Our programs & classes are top-notch.

reCREATIONal Classes

Our reCREATIONal Program provides children between the ages of 2 and 17 with  weekly skill training classes in Musical Theatre, Acting, Film, & Dance.

There are no auditions and the reCREATIONal Program is OPEN to students that have no experience, as well as the student that has experience and wishes to continue to develop their theatre skills.

All classes culminate in a Final In-Studio presentation that parents and friends are invited to view.

All classes are offered from September to the end of May each year and the schedule adheres to the school year (holiday schedule).

Students may register for a class or classes of their choice up until the end of January each year as long as space still exists within a given class.

Performance Company

Each year The Yellow Door Theatre Project selects via auditions a minimum of 48 young SINGERS, ACTORS and DANCERS between the ages of 10-18 to become participants in our Performance Company.

This program includes weekend rehearsals throughout the school year and students participate in fall & spring performances. In the fall our senior company has their first performance at the First Ontario Performing Arts Centre, while our Junior company has their first performance in-studio. In the spring the senior and junior companies combine for a full company performance (venue TBD).

The Performance Company partners our young performers with industry professionals, both onstage and off. They get hands-on experience working as young performers in a professional environment. 

Rehearsals are typically scheduled on weekends at our rehearsal facility located at 504 Line 2 Rd in Virgil.

Into the Woods Ticket Link

Show info: 24/25 season

See the 2024-25 rehearsal schedule.

Beauty & the Beast Ticket Link

The Goettler Family Film Academy

Our Film Academy is possible due to the generosity of the Goettler Family.

This Academy runs parallel to our Theatre Stream (Stage) by educating students ages 13-17 in live film with curriculum and specialized workshops by film industry professionals. 

From scriptwriting and directing to filming and editing will allow them to participate in life through a medium that has kept them engaged in the world they are a part of. It is in fact, a part of their daily life, and they understand that there is value and power in learning to use it.

This new Yellow Door Theatre Project film stream is the first of its kind in the Niagara Region!


The new Goettler Family Foundation Film Academy will meet the demands of digital age communication and allow expanded reach through public viewings in:
  • A professional movie theatre setting
  • Further showings in high schools & community centres
  • Various film festivals

The Goettler Family Foundation Film Academy will:
  • Encourage creativity
  • Build confidence
  • Foster cultural awareness
  • Develop new skills
  • Nurture a sense of accomplishment
  • Make a significant impact on the teen population in the Niagara Region by giving a voice to their thoughts and feelings through creative expression in film
The initial implementation of the Goettler Family Foundation Film Academy will be a 25 week program over two terms; September-December (10 weeks) and January-May (15 weeks). 

view classes available

Summer Programs

Yellow Door now offers multiple summer camps & programs! 

Summer Camps are available for ages 6-12. These camps take place at our Virgil Studio. 

Our Two Week Summer Intensive Program is available for ages 10-17 and culminates in a live performance at the FOPAC! 

July 1-5, 2024 from 9 am - 4 pm

(drop off 8:30-9/pickup 4-4:30)

This summer, join Yellow Door Theatre Project for our Broadway Bootcamp! This week-long program invites participants to develop and hone their musical theatre performance skills, and learn numbers from favourite Broadway Musicals. Have fun, meet new friends build skills for life and SING AND DANCE! No previous experience necessary.

Campers will also enjoy arts & crafts, outdoor time and various team building games.

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July 22-26, 2024 from 9 am - 4 pm

(drop off 8:30-9/pickup 4-4:30)

Everyone loves a classic Disney showstopper! Participants will sing, act, dance and move, while developing a practical understanding of how big musical numbers are rehearsed and put together. Take part in learning a song from sheet music, practising an acting scene with a partner and find out what skills you need to build a Disney character! Villain or hero? Which one is your favourite? 

Campers will also enjoy arts & crafts, outdoor time and various team building games.

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July 29-Aug 2, 2024 from 9 am - 4 pm

(drop off 8:30-9/pickup 4-4:30)

This camp is designed for those who like to SING! Participants of all musical abilities will work in larger ensembles and small groups to learn favourite pop songs by all our favourite artists. Build vocal production and choral skills, add some experimentation with rhythm instruments and try out your microphone technique. 

The program will also include outdoor time, arts & crafts, and various team building games.

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Announcing our 2025 Summer Intensive Production:
Disney's The Lion King!

When: July 7–18, 2025 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM–4:30 PM)
Performances: July 19, 2025
Where: FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre
Ages: 10–17
Cost: $750

*Please note: in order to fully register, participants must both sign up on DanceStudio Pro AND fill out the following audition form. 

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Audition form

A faculty that razzle dazzles

learn more about our staff

Our award winning faculty is worth shouting from the rooftops for. Every faculty member on staff has worked or is still working in the business - so they know what they're talking about. 

And the best part? Everyone here leads with kindness. Because we believe growth is fostered in a caring and FUN environment.

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