Founded in 1933 by Dorothy Davis and Violet Walters, the school is still in operation as of 2021.
Walters and Davis started MCT "not necessarily to create young actors and actresses, but with the premise that good speech, self-esteem and confidence were primary goals …".
[1] MCT has presented over 700 stage productions to more than a quarter of a million children.
[3] "Over 10,000 Montrealers have enjoyed classes at The Children's Theatre since the school was founded in 1933 by Dorothy Davis and Violet Walters.
Many have obtained roles in TV and radio commercials both as children and adults.