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
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- The art of negotiatingCourse start date: Wed 26 Apr 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Gavin IllsleyNegotiation is a communication skill essential in solving problems and reaching your goals. Learn to prepare well and to feel confident using logical and emotional tools to achieve great outcomes. The course will be taught online.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £99.00 - Improve your speaking voiceCourse start date: Fri 28 Apr 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Lloyd WyldeCome 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 - Introduction to actingCourse start date: Fri 26 May 2023 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Gemma KerrA fun one day intensive encounter with the acting process. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and supportive environment.Full fee £69.00 - Singing for absolute beginnersCourse start date: Wed 5 Jul 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Heather LongmanStart your journey as a singer this summer with this short, enjoyable course. Take your first important steps towards a healthy vocal technique and confidence in your singing.Full fee £69.00 - Tap dance: beginnersCourse start date: Thu 27 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 £139.00 - Sing with confidenceCourse start date: Mon 24 Apr 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Richard Hartley WilsonIf you are nervous of singing in public, scared to open your mouth or just want to know how your voice works, this course is for you. Classes are fun and cover a wide range of musical styles, so there is something for everyone. Break weeks 1st May 2023 8th May and 29th May 2023.Full fee £179.00 - 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: Fri 28 Apr 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 supportive environment.Full fee £199.00 - 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 - Radio presenting: beginners (online)Course start date: Tue 16 May 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Allis MossTake your first steps as a presenter at the mic - whether it's for radio or podcasting or any other platform. You'll practise ad-libbing and reading scripts including your own, learn to ask guests the right questions in interviews and read the news. This course is supported by a media technician who will edit student recordings each session for that future demo. It's suitable for anyone wanting to improve presenting or performance skills - or if you’re just looking to build general confidence at the mic or speaking in public.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £159.00 - 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 - Debating: beginnersCourse start date: Wed 26 Apr 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Gavin IllsleyDebating requires the ability to speak English persuasively in public and, crucially, to respond rapidly to other people’s objections to what you say. We will cover the theory and practice of debating, and you will progress quickly in areas of content, strategy and style. A great mental workout.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £119.00
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