Youth Programs
ECHO YOUTH THEATRE (EYT)
ECHO Youth presents their Spring Showcase
Anastasia the Musical
(Youth Edition)
May 22 - 24, 2026
Book by Terrence McNally
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynne Aherns
Inspired by the Twentieth Cenury Fox Motion Pictures by special arrangement with Buena Vista Theatrical.
From the play by Marcelle Maurette as adapted by
Guy Bolton
Directed by youth, for youth
To get involved check out EYT@echoplayers.ca
SPRING/SUMMER EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Spring Break-a-leg Musical Theatre Camp
March 16 - 20, 2026,
Ages 6-12, no experience necessary
Daily classes in singing, dancing and acting
$200
Camp: March 16th - 20th, 2026,
9.00 am to 3.00 pm daily
at Qualicum Beach School of Dance,
744 Primrose
Performance Friday,
March 20th at 3.00 pm,
at the Village Theatre
For information contact hilary.whelton@echoplayers.ca
28th Annual Summer Youth Theatre Workshop
July 13 - 19, 2026
Introduces students to the magical world of the theatre.
Ages 8 - 14 will learn what it takes to put on a show through teamwork, improv games, and character development, memorization, acting, voice & movement techniques with performances for friends & family on the final day.
Our experienced and encouraging program leaders support students in developing self confidence & creativity while fostering friendships & fun.
$224
Workshop: July 13th-19th, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Saturday
Performances Sunday at 2:00pm & 6:30 pm
at the Village Theatre,
110 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach
For information and registration check out Camps.Crystal@echoplayers.ca
JUMP! Junior Music and Performance
July 20 - 24, 2026
A one week program for ages 6-12.
No experience necessary.
Daily classes in singing, choir,
dancing, acting, and FUN!
$200
Featuring: "Lost in the Library"
July 20 -24, 2026
9:00 am to 3:00 pm daily
Saturday, July 25th - Student Showcase
Dress rehearsal 10:00 am, Performance 1:00 pm
at the Village Theatre
For information contact hilary.whelton@echoplayers.ca
Local teens enjoy mentorship and intense training during this three week program.
Teen Musical Theatre
July 27 - August 16, 2026
A three week program for ages 13-19.
Performance Program: Singing, Acting, Dancing
Technical Program: Lighting, Sound, Scenic Painting, Props
NEW THIS YEAR: Costuming: How to design, source & create the right look for a show
$425
July 27th - August 16th, 2026
10:00 am to 4:00 pm weekdays
INTO THE WOODS JR - PERFORMANCES:
Friday, August 14th & Saturday, August 15th, 7:30 pm
Saturday, August 15th & Sunday, August 16th, 2:00 pm
at the Village Theatre, Qualicum Beach is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
Al authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
For information contact hilary.whelton@echoplayers.ca
2025 TMT’s production of Footloose was a tremendous success, thanks to this talented group of people.
Summer Youth Theatre Workshop: 2025 The Best Little Theatre In Town … Great job everyone!
Grants and Scholarships
More information on the 2026 Performing Arts Scholarship(s) will be posted as it becomes available.
Workshops
Please watch this space for notices about upcoming theatrical workshops and educational opportunities.