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  1. Creative non-fiction: an introduction
    Overhead shot of a desk with typewriter, flowers, coffee cup, glasses, notebook, camera, and other objects
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 1 Jun 2023 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Yvonne Singh
    This short introductory course explores the core elements of creative non-fiction across genres such as travel writing, the personal essay and life writing.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £129.00
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  2. Painting 2
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 4 May 2023 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Tony Hull
    Covers themes similar to those in 'Painting course 1', but in more depth and with a stronger emphasis on experimentation. Suitable if you already have some experience in painting. Basic materials included.
    Full fee £389.00
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  3. Improve your speaking voice
    Evening
    Course start date:  Fri 28 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Lloyd Wylde
    Come and improve your vocal skills through voice production and speech exercises. Learn about self presentation, develop spontaneity and gain greater confidence by improving your communication skills in the workplace.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00
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  4. Using your voice for people who stammer
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 8 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Jenny Yeatman
    Increase your understanding of how voice is made and analyse your own voice production and how it is affected by your stammering. In a supportive group, practise techniques such as relaxation, posture, breathing and voice onset to develop your confidence to speak without avoidance and struggle. Work towards finding your inner voice.
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £16.00
  5. Voice technique: improvers
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 8 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Kate Montague
    This course will support your extended vocal development with a focus on resonance, tonality and pitch. Open to those who have completed at least one voice course previously as well as professionals looking to refresh their skills.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £90.00
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  6. Writing a memoir: an introduction
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    Course start date:  Wed 19 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    Some moments in our lives are so powerful they beg to be shared with the world. This six week course will help you plan and craft a memoir that will resonate and inspire.
    Full fee £129.00
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  7. SketchUp Pro stage 2
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 8 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Nicholas Williamson
    This intensive course is designed for people who have either completed the SketchUp Pro for beginners course or have previous experience of the software. A great opportunity to review your skills and take them to a more advanced level. There will be the opportunity for you to consider your own projects during the course.
    Full fee £319.00 Senior fee £255.00 Concession £207.00
  8. Life drawing: an extended study
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 8 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Ruth Brison
    A comprehensive course to build skills, vision and flair in drawing the human form. Use traditional and experimental approaches and a range of media, including charcoal and pastel.
    Full fee £359.00 Senior fee £287.00 Concession £233.00
  9. French beginners: module 1
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 27 Apr 2023 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Learn French on this lively interactive course for beginners. The course will be taught in French, with an emphasis on developing your speaking and listening skills.
    Full fee £189.00
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  10. Italian beginners: module 1
    Italian beginners: module 1
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 27 Apr 2023 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Learn to speak Italian on this communicative course for beginners, with the emphasis on the practical use of Italian and the development of your speaking and listening skills. Based on Nuovo Espresso 1 (Alma Edizioni, Italian version). Once you've completed this course you can continue with 'Italian beginners: module 2.'.
    Full fee £199.00
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  11. Japanese woodcut printmaking techniques
    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 26 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Carol Justin Wilhide
    An introduction to the beautiful and delicate printmaking world of Japanese Woodcut. Explore this water based, non-toxic process and build an appreciation for the handmade. You will learn how to design, carve and make a multi-coloured print. Beginners welcome.
    Full fee £249.00
  12. Brazilian Portuguese beginners: module 1
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 22 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Isabel Dos Santos
    With a population of 214 million, Brazil is the sixth largest country in the world by population size. This course aims to introduce you to Portuguese as spoken in Brazil, and is taught by a native Brazilian. You'll learn how to introduce yourself, talk about yourself and your family, and begin building your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills so that you can build a solid base for future study.
    Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
  13. Acting for radio: Theatre Company
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 22 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  David Gooderson
    PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FOR THIS COURSE HAVE NOW CLOSED.



    Become part of a radio repertory company and take part in creating and recording for broadcast (on Soundcloud) a performance of a radio play. This advanced course is for or those with previous experience in acting and radio, either through courses or industry. The piece will be So Great a Crime, first commissioned by the BBC and broadcast on Radio 4 in 2004 and 2005, David Gooderson then adapted his own play for the stage. It premiered at the Finborough Theatre in 2013 and, re-titled Hector toured nationally in 2015 ending with performances at the Ambassadors Theatre, London.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £104.00
  14. Acting: improvers
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 27 Apr 2023 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Sean Croft
    Continue your development as you explore a range of exercises and acting techniques that will illuminate and enliven a variety of scripts and scenes. Consolidate techniques and deepen your understanding in a safe and supportive atmosphere.
    Full fee £209.00
    Rating:
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  15. Mixing and music production techniques
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 29 Jun 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Max La Villa
    Ideal if you know the basics but want your music to sound more polished and professional. Tips and tricks for mixing, using compressors, limiters, EQ, reverb and other devices. Examples will be given in a variety of software on Mac computers, although the course is equally suitable for users of other systems.
    Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £118.00
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