Project Description
Youtheatre Movement Society is embarking upon a National Tour across Canada, producing a Trilogy of dramatic works.
We are in search for an Ensemble of unabashed truth-seekers willing to hit the road and Stan in the Gap tackling 3 societal issues through the lens of story: Abduction, Addiction, and Racism. This tour will pull, bend, and stretch our limits, but together we will touch communities from the Pacific to the Atlantic.
Remuneration is by honorarium.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Email: story “at” youtheatresociety.com
COM·PLIC·IT
Directed by Raugi Yu.
Written by Lee Jay Bamberry (Full Status Mi’Kmaq whose ancestors are from Esgenoôpetitj, Burnt Church, New Brunswick)
This intimate drama follows a young Indigenous girl and an unsuspecting Prairie boy whose lives intersect over the course of 48 hours. An unlikely encounter gives rise to a mutual understanding, where forgiveness becomes the cost for hope.
This untold tale of identity and hope only skims the surface surrounding the hidden and Complicit Residential School era, circa 1965.
CAST Submission Details
Please submit your headshot, cover letter, acting resume, to story “at” ytms.ca.
The cover letter only needs to be a couple of sentences about your experience and why you would like to be a part of this project. NOTE: we do not want AI-generated cover letters — we want your words, your voice. Please also indicate the character(s) you are looking to audition for.
All Auditions will take place in Vancouver from April 11-30, 2026, with callbacks to follow.
COM·PLIC·IT Rehearsals will commence roughly, June/July, 2026
COM·PLIC·IT Performance will be mounted mid-October, 2026
CHARACTERS
RAVEN / BEARE – 18-27 | Male or Female | Native
A wise, yet forlorn boy (or girl) who was taken from his (or her) home a year ago and is now being shipped to another Residential school. He (or she) has not yet lost faith in humanity, and is hopeful to get back to their family in Alberta.
BILL – 25-45 | Open | Metis (optional)
City clerk whose job is to interview Residential School survivors for the National Documentation Board.
LOIS – Middle aged | Female | Native
Native mother who is the matriarch of the family, and is compromised when learning that she is defenseless over the Indian agents who are forcing the family to release her children into the hands of the Government.
BONNIE – 18-25 | Female | Caucasian
A fairly simple Prairie girl who has never left her town. She is secretly in love with Charle, and will blindly follow the pack anywhere. Her happy go lucky attitude is friendly, and unsuspecting.
MARGARETE – 18-25 | Female | Open
A bit of a tart. She could be a younger version of her mother. Marg is influenced by Rook, and a dark side of reality, like one who ends up addicted to drugs and perhaps shuffled into the sex trade.
ARSÉNE – 34-50 | Male | Caucasian
An estranged father returns as a key figure in the assimilation program, confirming his complicity and a dark history. He is revealed to be the “main boss” who took Raven and Beare from their family and is responsible for Raven’s brother’s death and her pregnancy.
Warren – 25-40 | Male | Open
The town’s most recent RCMP officer stationed near this remote town. An honest fellow who is a bit of a coward.
Figure In The Woods – 19-60 | Open | Open
An Ageless cosmic spirit who is found in the woods. A strong, stoic presence, but not physically imposing.
In search of truth seeking, unabashed Administrators, Stage Managers, and theatre folk who just want to get involved…
We are in search of an ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR to support the planning and execution of a multi-city touring initiative, mounting original theatre productions across Canada. This role requires an administrative talent that is both relational and passionate about theatre; overseeing the company in its many aspects, from tour routing, production logistics, school/church/theatre/sponsor liaising, multi-department coordination, while supporting the organizational backbone of YTM (a registered charity) during our upcoming national tour.
The Administrative Coordinator will serve the Board of Directors for the Youtheatre Movement and in the many areas of organization required. Google Drive File Organization. Keeping track of department tasks, ensuring they are completed on time. Monitoring the Master Calendar. Keeping notes at meetings, and circulating them afterwards.
We don’t necessarily require certificates of education. If the applicant excels Administratively, and considers themselves a self made Organizing Zealot, with a flare for live theatre, then they may be a fit. A strong command of the English language is mandatory, because corresponding with our schools, churches, theatres, sponsors, patrons, and the public will occur on a regular basis.
$25/HR to start
STAGE MANAGER
Youtheatre (YTM) is seeking a highly organized, adaptable, and mission-aligned Stage Manager to join our upcoming cross-Canada theatre tour. Youtheatre is a Vancouver-based, faith-driven theatre company committed to creating bold, story-centered work that engages young audiences and tackles real societal issues through the lens of hope and transformation. This role requires someone who is steady, detail-oriented, and people-focused. You should be confident leading a room, overseeing the departments, and maintaining consistency across multiple productions while adapting to each new venue. Above all, we’re looking for someone who believes in the power of story and understands the responsibility of bringing meaningful theatre to young audiences across the country. Rehearsals start in July 2026.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all stage management duties across the touring productions
- Run rehearsals and maintain rehearsal reports
- Create and maintain prompt books for each show
- Call cues consistently and confidently in a variety of venues
- Coordinate with the director, designers, and touring cast
- Manage show flow, technical transitions, and daily schedules
- Adapt staging and technical elements to different theatre spaces
- Supervise load-ins, and strike
- Support cast morale and help cultivate a positive touring culture
Qualifications
Previous experience stage managing theatre productions (touring experience is an asset) Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to problem-solve quickly and calmly under pressure Comfortable working in a collaborative, faith-based environment Willingness to travel extensively across Canada
THE VIDEO DUO (unless this can be done by one extraordinary person)
We are looking to create both a DocuSeries of our gallivanting across Canada; as well as an ongoing Vlog to use for our Socials.
Capture, edit, post.
It would be best to have two people in this capacity.
Remuneration based on experience and co-producing credit.
Are you savvy when it comes to…
– Sound
– Lights
– Stagecraft
– Props
– Wardrobe
– Hair/Make-up
We want to hear from you as well.
HOW TO SUBMIT – send a cover outlining who you are and why you think you will be fit; include a resume, a link to a portfolio, and a reel (if applicable) to story “at” youtheatresociety.com. PLEASE do not use AI for your cover outline, we want your words, your voice.