Coming soon:
The Phantom Toolbooth!
By Susan Nanus. Based on the book by Norton Juster.
Directed by Jen Ryle.
All performances will be held at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts. More info on the Tickets page.
Recommended for ages 7 and up.
In the land beyond The Phantom Tollbooth, Milo befriends a Watchdog named Tock, and together they encounter a host of other strange and wonderful characters brought to life by OFT’s youth only cast and crew.
Give the gift of theater to a family on your shopping list: tickets are still on sale for the rest of OFT's 2011-2012 season! More info on our Tickets page. You can order season tickets, or qualify for group discounts by calling the Box office (360-753-8586).
What else is going on at OFT?
Classes and Camps Now Enrolling
- OFTeenies classes for the little ones! Classes for kids age 1 1/2–7 yrs. Classes run January–March. More info on each class and registration forms available on our Classes page. We must reach the minimum number of students to run each class, so if there is one you are interested in, give us a call (360-570-1638) or e-mail (info@olyft.org) today!
- Spring Break Camp: April 2–8, 9–3pm for kids 8–12 yrs. — rehearse and perform a short scripted play – "Law and Order, Fairy Tale Unit" – all in one exciting week, directed by Jen Ryle (more information on our Camps page).
New programs!
- OFT Total Access! An exciting acting opportunity for differently–abled young people 13–22 years of age, and experienced actors of the same ages who will serve as peer mentors. Program runs March 17—April 21. For more information, please call Ted Ryle 360-481-6538.
- Daytime Performances coming up! Looking for something to do with your preschool age kids or homeschool group? Come downtown to our new space (112 State Ave NE) to see a public performance of our Touring Company. $5 per person (cash or check at the door).
"The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe": Feb. 6th at 10am.
"The Tortoise and the Hare": March 5th at 10am.
"The Fisherman and His Wife": April 9th at 10am.
Call/Email us for more information or to make your reservation. 360-570-1638 / info@olyft.org. - OFT On the Move, our new school touring group, is now booking for January-June of 2012. Read all about it here on our website, and then contact our tour manager for more information or to book your show! Email tour@olyft.org or call our office 360-570-1638.
- We’re also now offering Field Trips — you can bring your class or classes (up to 70 kids and adults total) to see a show in our new location in downtown Olympia.
- YES! (Youth Enriched at School) is our after school theater program that brings trained teaching artists to your school to produce a play with your students.