Acting Classes Toronto

POST TIFF Toronto Film and TV Industry Networking & Social

HELLO EVERYONE ! It's this time of the month again : let's get together for a fun evening of networking in these slow industry times and RIGHT AFTER TIFF, to satisfy your receptions withdrawal. If you're available, please join us on the SECOND FLOOR of Urban House Kitchen & Bar, for your favourite Film and TV Networking evenings. AND THE PATIO IS OPEN ! Rain, Shine or Blizzard, WE WILL BE THERE! AND THERE WILL BE PRESENTS :D Of course, if you feel sick, have a fever, a cough, or don't feel comfortable with attending such an event post COVID times, please, don't put yourself and others in a bad position, and wait for the next one, because there will always be a next one. :D Bring your smiles and business cards! See you there ! DISCLAIMER : The organizers are not responsible for the potential stupid behaviour of some people, and you and us know that there is always a possibility of these happening, so by RSVPing to this event, you assume all responsibility and won't be able to hold the organizers responsible if anything happens that is related to your decision of attending. ================ POST TIFF Toronto Film and TV Industry Social Evening Thursday, Sept 24th 2026, 6PM The SECOND FLOOR at Urban House Kitchen & Bar 718 Queen St E. Toronto, ON M4M 1H2

(Port Credit Arena) Improv Acting Drop-In

**Directions to the Room (NEW ROOM, SAME ARENA):** To find the room, once in Port Credit Arena at the main entrance, go up the stairs, go through the double doors next to the washrooms and on the right you will find a room labelled John Holland. **Age: 18+** **Event Description:** This is an informal improv workshop where we get together to play games and scenes similar to those in Whose Line is it Anyways: https://youtu.be/KF3D2TMUhN8. If you want to boost your acting chops or are just looking for some silly fun, this is the place to be! There are usually 10-20 people. The session starts with introductions, followed by group games then finishes with audience/performance sessions. Max capacity is 30 and spots are held based on how soon you sign up. See you there! **Payment** The price is $10 per person (interac only!) to help cover the costs of running the event. I can only accept interac e-transfer since at Mississauga facilities I'm not allowed to take cash. We start by 7:10 please make sure to come on time. P.S - We usually grab dinner/drinks at one of Port Credit's fabulous nearby bars or restaurants after the session. Everyone's welcome!

FREE Spanish, English, and French Oral Conversational Class 4 Adults!!

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $35 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

FREE Spanish, English, and French Oral Conversational Class!

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $35 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

