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- Great works: Stabat mater from plainchant to PärtCourse start date: Thu 18 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Trish ShawThis course examines a core Latin Christian hymn text, Stabat mater dolorosa, which has received dozens of musical settings over eight centuries, from the 13th century to the present day. Why does this particular text hold such fascination for composers, and how has its meaning been interpreted through music?Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - Contemporary dance: beginnersCourse start date: Sat 20 Apr 2024 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Francis AngolThis course aims to give you a basic understanding of Contemporary dance that is influenced by other styles. The course provides an understanding of the basic principles, techniques and style. - Storytelling: tell your personal storyCourse start date: Sun 21 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: John EastmanTell your own personal story to others, and in so doing gain some perspective on how past events have shaped your life and how they will affect your future, while at the same time inspiring and informing others about life choices. The course will take place in a safe environment in the college. - The symphony: a short historyCourse start date: Tue 23 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Edward HendersonExplore the history and development of the symphony from JC Bach to Beethoven and into the twentieth century. Break week: 28 May 2024.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00 - Dance 60+Course start date: Tue 23 Apr 2024 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Francis AngolJoin our weekly dance and movement classes to improve mobility, posture, balance and coordination. Our aim is to inspire older men and women to get creative with dance and movement.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00 - Storytelling for business and pleasure 1Course start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: John EastmanAll cultures respect the world of Story. The ability to tell Stories, in a variety of settings, is a skill that has seen a strong resurgence both in the workplace and in contemporary performance. Gain greater confidence in your communication skills and apply this to your wider experience. This course will be delivered online.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £129.00 - Reading English literature aloud: late 20th century and beyondCourse start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vernon ThompsonCome and enjoy reading aloud short stories and passages from novels by late 20th century and contemporary novelists. Join our friendly Wednesday lunchtime reading club! This term:
The Remains of the Day-Kazuo Ishiguro
Bilgewater- Jane Gardam. - Play-readingCourse start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Simon BowenCome together with others to explore the work of different playwrights, share the spoken word and gain insight into different plays. These fun and friendly sessions are for people who would like to read and discuss plays under the guidance of a theatre professional. Working in a supportive atmosphere you will read out loud and discuss the main themes of a range of both contemporary and classic texts. The two plays that will be read are 'Lysistrata' by Aristophanes (Patric Dickinson translation) and 'Three Birds' by Janice Okoh.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information. - Floor barre: general levelCourse start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Dilek TaptikFloor-Barre is a wonderful conditioning programme for everyone, regardless of age and ability. Work through all the important muscle groups while safely supporting the body on the floor. All levels welcome.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00 - Men's balletCourse start date: Thu 25 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Martin WimpressPerfect if you've never taken a ballet class before, or if you did ballet as a child and want to return. This men’s ballet course provides slow and fun training in how to use your body correctly, with a focus on correct placement, stance and posture. - Exploring classical music: module 2Course start date: Thu 25 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Neil LuckDo you want to know more about classical music history? Explore selected topics and key works in Baroque to Classical music on this highly informative 10 week course. Ideal for people with no specialist knowledge. Please note this course has a scheduled mid-term break: 30 May 2024.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00 - Exploring classical music: module 3Course start date: Tue 23 Apr 2024 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Neil LuckDo you want to know more about classical music history? Explore selected topics and key works in Romantic and modern music on this highly informative 10 week course. Ideal for people with no specialist knowledge. Please note this course has a mid-term break: 28 May 2024.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00 - Storytelling for business and pleasure 2Course start date: Thu 25 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Ariella EshedExploring ways of telling stories with language, physicality, gesture and rhythm, solo and in groups. Telling brief stories has also become a strong component within the world of Business, so we shall examine the way ‘story’ can be used in talks, presentations, lectures, and more informal settings. This course will be delivered online.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information. - Mindful singingCourse start date: Sat 27 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Clare FosterEngage all your senses to connect mind and body awareness while singing. Explore how the psyche affects how we relate to singing. This is a practical course in the classroom with an accompanist for singers in all styles.Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £215.00 Concession £188.00 - Acting for wellbeingCourse start date: Tue 7 May 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Juliet PragueIncrease your physical and emotional wellbeing through playful and fun acting exercises. Connect, take notice, be active, learn new skills, become more present and engaged with others using tools drawn from actor training.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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