Kompany Theatre Artists Society

Kompany Theatre Artists Society is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered under business number 118986892RR0001, operating primarily in Alberta, with a focus on producing theatre for young audiences and families. It functions through its performing company known as Kompany Family Theatre, which brings interactive theatrical productions to children aged 3 to 10 years, along with their families and caregivers.

History and Background

Kompany Theatre Artists Society traces its roots to Kompany Dance and Affiliated Artists Society, established in 1979 by Darold Roles and Ron Schuster. Initially, the organization was dedicated to dance and musical theatre in Alberta. After nearly three decades of promoting dance and musical theatre, the stewardship of Kompany transitioned to the current Artistic Director Jan Taylor, who continues to guide its mission with a focus on theatre for young audiences.

Mission and Activities

The Society is committed to the production and development of theatrical works tailored specifically for children and families. These performances are staged at a variety of venues including schools, daycares, festivals, and community-related locations in and around Edmonton, Alberta.

Kompany Theatre Artists Society engages professional theatre artists while also welcoming volunteers and supporters to contribute to its creative endeavors. The organization strives to deliver high-quality, interactive theatre experiences that foster imagination and learning in young audiences.

Cultural Acknowledgment

Recognizing the importance of cultural respect and inclusion, Kompany Theatre Artists Society acknowledges that its storytelling takes place in Treaty No. 6 territory, the traditional and ancestral lands of Indigenous Peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Saulteaux, and others.

Organizational Status

Kompany Theatre Artists Society is a registered not-for-profit society in Alberta and an official Canadian charitable organization. It is a member of the professional Canadian theatre community, aligning with associations such as the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT), which supports and advocates for theatre professionals nationwide.

By providing engaging and educational performances, Kompany Theatre Artists Society continues its longstanding dedication to enriching the cultural landscape for children and families in Canada.

[1] https://www.kompanyfamilytheatre.com [2] https://www.kompanyfamilytheatre.com/about-kompany [3] https://www.charitydata.ca/charity/kompany-theatre-artists-society/118986892RR0001/ [4] https://ngobase.org/profile/7873 [5] https://www.pact.ca