TNB Theatre School Instructors

TNB Theatre School instructors are carefully vetted for experience, qualifications and we require vulnerable sector background checks. Each instructor is provided with school policies, best practices, and guidelines for maintaining a positive learning environment.

Confidentiality & Privacy

We value the confidentiality of your child and family. All information gathered through registration, discussions with instructors, etc. will remain confidential. Information and testimonials gathered for marketing purposes will only be used with written consent. Group photos of your child in rehearsal or performance will only be used for marketing purposes where written consent has been given on the registration form. Parents will be contacted for further permission should we wish to use an individual photo of your child.

Inclusion & Accessibility

The Theatre School is committed to creating an inclusive & diverse community. All are welcome! We ask that guardians inform the Director/Instructor of any access needs your student might have in order to best communicate, learn and take part in our programming. This will allow instructors to ensure a safe and enjoyable theatre school experience. All conversations will remain confidential. The Theatre School has single-occupancy gender-inclusive washrooms.

Instructions:

1. Fill out the online registration form on this page: https://www.tnb.nb.ca/20252026-programs

2. Complete payment (this will be prompted following the form)

3. Await your official confirmation from us!

Registration is based on a first-come-first-served basis.

Class size is limited. Waitlists for each class will be available but do not guarantee a spot.

How to Audition (SMT/SA):

Auditions are required for: Senior Acting & Senior Musical Theatre. Registration forms for these programs will be provided following the audition.

Auditions are booked on a first come, first served basis. A limited number of audition spots are available. After these spots are full, students will be placed on a waiting list.

Auditions are booked in 5 minute time slots. Students are asked to arrive early to complete the registration form.

Audition Requirements:

Musical Theatre students are asked to prepare one short song (a verse and a chorus), any style.

Acting students are asked to prepare one short monologue (1 minute max.).

Please arrive 10 minutes early to complete the registration form. Auditions will be held at the TNB Theatre School, 55 Whiting Road.

TO BOOK: Email us at theatreschool@tnb.nb.ca and include the student's name and class request.

Audition Mission:

Auditions give students the opportunity to grow in confidence and learn how to select and prepare audition material, audition etiquette, and how to conduct themselves in a professional audition setting. It’s also to give new students the opportunity to see the school, meet and work with instructors, and get a general feel for the culture and curriculum of the theatre school before committing to joining.

Through working with each student during their audition time, instructors are able to assess the skills, interests, and learning styles of the incoming students. This allows them to begin selecting material and preparing personalized curricular goals on both a class and individual student basis.

Class Sizes and Wait Lists:

To ensure the highest quality teaching, each class has a strictly enforced class size. We believe these sizes ensure optimal focus and productivity, equal learning and performance opportunities, as well as allow for students to receive personalized programming and guidance from their instructors.

Due to demand for program spots, wait lists typically exist for all program levels. Students will be advised if they have been placed on wait lists. Wait-listed students could be called for enrollment until the third class of the program. A second class may be added if the waitlist for a class becomes long enough to allow us to run a second class.

Tuition Payment

A non-refundable deposit is included in the tuition price, and required to hold a spot in the class. For our single semester classes, full tuition payment is required upon registration. For our full year long programs, payment will be processed in two installments at the beginning of each term in September & January.

Payment is made online following your registration form. Any card type is accepted. If you wish to pay in person you must make an appointment with theatreschool@tnb.nb.ca. Please note: In person we can accept credit, cash or cheque (no debit). 

HST is applicable for all students aged 15 and up and is not included in the fees.

Refund Policy

Single Semester Programs (fall to winter/winter to spring): TNB offers a two-week grace period at the beginning of each program. Students withdrawing during these two weeks will receive a full refund less the $50 non-refundable deposit. After this grace period no refunds will be given.

Full-Year Programs (fall to spring): For the first semester, TNB offers a two-week grace period. Students withdrawing during these two weeks will receive a full refund less the $50 non-refundable deposit. After this grace period no refunds will be given for the first semester. 

