Festival Antigonish Theatre Academy (FATA) is dedicated to inspiring a lifelong love of theatre through inclusive, process-driven education for youth and adults. Guided by professional teaching artists, our programs encourage students to explore creativity, develop confidence, and discover their unique voices.
Through classes, camps, and workshops offered throughout the year, participants build communication skills, collaborate with others, and grow both artistically and personally through imaginative play.
At FATA, we believe creativity is cultivated through curiosity, exploration, and artistic risk-taking. Our programs prioritize the creative process, empowering participants to experiment, make mistakes, and grow in a supportive environment free from judgment.
Theatre education develops essential life skills that extend far beyond the stage, including problem-solving, resilience, emotional intelligence, and self-confidence.
Programs are offered for a range of ages and experience levels, including youth classes, teen programs, adult classes, March Break programs, PD Day workshops, and seasonal camps in Antigonish and Pictou County.
Meet the Director of Education and Community Engagement
Kate Basile
Director, Festival Antigonish Theatre Academy
Kate Basile (she/her) is a teaching artist based in Nalikitquniejk/Antigonish. A professional actor, theatre creator, and multidisciplinary artist, Kate trained as an actor at Humber College in Toronto with a focus on devised theatre.
As a teacher, she is passionate about inspiring young artists to embrace their creativity and develop their artistic voice. As Director of FATA, Kate is committed to growing educational and community-based programming while strengthening the connection between professional and community arts.
Recent Festival Antigonish credits include Assistant Director for Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B, and performances in The Adventures of the Little Girl and the Wind (2023) and The Hobbit (2022).