Eden Court CREATIVE Autumn 2017 Brochure by Eden Court Theatre & Cinema

EDEN COURT classes & activities from August 2017 Box Office 01463 234 234 www.eden-court.co.uk

for children I for adults I for everyone

Welcome to Summer 2017 with Eden Court CREATIVE! CO N T E N TS Special Events

4-6

Christmas Shows

Classes for Under 5s

8-9

Classes for 5 – 12s

10-11

Timetable

12-13

Classes for 13 – 17s

14-15

“Eden Court CREATIVE is a great resource for everyone in the Highlands both young and old. If you haven’t tried it yet, start participating and get CREATIVE – you never know where it might lead.”

Qualifications at Eden Court

EDEN COURT CREATIVE’S AMBASSADOR AND FORMER STUDENT, KAREN GILLAN (Jumanji, Guardians of the Galaxy)

Classes for Adults

17-20

Accessible Arts

Free Classes

Tickets & Info

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“Eden Court CREATIVE works across the Highlands, connecting with young people through theatre arts. I began my journey at Eden Court and hope my support will encourage more young people to get involved.” EDEN COURT CREATIVE’S AMBASSADOR FOR DANCE AND FORMER STUDENT, JAMES PETT (Wayne McGregor, Random Dance Company)

All photography of class participants and staff: Ewen Wetherspoon www.ewphoto.co.uk

SUPPORTED BY

Eden Court Highlands (trading as Eden Court) is a company registered in Scotland (company number SC63216) and a charity registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (registered number SCO08237)

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Welcome to our autumn term at Eden Court CREATIVE! It’s the perfect time to learn something new or develop your skills with one of our wonderful classes. We’ve all the old favourites, from ballet (p14) to painting (p20), as well as some fabulous new additions: comedy writing and performance (p14&20), reading literature for fun (p22) and youth jazz dance (p15). Don’t miss our annual Christmas shows (p7), or the return of Just Sing Rock (p5)! Grab a cuppa and have a look through to see what takes your fancy this term.Come on – get CREATIVE! Katyana Kozikowska Eden Court CREATIVE Manager

SPECIAL EVENTS 98 EDEN COURT COMMUNITY DANCE COMPANY STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 11.30 I ALL AGES I £4.00 PER PERSON SAT 02 SEP I SAT 16 SEP I SAT 30 SEP I SAT 04 NOV I SAT 18 NOV

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You can bring your granny and your mammy to this fun and lively class, where family and friends of all ages come to dance together. Come as a pair, a group, or a gaggle, all are welcome! As well as the usual fun, games and boogie, the Community Dance Company will be creating a short performance which will be part of the Little Elves’ Christmas Party (p5).

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MACLEAN ROOM I 14.00 – 16.00 I ALL AGES (UNDER 12’S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT) SUN 27 AUG I SUN 01 OCT I SUN 05 NOV £12.00 I THREE SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00 (UNDER 5’S GO FREE)

This family friendly hand drumming class, led by tutor Carol Scorer, is for all ages and abilities – whether you have experience or have never touched a drum before. These facilitated sessions will explore community music making through hand drums, percussion and expressive rhythm. Drums and percussion will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own. Contact cocarol@talktalk.net for more info.

SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE MASTERCLASS STUDIO 2 I FRI 15 SEP I 14.00 – 16.00 I 14 - 17 YEARS FREE WITH TICKET FOR VELVET PETAL PERFORMANCE ON SAT 16 SEP

Try out movement and theatre making skills to find out how the physical vocabulary of Velvet Petal was developed. Two dancers from Scottish Dance Theatre lead this masterclass: ideal for young people with an interest in performance. You don’t need to be a master but you need to be ready to try new approaches.

Scottish Dance Theatre will also deliver the Advanced Dance Class on FRI 15 SEP (p18). Buying a ticket for the performance in the One Touch Theatre on SAT 16 SEP entitles you to book a free place in either class.

LOST & FOUND PROJECT PERFORMANCE JIM LOVE STUDIO I SAT 23 SEP I 18.00 I ALL AGES I FREE BUT TICKETED

‘Lost & Found’ is a Drake Music Scotland Project devised and delivered by musician Sonia Allori with Strokeness, a local support group for stroke survivors. This performance features a new set of songs created and performed live by a specially formed ensemble including iPad, guitar, fiddle, clarinet and tuba! This project is supported by the Gordon and Ena Baxter Foundation and PRS for Music Foundation

STREET THEATRE FESTIVAL WORKSHOP

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STUDIO 2 I MON 09– SAT 14 OCT I 13YRS+ I £20.00 FOR THE WEEK

An amazing opportunity to work intensively with Eden Court CREATIVE on building and devising a fresh new innovative piece of street theatre. During the first 3 days you will learn the basics of street theatre, then devise and rehearse a new street theatre performance which you will take to the streets of Inverness on the 12th-14th October as part of the Inverness Street Theatre Festival. No previous performance experience necessary. Costume and make-up will be provided. You must be able to attend all three rehearsal days and all of the performance days. Don't delay as places are limited and will go fast!

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REHEARSAL DAYS

PERFORMANCE DAYS

MON 09 OCT: 11.00-16.00

THU 12 OCT: 10.00-17.00

TUE 10 OCT: 11.00-16.00

FRI 13 OCT: 10.00-17.00

WED 11 OCT: 11.00-16.00

SAT 14 OCT: 10.00-17.00

SPECIAL EVENTS

SUPPORTED BY

JUST SING ROCK TAKE PART ONETOUCH THEATRE I SUN 29 OCT I WORKSHOP: 15.00-17.00 I £10.00

A workshop for singers of all abilities. Just Sing Rock offers a fun alternative to the traditional classical or community choir experience. Join in as part of a large, informal group and sing familiar classics in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. No audition or previous experience required – you just have to be prepared to let your hair down and sing your heart out. The afternoon workshop will culminate in an evening performance with The JS Experience, a five piece band featuring some of the most versatile and experienced musicians in the Highlands. Enjoy all the fun of singing without the formalities. No charge to current Just Sing participants for the workshop if they bring a friend! Workshop participants do not require a ticket for the performance.

JUST SING ROCK WATCH THE SHOW PERFORMANCE: 19.00 I £8.00 I £8.00 / £5.00 CONCESSIONS

Performers from Just Sing plus guests, accompanied by The JS Experience, present a medley of familiar classics by Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, David Bowie and more.

LITTLE ELVES’ CHRISTMAS PARTY STUDIO 2 I SAT 02 & SUN 03 DEC I 11.00 – 12.00 I 12.30 – 13.30 I 14.30 – 15.30 £4.50 PER PERSON I £16.00 FOR A PARTY OF FOUR (A TICKET IS REQUIRED FOR BOTH BABY & PARENT)

Get your Under 5's in the festive spirit with this jam-packed hour of singing, dancing, games and creative play. Santa's workshop is a busy place at this time of year, so bring your Little Elves along to help out and let off some steam! Make sure to wear red and green!

