The Theatre Production Arts Certificate was created to encourage students to become knowledgeable in many facets of the theatre production world. To complete this program, participants take five one-week courses during our summer 2026 program. For more information, click here.
See below for the list of eligible summer courses. You will choose your five courses during checkout. (Note that students must enroll in both makeup workshops for said workshops to count toward the TPA certificate.)
$3,000 ($600 per class. Each additional workshop will have the same discounted rate.)
$3,000.00
Workshop Description
The Theatre Production Arts Certificate was created to encourage students to become knowledgeable in many facets of the theatre production world. To complete this program, participants take five one-week courses during our 2026 summer program. Spots for Theatre Productions Arts students are limited, so please sign up early. Upon completion of five courses, participants will earn an Off the Wall Theatre Production Arts certificate.
Through this program, students will receive comprehensive skills training, a significant reduction in course fees, the eligibility to apply for the Desmond Heeley Scholarship, and more!
Key Information
- The low student-to-teacher ratio ensures instruction is geared to each participant’s skill level and experience.
- Eligible courses in 2026: any of the summer courses (listed below) that have space at the time of your registration.
- Note that students must enroll in both makeup workshops for said workshops to count toward the TPA certificate.
- You will choose your five courses during checkout.
THEATRE PRODUCTION ARTS CERTIFICATE COURSES
See below for a complete list of TPAC courses.
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Artistic Welding Workshop
$725.00 June 23-26, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Clarke EllisThis workshop introduces the basic skills of artistic welding. Students leave with original metal artwork and the knowledge and confidence to expand their creativity further outside the classroom.
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Artistic Welding for High School Seniors
$550.00 June 29-July 02, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Instructor: Clarke EllisThis creative, project-based workshop is designed for high school students 16 years and over. It introduces the basic skills of artistic welding. Students leave with original metal artwork and the knowledge and confidence to expand their creativity further outside the classroom.
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Theatrical Carpentry for Beginners
Price range: $550.00 through $700.00 July 06-10, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Sam ClaveauPractice a variety of techniques used by scenic carpenters during this introductory, one-week workshop.
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Stage Makeup & Gore Galore
$350.00 July 14-15, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Georgia SteelThis intensive workshop will equip you with the skills and knowledge to create a wide range of makeup looks, from everyday stage makeup to realistic special effects such as gore and special FX techniques.
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Specialty Makeup
$350.00 July 16-17, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Georgia SteelDive headfirst into the captivating world of specialty makeup! This immersive workshop offers hands-on experience with a wide range of techniques and materials, empowering you to transform any face or body into a work of art.
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Costume Design Workshop
$700.00 July 20-24, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Michelle BohnGain an understanding of the principles of design and learn how costume defines and supports character during this intensive, one-week introductory course.
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Set Design Workshop
$700.00 July 27-31, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Michelle BohnSet Design is a practical workshop for those with limited experience in theatrical design. It is ideal for theatre directors, actors, teachers and community theatre volunteers.
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Puppet Making
$700.00 August 3-7, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Alexa FraserLearn how to build an intermediate tabletop rod puppet and practice the basics of puppeteering in this five-day workshop.
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Scenic Painting For Theatre
$700.00August 3 to 7, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Thomas Lappano
Discover techniques and methods used by generations of theatrical scenic artists during this one-week intensive course.
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Scenic Art Drops & Murals
$700.00 August 10 to 14, 2026 (9 AM - 4 PM) | Instructor: Thomas LappanoCreate a large-scale theatrical drop, taking a design image from the page to the stage – from layout to a painted drop.
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Prop Making Basics
$700.00 Augus 10-14, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Emily DyckIf you have to build a prop, where do you start? Explore the creative process of taking an item from an idea on paper to a physical creation capable of withstanding whatever life may throw at it.
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Mask Making
$700.00 August 17-21, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Matthew BurgessLearn to sculpt, construct and decorate theatrical masks using a variety of materials to create fantastical stage beings.
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Sculpting
$700.00 August 24-28, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Matthew BurgessDiscover the process of sculpting a figure – human or imagined — in this one-week intensive prop-related workshop.
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Artistic Welding Workshop
$725.00 September 1 to 4, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Clarke EllisThis is an Intro course to artistic welding. You will learn the basic skills of artistic welding, encouraging students to leave with the knowledge and confidence to expand their creativity further outside the classroom.
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Artistic Welding Workshop
$725.00 September 7-10, 2026 (9am-4pm) | Instructor: Clarke EllisThis is an Intro course to artistic welding. You will learn the basic skills of artistic welding, encouraging students to leave with the knowledge and confidence to expand their creativity further outside the classroom.
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Theatrical Production Arts Certificate – Summer 2026
$3,000.00The Theatre Production Arts Certificate was created to encourage students to become knowledgeable in many facets of the theatre production world. To complete this program, participants take five one-week courses during our summer 2026 program. For more information, click here.
See below for the list of eligible summer courses. You will choose your five courses during checkout. (Note that students must enroll in both makeup workshops for said workshops to count toward the TPA certificate.)
$3,000 ($600 per class. Each additional workshop will have the same discounted rate.)
Other Information
Workshop Location
Factory163
163 King Street
Stratford N5A 4S2
Certificate Eligible
This workshop can be taken as part of the Theatre Production Arts Certificate. (Learn more about it here.)
Tuition Assistance
Learn more about our tuition assistance options here.
COVID Protocols & Cancellation Policy
Read our COVID student protocols and Cancellation Policy here.
More Information
For more information about this course, contact Susan Starkweather, Program Advisor, at info@stratfordoffthewall.com.