The only family-focused summer festival in Scarborough, Family Fest is perfect for audiences of all ages. This year’s event features some favourite acts from previous seasons as well as new performers and activities!

Family Fest runs July 10-14

Free Admission

"Our third annual Family Fest truly has something for everyone - from theatre to music to poetry to hula hoops, audiences of all ages will be entertained and engaged.”  - Tyler J. Seguin, Co-Artistic Director, Guild Festival Theatre

Wednesday July 10

Guild Festival Theatre’s Family Fest begins July 10 at 6:30pm with audience favourite Nagata Shachu.

Join this taiko and music group as they lead you in a thirty-minute drum and movement workshop using authentic Japanese hand-drums. The workshop will be followed by a one-hour thunderous and heart-pounding performance.

Thursday July 11-Saturday July 13

For three nights at 6:00pm renowned theatre company Roseneath Theatre brings their award-winning show The Money Tree to The Greek Theatre.

About the show:

When Shasta’s father loses his job, she is devastated to learn that previously laid plans for her upcoming birthday party must be significantly downsized. As the story progresses, Shasta and Simon meet a mysterious Traveler who gives them a seed that will make a tree grow leaves of money. Through a truly magical journey, the two ultimately learn that being a loyal friend is worth more than a big party or having all the latest toys.

Audience recommendation: ages 6-12

The Money Tree

by Robert Watson

directed by Andrew Lamb

featuring Eliza Martin, Cassandra Guthrie, Daniel Staseff

set and costume designed by Lindsay C. Walker

sound designed by Rick Sacks

Tickets to The Money Tree are free but advanced booking is recommended: www.guildfestivaltheatre.ca

Saturday July 13 (see website for performance times)

Frog in Hand - Beekeepers: a roving production of silly bees and beekeepers - great fun for the whole family!

Douzie - Métis fiddler from Winnipeg playing traditional tunes with a modern twist

Poesy - Personalized poetry crafted in real time on vintage typewriters

Spirit of Africa - An audience favourite - this dance & drumming workshop and performance will get you on your feet!

Trash Panda Brass - This vibrant Toronto brass band is reshaping busking culture

The Grand Salto Theatre - A Family Fest favourite returns with a brand new show!

Roseneath Theatre - The Money Tree performed at The Greek Theatre

Sunday July 14 (see website for performance times)

Scarborough Uke Jam - Bring your uke, or just come to listen and sing along.

Hoop You - We bring the hoops, you bring the play! A hula hoop expert will show the whole family how to move!

Douzie - Métis fiddler from Winnipeg playing traditional tunes with a modern twist

Sinfonia Toronto String Quartet - Performing favourite classical-pops selections that will get toes tapping and listeners humming along.

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Full schedule, including show times, available on our website:

www.guildfestivaltheatre.ca

Performance Venue

The Greek Theatre, Guild Park & Gardens

201 Guildwood Parkway

Scarborough, Ontario

Festival Info & Tickets

Dates: July 10-14

Free admission

Advanced booking recommended for The Money Tree

For more information about Family Fest, visit www.guildfestivaltheatre.ca.