AUDITIONS EDEN COURT YOUNG DANCE COMPANY STUDIO 2 I SAT 19 AUG I 10.00 – 11.30 I 12-21 YEARS

We are auditioning again for the Young Dance Company, for what promises to be a successful and exciting seventh year. Applicants need to have commitment, motivation and enthusiasm as well as previous dance experience in any style. If you would like to audition, please contact Louise Marshall, Eden Court CREATIVE Dance Artist for more information and an application form: lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk.

SNOW WHITE JUNIOR CHORUS EDEN COURT I SUN 27 AUG I REGISTRATION 09.30 I 9-16YRS

We are looking for young people aged between 9 and 16 years old to join our junior chorus teams for the sensational Snow White! This is an amazing opportunity to perform in a professional show but this does require a great deal of time and commitment. For detailed information and audition forms please visit www.imaginetheatre.co.uk/childrens-auditions.

EDEN COURT YOUNG COMPANY THE MACLEAN ROOM I WED 06 SEP I 16.00 – 20.00 I 13 – 19 YRS

Now in its 9th year, the Eden Court Young Company (ECYC) is an auditioned youth theatre that rehearses on a project by project basis. The ECYC has performed at the National Theatre of Scotland Exchange Festival, the National Festival of Youth Theatre and at Fort George with ‘A Century Untold’. Successful applicants must be able to rehearse from October 2017 – April 2018 (excluding holidays). If you would like to book an audition slot please contact Eden Court CREATIVE Manager Katyana Kozikowska at kkozikowska@eden-court.co.uk!

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ONETOUCH THEATRE I FRI 03 NOV I 19.00 I £5.00 / £3.00 CONCESSIONS

Tha Eden Court CHRUTHACHAIL, ann an compàirt ri Fèisean nan Gàidheal a’ taisbeanadh oidhche de theatar Òigridh Gàidhlig, a’ foillseachadh pìosan ùra de theatar a th’air a chruthachadh agus air a chur an gnìomh le daoine òga bho air feadh Alba. A-nis anns a chòigeamh bliadhna, tha Fèis Theatar Òigridh Ghàidhlig a’ tarraing òigridh còmhla airson dà latha de bùithtean obrach, leasachadh agus ruith-thairis mus taisbean iad na pìosan teatar ùra a tha iad air innleachd do luchd amharc poblach anns an teatar One Touch. Tha Fèis Theatar Òigridh Ghàidhlig a’ faighinn taic bho Mhaoin Leasachaidh Dràma Gàidhlig aig Bòrd na Gàidhlig

Eden Court CREATIVE, in partnership with Fèisean nan Gàidheal, present an evening of Gaelic Youth Theatre, featuring brand new pieces of theatre created and performed by young people from groups across Scotland. Now in its 5th year, the Gaelic Youth Theatre Festival brings young people together for 2 days of workshops, development and rehearsals before they perform their newly devised pieces of theatre to a public audience in the One Touch Theatre. The Gaelic Youth Theatre Festival is supported by Bòrd na Gàidhlig’s Gaelic Drama Development Fund

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CHRISTMAS SHOWS

AN INTERACTIVE SHOW FOR UNDER 5’S (AND THEIR FAMILIES) I JIM LOVE STUDIO FRI 15 & SUN 17 DEC : 12.30 / 14.00 / 15.30 I SAT 16 DEC: 11.00 / 12.30 / 14.00 / 15.30 MON 18 DEC – THU 21 DEC: 11.00 / 12.30 / 14.00 £7.00 (UNDER 1’S GO FREE!) I FAMILY TICKET £25.00 (MAX 4 PEOPLE) SCHOOLS / NURSERY GROUPS £6.00 (GROUPS 10+ GET 11TH TICKET FREE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

It’s the week before Christmas and Frosty the gardener is lonely. There’s not much happening in the vegetable patch, or so Frosty thinks. It’s cold, it’s snowy and the only thing growing are the brussel sprouts. Above the soil he finds a brave young brussel called Russel, who takes him on a magical journey to unearth Frosty’s festive spirit and bring some happiness back to his allotment. After the sell out success of ‘No Post for Postie’ and the 4 star ‘When the Winter Wind Blows’ Eden Court CREATIVE’s team bring you their latest show to make you feel all warm inside this Christmas. “At every point, the children get a chance to help; in a magical encounter that might just fire their imaginations for a lifetime, made just for them, at Eden Court.” Joyce McMillian, Scotsman

EDUCATING RITA ONETOUCH THEATRE I TUE 19 – THU 21 DEC I 20.00 I 15YRS+ £8.00 (EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES)

Featuring local Highland talent, Willy Russell’s award-winning and hugely popular play gets Eden Court CREATIVE’s ‘anti panto’ treatment! Frank has almost given up. Bored of teaching undergraduate English students he turns to drink and burying his head in books. And then Rita walks in. A 26 year old hairdresser with a hunger for education. With Rita's brash honesty and Frank’s deep intellect, they each inspire the other to wake up to life and get living. An uplifting tale of self-discovery, and the power that lies in education. “A marvelous play, painfully funny and passionately serious; a hilarious social documentary; a fairy tale with a quizzical, half happy ending” London Sunday Times

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Classes for under 5s DRAMA 101 I LET’S PRETEND

MUSIC & DANCE block booking

12 I LET’S BOOGIE

NEW CLASS

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STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 10.45 I 1-3 YRS

STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 11.45 I STANDING TO 3 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV

FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT - FRI 17 NOV

£44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

This terrific new class offers parents and carers a chance to dance with their toddlers, having fun as the wee ones build their creative movement and coordination skills. Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

This marvellous class for children aged 1-3 years aims to let little ones explore their imaginations through drama. With a different theme each week, this is a great introduction into the world of theatre; acting up is encouraged! Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

13 I BUNNY BEATS 02 I DRAMA FUN

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 14.15 I 3-5 YRS WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT - WED 15 NOV Please note that the class on WED 13 SEP will take place in the Maclean Room.

£44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

An exciting drama group for children aged 3 – 5 years which will explore a different theme or story each week. Parents are encouraged to leave their little ones for the class - a great chance to have a quiet coffee downstairs.

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30 – 14.15 I 3-5 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

If your wee ones like to dance, wriggle or jiggle about then bring them along to this fun class to learn the basics of dance such as rhythm and coordination. Parents are encouraged to leave the little ones for the class –a great chance to have a quiet coffee downstairs.

