As a not-for-profit organization & registered charity we count on the support of our community to deliver the “out-of-desk experience” that empowers youth of all socio-economic backgrounds and learning abilities to reach their full potential.
The popularity of our programs is greater than our ability to raise funds to support them. Every year we turn down dozens of schools that want to do residencies and workshops, just because we can’t bring the costs down low enough for the school to make it work. You can help by supporting a program, or a residency theme, or a specific school project.
Total Raised Funds in 2023-24
Total Participants in 2023-24
Total Audience in 2023-24
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Total Cities Visited in 2023-24
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Total Schools Helped in 2023-24
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These are popular themes. Can you help schools do projects on these themes? Our target: $25,000. per year for each theme.
This fund will support 5 Alberta Schools in creating shows about the importance of inclusivity.
This fund will support 5 Alberta Schools in creating a show about what we learn from the land.
This fund will support 5 Alberta Schools in creating a show about what it means to be Canadian.
This fund will support 5 Alberta Schools in creating a show about leadership values that inspire the youth.
This fund will support 5 Alberta Schools in creating a show about the history of their community.
This fund will support 5 Alberta Schools in creating a show about welcoming others into our local and global family.
Classes: 10
This school needs $13,350 in funding to create a show about how connection has played an important role across time.
Classes: 14
This school needs $14,775 in funding to create a show about winter and lockdown elements, and learning how to find out who they are.
Classes: 7
This school needs $10,050 in funding to create a show about the history of their community, and looking towards a brighter future.
Classes: 4
This school needs $8,400 in funding to create a show about what it means to be Canadian and celebrate the winter holidays.
Classes: 13
This school needs $12,225 in funding to create a show about the local history of their community and celebrate their identities and heritage.
Classes: 10
This school needs $17,400 in funding to create a show about how to be proactive and create positive mindsets that will lead to success.
Classes: 5
This school needs $8,475 in funding to create a show about problem-solving and leadership skills based on a mini society.
Classes: 16
This school needs $18,525 in funding to create a show about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Classes: 11
This school needs $12,225 in funding to create a show about the importance of kindness through a journey across Canada.
Classes: 15
This school needs $14,400 in funding to create a show about the importance of giving to others, the community, and beyond.
Classes: 14
This school needs $16,875 in funding to create a show about Canadian history and its stories, and exploring the future of the nation.
Classes: 6
This school needs $10,275 in funding to create a show about stories from Elders, cultural heritage, and traditions.
Classes: 9
This school needs $10,275 in funding to create a show about a miniature society where they will develop their leadership skills.
Classes: 12
This school needs $14,932.5 in funding to create a show about the core aspects of leadership, including communication and problem-solving.
Classes: 12
This school needs $12,225 in funding to create a show about exploring many genres and celebrating diversity in literature.
Classes: 9
This school needs $8,400 in funding to create a show about kindness, compassion, and working towards building an inclusive future.
Classes: 6
This school needs $7,800 in funding to create a show about becoming an empathetic community that fosters inclusion.
Classes: 12
This school needs $12,600 in funding to create a show about how to be proactive and create positive mindsets that will lead to success.
Classes: 7
This school needs $8,475 in funding to create a show about the social, political, and economic aspects of a Canadian mini-society.
Classes: 11
This school needs $12,225 in funding to create a show about how we belong to different groups and how we can be inclusive to others.
Classes: 8
This school needs $10,125 in funding to create a show about how their heritage shapes their experiences and connection to their community.
Classes: 6
This school needs $8,475 in funding to create a show about…
Classes: 9
This school needs $12,600 in funding to create a show about how life offers new experiences and opportunities to grow and deepen our faith.
Classes: 9
This school needs $12,870 in funding to create a show about the things that matter to them and their imagination.
Classes: 12
This school needs $12,600 in funding to create a show based on their imaginations.
Classes: 7
This school needs $10,050 in funding to create a show about prolific Canadian figures including leaders, changemakers, and creators.
Classes: 12
This school needs $9,300 in funding to create a show about their community’s rich history and the diverse elements of the Foothills area.
Classes: 18
This school needs $18,375 in funding to create a show about the connections in their personal lives, the land, and environment.
We feel fortunate to have such tremendous support. However, we still turn down dozens of schools per year because we don’t have enough funds to support their projects. Can you give them a helping hand?
The Big Lifters! The city of Calgary, The Alberta Foundation for the Arts, The Alberta Community Initiatives program, Albert Gaming, Calgary Arts Development, Canadian Heritage, The Canada Council.
The new program and new development funders! The Calgary Foundation, The Rozsa Foundation, The Martha Cohen Foundation, The Nickle Foundation, The Edmonton Community Foundation.
Making projects happen in their communities! Epcor, Telus, Syncrude, Shell, Finning.
The missing supporter link. We’d love to hear from you. You could support program development, a residency theme or a specific project. Donations are through Canada Helps.
Testimonials
“Trickster helped our students come alive in physical theatre and showed them another way to learn. Students were enthusiastic, creative, took risks and looked invincible on stage. Students have created memories that will stay with them for many years to come.”
– Barb Davis, Waverly Elementary School, Edmonton 2019-20
“Trickster Theatre was a special experience for our staff, students and community. Our students were fully engaged and empowered to bring their ideas to life. Trickster was able to help create memories that will last a lifetime!”
– Brian Pedersen, École Danserau Meadows, Beaumont 2019-20
“If you are looking to enhance your connection with your community, Tricksters is your key. What about staff collaboration and energizing students? Tricksters ties the performance philosophy into every day of the residency. Students learn about physical theatre, themselves, and their teacher. The teacher learns about how students can shine when offered a different learning approach. Teachers learn about their peers and develop a shared knowledge of the theme. It can be inspiring. Take the chance. Check out Tricksters!”
– * G.LaCoste A.B.Daley School, Nanton, AB 2018-19
What’s on your mind? Do you have a special project to propose? Do you want us to make a presentation to your staff or school council? Or tell us how we did at your school? Do you want to book or talk about a residency? Reach out.
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