Modern Times is committed to youth outreach and educational programming. We speak directly to youth through risk-taking, culturally diverse theatre that reflects their experiences and interests. Our work explores universal themes and challenges students to ask questions, formulate opinions and discuss ideas. To find out more about the company please click our downloadable company brochure.

AN INNOVATIVE PLAYWRIGHT

Seen in its historical context, Waiting for Godot marks a radical shift in the arts, politics, dramatic literature and social conscience of the 20th century. Waiting for Godot will activate your students’ imaginations, creativity and interest in core curriculum;

• Theatre - Philosophy

• English - Popular Culture/Media Studies

• History - Visual Arts

To come to a performance, please refer to our performance schedule. School matinees are March 4^th & March 18^th at 1pm, although school groups are welcome to attend any performance at the student rate of $12/ticket. One complimentary ticket for a teacher or supervisor is provided for every 15 students.

Join us after the show:

Groups are welcome to stay for a talkback session with the cast that follows school matinees on March 4^th and March 18^th.

Join us online:

An extensive study guide with contributions from the creative team is now available (click image at right). Your students can also access our production blog (click the icon below) to learn what’s happening behind the scenes and discuss the show with students from across the GTA who attend the performance.

Members of the Modern Times company will visit your classroom before or after the show to lead discussion and activities, as well answer questions about the production. Waiting for Godot plays at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts in Toronto’s Distillery District. (getting to the theatre) The area is a heritage site that provides additional opportunities for students interested in visual arts, architecture and history.

ORDERING TICKETS

This price is available for School Matinees on March 4^th & 18^th as well as all other performances when booked by teachers for their students. To book tickets, please download and send in our convenient order form.

CONTACT

To learn more about our youth programming, please contact Sue Balint, Director of Development at 416-214-1428.