45 I TINY TUNES

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.00 – 11.45 I 1-4 YRS THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT - THU 16 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

This fun-filled class with tutor Monica Neeling uses singing, rhymes, movement, percussion playing and musical games to help your child grow in musical ability, confidence and creativity. Parents required to stay (and join in the fun!) page 8

Classes for under 5s CREATIVE PLAY

44 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 1 JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.20 – 12.30 block booking

23 I BOUNCIN’ BEANS

STUDIO 2 I 10.30 – 11.30 I BIRTH TO SITTING WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT - WED 15 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

We introduce new babies and parents to all sorts of creative play at this popular class that includes a bit of everything: music, object play, movement, and rhymes. Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

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24 I BIGGER BEANS

STUDIO 2 I 11.45 – 12.30 I CRAWLING TO STANDING WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT - WED 15 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

As 23 – BOUNCIN’ BEANS above, but for older ones.

25 I GIANT BEANS

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NEW TIME

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10 WKS – AROUND 6 MTHS FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT - FRI 17 NOV Please note that there will be no class on FRI 01 & FRI 15 SEP. £54.00 I NINE WEEK TERM

Birthlight Baby Yoga classes enhance playful interaction and communication between parent and baby and promote babies' healthy development. Baby Yoga expands the benefits of touch by using fun movements, sound/voice and rhythms interactively. The classes promote joint parent and baby relaxation using different techniques including music and awareness of breathing. Simple post-natal yoga is included so please wear something comfortable. These are lovely sociable classes with time built in for chat about all things baby. Each individual baby must be accompanied by an adult. This class welcomes mums, dads, and other carers.

76 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 2

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.00 – 11.10

STUDIO 2 I 13.00 – 14.00 18 MTHS (IF WALKING) – 3 YRS WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT - WED 15 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

AROUND 6 MTHS – 11 MTHS FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT - FRI 17 NOV

For children who have enjoyed Bouncin' and Bigger Beans - this class is for children aged 18 months to 3 years who are now walking. Classes include a mix of music, object play, movement and rhymes.

As 44 – PARENT & BABY YOGA 1 above, but a more active, lively class for older babies who can sit securely. This block will include more active yoga play for parents and babies, so please wear something comfortable. Each individual baby must be accompanied by an adult. This class welcomes mums, dads, and other carers. Please note: there is no requirement to have attended PARENT & BABY YOGA 1.

Please note that there will be no class on FRI 01 & FRI 15 SEP.

£54.00 I NINE WEEK TERM

Parent & Baby Yoga tutor, Hazel Marr, will contact all new class participants before the term starts for an informal introduction and check on any relevant health matters.

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Classes for 5-12s

DRAMA 14 I DRAMA FOR 5-8 YRS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV Please note that the class on TUE 12 SEP will take place in the Maclean Room.

£55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Children can build confidence and make new friends in this exciting drama class using play, drama games, creative activities and theatre related exercises.

16 I DRAMA FOR 9-12 YRS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.45 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV Please note that the class on TUE 12 SEP will take place in the Maclean Room.

£55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Have fun in this exciting drama class exploring text, voice, character and movement through theatre games and exercises. The class will work towards an informal showcase performance at the end of the year and will help develop your performance skills.

26 I MUSICAL THEATRE FOR 9-16 YRS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00 – 17.30 I 9-16 YRS WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT - WED 15 NOV £55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Master the skills of musical theatre and get hints and tips on how to be a star! Wear loose comfortable clothing and have bare feet or wear jazz shoes. For any level of experience.

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36 I DANCE JAM FOR 5-8 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT - THU 16 NOV £55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

The perfect way to introduce kids to the exciting world of creative movement and dance and learn the basics of modern dance technique!

37 I DANCE JAM FOR 9-12 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 16.45 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT - THU 16 NOV £55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Keep jammin’ with our 9 –12 yrs dance class which combines a mixture of dance styles, from Hip-Hop to Contemporary, and introduces basic technique and encourages dancers to get creative!

95 I STREET DANCE FOR 5-8 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV £55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Get down and learn fresh hip hop grooves in this class designed specially for the hippest youngsters. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

Classes for 5-12s Our classes for 5-12s are suitable for children currently attending primary school.

DANCE

DIGITAL MEDIA

15 I STREET DANCE FOR 9-12 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 17.00 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV £55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

An up-beat class where you can start to dance in breaking styles, learn the freshest moves, become part of a crew and perform regularly. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers.

ACCESSIBLE ARTS 05 I HULLABALOO

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 17.00 I 5-12 YRS MON 04 SEP I MON 02 OCT I MON 06 NOV I MON 04 DEC £16.00 I FOUR SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00

Hullabaloo is a creative arts group for children with additional support needs. The group aims to encourage imagination and confidence through the use of games and creative play, and helps children to develop their social skills in a safe and supportive environment. The theme for this term is: ADVENTURES

27 I FILMMAKING FOR 9-12 YRS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00 – 17.30 I 9-12 YRS WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT – WED 13 DEC £120.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM THE TERM IS ALSO AVAILABLE TO BOOK IN TWO BLOCKS: £56.00 FOR AUG – OCT (SEVEN WEEK BLOCK) £64.00 FOR OCT-DEC (EIGHT WEEK BLOCK)

Try film-making, stop-frame animation, vision mixing and video projection, or turn your ideas into a music video or short film using professional cameras and editing using Final Cut Pro on Apple Macs. You’ll also have a chance to see your finished work in a special screening at Eden Court’s cinema at the end of the term. No experience necessary!

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

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50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED

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Classes at a glance weekly classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

MONDAYS 01 56 47 48 51 04 06 07 09

Integrated Performance Group Let’s Paint with Acrylics LAMDA: Entry Level/Grade 1+2 LAMDA: Grade 3 LAMDA: Grade 4 Just Dance! Just Sing! Contemporary Dance Dance Performance Group

10.15-12.15 13.30-15.30 16.00-17.00 17.00-18.00 18.00-19.00 17.45-18.45 19.00-20.30 19.00-20.30 20.30-21.30

Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Studio 2

16+ 16+ Suggested age 8-15yrs Suggested age 13-15yrs Suggested age 16+ 16+ 18+ 16+ 16+

17/21 20 16 16 16 17 19 17 17

TUESDAYS 12 66 13 14 95 16 15 18 17 21 22 54

Let’s Boogie Creative Arts Transitions (C.A.T.) Bunny Beats Drama for 5-8yrs Street Dance for 5-8yrs Drama for 9-12yrs Street Dance for 9-12yrs Eden Court Youth Theatre Street Dance for 13-17yrs Drama Lab Adobe Photoshop Yoga

