ISPA’s flagship production, God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza. Directed by acclaimed actor and writer, Aaron McIlroy and performed by the 3rd year cohort, this sharp, dark comedy dissects the fragile veneer of civility with biting humour and intensity.

“This festival represents the culmination of years of training and creative development,” says Lisa Bobbert, co-founder of ISPA. “Our students are stepping into the spotlight with work that is bold, entertaining, and deeply reflective of the world around them.”

16 age limit.

The International School of Performing Arts (ISPA) is proud to announce its Student Festival, kicking off the opening days of this year’s 031 Theatre Festival with a bold, entertaining, and thought-provoking lineup of performances.

This year’s festival showcases the extraordinary range and talent of ISPA’s emerging performers through three distinct productions:

Audiences can look forward to the return of the wildly popular Comedy Games, an improv comedy experience packed with quick wit, audience interaction, and high-energy fun. Led by ISPA’s improv drama teacher and MC Patrick Kenny, no two performances are ever the same — making it a must-see highlight of the festival.

PG 13.