Any student withdrawing from the program prior to the commencement of the second term will not be required to pay for the second term if proper notice is communicated. Notice must be given two weeks in advance before the start of the second semester. If a student withdraws following the commencement of the second term no refunds will be given.

Summer Programs: Upon registering, your payment will include a $100 non-refundable deposit. The deadline for a refund, less the deposit, is on the Friday before your camp begins. If you withdraw past this, no refund will be given.

In rare circumstances (serious illness or injury, death in the family, etc.), full or partial credit may be issued at the discretion of the Theatre School staff. Refunds will not be given in the case of students expelled for behaviour or excluded because of repeated absence.

Bursaries

A limited number of bursaries are available for eligible students. To apply for our bursary program, please email theatreschool@tnb.nb.ca with your request, students name and program.

Discounts

TNB Theatre School offers a 25% discount for 3rd siblings.

Students enrolled in 2 or more classes in the same term receive a 15% discount on the second class.

Dress Code

Students are required to wear rehearsal clothing, meaning something they can move around in easily.

Here are our rules and recommendations:

* black jazz shoes or indoor sneakers; outside footwear is not permitted in the studio

* sweat pants, shorts or tights

* Hair should be pulled back off face.

* No dangling jewelry or sharp rings.

* No flip-flops or bare / sock feet

Scent Policy

Students’ work at TNB Theatre School often involves close contact with other students and good personal hygiene is encouraged. We value the health of students and staff and ask all students and instructors to avoid using fragrances or scented personal care products. 

Program Materials

Please bring a binder and a pencil to all rehearsals. All scripts and handouts should be kept in the binder. Also, students enrolled in our summer programs may wish to bring sunscreen, hats and sunglasses.

Labeling Belongings

In an effort to reduce the numerous items which end up in our lost and found, please label the inside of your child’s clothing, backpacks, binders, lunch bags and initial their water bottles.

Meals and Snacks

To ensure the health and safety of all our students, please bring nut-free snacks and meals. The kitchenette cannot accommodate students and is for staff use only. Please send lunches that do not need to be heated. Students wishing to eat meals away from the rehearsal venue are asked to bring written permission from a parent/guardian. In addition, please bring bottled water. TNB supplies a water cooler in the rehearsal hall, but in an effort to be “green” does not keep disposable cups on hand.

Where to find us:

TNB Theatre School is based at 55 Whiting Road, Unit 31 (a 6 minute drive from downtown). GPS Coordinates: Latitude: 45.916226, Longitude: – 66.619235

Directions:

Drive on Lincoln Road as if you are heading to the airport. Turn right on Wilsey Road after Irving. Turn right on Hilton Road. Turn left on Whiting Road. We are located at 55 Whiting Road.

Other venues:

TNB Theatre School uses other venues for productions and occasionally for rehearsals and classes. Changes to the venue will be communicated to parents and students. The three most common alternate venues are:

• The Black Box Theatre, Sir James Dunn Hall, St. Thomas University

• The Fredericton Playhouse, 549 Queen Street.

• The Ville in The Gathering Place 241, 241 Canada St, Fredericton, NB

Attendance Policy

Students are required to attend all rehearsals. Absence from even one rehearsal can have a large impact on the class, rehearsals and the productions. Students repeatedly absent from rehearsal without excuse may not be able to participate in the final presentation and may be dismissed from the Theatre School without warning and without a refund.

TNB Theatre School recognizes that illnesses occur outside of our control. If your student is sick, please keep them home and email the Theatre School Director to notify us of their absence.

TNB Theatre School recognizes there are family, education and other obligations that can occur outside of TNB Theatre School programming. Permission for absence may be accommodated at the discretion of the Theatre School Director in the case of:

• Special family obligations (i.e. funerals, weddings, reunions)

• Select dress rehearsals performances (i.e. large high school productions)

• Educational obligations / opportunities

• Drama Festival and Music Festival

It is not guaranteed that all requests for absence for reasons above can be accommodated. Parents and students are requested to advise the Theatre School Director of any foreseen schedule conflicts at the beginning of term or as soon as they become apparent. Parents are also encouraged to communicate TNB Theatre School commitments to other activity leaders.

