Ordinary Magic
Theatre For Young Players
Ordinary Magic is dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for youth through play productions and theatre workshops. Our programs are designed to help youth inspire creativity, build confidence, foster a relationship with the performing arts, and most of all - have lots of fun! Programs are offered for three different age groups, which you can learn more about below.
Thank You
to our Season Sponsors
Production Sponsors
DAER & MCMANUS
REAL ESTATE GROUP
GODERICH KINSMEN
GODERICH LEGION
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
Productions for our three age groups will be performing on the Livery stage this March and April 2026. Our first three groups perform on March 26, 27, 28 & 29 2026. While our two older groups perform together on April 23, 24, 25 & 26 2026. See details below:
THREE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTED BACK TO BACK:
THE ENVIRONMENTAL SHOW (Ages 5 - 8)
Written by Ron Fink & John Heath
Directed by Heather Dawe
A BUNCH OF MUNSCH (Ages 9 - 12)
Written by Robert Munsch
Adapted by Duncan McGregor
Directed by Jacqui Knap
Music Director Heather Dawe
DRAGONSONG (Ages 9 - 12)
Written by Irene Elliot
Based on the novel by Anne McCaffery
Directed by Jennifer Cousteils
SHOW DATES:
March 26, 27, 28 & 29 2026
Tickets available on February 26th
TWO PRODUCTIONS PRESENTED BACK TO BACK:
THE LOTTERY (Ages 13 - 18)
Written by Brainerd Duffield
Adapted from the short story by Shirley Jackson
Directed by Lisa Justine Gill
PETER PAN (Ages 13 - 18)
Written by Fiona Sauder & Reanne Spitzer
Adapted from the novel by J. M Barrie
Music by Landon Doak
Directed by David Armour
SHOW DATES:
April 23, 24, 25 & 26 2026
Tickets available on March 30th
Act I
Ages 5 - 8
Act I is all about having a fun while learning the most foundational skills in theatre. With a focus on playfulness, kindness, and cooperation, players will have the opportunity to learn valuable skills and create something wonderful.
Act II
Ages 9 - 12
Act II builds upon the foundation laid in Act I, with a focus on developing more advanced theatre skills. Players will develop balance and flexibility, clear articulation, improvisation skills and more, all while being a part of an exciting collaborative project.​
Act III
Ages 13 - 18
Act III focuses on all of the above skills, while ​​honing advanced theatre skills like character building, voice building, advanced roleplay. Players will have the opportunity to learn about all of the important jobs in a theatre crew - from the stage to the tech booth to the green room.