Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Acting for radio: 1

Explore acting and performing for radio, working on scenes, sound effects, monologues, commercials, voiceovers and all kinds of microphone techniques.

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Key course information

Dates
24/02/12 - 30/03/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
6 weeks

Time
18:30 - 20:30

Fees
Full fee: £106
Senior fee: £106
Concession: £51

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DM037*

Availability
Contact department

Interview required before you can enrol

Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

Call 020 7492 2542 or drama@citylit.ac.uk

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Course outline

What is the course about?

To make actors aware of the many techniques needed for successful radio and sound work.

What topics will we cover?

Working on microphone technique by means of recording students in a variety of dramatic scenes, commercials and other voice over material.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Be at ease in front of a microphone.
Have an ability to communicate with the listener.
Have an appreciation of the different skills needed in each area of sound work.

You will see a difference in the quality of your recorded performances between lesson 1 and lesson 6.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should have at least two years' acting experience or drama training of some kind.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Speak English fluently and clearly.
• To read a script accurately.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take notes.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

By recording, playing back and discussing students work.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Acting for Radio 2 or any advanced acting course.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
24/02/12 to 30/03/12	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	6 weeks	£106	£106	£51	DM037	Contact department	» Select
01/06/12 to 29/06/12	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	5 weeks	£88	£88	£42	DM038	Contact department	» Select
28/10/11 to 02/12/11	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	6 weeks	£106	£106	£51	DM036	Finished	» Select