11.00 – 11.45 11.15-12.15 13.30-14.15 16.00-16.45 16.00-16.45 16.45-18.00 17.00-18.00 18.00-19.30 18.00-19.30 19.30-21.30 18.30-20.30 19.30-21.00

Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2

Standing to 3yrs 15+ 3-5yrs 5-8yrs 5-8yrs 9-12yrs 9-12yrs 13-17yrs 13-17yrs 18+ 16+ 18+

8 15/21 8 10 10 10 11 14 15 17 19 20

10.30-11.30 11.45-12.30 13.00-14.00 13.30-14:15 14.30-16.30 16.00-17.30 16.00-17.30 17.30-18.30 17.30-19.00 17.45-19.45 18.30-20.00 19.00-20.00 19.30-20.30 20.00-21.30 20.00-21.30

Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio The Chapel Jim Love Studio Studio 2

Birth to Sitting Crawling to Standing 18mths (if walking)-3yrs 3-5yrs 16+ 9-16yrs 9-12yrs Suggested age 16+ Suggested Age 13+ 13-17yrs 16+ Suggested Age 16+ 18+ Suggested age16+ 16+

9 9 9 8 20 10 11 16 16 15 18 16 19 16 18

THURSDAYS 52 Gracenotes Dance Performance Group 10.30-12.00

Studio 2

Adults

Tiny Tunes

11.00 -11.45

Jim Love Studio

1-4yrs

Daytime Filmmaking for Adults

13.00-16.00

Digital Room

18+

Dance Jam for 5-8yrs

16.00-16.45

Studio 2

5-8yrs

LAMDA: Musical Theatre Grade 1-3

16.30-18.00

Jim Love Studio

Suggested Age 8+

Dance Jam for 9-12yrs

16.45-18.00

Studio 2

9-12yrs

Ballet Basics

18.00-19.30

Jim Love Studio

14+

14/18

Modern Ballet

18.00-19.30

Studio 2

14+

14/18

Filmmaking for Adults

18.00-21.00

Digital Room

18+

Creative Writing

18.30-20.30

SGL Room

18+

Eden Court Youth Dance Group

19.30-21.30

Jim Love Studio

13-17yrs

WEDNESDAYS 23 Bouncin’ Beans 24 Bigger Beans 25 Giant Beans 02 Drama Fun 55 Let’s Draw 26 Musical Theatre for 9-16yrs 27 Filmmaking for 9-12yrs 67 LAMDA: Grade 5 70 LAMDA: Musical Theatre Grade 4-Elite 30 Filmmaking for 13-17yrs 31 Tap Dance 65 LAMDA: Elite 1 34 Singing for the Shy 68 LAMDA: Elite 2 35 Jazz Dance

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weekly classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

FRIDAYS 76

Parent & Baby Yoga 2

10.00-11.10

Jim Love Studio

6mths-11mths

101

Let’s Pretend

10.00–10.45

Studio 2

1-3yrs

Advanced Dance Class

11.00-12.30

Studio 2

18+

Draw The Dancers

11.00-12.30

Studio 2

18+

Parent & Baby Yoga 1

11.20-12.30

Jim Love Studio

10wks-6mths

Digital Animation: Beginners

16.00-18.00

Digital Room

Youth Comedy Writing and Performance

18.00-19.30

Jim Love Studio

13-17yrs

Youth Jazz Dance

18:30-20:00

Studio 2

13-17yrs

Digital Animation: Improvers/Advanced

18.00-20.00

Digital Room

Adult Comedy Writing and Performance

19:30-21:30

Jim Love Studio

13-17yrs

18.00-20.00

Studio 2

13+

SATURDAYS/SUNDAYS 57

Capoeira

other classes Class No. Title

Place

Age

Page

Eden Court Community Sat 26 Aug I Sat 09 Sep I Sat 23 Sep I Sat 04 Nov I Sat 18 Nov I 10.00-11.30 Dance Company

Time

Studio 2

All Ages

DrumJam

Sun 27 Aug I Sun 01 Oct I Sun 05 Nov I 14.00-16.00

Maclean Room All Ages

Hullabaloo

Mon 04 Sep I Mon 02 Oct I Mon 06 Nov I Mon 04 Dec I 16.00-17.00

Studio 2

5-12yrs

11/21

In Stitches

Every even Tues I 18.00

Café

18+

100

Poetry For Everyone

Mon 07 Aug I Mon 04 Sep I Mon 02 Oct I Mon 06 Nov Mon 04 Dec I 19.00-20.30

SGL Room

18+

Highland Web Group

Tue 15 Aug I Tue 19 Sep I Tue 17 Oct I Tue 21 Nov I Tue 19 Dec I 19.00-21.00

The Chapel

All Ages

Reading Literature for Fun

Thu 24 Aug – Thu 05 Oct I Thu 02 Nov – Thu 16 Nov I 14.00 -15.30

Studio 2

18+

Book Group

Thu 24 Aug I Thu 28 Sep I Thu 26 Oct I Thu 23 Nov I 19.30-21.00

The Chapel

16+

Playwriting

Wed 23 Aug I Wed 06 Sep I Wed 20 Sep I Wed 04 Oct I 18.00-22.00 Wed 01 Nov I Wed 15 Nov I Wed 29 Nov I Wed 13 Dec

The Chapel

18+

special events Title

Time

Place

Age

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Eden Court Young Dance Company Audition

Sat 19 Aug I 10.00 – 11.30

Studio 2

12-21yrs

Snow White Junior Chorus Auditions

Sun 27 Aug I 09.30

Eden Court

9-16yrs

Eden Court Young Company Audition

Wed 06 Sep I 16.00 – 20.00

Maclean Room

13-19yrs

Scottish Dance Theatre Masterclass

Fri 15 Sep I 14.00-16.00

Studio 2

14-17yrs

Lost & Found Project Performance

Sat 23 Sep I 18.00

Jim Love Studio

All Ages

Inverness Street Theatre Festival Workshop

Mon 09 – Sat 14 Oct I 11.00 – 16.00

Studio 2

13yrs+

Just Sing Rock

Sun 29 Oct I Workshop 15.00-17.00 Performance 19.00 OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

Fèis Thèatar Òigridh Ghàidhlig

Fri 03 Nov I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

Little Elves Christmas Party

Sat 02 & Sun 03 Dec I 11.00 I 12.30 I 14.30

Studio 2

Under 5s

Frosty’s Allotment

Fri 15 – Thu 21 Dec I 11.00 I 12.30 I 14.00 I 15.30

Jim Love Studio

Under 5’s

Educating Rita

Tue 19 – Thu 21 Dec I 20.00

OneTouch Theatre

15yrs+

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Please note some of our Adult Classes (pages 17 - 20) are also open to 16 & 17 year olds.

