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SNEAK PEAK AT THE SHAGANAPPI LIBRARY

cyptyyc — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:29:41 +0000

CYPT’s storytelling troupe is performing at the Calgary International Children’s Festival next week; MAY 22-26, 2012 on the Outdoor Site. Join us for an afternoon of imagination, laughter and fun as our cast of youth ages 11-14 tell tales of old and new!

Join us for a preview of their show on SATURDAY MAY 19, 2012 at 2pm at the Shaganappi Calgary Public Library (3415 8 Avenue SW- by Westbrook Mall)

This troupe has been working hard since March collecting, collaborating and creating stories to be performed for audiences of all ages. Starring Zac, Tashi, Sophia, Robert, Raeleigh, Kyle, Kassidy, Easton, Cordell and Brittany!

Both these events are FREE to the Public. Suitable for all ages.

For more information about the Children’s Festival visit www.calgarychildfest.org

Antigone Auditions Now Open!

cyptyyc — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:16:52 +0000

Here it is! The news you’ve been waiting to hear!

Auditions for CYPT’s summer conservatory presentation of Antigone, Directed by Anton de Groot are now open!

Call (403) 230-2664 or email (cypt@cypt.ca) now to book a ten minute audition slot on Tuesday, June 5^th or Thursday, June 7^th, 2012 from 5pm to 9pm. Auditions will be held at the CYPT office, in the Unitarian Church of Calgary, 204 16^th Ave NW.

Please come with a two minute monologue prepared, as well as a short resume.

Antigone, CYPT's upcomming summer conservatory performance! Auditions open now!

Antigone, a brave and proud young woman, defies Creon, King of Thebes, when she buries the body of her beloved brother who had led a rebellion against the city.
She is brought forward to face her judgement with unshakeable courage in the face of tyranny. Sophocles’ Antigone is a story of tragic beauty, pride and power.
This classic tragedy explores the conflict between fate and destiny on one hand and free will on the other. Which will dominate in the end?

Rehearsals run July 23-August 3 at the Impro Depot, with tech and performances at Lunchbox Theatre August 7-12!

Children’s Arts Tax Credit

cyptyyc — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:41:58 +0000

Take a look at this link for more information about the Children’s Arts Tax Credit.

Classes, camps and production opportunities at Calgary Young People’s Theatre are eligible programs for the tax credit.

http://www.budget.gc.ca/2011/themes/theme1-eng.html

SEASON 20: RETRO

cyptyyc — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 22:38:52 +0000

This past weekend, Calgary Young People’s Theatre celebrated their 20th Anniversary with a bash at the Inglewood Community Association. The celebration featured staged readings from the shows for the upcoming season, along with performances by the Zombie Sailor Moon Band and guests, followed by some epic dancing. CYPT would like to thank everyone who came out to support and celebrate. We had a blast and hope that you did too!

AND NOW OUR LINE-UP FOR SEASON 20 RETRO
(for more info about the season – just click PLAYS up there in the menu bar!)

This year marks the 20^th Anniversary of Calgary Young People’s Theatre and we are travelling back in time to celebrate the classics. We are so very pleased to present a line-up of productions we are calling RETRO! For our season we have commissioned local playwrights to adapt classic stories for the stage.

ANTIGONE by Sophocles at the Lunchbox Theatre August 9-12, 2012

KIDPROV at the 5th Annual Calgary International Improv Festival at the Engineered Air Theatre September 27, 2012

STORY THEATRE: Canadian Road Trip at various Calgary Public Libraries November 4-18, 2012

THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO by Alexander Dumas, adapted for the stage by Gillian Pinckney at the Vertigo Studio Dec 5-9, 2012

A LITTLE PRINCESS by Frances Hodgson Burnett, adapted for the stage by Jamie Dunsdon at the Vertigo Studio Feb 6-10, 2013

Check back often for audition updates.

Come take a walk back in time with us this season.

Summer Camp Registration Now ONLINE!

cyptyyc — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:48:34 +0000

We at CYPT are so excited to announce our 2012 Summer Camps: A Dramatic Blast from the Ancient Past! For all the info and to REGISTER for this summer, click CAMPS & CLASSES above, and then SUMMER! (if you’re not seeing that link, then click here!)

SUMMER CAMPS COMING YOUR WAY

cyptyyc — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:05:23 +0000

Check back ~~March 5, 2012~~ RIGHT NOW to register for our 20th Annual Summer Drama Camps!

Come Back in Time with CYPT to the year 1992!

cyptyyc — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:02:09 +0000

Calgary Young People’s Theatre was born in the year 1992. Twenty years ago! Amazing! All of our current students at CYPT were not even around in that year! So we are inviting you to come back in time with us on SATURDAY MARCH 10, 2012 to re-live all that was great about 1992 and to celebrate the life of CYPT so far and what is to come.

The theme for the evening is PROM 1992 and the Inglewood Community Association (1740 24 Ave SE) will be transformed to fit the theme. Dig through your closets, or hit up value village to find your PROM attire. Prizes will be awarded for the BEST COSTUMES.

Doors open at 7:00pm, followed by the show at 8:00pm including staged readings from the upcoming season of productions and performances by the Zombie Sailor Moon Band with guest vocalists. Stick around after the show for an evening of dancing to hits from the 90s.

There will be an appetizer spread, toonie bar, a prom photo booth, costume competition and much more!

Tickets are $20.00 per person.

SPECIAL FAMILY OFFER: By 2 tickets at regular price ($20.00) and any subsequent tickets are $10.00 each.

All proceeds go towards programming at Calgary Young People`s Theatre.

Space is limited so call 403-230-2664 to book your tickets TODAY!

EXTRA EXTRA! Final Edition of Daily Mischief a Smashing Success All Around

cyptyyc — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:22:01 +0000

The third instalment of the Daily Mischief Trilogy by Jason Long came to a close on Monday February 20, 2012 to an uproarious and supportive crowd. A huge congratulations to all who were involved in this hilarious and touching production. To Jason Long, for writing an amazing series packed full of wonderfully quirky characters. To Mat Mailandt for putting his heart and soul into directing the production. To Gillian for being there every step of the way, dedicated as ever. To Tonisha for running the behind the scenes. To the design team, Jed, Laura, Michael and Kristin for making the show look and sound fantastic. AND ESPECIALLY TO THE STARS OF THE SHOW: Dana, Jordan, Kieran, Aurora, Breanne, Katie, Nicole, Myles, Browyn, Curtis, Robert, Lexi, Melina and Shayan; congratulations on on a job well done.

During the production Daily Mischief: Golden Summer, we raised $470.00 in 50/50 sales that goes towards our bursary program. A big thanks to everyone who donated, especially to Pia Lohfink, Carol Sterenberg, Deidre Morton-Spaan and Bob Kyle who donated their 50/50 winnings back to our project.

The CYPT iTimes

cyptyyc — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 19:33:11 +0000

Follow the CYPT blog as Mat Mailandt – director of Daily Mischief: Golden Summer – brings you into the process as he and a dynamic crew of young performers bring together the final chapter in the Daily Mischief… Saga? Chronicles? Epic? Not sure which name we should use; as long as it means a great story, it will fit! That Good reading is found here (and a blog button to come above soon enough!)

CYPT.ca is Under Renovation!

cyptyyc — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:55:50 +0000

Hi.

You might have noticed that CYPT.ca looks a bit different.We are working to renovate the site, making it easier to navigate and look much better! You might find not everything is quite in it’s right place, but don’t worry! It will be soon enough! If there is info you need, please don’t hesitate to email us!