STAR Fest is our coast-to-coast-to-coast platform where students, teachers, teaching artists, and working theatre artists come together to learn, share work, and build lasting connections—linking classrooms with Canada’s professional theatre community.

Across over 30 regional STAR Festivals in all 10 provinces, participants can qualify for four Canadian National STAR Festivals. Whether you join STAR Fest West, Central, East, Atlantic, or South, you’ll find a welcoming community and clear pathways to grow.

What you’ll experience

• Artist-led workshops that translate professional practice into ready-to-use exercises for studio, classroom, and stage.

• Public showcases for scenes, devised work, design/tech portfolios, directing, and writing.

• Professional feedback (optional adjudication) from working directors, designers, dramaturgs, and performers—focused on growth, not rankings.

• Networking & mentorship that connects students and educators with Canada’s theatre ecosystem.

• Pathways & opportunities through partner schools, festivals, and presenters—including scholarships and entrance awards offered by sector partners.