Erin Newton
Erin L. Newton has trained in Dance and Theatre since childhood, studying at McMaster, Randolph Performing Arts, Broadway Dance Centre, Steps on Broadway (NYC), and more. A former studio owner, she ran three successful dance schools before entering education. Erin holds a BA in Theatre from McMaster, a BEd, and a Certificate in Enterprise Education from Brock. She is OCT-certified, with an IB Teaching Certificate in Dramatic Arts and a Professional Certification in Jazz, Tap, and Stage from the British Association of Teachers of Dancing. She also holds a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification and advanced Trauma-Informed Movement credentials. Honoured with the OSSTF Award for Excellence in Teaching Practice, Erin integrates mindfulness into all her work. She proudly opened Big Hearts Little Theatre in April 2024 and has since directed The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong, Munsch at Play, Broadway Hearts, and One Good Marriage.Thanks to Tina, Muneer & Micheal.