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
- Tap dance: beginnersCourse start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jacqueline PertIf you are new to tap then this is the place to start. Come and find your dancing feet. Suitable for students of all ages with good general fitness. Tap shoes are essential.Full fee £169.00 - Classical ballet: beginnersCourse start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Designed for the complete beginner or for those wanting to go back to basics. Develop knowledge and skill in this enjoyable Ballet class which provides a fun and satisfying way to improve alignment, muscle tone, flexibility and coordination. The classes will also help to improve any other dance styles you might be practicing.Full fee £169.00 - Ukulele 1Course start date: Thu 27 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jake RodriguesLearn the essentials of playing the ukulele in this introductory course. You’ll learn complete songs from the first week. Strumming patterns will be taught and applied to various songs. By the end of term you should be able to accompany your own singing or play along to recordings. Break week: 3 Nov 2022.Full fee £169.00 - Acting: beginnersCourse start date: Sun 21 May 2023 (and 14 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cara JenningsExplore the fundamentals of acting on this practical course, designed for people with little or no experience of acting. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and exciting environment.Full fee £219.00 - Dance 60+Course start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (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 £139.00 - Dance 60+ performanceCourse start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Francis AngolOur aim is to inspire older men and women within the community to get creative through dance and movement, and to inspire others through performance. An ideal opportunity to flex both mind and body in this uplifting creative experience where you will get the chance to explore and discover your creative potential through dance and performance.Full fee £169.00 - Contemporary dance: beginnersCourse start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Orley QuickThis Contemporary dance class is a dynamic and fun experience based on the principles of Release-technique and some playful explorations. Simple movement phrases and tasks are built upon to develop greater awareness of the body in space and in relation to others. Floor, centre and travelling exercises lead to efficiency of movement, rhythmical and free-flowing dance sequences.Full fee £169.00 - Singing 1Course start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Trevor AlexanderStart singing and explore your voice in this fun, confidence-building course. These classes will introduce you to healthy use of your singing voice and basic musicianship through a selection of songs from a variety of genres. Break weeks: 2 May & 30 May 2023.Full fee £199.00 - Piano/keyboards 1A
Course start date: Tue 25 Apr 2023 (and 6 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ana Claudia MagalhaesThis is the beginning of our piano programme, designed for absolute beginners to both piano and music-reading. This classic course is the perfect way to start your piano playing.Full fee £179.00 - Ballet pointe: beginnersCourse start date: Wed 26 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Dilek TaptikThis short course offers you the opportunity to get introduced to pointe work at a pace that allows you to understand how to execute the basic exercises correctly. Working with correct alignment and safely are a focal point and to address any issues and concerns you may have. To get the most out of this course you should have attended regular ballet classes for at least 6 to 12 months.Full fee £109.00 - Floor barre: general levelCourse start date: Wed 26 Apr 2023 (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 £109.00 - Flamenco: beginnersCourse start date: Thu 27 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Danielle AllanLearn fundamental flamenco dance moves, steps and rhythms in an energising and supportive atmosphere. Experience the rich complexity of this Andalucian Gypsy art form, and develop presence, fitness and coordination.Full fee £169.00
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