Classes for 13-17s

DRAMA

DANCE

18 I EDEN COURT YOUTH THEATRE

38 I BALLET BASICS block booking

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13-17 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV £66.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Come and learn drama skills including movement, mime, improvisation and script work. ECYT receive opportunities to perform throughout the year; so if you want to get into acting, this is the place to be! No previous experience necessary.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS + THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT - THU 16 NOV £77.00 (18+) I £66.00 (14-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8.00 (18+) I £7.00 (14-17 YRS)

Suitable for beginners, this class will teach the fundamentals of ballet technique, including posture and alignment as well as the basic steps. Socks or ballet shoes required.

91 I MODERN BALLET

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS + THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT-THU 14 DEC

73I YOUTH COMEDY WRITING AND PERFORMANCE

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13-17 YRS FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT - FRI 17 NOV £66.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Do you think you have funny bones? Have you ever wanted to write or perform comedy, but were too nervous or just didn’t know where to start? Well, why not join our inclusive, immersive and imaginative course where you’ll learn improvisation, joke writing and storytelling. All you need to bring is your imagination, your face and your words... and maybe a pen!

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Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. £105.00 (18+) I £90.00 (14-17 YRS) I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

Suitable for dancers with a solid grounding in Ballet technique and a reasonable level of fitness, this class offers more challenging sequences and a focus on style and expression. Socks or ballet shoes required.

41 I EDEN COURT YOUTH DANCE GROUP

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.30 – 21.30 I 13-17 YRS THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT – THU 16 NOV £66.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

A high energy class incorporating contemporary and jazz dance technique, devising and choreography.

Classes for 13-17s DANCE

DIGITAL MEDIA

32 I YOUTH JAZZ DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30 – 20.00 I 13 –17 YRS FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT - FRI 17 NOV £66.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Learn the latest sassy moves in this high energy dance class. Open to all levels but a good level of fitness is required.

17 I STREET DANCE FOR 13-17 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13 –17 YRS TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV £55.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

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30 I FILMMAKING FOR 13-17 YRS DIGITAL ROOM I 17.45 – 19.45 I 13-17 YRS WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT– WED 13 DEC Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. £150.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

An open level class to come and train in the latest urban dance styles. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers.

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

ACCESSIBLE ARTS

DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00 – 18.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT – FRI 15 DEC Please note that there will be no class on FRI 15 SEP. Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. £182.00 (18+) / £154.00 (13-17 YRS) / £126.00 (8-12 YRS) FOURTEEN WEEK TERM

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66 I CREATIVE ARTS TRANSITIONS (C.A.T.) JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.15 – 12.15 I 15 YRS+ TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV Please note that on TUE 12 SEP the class will take place in the Maclean Room. There will be no class on TUE 19 SEP. £40.00 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00

This fabulous group is aimed at senior school aged students with additional support needs. The weekly classes are programmed during the school day so that students can be accompanied by familiar support staff, who will join them in the activities. Each week will be dedicated to a different style of creative workshop, lead by tutor Hayley Savage: - Team Building and Socialising Through Games - Drama Skills - Movement and Dance - Arts and Crafts In addition to the weekly sessions, the C.A.T. group will also have the opportunity to access special C.A.T. cinema screenings of the latest films, programmed once a term.

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Create your own characters, scenes and storylines at these popular classes. We’ll learn how to create 3D environments and bring them to life, just like the magicians who brought you Finding Nemo and Toy Story! Book early – extremely limited places. No experience necessary, just bring ideas!

50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED

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DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00 – 20.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 03 NOV – FRI 15 DEC Please note that there will be no class on FRI 15 SEP. Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. £182.00 (18+) / £154.00 (13-17 YRS) / £126.00 (8-12 YRS) FOURTEEN WEEK TERM

This class is open only to those who have already attended the Digital Animation for Beginners course run by Eden Court. Very limited places so book early.

DIGITAL ANIMATION CLASSES If you are able to bring your own laptop, please inform Box Office when booking. Our tutor will upload the correct software to your machine. Please contact Fraser MacDonald on jfraserm@yahoo.com if you have any questions about system requirements.

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QUALIFICATIONS AT EDEN COURT ARTS AWARDS If you’re attending one of our classes, you can also access an Arts Award qualification www.artsaward.org.uk/qualification. Email creative@eden-court.co.uk for more information.

LAMDA The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is one of the oldest drama schools in the UK and former LAMDA students occupy the worlds of theatre, film and TV right across the globe. The examinations themselves offer candidates the chance to meet and make contact with expert examiners, build self-confidence and self-esteem and acquire certification for career development.

DRAMA CLASSES NOW ON MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS CLASS

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ENTRY LEVEL / GRADE 1 + 2 (Suggested age: 8-15yrs)

MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT MON 23 OCT – MON 13 NOV

16.00 – 17.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

GRADE 3 (Suggested age: 13-15yrs)

MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT MON 23 OCT – MON 13 NOV

17.00 – 18.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

GRADE 4 (Suggested age: 16+)

MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT MON 23 OCT – MON 13 NOV

18.00 – 19.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

GRADE 5 (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT WED 25 OCT – WED 15 NOV

17.30 – 18.30

STUDIO 2

ELITE 1 (GRADES 6-8) (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT WED 25 OCT – WED 15 NOV

19.00 – 20.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

ELITE 2 (GRADES 6-8) (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT WED 25 OCT – WED 15 NOV

20.00 – 21.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS

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MUSICAL THEATRE – GRADE 1-3 (Suggested age: 8 yrs+)

THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT THU 26 OCT – THU 16 NOV

16.30 – 18.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

MUSICAL THEATRE – GRADE 4-ELITE (Suggested age: 13 yrs+)

WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT WED 25 OCT – WED 15 NOV

17.30 – 19.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

Please note: you attend the class that is right for your level, regardless of the suggested age range and the price of your course depends on your age. THE LAMDA YEAR EXPLAINED AGE TERM PRICE (11 WEEKS) Term 1: Aug - Nov 2017 8-12 YRS £55.00 Course Content: Introduction to LAMDA, Drama/Musical 13-17 YRS £66.00 Theatre skills and Exam preparation. 18 YRS+ £77.00 Term 2: Jan - Mar 2018 Course Content: Performance skills and continuation LAMDA INTRODUCTORY SESSION of Exam preparation. JIM LOVE STUDIO I WED 16 AUG Term 3: Apr - Jun 2018 17.00-18.00 I 8 YRS+ I FREE Term 3 is performance time! It’s a chance to put All new students must attend this free new found drama skills to the test by working on a introductory session to assess grading performance for family and friends at Eden Court. and book the correct classes. Your LAMDA year comes to an end with a presentation of your exam certificate. page 16

Classes for Adults

DRAMA block booking

01 I INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE GROUP

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.15 – 12.15 I 16 YRS+ MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT – MON 13 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00

These classes are open to young people and adults both with and without additional needs, who would like to explore a range of theatre arts: dance, drama, improvisation and performance.

