About Charles Taylor Theatre & Media Arts
Our History
Provincially incorporated August 8, 2010, the Charles Taylor Theatre and Media Arts Association is a not for profit cultural association that also produces The Emerging Lens Film Festival.
Our Mandate
The mandate of the Charles Taylor Theatre Society is to educate, empower and inspire by honouring the influence of African Canadian and other cultural filmmakers and to bring recognition to their work.
- To acknowledge the educational power of video, media arts and theatre that is rich in wonder, honest compassion and wisdom.
- To present the unique work of our cultural filmmakers and to create a larger appreciation for their cultural stories.
- To be a training ground for our youth storytellers, filmmakers and performers.
Our Community
At Charles Taylor Theatre & Media Arts, we believe in giving back to the community. We offer workshops and classes to aspiring performers of all ages, and partner with local schools to provide educational programming and discounted tickets.
Our mission is to educate and inspire individuals in the Creative Industries through hands-on theatre programming and workshops. We strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers artists and engages the community.