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Taster courses

Experience the best of City Lit with our range of taster courses.

We understand that finding time to take up a new hobby or learn a new skill can be a challenge. Our taster courses are the perfect way to try something new and find out if a course is right for you. So whether you fancy exploring art history, creative writing or singing, we have the course for you.

If you've loved our courses this year then why not share the experience with your family and friends. With our online courses you can even learn together wherever you both are in the country!


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  1. Introduction to acting
    A group of actors at rehearsals
    Course start date:  Fri 16 May 2025 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Cara Jennings
    A fun one day intensive encounter with the acting process. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and supportive environment.
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £55.00
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  2. Manage your files on Apple Mac
    Apple Macbook Pro and Magic Mouse in Office
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Fri 23 May 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Michael Harding
    This course will equip you with the skills to become fully confident on how to save, manage, organize and search for files on your Apple Mac. This course is intended for beginners to experienced users who need to set up and tidy their Apple Mac folders and files.
    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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  3. Micro-memoir: a taster
    Evening
    Course start date:  Fri 20 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    A life is measured in moments as well as momentous occasions. This fun day workshop coaches students in the art of micro-memoir. Can you write about an instant that changed you in 200 words or less?
    Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00
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  4. Art history taster
    Painting of a woman standing in an art gallery, looking at paintings. Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
    Course start date:  Tue 1 Jul 2025 (and 7 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Sarah Jaffray
    Curious about art history? Join us for this taster session where we explore different ways into visual art and its histories from the ancient to the contemporary.
    Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00
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  5. Choosing the Right Career Path for you
    Female Foots in Black Boots Standing on Road With Arrow Markings Pointing in Different Directions With Three Options for Arrow Direction Left Right Or Move Forward Decision Making
    Course start date:  Fri 7 Nov 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Lila Veltze
    The search for work that can bring you happiness and fulfilment is an important endeavour as it can contribute greatly to your sense of wellbeing. Come and explore how to identify the right career path for you.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
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