Act & Play 7-11

24 September 2022 - 3 December 2022


What is it?

 

This is a weekly course for children aged 7-11 who enjoy drama and want to have fun in a supportive and friendly environment. Over the course of 10 weeks, we will develop skills in acting, movement, voice and theatre-making.

Over the course of 10 weeks, we will develop skills in acting, movement, voice and theatre-making. Taking inspiration from the popular British Christmas entertainment of Pantomime, inspired by our in-house Christmas production. Participants will create their own Panto looking at audience participation, song, movement, slapstick comedy, looking at different types of characters in Panto, sharing their work in a relaxed showing on Sat 03 Dec 2022 at 11.30. 
 

Course Content

 

Weeks 1-2
These weeks will be spent getting to know each other through games and enjoyable exercises so that everyone feels comfortable and supported.

Weeks 2-4
During these weeks we will build on our skills as actors and theatre makers through exciting exercises and games. Through voice and movement, we will discover what is involved in performing a panto and look at how to create characters that are ‘goodies and baddies in a show.

Weeks 5-9
During these weeks we will decide as a group which Panto to explore, look at how to add comedy to the show and how to create characters and scenes using costume and props and work on towards the final sharing.

Week 10
In our final session together, we will rehearse our piece and show it in a relaxed sharing to celebrate all we have achieved this term!

 

How To Book

 

Simply click 'Book now' and select the date and time of the first session – the price listed is for the full term. Alternatively you can make payment by calling our Box Office on 020 7870 6876. If you have any questions about paying for the course please contact our Community Engagement Manager (Nina Graveney-Edwards, [email protected]).

 

Drop-in or Course?

 

Participants will gain maximum benefit from this course by attending all 10 sessions. 


Waiting List

 

If the class you wish to attend is appearing as sold out, please email Community Engagement Manager (Nina Graveney-Edwards, [email protected]) to add yourself to the waiting list for future classes.


Scholarships

 

Scholarships are available for this course, please email Community Engagement Manager (Nina Graveney-Edwards, [email protected]) for more information.