the first day of camp, Monday, July 14th, 2025
*Classes will be held both upstairs in Unit 11 at our BIG HEARTS little theatre studio, as well as downstairs in Unit 7 in our wonderful neighbour’s rehearsal space, Xpressions Creative Dance.
Email bigheartslittletheatre@gmail.com for more information
TEEN PERFORMANCE COMPANY
Our Teen Performance Company is composed of actors and technicians who have completed an audition and been cast in our current production.
Rehearsals will be held:
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
Thursdays 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
(September 8th to December 4th, 2025)
Not all members will be required at all rehearsals. A production schedule will be given upon completion of casting. Actors must attend all studio rehearsals and dress/tech rehearsals as per the production schedule. Weekly rehearsals will take place at our studio, Unit 11, 310 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton.
Performances for the public will be held at the Staircase Theatre
KEY DATES
Wednesday & Thursday, November 19th and 20th, 4:30-9:30pm (dress/tech)
Saturday, November, 22nd, 7:00pm show
Sunday, November, 23rd, 7:00pm show
Friday, November 28th 7:00pm show
Saturday, November 29th 5:00 pm show and a 7:00pm show
$300.00 + hst
Paid via e-transfer to bigheartslittletheatre@gmail.com
JUNIOR PERFORMANCE COMPANY
Our JUNIOR PERFORMANCE COMPANY is composed of actors and technicians who have completed an audition and been cast in our current production.
Rehearsals will be held:
Tuesdays 7:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
(September 13th to January, 2026 )
Not all members will be required at all rehearsals. A production schedule will be given upon completion of casting. Actors must attend all studio rehearsals and dress/tech rehearsals as per the production schedule. Weekly rehearsals will take place at our studio, Unit 11, 310 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton.
Performances for the public will be held at the Staircase Theatre
KEY DATES
Wednesday January 21st and 20th, 6:00-9:00pm (dress/tech)
Saturday, January, 22nd, 4:30-9:00 pm (dress/tech)
Friday, January 23rd 7:00 pm show
Saturday, January 24th 7:00 pm show
Sunday, January 25th 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm shows
$500.00 + hst
Paid via e-transfer to bigheartslittletheatre@gmail.com
Email bigheartslittletheatre@gmail.com for more information
TRAINING COMPANY
Our Training Company is composed of theatre artists, ages 14 and older who are keen to hone their craft through weekly lessons in performance technique, movement, and scene work.
Thursdays
7:15 - 8:00 pm Tap Skills for Actors
8:00 - 8:45 pm Broadway Styles
8:45 - 9:30 pm Scene Studies and Script Work
(September 8th - December 4th, 2025)
Students in the Training Company are serious about their pursuit of the performing arts. They take creative risks and develop their technique through weekly lessons. At BIG HEARTS little theatre, we encourage actors to train in as diverse a skill set as possible! Lessons are varied and include elements of Broadway styles, Tap, Scene Studies, Acting, Clown, Theatrical Genres, Script Writing and Analysis. Placements in the Training Company are limited. Interested students should inquire early and must complete an interview process for acceptance into the program.
$100.00 + hst per month
Paid via e-transfer to bigheartslittletheatre@gmail.com
TRIPLE THREAT CLASSES
Our Triple Threat classes are composed of young theatre artists who are keen to hone their craft through weekly lessons in performance technique, movement, characterization, vocals, dance, and scene work.
Students in these classes are excited about furthering their skills in singing, dancing and acting. Drama warm-ups, character work, scene studies, vocal exercises, and broadway dance. This is a busy class and there is always something new to explore. These classes are taught by the fabulous Jody Boston!
Wednesday Evenings
Information on the fall Triple Threat schedule will be uploaded soon
ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER HOURS OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer opportunities are available with BIG HEARTS little theatre. These may include ushering for BIG HEARTS little theatre performances, creating props, set and costumes, advertising, promotions, and community events, and summer camp counselling.