21 I DRAMA LAB

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.30 – 21.30 I 18 YRS+ TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 28 NOV £91.00 I THIRTEEN WEEK TERM

A fun and informal class for anyone interested in acting. You’ll experiment with characters, scripts and drama techniques. No previous experience is necessary.

DANCE 04 I JUST DANCE!

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STUDIO 2 I 17.45 – 18.45 I 16 YRS+ MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT-MON 11 DEC Please note that the classes on MON 20 & MON 27 NOV will be 18.00 – 19.00 Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. £105.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

A fun and funky class incorporating dance styles such as jazz and contemporary to learn basic technique. A good place to start for beginners; a great after-work work out; a fun warm-up before yoga or contemporary.

07 I CONTEMPORARY DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 19.00 – 20.30 I 16 YRS + MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT-MON 11 DEC £105.00 (18+) / £90.00 (16-17 YRS) FIFTEEN WEEK TERM Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. CLASS PRICE: £8.00 (18+) / £7.00 (16-17 YRS)

A physical class incorporating the fundamentals of modern dance to develop techniques and expression. Open level but a reasonable level of fitness is required. Includes jumps and floorwork.

09 I DANCE PERFORMANCE GROUP

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STUDIO 2 I 20.30 – 21.30 I 16 YRS + MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT-MON 11 DEC £105.00 (18+) / £90.00 (16-17 YRS) FIFTEEN WEEK TERM Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. CLASS PRICE: £8.00 (18+) / £7.00 (16-17 YRS)

This class focuses on devising, choreography and performance skills. Open level but participants will gain most benefit if they attend the earlier Contemporary Dance class. This term the class will explore tools for devising dance. For more information contact our Dance Artist Louise at lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk.

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Classes for Adults

DANCE 31 I TAP DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30 – 20.00 I 16 YRS+ WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT –WED 13 DEC £105.00 (18+) / £90.00 (16-17 YRS) FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. CLASS PRICE: £8.00 (18+) / £7.00 (16-17 YRS)

Find your rhythm with this open level tap class, learning shuffles, riffs and stomps. Beginners can wear hard-soled shoes.

35 I JAZZ DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 20.00 – 21.30 I 16 YRS+ WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT –WED 13 DEC £105.00 (18+) / £90.00 (16-17 YRS) FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information. CLASS PRICE: £8.00 (18+) / £7.00 (16-17 YRS)

Sultry and sassy, hip and funky, this is an open level class but bring lots of energy and personality. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Includes jumps and floorwork.

38 I BALLET BASICS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS+ THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT - THU 16 NOV £77.00 (18+) / £66.00 (14-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8.00 (18+) / £7.00 (14-17 YRS)

Suitable for beginners, this class will teach the fundamentals of ballet technique, including posture and alignment as well as the basic steps. Socks or ballet shoes required.

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91 I MODERN BALLET

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS+ THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT-THU 14 DEC £105.00 (18+) I £90.00 (14-17 YRS) I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

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43 I ADVANCED DANCE CLASS

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STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 12.30 I 18 YRS+ FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT – FRI 17 NOV £77.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

A challenging and in-depth technique class for professionals or dancers with considerable dance experience and ability. Led by a variety of tutors. On FRI 15 SEP the group will be taught as part of the Scottish Dance Theatre Masterclass (p4).

52 I GRACENOTES DANCE PERFORMANCE GROUP

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STUDIO 2 I 10.30 – 12.00 THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT - THU 16 NOV £77.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

A group for more mature, but still active, dancers who are interested in developing choreography and performance skills at an in-depth level. The aim of the group is to promote the ability of older dancers. A reasonable level of fitness is required. If you have any queries please contact Louise Marshall, CREATIVE Dance Artist on lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

Classes for Adults MUSIC

DIGITAL MEDIA block booking

22 I ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 06 I JUST SING!

NEW TIME

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.00 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT– MON 13 NOV £77.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

Join this fun and relaxed mixed voice singing group where you’ll work on a varied repertoire of songs and explore some vocal technique. The classes will cover a variety of styles (including rock, pop, gospel, world and folk) and guarantees to leave you feeling energised. Ideally suited to those with some previous singing experience and have an interest in harmony singing. No music literacy skills required. Don’t miss Just Sing Rock too! See p5 for details.

DIGITAL ROOM I 18.30 – 20.30 I 16 YRS+ TUE 31 OCT – TUE 19 DEC £104.00 (18+) / £88.00 (16-17 YRS) I EIGHT WEEK TERM

Explore the mysteries of Adobe Photoshop and learn how to edit & enhance images to create new compositions. Participants are invited to bring their own laptop (with Adobe Photoshop software): those without will be able to use our computers using the free Photoshop alternative – GIMP.

49 I DAYTIME FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 13.00-16.00 I 18+ YRS THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT – THU 14 DEC £180.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information.

34 I SINGING FOR THE SHY

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CHAPEL I 19.30 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ WED 25 OCT– WED 13 DEC I WED 26 OCT-WED 13 DEC £105.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information.

Still keeping your vocal talents hidden behind the shower curtain? Now’s your chance to shine! This relaxed and supportive class uses some of your favourite pop, rock and gospel numbers to develop your confidence and enjoyment of singing with a group. No experience or music literacy skills required; the class welcomes both male and female voices and all levels of singing abilities.

Try filmmaking, stop-frame animation, vision mixing and video projection and turn your ideas into a music video or short film using professional cameras and editing using Final Cut Pro on Apple Macs. You’ll also have the chance to see your finished work in a special screening at Eden Court’s cinema at the end of the term. No experience necessary!

40 I FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT – THU 14 DEC £180.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM

Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information.

As 49 – DAYTIME FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS, but at a later time.

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

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50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED

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Classes for Adults

WRITING

42 I DRAW THE DANCERS

39 I CREATIVE WRITING

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SGL ROOM I 18.30 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ THU 07 SEP – THU 05 OCT I THU 26 OCT-THU 14 DEC £91.00 I THIRTEEN WEEK TERM

Build confidence and writing skills in a friendly, supportive environment with experienced tutor, poet and playwright Peter Whiteley. Bring a notepad and pen, and enjoy a relaxing, informative evening. For people of all abilities.

74 I ADULT COMEDY WRITING AND PERFORMANCE

NEW CLASS

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.30 – 21.30 I 18+ YRS FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT - FRI 17 NOV £77.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Calling all artists! Come along for a chance to draw dancers in motion as they participate in our Advanced Dance Class (see p18). Bring your own materials and equipment for this untutored class.