Exceptions will not be made for sporting events, birthday parties, other rehearsals, etc.

Drop-Off and Pick-up

We ask that you respect the following drop-off and pick-up times. Drop-off Window: No earlier than 20 minutes prior to the start of class. Pick-up: Immediately at conclusion of program day and no later than 10 minutes after conclusion of class. Our instructors will not leave the building until all students have departed; however, in respect to the company, and our instructors’ other commitments, please pick up your child promptly.

Repeated disregard of the drop-off and pick-up windows without advance notice may affect the consideration of the student from future enrolment.

Class Cancellations

TNB Theatre School reserves the right to cancel the class with the intention of rebooking later. An instructor illness will rarely cause a cancellation as every effort is made to bring in a substitute to cover the class.

In the case of inclement weather, the Theatre School Director will make every effort to make the decision on cancellation the night before and no later than 3 hours in advance of class start time. Cancellation decisions will be communicated via email, through social media (facebook & twitter) and on the TNB website: www.tnb.nb.ca.

Please note: A public school cancellation does not necessarily mean a Theatre School cancellation except in the case of the Wednesday afternoon Junior Musical Theatre program.

Class Changes and Additions

Most programs require additional rehearsals as we approach performance/recording dates. We aim to communicate changes or additions of classes, changes in venue, etc. to parents directly one month in advance and no later than one week. This information will also be made available on the TNB Theatre School Notice Board.

Students are encouraged to:

• Have fun!

• Support each other.

• Have a positive attitude.

• Be on time.

• Be prepared! Students should arrive with the proper materials and in rehearsal clothing by the class start time.

• Listen to instructors.

• Be ready to learn.

Respect for the Space

• TNB Theatre School shares its facilities with the other branches of TNB programming. In order to respect the staff, artists and shared space, students are asked to:

• Maintain quiet and calm on arrival and departure.

• Remove outdoor wear and foot wear upon arrival. Place boots on mats, hang up coats and place bookbags underneath.

• Close the door behind you when entering or leaving the studio space.

• Props tables are for props only. Props are not toys and should be handled only with permission of the instructor. Any props, furniture or set pieces used in class should be returned to the designated areas at the end of class.

• Washrooms are shared by students, staff and artists. Students should not leave any personal items in the washrooms.

Electronic Devices and Wi-Fi

In order to maintain a positive and focused learning environment cell phones, personal music players, cameras or other electronic devices must be put away and silenced during class time.

Theatre New Brunswick maintains a password-protected wireless network for staff use only. For their protection students will not be given the password to access this network.

Expulsion or Suspension

TNB Theatre School prides itself on maintaining a safe, positive and respectful environment. TNB Theatre School reserves the right to expel or suspend any student whose behavior is counter to these standards. Grounds for expulsion or suspension include, but are not limited to, physical or verbal abuse or willful damage of TNB property. In the case of a behavior-related expulsion no refunds will be given.

Communications with Parents

TNB Theatre School maintains ongoing, regular communication regarding our programs. On the first day of class, parents and students will receive a schedule of all dates for the entire program. Schedules for additional rehearsals, sectional rehearsals for upper levels and production schedules will be provided closer to production with as much notice as possible. We aim for one month in advance with the final schedule available no later than one week prior to the rehearsal period in question.

Parents seeking progress updates on their child or wishing to express questions or concerns are encouraged to contact the Theatre School Director at tsinstructor@tnb.nb.ca.

TNB Theatre School students in professional work

As a training program for young artists, TNB Theatre School students occasionally have the opportunity to audition for professional work. In these cases the Director of the Theatre School will recommend students for auditions in consultation with the project producer and / or director. Students are invited to audition based on appropriateness for specific roles and demands of the specific project. If a student is not selected for an audition it is not a reflection on the student’s ability or talent nor does it preclude them from consideration for future opportunities.