About

Theatre, Academy, and Film – together, we're CTORA Productions, a growing production company in Lower Mainland Vancouver and Richmond, British Columbia. We present musical theatrical experiences to families and children through professional productions and the development of creative programs tailored to address the specific needs of our community.

Exceptional theatrical experiences and opportunities

CTORA Productions, originally founded as the Children's Theatre of Richmond Association in 2017, is an established non-profit company that provides emerging artists in the Lower Mainland with job opportunities where they can perform in local professional theatre performances. CTORA has produced a wide range of works that include live stage performances, music videos, TV series and short films. With some of the best professionals making up our creative team, every CTORA show provides stunning visual effects and dazzling sound for the enjoyment of our audience.

Theatre Performances

Dedicated to nurturing youth talent

CTORA teaches valuable musical theatre skills to empower students to excel not only on stage but in all facets of their lives. Our curriculum is designed to foster teamwork, problem-solving abilities, self-confidence, and creativity among our students. Each program is a platform for forging friendships and building unwavering confidence. Concluding each program, children get to showcase their skills to friends and family through a series of public performances that are truly memorable and rewarding. Whether it's a weekly program or summer camp, CTORA is dedicated to nurturing the theatrical talents of our young performers throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

Academy Programs

Job Postings & Auditions

CTORA is committed to diversity in the workplace and we encourage all qualified equity and non-equity candidates to apply. We welcome artists with a broad range of backgrounds including, but not limited to: race, ethnicity, Indigeneity, gender, gender-identification, sexual orientation, class and physical ability. Our unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusivity drives us to champion the unique visions of artists.

Call for Creative Team "A Peter Rabbit Tale"-CTORA Theatre

CTORA Theatre is seeking a creative team for its 2025 summer production of "A Peter Rabbit Tale", a lively musical adaptation that brings Beatrix Potter’s beloved characters to life.

This one-hour show, designed to entertain families with young children (ages 1-5), will be held at the PAL Theatre in Vancouver. The production will feature life-sized, full-body character costumes with detailed mascot-style heads, offering an engaging and visually captivating experience for audiences.

At CTORA, we value and support the artistic vision of our designers, prioritizing creativity and innovation in every aspect of production. With an allocated budget for each department, designers will have the resources to bring their ideas to life.

Performance Venue: PAL Theatre

Rehearsal Dates: July 7 - July 19

Tech Dates: July 20 - 24

Show Dates: July 25 - August 10

Show Times: Fridays at 7:00 pm, Saturdays at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm, Sundays at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Available Paid Positions:

• Director/Choreographer

• Music Director

• Pianist

• Sound Designer

• Stage Manager

Available Honorarium Positions:

• Set Designer

• Costume Designer

• Lighting Designer

• Makeup Designer

• Technical Director

• Props Designer

This is a unique opportunity for emerging designers to develop their skills, gain valuable hands-on experience, and contribute to a production that celebrates artistic growth. If you’re passionate about bringing stories to life, please submit your letter of interest your resume and your expected fee to info@ctora.ca by November 15.

Theatre

Academy

CYTA Awards

CTORA Productions acknowledges that we live, work and play on the unceded and traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples – sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) nations.