55 I LET’S DRAW

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STUDIO 2 I 14.30 – 16.30 I 16 YRS+ £77.00 (18+) / £66.00 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

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RELAX

Ideal for beginners or those with a little drawing experience. An opportunity to explore techniques using pencil, pen and ink, charcoal and pastel with tutor Deirdre McCrimmon. We will use the landscape, portrait and still-life as subject matter to explore line, tone, form and colour. Materials are provided for the first class and your tutor will talk you through the materials required to do the course.

56 I LET’S PAINT WITH ACRYLICS

NEW TIME

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30 – 15.30 I 16 YRS+ block booking

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STUDIO 2 I 19.30 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT-TUE 12 DEC £105.00 I FIFTEEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

Please note that this class is available to book in two blocks, contact Box Office for more information.

Coming from an Iyengar yoga background, Hazel Marr promotes a balance in her teaching between strength and flexibility and developing self-awareness through aligned movement, posture and breath. By emphasising proper form and alignment, yoga can help reverse the effects of gravity while relieving the tensions of everyday life. Open to all levels; wear loose, comfortable clothing. page 20

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WED 23 AUG – WED 04 OCT I WED 25 OCT - WED 15 NOV

Do you think you have funny bones? Have you ever wanted to write or perform comedy, but were too nervous or just didn’t know where to start? Well, why not join our inclusive, immersive and imaginative course where you’ll learn improviation, joke writing and storytelling. All you need to bring is your imagination, your face and your words... and maybe a pen!

54 I YOGA

STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 12.30 I 18 YRS+ FRI 25 AUG – FRI 06 OCT I FRI 27 OCT – FRI 17 NOV CLASS PRICE: £3.00

MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT– MON 13 NOV £77.00 (18+) / £66.00 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Ideal for complete beginners or those with a little experience, we will explore a variety of techniques achievable with this versatile painting medium with art tutor Deirdre McCrimmon. You will have the opportunity to explore colour, tone, form and texture using a quirky mix of subject matter. Materials are provided for the first class and your tutor will talk you through the materials required to do the course.

Accessible Arts

Arts Activities for People with Additional Support Needs, One-to-One Sessions and Referral Opportunities Eden Court employs two Accessible Arts Workers whose role is to develop and deliver bespoke creative arts opportunities for children, young people and adults with a range of additional support needs, both at Eden Court and throughout the Highland Region. We can work with people of all abilities across all sectors, so please get in touch if you would like to set up a one-to-one, organise a referral, bring a group to one of our great classes or just discuss how we can work with you. To discuss how our Accessible Arts Workers can support you please contact: Hayley Savage (Children/Schools): hsavage@eden-court.co.uk Ruby Worth (Adults/Community): rworth@eden-court.co.uk

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01 I INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE GROUP

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.15 – 12.15 I 16 YRS+ MON 21 AUG – MON 02 OCT I MON 23 OCT– MON 13 NOV £44.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00

These classes are open to young people and adults both with and without additional needs, who would like to explore a range of theatre arts: dance, drama, improvisation and performance.

05 I HULLABALOO

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.15 – 12.15 I 15 YRS+ TUE 22 AUG – TUE 03 OCT I TUE 24 OCT – TUE 14 NOV Please note that on TUE 12 SEP the class will take place in the Maclean Room. There will be no class on TUE 19 SEP.

£40.00 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 17.00 I 5-12 YRS MON 04 SEP I MON 02 OCT I MON 06 NOV I MON 04 DEC £16.00 I FOUR SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.00

66 I CREATIVE ARTS TRANSITIONS (C.A.T.)

Each week will be dedicated to a different style of creative workshop, lead by tutor Hayley Savage: -

Team Building and Socialising Through Games Drama Skills Movement and Dance Arts and Crafts

In addition to the weekly sessions, the C.A.T. group will also have the opportunity to access special C.A.T. cinema screenings of the latest films, programmed once a term.

DANCE AND MOVEMENT SESSIONS Eden Court offers Dance and Movement sessions for individuals and groups in a safe and supportive environment. Our resident Dance and Movement Therapist, Ruby Worth, works with a wide variety of clients including children and adults with learning disabilities. For more information please email Ruby Worth at rworth@eden-court.co.uk

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Free Classes 59 I READING LITERATURE FOR FUN

33 I PLAYWRITING

STUDIO 2 I 14.00 – 15.30 I 18 YRS+ THU 24 AUG – THU 05 OCT I THU 02 NOV – THU 16 NOV FREE BUT TICKETED

CHAPEL I 18.00 – 22.00 I 18 YRS+ I FREE WRITING SESSIONS WED 23 AUG I WED 20 SEP I WED 15 NOV I WED 13 DEC SCRATCH NIGHTS WED 06 SEP I WED 04 OCT I WED 01 NOV I WED 29 NOV

NEW CLASS

Join prize-winning novelist Cynthia Rogerson for a light-hearted look at literature. A reading group with a difference – no pre-reading, no homework, and no right or wrong interpretations. Poetry and short stories explored with open minds and hearts.

61 I IN STITCHES CAFÉ I 18.00 – LATER I 18 YRS+ TUE 22 AUG – TUE 12 DEC I FREE GROUP

INStitches meets every even Tuesday in the cafe to craft away whilst drinking tea and eating cake. We occasionally have a wool and pattern swap or go see a film. Everybody is welcome – knitters, hookers, tatters, cross-stitchers and the like, especially beginners.

NEW TIME

Please note: WED 01 NOV will be at an alternative location.

This exciting and innovative playwriting group is selfrun fortnightly. Members will undertake stimulating writing exercises, gain feedback from each other on their scripts, work-in-progress and ideas, and draw on the expertise of occasional established stage, screen and radio practitioners. There is a monthly Scratch night where work is read by actors to an invited audience. For more information, and if you’re new to the group and wish to enrol, please contact Phil Baarda on 07483 251 514 or philbaarda@hotmail.com

100 I POETRY FOR EVERYONE SGL ROOM I 19.00 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ MON 07 AUG I MON 04 SEP I MON 02 OCT I MON 06 NOV MON 04 DEC I FREE

57 I CAPOEIRA

A group for people who enjoy poetry and would like to discover more poems through the choices of other members. Each month we will have a theme and each person will bring along 2 poems of their choice. These can be any poems relating to the topic, they might be personal favourites, sourced from the internet, found in a poetry book –simply poems that members would like to share. Or, if you prefer, just come along to listen. Upcoming themes are: 07 AUG – Frontiers/Borders 04 SEP – Walking 02 OCT – Silence/Peace 06 NOV – In Memoriam 04 DEC – Food & Drink

