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Spotlight on: Swinging in to a Double Show Day! 5-minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, July 2022 Written by: Hannah Richens and Chelsea Willis Pictured: Asha Olsen in Understudy Rehearsal for The SpongeBob Musical.  Most people don’t get to see the behind the scenes of theatre shows. You don’t often get to see … Read more

Spotlight on: The Electric Skates 3-minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, July 2022 Written by: Holly Fishlock and Chelsea Willis Pictured: Barnacle Boy Cast as Electric Skates  The trio with the most quick changes and arguably the coolest make-up, meet the Electric Skates played by Billie Tiffenright, Ruby Edwards and Emma Green (Barnacle … Read more

Spotlight on: Creative Team takes the stage  3-minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, June 2022 Written by Chelsea Willis Pictured: Brianna Budden in the role of Pearl Krabbs  In a stunning display of versatility, the creative team of The SpongeBob Musical have been taking on a variety of roles (with little notice) to … Read more

Social Story – The SpongeBob Musical 
Published by Young Peoples Theatre, July 2022

Social stories are created to assist audience members who may have sensory sensitivities. If you require any further assistance, please email boxoffice@ypt.org.au

Social Story – Younger Patron 

Social Story – Older Patron

Social Stories have been prepared with assistance from Ollie Abel, Kate Booth and Sarah Skehan-Ryba

My Thoughts on Young People’s Theatre’s production of The SpongeBob Musical  2 minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, July 2022 Written by Emma Visser Emma is a Year 7 student and attend YPT Drama classes. Emma viewed a preview of the production during our Tech and Dress Rehearsals. Synopsis  Introduction to characters and … Read more

Spotlight on: Karen and Plankton 3-minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, June 2022 Written by Holly Fishlock Pictured: Maddie Newland and Jackson Archer as Karen and Plankton The SpongeBob Musical already one week into performances, we sat down with our Planktons, Jackson Archer (Mermaid Man) and Alan Shao (Barnacle Boy), as well as … Read more

SEEKING DRAMA TUTOR  YPT is seeking an experienced Drama Tutor to join our theatre school teaching team. As our Programs continue to grow we need more enthusiastic and passionate people to encourage and mentor our students and help them thrive in our classes. The successful applicants will be employed by the YPT Executive on contract … Read more

Spotlight on: World Ocean Day 2022 4 minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, June 2022 Written by Chelsea Willis Pictured: Ruby and Violet Edwards, Emma Green, Jasmine Callen and Imbi Heath (L-R) supporting World Ocean Day  Celebrated on June 8 every year, World Ocean Day is an international day where people everywhere can … Read more

Spotlight on: Our SpongeBob Director 5 minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, May 2022 Written by Holly Fishlock Pictured: Maddie Watts dancing with the cast of The SpongeBob Musical  With The SpongeBob Musical opening on the 5th of July, more and more YPT students are looking forward to their first performance. Cast member … Read more

2 minute read // Published by Young Peoples Theatre, March 2022 Written by Chelsea Willis Who Lives in a Pineapple under the sea? Bridget and Jade do! Our next production for 2022 is The SpongeBob Musical, directed by Maddie Watts. Splashing onto the stage in the July School Holidays, this fun for all ages musical … Read more