Master Presentation & Speaking Skills | 1 Day session in Toronto

Build confidence and command the room! 🎤✨ Join our **Master Presentation & Speaking Skills – 1 Day Session** in **Toronto** and learn practical techniques to structure powerful presentations, engage your audience, overcome nervousness, speak with confidence, and deliver your message effectively. **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/eVq3cvciufPwcxW8682oF01) **Course Overview:** **Duration:** 1 Full Day **Delivery Mode:** Classroom (In-Person) **Language:** English **Credits:** 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Event Description** **Become the Speaker People Remember** Strong speakers can communicate an idea. Masterful speakers can move people to think, feel, and act. Public Speaking Mastery is an advanced one-day development experience for professionals who want to take their speaking abilities beyond basic confidence and presentation skills. This program focuses on the elements that distinguish an effective speaker from an exceptional one: audience psychology, persuasive communication, storytelling, emotional intelligence, vocal control, body language, authenticity, and the ability to remain composed under pressure. You'll learn how to read your audience, shape messages for influence, tell stories that create emotional connection, use your voice and body with intention, and maintain attention even when circumstances become unpredictable. Most importantly, you'll have opportunities to practice your skills, receive feedback, and refine your individual speaking style. **What Will Change After This Workshop?** By the end of the session, you will be better equipped to: • Speak with authority and professional presence • Adapt your communication to different audiences • Deliver persuasive and emotionally engaging presentations • Use storytelling to make ideas memorable • Control your voice, pace, pauses, and expression • Strengthen your body language and stage presence • Maintain audience attention and engagement • Respond confidently to challenging questions • Handle impromptu and high-pressure speaking situations • Build trust through authentic communication • Inspire audiences and encourage action • Develop a distinctive and adaptable speaking style **Who Is This Advanced Workshop For?** This program is particularly suited to professionals who already communicate, present, influence, or lead as part of their role. It is ideal for: • Automotive executives • Plant managers • R&D leaders • Supply chain professionals • Mid- to senior-level managers in automotive manufacturing • Business leaders and decision-makers • Professionals who regularly present to stakeholders • Managers who lead meetings, briefings, or presentations • Professionals preparing for high-visibility speaking opportunities If your role requires you to influence decisions, communicate strategy, lead discussions, present ideas, or represent your organization, this workshop can help you strengthen the way you show up and communicate. **Your Message Matters. Your Delivery Matters More.** You may have the knowledge, experience, and ideas—but the way you communicate them determines whether your audience simply hears you or truly remembers you. **Public Speaking Mastery is your opportunity to move from competent communication to confident, compelling, and influential speaking.** Develop the presence to command attention. Develop the skills to influence. Develop the authenticity to connect. **Take your speaking to the next level.** **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Customized In-House Training for Your Team** The most effective communication training is often built around the situations your people actually encounter. We provide **customized in-house Public Speaking Mastery sessions** that can be adapted to your organization's objectives, industry, professional roles, and communication requirements. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](mailto:corporate@mangates.com)** **Agenda:** **Audience Psychology** A message that works for one audience may fail with another. Learn how to understand audience motivation and mindset and adjust your communication to create stronger emotional and intellectual connections. **Persuasive Communication** Discover how to structure your message so your audience understands not only what you're saying, but why it matters. You'll explore the effective use of logic, emotion, credibility, and calls to action. **Storytelling That Creates Impact** Facts inform. Stories connect. Learn how to transform personal and professional experiences into compelling narratives that capture attention and make your message more memorable. **Voice & Physical Presence** Your words are only part of your communication. Develop greater awareness of your vocal delivery and physical presence, including: • Tone • Pitch • Pace • Pauses • Expression • Posture • Gestures • Movement Learn how to make these elements support your message rather than distract from it. **Audience Engagement** Keeping an audience interested requires more than enthusiasm. You'll explore techniques for maintaining energy, managing distractions, regaining attention, and encouraging audiences to become active participants. **Thinking on Your Feet** Even the best-prepared speaker can face an unexpected question, interruption, time change, or difficult audience reaction. Build the composure and adaptability needed to respond professionally without losing control of your presentation. **Authentic Influence** The most powerful speakers don't imitate someone else's personality. They develop a communication style that is consistent with who they are. Learn how transparency, sincerity, values, and emotional intelligence can strengthen trust and create authentic connections with your audience.

