General Information - 2011/2012
THE OTTAWA SCHOOL OF SPEECH & DRAMA (OSSD)
and
THE OTTAWA THEATRE SCHOOL (OTS)
Creating theatre in Ottawa.
Since 1988, Ottawa School of Speech and Drama (OSSD) has carved out a unique place for itself in the Ottawa arts community. It has become a creative hub for dynamic theatre artists to work with students of all ages and backgrounds.
OSSD was founded on the belief that all people can benefit from arts education and drama training. Drama education gives people an opportunity to develop self-confidence, to think laterally, and to become creative problem solvers. It makes people physically active, improves literacy and helps people to better articulate their thoughts and emotions. Through theatrical experiences, our students develop a sense of community, collaboration and empathy.
The school also houses the OTTAWA THEATRE SCHOOL (OTS). The OTS Program is an intensive, three-year program for post secondary students interested in a professional career in acting. The Ottawa Theatre School (OTS) is registered as a private career college under the Private Career Colleges Act 2005. Upon completion of the program students receive a diploma.
Actors, dancers find a place at OSSD where they can share their passion for their craft with the generation of tomorrow, while still pursuing a career in the field. For a complete list of our instructors, please click here.
Important Dates
COURSES FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Semester One: Thursday September 15, 2011 – Monday December 12, 2011
Semester Two: Saturday January 7, 2012 – Monday April 23, 2012
Semester Three: Saturday May 5, 2012 – Sunday June 17, 2012
Please note: Production and Trinity courses have various end dates determined by performance and exam dates.
March Break and Summer Camp:
OSSD offers a range of specialty camps and workshops during March Break and throughout the Summer.
March Break 2012: March 12, 2012 – March 16, 2012
Summer Camp 2012: July 3, 2012 – August 31, 2012
Trinity
Trinity Exam Week: Trinity exams usually take place in the third week of May. Confirmation of dates is in the spring.
Open House Week
Semester One: Tuesday December 6 – Monday December 12, 2011
Semester Two: Tuesday April 17 – Monday April 32, 2012
Trinity Open House Week: Saturday May 14 – Friday May 20, 20112
COURSES FOR ADULTS
FALL – Monday September 19, 2011 – Monday November 28, 2011
WINTER – Monday January 16, 2012 – Monday April 2, 2012
SPRING – Tuesday April 10, 2012 – Monday June 25, 2012
SUMMER – Tuesday July 3, 2012 – Thursday August 9, 2012
CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS
There are no classes on:
Labour Day – Monday September 5, 2011
Thanksgiving – Friday October 7, 2011 – Monday October 10, 2011
Office Closed – Tuesday December 20, 2011 – Tuesday January 3, 2012
Family Day – Monday February 20, 2012
March Break – Saturday March 10, 2012 – Friday March 16, 2012
Easter – Friday April 6, 2012 – Monday April 9, 2012
Victoria Day – Saturday May 19, 2012 to Monday May 21, 2012
Canada Day – Sunday July 1, 2012 – Monday is the holiday
Civic Holiday – Monday August 6, 2012
EVENTS
Open House – Saturday September 10, 2011
Culture Days – October 1, 2011
Writers Room – Saturday March 31, 2012
Awards Night – June 19, 2012
Trinity College Affiliation
AFFILIATION WITH TRINITY COLLEGE, ENGLAND
The Ottawa School of Speech & Drama is the area representative for Trinity Guildhall, London. Through affiliation with Trinity, our students have access to a curriculum and accreditation that is recognized in over 50 countries world wide. Exams with an accredited examiner from England take place annually in May. For more information about Trinity please call the office or visit Trinity's web site at www.trinitycollege.co.uk