Learn and Discover Theatre
Experiences allowing young people to discover theatre and nurture their creativity
ÉCOLE DE THÉÂTRE
Play, create and thrive in French
Our École de théâtre gives aspiring artists ages 7 to 15 the opportunity to develop their talents and experience theatre en français. Working with professional artists, young people explore performance, creativity and the stage in French. The year culminates in the creation and presentation of a show at the Studio Ian C. Nelson.
- Junior: 10 AM to 11 AM – Sign up here – Pay online
- Senior: 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM – Sign up here – Pay online
From October to May, with rehearsals, intensive days and a final performance.
Important Dates
Your child must be present:
- All classes in April
- May 1 and 2, 2027. May 1 is the technical rehearsal day and will be longer than the other days.
- The double weekends of April 17-18 and April 24-25 are mandatory and also tend to involve longer days.
Registration is open until all spots are filled.
School Matinees
French-language shows for schools
La Troupe du Jour invites schools in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan to introduce their students to Francophone theatre through its school matinees. An opportunity to experience theatre in French, stimulate the imagination and discuss the works presented.
Reduced rates are offered to school groups. To find out about available shows, dates and booking procedures, contact the school program coordinator.
Prendre soin de Mom
Recommended age: 8 and up
Monday, November 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Log in
Recommended age: 13 and up
Friday, November 27, 2026, at 12:30 PM
Petite Ondine
Recommended age: 6 and up
Thursday, January 7, 2027, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Friday, January 8, 2027, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Tsunami
Recommended age: 13 and up
Wednesday, February 24, 2027, at 1:00 PM
Thursday, February 25, 2027, at 1:00 PM
School Workshops
Play, create and thrive in French
La Troupe du Jour offers workshops for elementary and secondary school students with the goal of introducing the dramatic arts to these artists of tomorrow.
On the program:
- Theatre
- Improvisation
- Character voices
- Collective creation
- Playwriting
- Puppetry
- And more!
We can also support schools in the creation and presentation of their shows.
To book a workshop, contact the school program coordinator.
Bookings and Inquiries
Get in touch with us!
Jonathon Pickrell
School Program Coordinator