Fabulous $46 all-in deal! The KARATE KID Musical @ Princess of Wales

Join us for **The Karate Kid – The Musical**, an exciting stage musical that brings the legendary 1984 film to life. Follow Daniel LaRusso’s unforgettable journey as he learns from Mr. Miyagi that karate isn’t about fighting —it’s about balance, dignity and respect. ***Our group has a fabulous special price of just $46 all-in (regular $110 all-in!) for Front Balcony, Rear Orchestra or Rear Dress Circle seating. Upgraded seating is also available at special discounted prices.*** **Please click on "Read More" below and follow the HOW TO PAY instructions to pay for your ticket(s).** **The Show:** With spectacular musical numbers, inventive choreography and the beloved *wax on, wax off* story at its heart, this heartfelt coming-of-age musical celebrates resilience, mentorship and the bonds that bridge generations. *** **OUR DISCOUNT TICKETS** **Group Tickets:** * **$35** (regular $99 for Balcony A-D) **Upgraded and Other Tickets:** * **$35** (regular $99 for Orchestra R-U or Dress Circle H-K) * **$96** (regular $119 for Orchestra L-T, Dress Circle E-J) * **$120** (regular $149 for Orchestra BB-Q, Dress Circle B-G) **Service Fee:** $11 per ticket ***No Meetup Fee*** *** **HOW TO PAY** 1\. Sign up on this event page 2\. Send an email to **belindameetup@gmail.com** to request the payment instructions 3\. Specify you are inquiring about **THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL** 4\. Include the name you use on this Thumbs Up Theatre website\. 5\. Belinda will email you the payment instructions 6\. If you don't receive the instructions in your inbox\, check your junk box in case it has gone there Members must purchase their ticket(s) in advance from Belinda. Payment deadline is due by Aug. 27 @ 8 p.m. Pick up your ticket(s) from Belinda at the meetup spot on the day of performance. \*\*\* **OVERVIEW** **When:** Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 **Time:** Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Meet Belinda between 6:45 p.m. and 7 p.m. **Where:** Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario **Show Length:** 2 hours, 30 minutes with intermission *** **ACCESSIBILITY** The Princess of Wales Theatre has elevators that can take you to all levels. However, all seats (even Orchestra aisle seats) have some steps. If you have difficulty using stairs, let Belinda know. Our group seats are in Balcony. *** **MEETUP ARRANGEMENTS** Meet Belinda any time between 6:45 p.m. and 7 p.m. near the last box office window on the right side (as you face the box office) **INSIDE** the theatre. Belinda is very short and will be wearing a bright pink hat and bright pink glasses. Pick up your ticket(s) from Belinda at the meetup spot. Cell # (416) 879-7575 (text/call) for use on the day/time of the performance ONLY). **Intermission Meetup Spots:** TBA **DINNER BEFORE SHOW:** Join other members at 5 p.m. at **[Lee Chen Asian Bistro](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fleechenbistro.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C9717b412e1784d12b0b208db4e7b1fc3%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638190062940403133%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7W3lGI7WduPzs72q4ITnGG0HdQwnP4s8WyQ516xaeBU%3D&reserved=0)**, a restaurant featuring authentic Chinese food at 214 King Street West, Toronto. The restaurant is located about a block from the theatre. Members will receive their theatre ticket(s) at the restaurant if they dine there. Please message Belinda if you want to be included in the reservation. **PLEASE NOTE OUR ZERO-TOLERANCE [CELLPHONE POLICY](https://www.meetup.com/thumbs-up-theatre-toronto/events/243426512/)**

LIGHT & INK w/ HIEN

FREE Oral Conversational Spanish, English, and French Classes 4 Adults!!

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $45 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (for Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. **Program is also offered in private and online classes**. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as oral as these ones. We guarantee it! Group classes are hosted at **600 Bay Street** every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Call (647)904-5285 upon arrival if no one is there to let you in, and someone will come down to let you in. Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

FIGURE & FORM w/ RIEL

FREE Oral Conversational Spanish, English, and French Classes 4 Adults!!

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $45 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (for Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. **Program is also offered in private and online classes**. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as oral as these ones. We guarantee it! Group classes are hosted at **600 Bay Street** every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Call (647)904-5285 upon arrival if no one is there to let you in, and someone will come down to let you in. Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

Free English Classes - in-person at our Toronto school

Practise your English in a friendly, welcoming class in Toronto. Join our free in-person English class and improve your speaking, fluency, grammar and vocabulary with supportive teachers. This class is a great opportunity to practise English, build confidence and meet new people. **When** Every weekday Monday - Friday 2.00pm–4.00pm **Where** Teaching House Toronto OHC / Sol Camps 469 Jarvis St Toronto, ON M4Y 2G8 Canada [REGISTER NOW](https://4i4d9.share.hsforms.com/2GTDQYBIjRTmHonHUe_WuLQ) **What you’ll practise** * Speaking and fluency * Grammar and vocabulary * Listening and pronunciation * Everyday English for real-life situations * Confidence using English with other people **Who can join?** Adults aged 18+ who want to improve their English. Refugees, asylum seekers and newcomers are very welcome. **About the classes** The classes are taught by trainee English teachers on a Cambridge-accredited CELTA course and supervised by experienced teacher trainers. **Cost** Free **Before the class** Please arrive a little early so we can welcome you and check your English level. Spaces may be limited, so please RSVP if you would like to attend.Cost: FREE Sign up using this [registration form ](https://4i4d9.share.hsforms.com/2GTDQYBIjRTmHonHUe_WuLQ)for automatic reminders and to be on our list for future classes.

BEAUTY & FASHION w/ ANNA