SUN 30 JUL I SUN 06 AUG I SAT 12 AUG I SUN 20 AUG SUN 27 AUG I SUN 03 SEP I SUN 10 SEP I SUN 17 SEP SAT 23 SEP I SUN 01 OCT I SUN 08 OCT I SAT 14 OCT SUN 22 OCT I SUN 29 OCT I SAT 04 NOV I SUN 12 NOV SUN 19 NOV I SAT 25 NOV I SUN 03 DEC I SUN 10 DEC SAT 16 DEC

60 I BOOK GROUP CHAPEL I 19.30 – 21.00 I 16 YRS+ Recommended THU 24 AUG I THU 28 SEP I THU 26 OCT I THU 23 NOV I FREE

Eden Court Book Group meets monthly - just turn up for 7.30pm. Upcoming books are: 24 AUG: Five Rivers Met on a Wooded Plain by Barney Norris 28 SEP: His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnett 26 OCT: Conclave by Robert Harris 23 NOV: Do Not Say We Have Nothing by Madeleine Thien page 22

STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 20.00 I 13 YRS+

FREE

An amazing Brazilian martial arts/dance form that combines music, flowing movements and song with highly stylized games. Physically demanding and incredibly fun. To enrol and check dates, contact tutor Fraser MacDonald on 07796 688 663 or email info@highlandcapoeira.co.uk.

64 I HIGHLAND WEB GROUP CHAPEL I 19.00 – 21.00 I ANY AGE TUE 15 AUG I TUE 19 SEP I TUE 17 OCT TUE 21 NOV I TUE 19 DEC FREE

The Highland Web Group meets on the third Tuesday of every month for an informal and friendly chat about all types of web-related stuff, with regular informative presentations on related subjects from members. All welcome, just come along! For more information check out www.highlandwebgroup.co.uk.

tickets & info Our Box Office is located in the theatre foyer and is open MONDAY to SATURDAY from 10.00 and on SUNDAYS from 11.00. The Box Office closes 15 minutes after the beginning of each day’s final performance. You can book your tickets in person, by phone, or online at www.eden-court.co.uk To make it easier to book, we have given each class or event a number. Make sure you book the ticket you want for the class you want by giving our staff the number when booking.

Friends discount If you become an Eden Court Friend then you’ll receive a discount off regular classes (£1.00 for adults and 50p for under 18’s). For further information ask a member of the Box Office staff.

Student discount If you’re currently a student at university or college you’ll receive a £1.00 discount off all our adult classes. For further information ask a member of the Box Office staff.

Bursary Scheme We want to make it as easy as possible for you to get creative! Eden Court’s bursary scheme helps people on low incomes attend classes for half price (or try a one-off event for free). To qualify you must be in receipt of any of the following benefits: Job Seekers Allowance (income based), Income Support, Universal Credit, Disability Allowance, or Attendance Allowance. Please contact Box Office on 01463 234 234 for a bursary form or download one from the BROCHURES section of our website. If your evidence is dated indefinitely or covers more than one term you will only need to apply once a year. Please note that Bursary Applications must be received at least ONE WEEK BEFORE THE START OF TERM.

Registration For the first week of the term, please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for the tutor to make a note of all the attendees’ names and contact details.

Additional Support Needs Please note that parents/guardians must give details of any additional support/learning assistance your child may receive in school to the class tutor. Participants with additional support needs will need to attend classes with a support worker.

Important information for under 18’s All under 18’s attending classes will require a signed permission slip from a parent or guardian. PARENTS MUST ATTEND THE START OF THE FIRST SESSION in order to sign the form.

Reservations Reservations can be made in person or over the phone for any Eden Court class. Reserved spaces will be held for 3 working days, after which time they will be released for sale. Please note that we do NOT accept reservations for events less than 7 days away.

Refunds and exchanges If you try the first class of a course and find it unsuitable, please contact Box Office immediately. We will try to transfer you to a different class (subject to availability) or offer you a credit voucher for the remaining classes. Please note refunds are not given for missed classes and will only be issued if a class has been cancelled by Eden Court.

Changes & cancellations All details are correct at the time of going to print. Eden Court reserves the right to make changes to the advertised programme, but will endeavour to make as few as possible.

Term times Most classes run for one eleven week term from MON 21 AUG until FRI 17 NOV. Some classes continue into DEC. Please make sure you read the class dates carefully as these may vary.

Drop in & block booking

block booking

drop in

Many courses are designed to be attended as a block. With some you must sign up in week one, but with others you can start later. Just look for the ‘Block Booking’ logo and give box office a call for more information. You’ll save £1.00 on every class if you Block Book, AND guarantee your place on the course. Advance booking is essential for most classes and helps to avoid disappointment, as many courses fill up quickly. When you see the ‘Drop In’ logo you can pick and choose which classes you want to go to. You don’t have to commit to a term all at once – perfect if you just want to give something a try.

NB: Drop In classes can only be booked on the day, and are subject to availability. Remember to arrive in plenty of time as spaces fill up quickly.

Please contact the Eden Court CREATIVE Team on 01463 239 841 if you have any queries. page 23

In Your Area Interested in Theatre, Dance or Film? Want to find out whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on in your area? Then contact one of our team. Eden Court delivers workshops in theatre arts across the Highlands to people of all ages and abilities. So get in touch and get involved. Eden Court CREATIVE Workers In Your Area: Ross-Shire

Jonathan Davies

jdavies@eden-court.co.uk

Inverness West

Amanda Luscombe

aluscombe@eden-court.co.uk

Badenoch, Strathspey & Nairn

Lorraine Hemmings

lhemmings@eden-court.co.uk

Inverness East & Black Isle

Nicola Gray

ngray@eden-court.co.uk

Lochaber

Alan Gray

agray@eden-court.co.uk

Caithness & Sutherland

David Hunter

dhunter@eden-court.co.uk

Accessible Arts (Children/Schools)

Hayley Savage

hsavage@eden-court.co.uk

Accessible Arts (Adults/Community)

Ruby Worth

rworth@eden-court.co.uk

Eden Court CREATIVE Manager

Katyana Kozikowska

kkozikowska@eden-court.co.uk

Business & Engagement Officer

Lucy McGlennon

lmcglennon@eden-court.co.uk

Dance Artist

Louise Marshall

lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

Digital Artist

Graeme Roger

groger@eden-court.co.uk

Digital Assistant

Mike Webster

mwebster@eden-court.co.uk

Eden Court CREATIVE Assistant

Teya-Jean Bawden

tjbawden@eden-court.co.uk

For general queries, or if you are unsure who to contact, please email: creative@eden-court.co.uk