Ottawa School of Theatre

ALL AGES FAMILY CLASS SPRING PLAY

"Swan River"

Written by Kate Smith

Presented in partnership with Skeleton Key Theatre

Directed by Caity Smyck

Co-directed by Megan Piercey Monafu

Swan River is an outdoor ambulatory story that invites audiences to piece together clues and help brother and sister duo Pen and Cob unravel the mystery of their town, Swan River. Stepping into the world of the play, audiences will journey through the landscape experiencing theatre, music, visual imagery, and interactive installations. A story about identity, adaptability, and family, Swan River celebrates the extraordinary power that we all have to love one another unconditionally. 

Swan River was created to be presented outdoors near a body of water to highlight the tension that exists between the familiar and the unfamiliar; what humans impose on the environment, and the natural world that they often feel disconnected from.

AUDITIONS: Individual by appointment. Participants register for the All Ages Play through our registration software, and are contacted in January to set audition times. 

GROUP AUDITION: Sunday, January 11th, 2026.

Rehearsals: Thursday evenings and Sunday daytimes from January 15 to June 20, 2026; amount of rehearsal time depends on role, schedules to be announced.

Tech rehearsals and show dates: June 8 - 20, 2026

Participants MUST be available during this period for dress rehearsal and shows.

Fee: $65 for current students and family members of current OST students. (A current student is a student registered in a regular 2024-25 season OST class (excluding All Ages plays))

     $250 for non-current OST students

     $65 for each additional family member of non-current OST students

DEADLINE to register for waitlist: Sunday January 11, 2026 6pm

Registrations received after this date will be considered but will not be guaranteed a role.

If you know, you know - our All Ages Plays are just about the most fun you can have at OST.

Child/Youth/Adult: A great class for families and anyone looking for the full stage experience!

A pre-professional experience culminating in a full stage production. Learn about theatre – character development, stage business, voice, and movement – with a focus on multigenerational collaboration and fun! Great experience for the whole family, and anyone looking for a full rehearsal and show experience.

All who sign up for the All Ages Play by the registration deadline are guaranteed a role. Auditions are held after registration to determine what role each participant is assigned. Some roles are bigger than others, and all roles are important.

PLEASE NOTE : All adults (18+), whether they be volunteers, actors or crew, require a Police Check for the Vulnerable Sector to work the All Ages show. OST will supply a letter to support your application.

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