Performing Arts Courses & Classes in London and Online
City Lit offers performing arts courses in the heart of Covent Garden in Central London during the evening, daytime and at weekends. Explore our range of subjects including acting, (including accredited acting courses), dance, radio and screen, and voice, speech and communication as well as a full range of music courses, such as piano, singing, strings and wind instruments to jazz and pop, music technology, music theory and history
Our courses are labelled clearly for beginners or those with previous experience and you can speak to a specialist advisor to help you choose the right level. If you would you like some help or advice:
For music courses email music@citylit.ac.uk. You can also view our music auditions and advice page.
For drama, dance and speech courses email drama@citylit.ac.uk
- City Lit gift vouchers - the perfect gift
Looking for that perfect present? Treat someone to the gift of learning with a course at City Lit. Available from £10, our gift vouchers can be used to book a place on any of our courses, from London walks and food tasting to museum visits, poetry and much more. Simply purchase your voucher and the recipient can choose from thousands of courses, at a time which suits them.Full fee £10.00 - Introduction to acting Course start date: Tue 20 Jan 2026 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Juliet PragueA fun encounter with the acting process. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and supportive environment.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £97.00 - Sing jazz: advancedCourse start date: Tue 20 Jan 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Clare FosterFor established singers with a sound technique and proven experience of singing jazz and Latin styles. Develop your solo performance and expand your repertoire in masterclass format. You will be required to prepare repertoire of your choice on a weekly basis.
Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £174.00 - Music production with Logic Course start date: Wed 21 Jan 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Max La VillaLogic is the industry standard music production software for Apple Mac computers. Discover audio recording and processing, MIDI composition and recording and effective use of Logic’s own high quality software instruments.Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £249.00 - Musical theatre dance: beginners Course start date: Wed 21 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Clinton GoldsmithLearn, develop and hone your dance technique in this fun and vibrant class. We will explore some of the most popular musicals from some of the best loved West End and Broadway shows. Suitable for beginners.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £118.00 - Vocal recording: production techniques Course start date: Fri 23 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Max La VillaLearn how to make recordings of sung and/or spoken voices, then edit them, add effects, or mix with other tracks. Suitable for those with some previous experience in digital audio.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £139.00 - Musicianship for singers 2 Course start date: Fri 23 Jan 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ruth BeckmannDevelop your understanding of theory and musicianship in relation to the singing. This course is for any singer who has basic knowledge of music theory and would like to improve the application of theory to their singing.
Break weeks
Term 1 27th - 31st Oct 2025
Term 2 16th - 20th Feb 2026
Term 3 25th - 29th May 2026Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £111.00 - Acting workshopCourse start date: Thu 29 Jan 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Laura BaggaleyExplore, rehearse and perform scenes from several modern plays in this lively acting course. Develop your stagecraft skills and meet like-minded people as you work together on scripts and acting exercises.
Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £153.00 - Stage management and technical theatre (Level 3 Award)Course start date: Fri 30 Jan 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Joss Best, Lucy EllisA unique and excellent opportunity to gain practical skills and experience in one or more areas of technical production in theatre. The course introduces all aspects of mounting a theatre production including stage management, lighting and sound. This course will lead to a Level 3 Award, accredited by Open College Network London and recognised nationally.
Full fee £799.00 Senior fee £799.00 Concession £799.00 - Presenting to camera for vlog and YoutubeCourse start date: Tue 3 Feb 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Kathryn WolfeDo you want to vlog or present on YouTube but don't know where to start? This course will cover what kit to use, and how to present to your viewers, whether streaming from home or on location. It’s a mix of presenting skills and technical advice for non-technical people, focussing on presenting and setting up your domestic recordings.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £153.00 - Afrocentric drummingCourse start date: Fri 6 Feb 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Paul ChiversExplore and indulge your enthusiasm for drumming with African rhythms and their variations. Improve your individual and group playing skills and learn how to apply a variety of percussive instruments to any musical style.
Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £149.00 - Piano: return to playingCourse start date: Fri 6 Feb 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Gary PrestonDid you once play the piano? Are you thinking of returning to playing? This short course, taught in a friendly and supportive environment, will help you refresh your skills and re-kindle your passion for piano!
Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £160.00 - The holistic voiceCourse start date: Sun 8 Feb 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Kate MontagueYour voice should be an extension of your character. This Sunday afternoon workshop offers accessible and empowering mind-body techniques to deepen your awareness and holistic connection to your voice so that the message you give out is true to your intention
Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £69.00 - Performance anxiety workshop for singersCourse start date: Tue 10 Feb 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Katherine StrohmaierA workshop designed to help singers overcome barriers to performing thorugh a series of reflective and practical exercises. Learn how to manage your Music Performance Anxiety (MPA) and be on your way to becoming a more confident and assured performer!Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £90.00 - Comedy writing and performing Course start date: Tue 10 Feb 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Alan NixonExplore your comedy writing and performance potential under the guidance of an Emmy-award winning comedy producer/director. Alan Nixon shares the skills behind creating powerful comedy using classic and modern techniques.
Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £153.00
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