DURHAM REGION THEATRE TRAINING
Enriching arts and culture in Durham Region through quality theatre training.
The Travelling Stage Studio offers exceptional theatre training in Durham Region, dedicated to nurturing community connections, building self-confidence, and inspiring a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.
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Fostering Arts Engagement: The Evolution of The Travelling Stage Studio in Durham Region
Since its founding in 2017, The Travelling Stage Studio has been dedicated to expanding access to the performing arts for young people in our community. What began as a local initiative has grown into a vibrant, full-scale studio theatre training program that now serves performers of all ages and abilities across Durham Region. Through inclusive programming and a commitment to artistic excellence, we continue to inspire creativity, confidence, and community through the performing arts.
The Power of Presence: The Travelling Stage Studio’s Fully Inclusive Theatre Training
At The Travelling Stage Studio, we believe that true performance comes from heart, courage, and connection. Our inclusive theatre training celebrates every voice and empowers each participant to take up space with confidence and authenticity.
- Develops Strong, Expressive Performance Skills
- Encourages Confidence and Self-Expression
- Builds Kindness and Community
- Nurtures Heart and Authenticity
- Inspires Courage and Belonging
At The Travelling Stage Studio, we believe that success begins with heart, courage and community. Our students don’t just learn to perform. They learn to take up space with confidence, express themselves with authenticity, and support one another with kindness. This past year, every student who auditioned for drama and vocal regional arts programs was accepted, a testament to their dedication, preparation, and the strength of our inclusive training. Our students stand out for their preparation, strong choices, and excellent theatre etiquette.
Many of our Durham Region performers have carried their talents beyond the studio, appearing on professional stages (including Mirvish productions) as well as in television, film, and commercials.
Most importantly, our students bring the lessons of theatre into every part of their lives: leading with empathy, building self-esteem, and finding their voice both on and off the stage.
“Don’t listen to anyone who doesn’t know how to dream.”
— Liza Minnelli, American actress, singer, dancer and choreographer
What our Families and Participants Say
An absolutely phenomenal program! The entire Travelling Stage team creates a welcoming and supportive environment. The team doesn’t just teach performance—they nurture confidence, self-expression, and emotional growth. It’s clear they care deeply about each child’s experience, and the positive impact on kids’ mental health is undeniable. A truly special place doing important work in the community!
My 11-year-old daughter recently had the absolute pleasure of being part of The Little Mermaid Jr. production with The Travelling Stage Studio in the Durham Region—and what an incredible experience it was!
From start to finish, the program was professional, engaging, and so much fun. The production value was impressively high, and it was clear how much care and passion the team put into making it a magical experience for the kids. Not only did my daughter grow in confidence and skill in theatre, dance, and singing, but she also made new friends and looked forward to every rehearsal.
We were so impressed, we’ve already signed up for their next production. I would highly recommend The Travelling Stage Studio to any parent looking to give their child a joyful, creative, and memorable experience.
Bravo to the entire team!
The Summer 2025 Theatre Camp was my daughter's first experience with The Travelling Stage. She had a wonderful time and made many new friends. The teachers inspired her to find her voice, and every day she came home happy. Thank you, Toni, Elizabeth and Christina.
The success of their first summer production is a true testament to the talent and professionalism that The Travelling Stage brings to the community. To take a large group of children and produce a spectacular musical in only 10 rehearsal days was incredibly impressive. My AUDHD kiddo went from very apprehensive the first day to absolutely in love with theatre a day later. Even though kiddo had no acting experience, they made them feel welcomed and allowed them to show their personality on stage. We are now signing up for a second production.
Having participated in multiple production programs with the Travelling Stage over the years, my daughter was keen to sign up for their first summer intensive. What a great experience! In her own words: This camp was so much fun to do! It was organized very well, using a specific calendar to make sure everything was done in time. I made very strong bonds with other people in the camp and I cannot wait for next year!!
Another amazing Travelling Stage experience for our daughter—this time, with some of her friends! We're so grateful for the experiences and memories our daughter is gaining through The Travelling Stage!
My daughter had a fabulous time at their summer camp this year. She made new friendships, boosted her confidence, and had a lot of fun. The teachers were absolutely amazing and highly talented. The final performance was truly outstanding! Highly recommend The Travelling Stage!
All of the people were so nice and including! The experience is something I appreciate and will never forget!!
My kids have been part of The Travelling Stage for a couple of years now, and they love it. As parents, we love it as well and are so happy to see all the kids get an opportunity to shine. Some want to be front and centre, and some are just happy to be there—and at The Travelling Stage, there is room for all. Thank you to everyone working behind the scenes to make the productions so wonderful. We’ve truly had an amazing time being part of The Travelling Stage. See you next year!
