North York Arts' Second Act: ESL Theatre Program
Looking for a creative way to practice your English?
Second Act is a series of 8 FREE theatre-focused workshops for youth ages 14 to 19 to feel more comfortable and confident in their speaking abilities. You'll practice through storytelling, improv, public speaking, and more!
The program will be held on the following upcoming dates from 5:00pm-7:30pm:
October 7, 21 and 28
November 4, 11 and 18
We strongly recommend that you attend all of the workshops to get the most out of the program. Plus, you will receive a participation certificate if you attend a minimum of 7 workshops!
Second Act is led in English and is ideal for those with basic to intermediate English communication skills. TTC fare and snack will be provided.
Sign up now as spots are limited!
WORKSHOPS:
October 7 and 21
Improv with Isaac Luy
Improv is a great way to take risks and to improve interpersonal and speaking skills. During these workshops, we'll focus on some physical comedy games that get your body moving and your creative juices flowing. We will do exercises that aim to get you feeling confident and into a state of play. Come learn how fun improv can be!
October 28 and November 4
Public Speaking with Stephan Dyer and Juan Cajiao
Are you looking to overcome your fear of public speaking? Join us and let's have fun with Improvisation and Stand Up Comedy. We will use humor as the primary tool in order to become persuasive speakers, improve stage presence, and develop self-confidence. We will also talk about how to embrace your accents and roots through the 'mistakes are opportunities' mentality.
November 11
TBD
November 18
Conversation with Maria Montejo
A conversation with Maria Montejo (Deer clan) about the land that we stand on and our responsibilities as newcomers to the land and to the original keepers of this land.