Performing Arts Courses & Classes in London
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, dance and voice, speech and communication as well as a full range of music courses, such as piano and singing.
Our courses are labelled clearly for beginners or those with previous experience and you can speak to a specialist tutor in advance to help you choose the right level should you require help and advice.
Would you like some help or advice?
For music courses call 020 7492 2630 or email music@citylit.ac.uk. You can also view our music auditions and advice page.
For drama, dance and speech courses call 020 7492 2542 or email drama@citylit.ac.uk.
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Stage management and technical theatre production
Course Date: Mon 10 Feb 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThe core session times are Mondays and Fridays 18:30-21:30. Sessions will increase to include Sundays 11:00 – 16:30 from the 1st March 2020 onwards. This is to work in line with the CL Theatre company rehearsals. Individual call times may vary but 100% attendance is required whenever you are called.* Please note attendance at required Sunday sessions will be dependent on the technical role that you are allocated within the tech team. You will need an ability and willingness to have some flexibility.
This course will give you an excellent introduction to what is involved in Stage Managing a theatre production. You will also gain insight into lighting and sound. Following some preliminary practical sessions, you will go on to develop your skills while working as part of the student technical team, supporting the CL Theatre Company show. This is a unique and excellent opportunity to gain ‘hands on’ experience. This course is suitable for beginners or those with some previous experience.Full fee: £269.00Senior fee: £269.00Concession: £269.00 -
TV presenting: auditioning
Course Date: Wed 12 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn how to succeed in a TV Presenting audition. What happens in TV Presenting auditions and what skills are Producers looking for in TV presenters?Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £169.00Concession: £103.00 -
Introduction to Method acting
Course Date: Wed 12 Feb 2020
Location on this date: International HouseDevelop and build on your acting skills as you work for greater emotional, physical and psychological truth. This course is designed for beginners and for those with some acting experience.Full fee: £119.00Senior fee: £119.00Concession: £73.00 -
Acting: Grades 6-7 (Trinity)
Course Date: Wed 12 Feb 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetTake your acting to the next level through study and preparation of performance material from the syllabus of a nationally recognised qualification. Ideal for those seeking a challenging and stimulating term-long course.Full fee: £229.00Senior fee: £183.00Concession: £140.00 -
Screen acting (intensive)
Course Date: Sun 16 Feb 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWorking in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, you'll explore the basic technical skills required for working on camera.Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £169.00Concession: £103.00 -
Sibelius notation software: tips and tricks
Course Date: Tue 18 Feb 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIf you already know the basics of Sibelius, learn tips, tricks and shortcuts, how to create unusual or complex notation, and how to finesse layout in scores and parts. Tutor: Selena Kay.Full fee: £79.00Senior fee: £63.00Concession: £48.00 -
Improvising in classical instrumental music: introduction
Course Date: Wed 19 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA rare opportunity to explore improvisation in a supportive and playful environment. For instrumentalists with at least 3 years of classical training. Find creativity and freedom as you follow the greats: Bach, Mozart, Chopin….Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £36.00 -
Belly dancing: improvers (serpentine)
Course Date: Wed 19 Feb 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis is a mixed ability class suitable for beginners and improvers. This course will build on basic flowing, accented and fast movements, working with different styles of Arabic rhythms and music. Improve your technique and refine your isolations.Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £30.00 -
Music theory: grade 2
Course Date: Thu 20 Feb 2020
Location on this date: International HouseDevelop your knowledge of musical language by learning to read and write rhythm and melody in simple and compound time. Explore the concept of ledger lines, minor scales, intervals, and common key signatures, terms and signs.Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £139.00Concession: £85.00 -
TV presenting: professional training (stage 2)
Course Date: Fri 21 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis hands-on course develops to a higher level the elements of TV presenting covered in the previous course: TV presenting: professional training (stage 1), from camera and interviewing skills to scriptwriting. You will develop and finesse to a higher level of professional ability presenting skills acquired earlier. Students who have not previously undertaken Stage 1, but with relevant experience to a sufficient standard may join this course. If you are unsure of your level, please contact the Drama Department to discuss this.Full fee: £299.00Senior fee: £299.00Concession: £182.00 -
Stagecraft for singers
Course Date: Fri 21 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIf you are performing as a singer, in recitals, gigs, opera or music theatre, come and develop your presentation and movement skills to help you create an enagaging performance. Suitable for all levels, and all genres of solo vocal music.Full fee: £69.00Senior fee: £69.00Concession: £42.00 -
Promoting your music online
Course Date: Sat 22 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore ways to attract the right audience to your music. Learn how to upload your songs to digital music services like iTunes, and how to promote and share your work using social networks, blogs, mailing lists, music videos and more.Full fee: £69.00Senior fee: £69.00Concession: £69.00 -
Orchestra workshop
Course Date: Sun 23 Feb 2020 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA fun, intensive workshop for players of orchestral instruments of Grade 6 level upwards, with good music reading skills. Please click the 'Start interview' button to apply, or contact the Music Department directly.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £36.00 -
Lecoq technique: an introduction
Course Date: Mon 24 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetJacques Lecoq’s style of theatre training is in the body, it involves exploration of ourselves and the world we live in with a sense of curious play. Lecoq revolutionised the format of theatre craft and his style and techniques are recognised as essential tools to any professional working actor, in its most basic or grandest of themes. It is a style that hugs you warmly and sticks with you, adaptable and diverse.
The Lecoq technique is about the performers engagement, listening physically and their connection in the space, working together as an ensemble, devising your own work and finding new ways to do it are essential.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £79.00Concession: £60.00 -
Introduction to film music
Course Date: Mon 24 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetMusic has always been an important part of film-going, filling the silence and creating sometimes startling effects. We will look at the way directors have used music to enhance, enrich and enthral audiences from cinema’s earliest days. Tutor: Pauline Greene [external website].Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £79.00Concession: £60.00
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