Alten Wilmot is the proud founder of Unwrap Theatre. Born and raised in the Waterloo Region, he was a recipient of the Leading Edge Award at the 2015 KW Arts Awards for his artistic contributions to the community, including running the performing troupe Voices Over Time, which provided free concerts to long-term care facilities in KW. Alten is a graduate of Sheridan College’s prestigious Honours Bachelor of Musical Theatre Performance program, having additionally studied at Canada’s National Voice Intensive, Lost & Found Theatre, the Royal Conservatory of Music and Eastwood Collegiate Institute. As a director and choreographer, Alten has worked on productions with companies across Canada, including The Arts Club Theatre in Vancouver, Neptune Theatre in Halifax, Theatre St. John’s in Newfoundland, and the Hamilton Fringe Festival. Alten is also an active actor, singer, and dancer based in Toronto, working in theatre, film, and television. Alten is passionate about storytelling, pushing boundaries, and connecting with those whose stories are not being told.

Theatrical experiences are larger than life. They have the power to trigger feelings, memories, and wonder which will inspire our people to continually thrive in all areas of life, including innovation, quality, creativity, wellness, and community. This kind of vibrantly thriving culture leads to greater business and success for the region. We provide inspiration for aspiration.

Our Strategies

Annually produce regionally focussed theatrical events, including stage productions, site specific productions, and co-productions with both regional and national companies.

Incubate new artists through residencies which include creative support, training, collaboration, and presentation;
Incubate new work through commissioning creators and hosting development workshops.