Thank you to the wonderful people who put these productions together. Both my girls—one being extremely shy—came out of their shells. They had so much fun and looked forward to each week when they got to go to their class. I highly recommend The Travelling Stage if your child is interested in acting, singing, or dancing—but most importantly, if you want your child to gain this beautiful confidence. The staff is easygoing and great to deal with. They truly make the kids a priority and ensure each child feels special, regardless of their role in the production. Happy to be going back!
The experience our daughter had was amazing and the leadership was outstanding. We cant be more happy and grateful towards the Travelling Stage for this opportunity.
The Travelling Stage has been an amazing experience for our kids over the past few years. They've both come out of their shells, are more confident “taking up space” (in the words of Toni!), and have made some friends along the way. If you're considering signing your kids up, you should 100% do so—you won't regret it!
My child participated in her first stage performance at 7 years old and thrived under the creative direction of The Travelling Stage staff. It took a lot of hard work from many people to get to performance week—and they knocked it out of the park. It’s a very worthwhile investment in your child to see them shine on stage.
Our 6-year-old became a whole new kid over the course of her first year with TTS. For a child who started the season saying she didn’t want any lines to ending with about six—that was huge! The creative team was always so welcoming, encouraging, and confidence-building that I watched our shy girl come into her own. Her reaction after finishing the first show—a combination of tears, laughs, and pride—was more than I could have asked for. She’s so excited to join again next year and says she wants even more speaking opportunities. The sets, production, and costumes were more elevated than I expected for a young person’s performance. I had heard great things about Toni and the team leading into the season, and now I know how accurate they all were.
Our experience with The Traveling Stage has been outstanding. The care and love for our child by every adult involved. The atmosphere is positive and encouraging. The students are encouraged to be their best and do their best because they are believed in, and as a result they rise to the expectation. Our child loved going and is disappointed it is over now that they final performance is over.
Amazing experience for our kids every time. The confidence that theatre helps kids develop is an incredible life skill. Highly recommend.
We are so incredibly thankful to The Travelling Stage. Our daughter (10 years old) joined this year and absolutely loved every second of it! From the first rehearsal to the final performance, the amount of growth we saw in her was nothing short of magical. She gained a ton of confidence, made a bunch of new friends, and had the time of her life on that stage! To top it off, we were blown away by the calibre of the performance the kids put on (as were our friends and family). It far exceeded our expectations! I can't say enough good things about this amazing company and the inclusive, inspiring community surrounding it. Thank you, Toni, Christina, and team!
Thank you for this wonderful opportunity...you have an amazing, amazing program. Julia loves this program and what it does for her self-confidence is indescribable.
This theatre family with a welcoming, inclusive environment and friendships have brought out the confidence and passions in our kids. Thank you so much for all you do!
Thank you so much for giving our kids such confidence and a group of friends they can call family.
A quick note to say thank you so much for investing your time and energy into the Show Choir this year. It was such a FUN show to watch! Julia loved being part of it and had so much fun during the performances. We are so grateful to have found the Travelling Stage and everything it is bringing out of Julia! Please pass our thanks and congratulations along to everyone who helped bring this show to life. See you at summer camp!
Today was wonderful! Britney truly enjoyed herself. I really hope the show choir program is offered again!! Such a great experience for these awesome kids!!
The Travelling Stage Studio is Inclusive! At The Travelling Stage Studio, everyone belongs.
Auditions are not required to join our theatre training program. Many of our students start out feeling anxious about performing – but by the end of the season, they’re on stage, radiating confidence and embracing their authentic selves.
Our inclusive theatre training meets each performer where they are, nurturing creativity, growth, and self-assurance. That’s how we help our Durham Region students step into their own light and shine.
We’re honoured to be recognized as a top finalist for the 2025 Whitby Chamber of Commerce IDEA Award, celebrating our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility within the community.
Beyond our Durham Region studio program, we partner with organizations such as Girl Guides of Canada, YMCA, BGC, Jays Care Foundation, Mirvish Productions and many school boards to enrich school curriculum and boost self-confidence through dance, drama and music education.
For us, arts education isn’t just about training future performers. It’s about helping young people discover who they are —to make bold choices, take up space with confidence, and grow into compassionate, creative individuals who carry the spirit of theatre into everything they do. This past year alone, our programs reached over 5 million students across Canada, helping each one discover the power of their own voice.
The Travelling Stage Studio in Residence at the Abilities Centre in Whitby
The Travelling Stage Studio is proud to call the Abilities Centre in Whitby home. Located upstairs in a state-of-the-art, fully accessible facility, our studio provides an inclusive and inspiring environment where performers of all ages and abilities can explore their creativity, build confidence, and connect through the performing arts.
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Capturing moments of creative expression: Our stage in frames
