TTS Theatre Terrific Society

Overview

The TTS Theatre Terrific Society, commonly known as Theatre Terrific, is a Canadian nonprofit organization based in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is Western Canada's longest running inclusive theatre company, founded in 1985. Theatre Terrific is dedicated to creating thought-provoking theatre performances while promoting inclusivity and diversity in the arts.

Mission

Theatre Terrific's mission is to transform lives through the power of theatre by including artists of all abilities in their productions. They aim to create a world where the artistic voice of people with disabilities is heard, seen, challenged, and respected. The organization supports artists with diverse backgrounds, including those with developmental, physical, or mental health challenges, as well as gender or language differences.

Activities

Theatre Terrific engages in a variety of activities to achieve its mission:

• Professional Productions: The organization produces full-scale, original theatre works that highlight universal human issues.
• Community Productions: Theatre Terrific participates in site-specific community productions, often as part of the Vancouver Fringe Festival.
• Theatre Classes and Workshops: They offer professionally instructed classes and intensive workshops in various theatre skills, such as mask work, puppetry, dance, and writing.

Achievements

Theatre Terrific has received several notable accolades for its work, including the Jessies (Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards) for its distinctive mandate and nominations for outstanding scripts and performances[2]. Its productions have been recognized for their inclusivity and thought-provoking themes, contributing to the organization's reputation as a leader in disability and inclusive theatre.

Registration and Funding

Theatre Terrific Society is registered as a charity with the Canada Revenue Agency, under the business number 122930092RR0001[4]. This registration allows the organization to receive donations and provide tax receipts to supporters. The organization relies on donations to continue its work in promoting inclusivity and developing the performance skills of artists of all abilities.