Eden Court CREATIVE - Jan-Apr 2015 Brochure

classes & activities for children I for adults I for everyone

January to April 2015

Box Office 01463 234 234 www.eden-court.co.uk

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welcome ...TO SPRING 2015 WITH EDEN COURT CREATIVE! Well, what a year we had in 2014 –I hope you’ve all recovered from taking part in our CREATIVE events!

We livened up the city with our Dance Trail and Dance-along Movie, took our Ragtime Picnics to castle estates all over the Highlands, we hosted hundreds of young performers at the National Theatre Connections and Gaelic Youth Theatre festivals, premiered A Century Untold at Fort George to 4-star reviews and brought you fun festive performances for all ages with One Night In Santa’s Workshop and Sweeney Todd’s Cut-Throat Christmas.... and 2015 is going to be no different!

We’ve got another action packed year planned for you –there are plenty of opportunities to get involved in our regular classes & activities delivered at Eden Court and by CREATIVE workers In Your Area, as well as large scale events and festivals.. We’re hosting the National Theatre Connections 2015 Festival (p6) from 13 –16 April as well as the return of Spring into Eden (p7), showcasing the talent from all our dance classes. And whatever you do, don’t miss our Burns’ Night extravaganza Haggis, Beasts & Tatties (p6).

Our SQA course applications are now open too, giving you the chance to study Higher Dance and Higher Drama or National 5 Drama (p8). For anyone thinking of pursuing a career in the arts, or for those who just want to try something different next year, this is the perfect opportunity. We’ve also brought back the ever-popular Creative Writing Masterclasses (p9) and continue our new Let’s Draw (p21) and monthly DrumJam (p7) classes too.

There’s something for everyone this Spring, so grab a seat and have a look through the pages of our CREATIVE brochure to see what you fancy. Get in touch by email or through our facebook page (facebook.com/edencourttheatre) to let us know how we can help you get CREATIVE!

Katyana Kozikowska, Eden Court CREATIVE Manager “As the Ambassador for Eden Court CREATIVE, I am hugely proud to be part of something that provides so many great opportunities for studying theatre, dance and film-making in the Highlands.

I did a lot of my initial training at Eden Court, including my Higher Drama and my LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Arts) certification.The tutors were always there to support me. I had my first real experience of acting via Eden Court CREATIVE and it was their knowledge and experience that encouraged me to take the next step and pursue a career in the arts.

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.”

EDEN COURT CREATIVE’S AMBASSADOR AND FORMER STUDENT, KAREN GILLAN

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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tickets and info 01463 234 234

contents Tickets & Info

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Meet the Ambassadors / Meet the CREATIVE Team

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Special Events Creative Writing Masterclasses

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Classes for Under 5’s

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Timetable

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Classes for 5–12 yrs

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Classes for 13–17 yrs

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LAMDA Qualifications

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Classes for Adults

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Free Classes

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Accessible Arts

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Eden Court CREATIVE– In Your Area

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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 children). 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, Disability Allowance, or Attendance Allowance.

Please contact Box Office on 01463 234 234 for a bursary form or download one from the DOWNLOADS section of our website.

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 who normally receive support in school or during the day will need to attend classes with a support worker.

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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 12 JAN until THU 02 APR (with a one week break for the February half-term). Please make sure you read the class dates carefully as these may vary.

Drop in & block booking

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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.

meet the ambassadors A NETWORK FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE HIGHLANDS TO SHAPE, SHARE AND SHOWCASE THE ARTS

Maeva Donaldson EDEN COURT CREATIVE AMBASSADOR FOR THURSO HIGH SCHOOL Why did you want to become an Ambassador?

I really wanted to become an ambassador because I have always loved the arts and having the opportunity to meet other people who also love the arts, as well as working with Eden Court, appealed to me.

What do you enjoy about working with Eden Court CREATIVE? I really enjoy being a part of the team and working with the fellow ambassadors. The opportunities that arise with being an ambassador are also great fun, like going to see some amazing shows and helping with Eden Court events.

What kind of challenges have you experienced as an Ambassador?

The main challenge I have experienced in my two years as an Ambassador is definitely getting people to be aware of the notice board. I now feel that schools are more open to the arts so this is becoming less of a challenge.

What has been your favourite moment as an Ambassador?

Without a doubt my favourite moment was meeting all of the other Ambassadors and the CREATIVE team.

Everyone is really nice and I'm really proud to be a part of it all.

What other opportunities does Eden Court offer you?

As well as the chance to see some truly amazing shows, Eden Court provides classes and workshops to improve skills.

Eden Court also hosts some fantastic events and festivals that are great fun to be a part of. There is always something to do or see so you can never be bored.

meet the CREATIVE team Louise Marshall DANCE ARTIST FOR EDEN COURT What do you like most about your job?

Basically I love the fact that I get paid to dance, to teach, to meet loads of people and to enjoy myself–most of the time! I love the variety: One day I’m bouncing round the studio with Bunny Beats, the next day I’m in a school then that evening I’m doing Ballet or Jazz or Contemporary class. And in between I’m planning and organising events like our Ragtime Picnic or The Big Dance Show. Who else has a job where they are paid to Charleston outside Cawdor Castle? Plus we have a fantastic, fun team.

What’s the most difficult thing about your job?

It is pretty relentless. You just finish one event and you’re on to planning the next one. But I guess it’s the adrenalin that keeps me going. And the fact that it’s never boring.

What events are you looking forward to?

I’m really looking forward to Spring Into Eden on 21st & 22nd March 2015. This is our annual showcase of all our dance classes and groups performing in the OneTouch Theatre. Even though we’ve been doing this for six years now it’s always great to see our participants raise their game and bring their energy and hard work to the stage. And it’s usually sold out!

I’m also looking forward to working with Eden Court Young Dance Company 2015–a group of committed and talented young dancers who I can really push and develop. They will be performing in a national showcase at the MacRobert Centre in Stirling on Saturday 21 February.

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Special Events BURNS: HAGGIS, BEASTS & TATTIES! FALCON SQUARE & THEN WALKING TO EDEN COURT, ONETOUCH THEATRE I SUN 25 JAN I 18.45 | ALL AGES I £4.00 Eden Court CREATIVE presents another Burns’ Night Extravaganza!

Join us as we kick off the evening led by the Inverness Youth Pipe Band and scores of haggis for a Haggis Hoedown in Falcon Square. Then join the procession to Eden Court for bite-size performances inspired by the Beasts of Burns’ poetry performed by drama, dance & music groups from all over the Highlands.

There will also be a selection of Scottish food and drink stalls from local suppliers on offer, and a special Burn’s Night menu in our restaurant from 5pm. Please contact our restaurant on 01463 732688 for more information.

Finally, join the Tattie Band for a Grand Burns’ Ceilidh where you can dance along with a Haggis to the Dashing White Sergeant and Strip the Willow!

Devised and directed by Eden Court CREATIVE. Wear warm clothing for the free parade.

Part of Scotland’s Winter Festivals.

NATIONAL THEATRE CONNECTIONS FESTIVAL 2015 ONETOUCH THEATRE I MON 13–THU 16 APR I 18.00 GUIDANCE AGE 13 YRS+ I £6 PER EVENING OR £20 FESTIVAL TICKET FOR 4 DAYS National Theatre Connections is a national festival of new writing and young theatre making.

Each year the National Theatre invites ten writers to create new plays for young people to perform. This Spring, 230 youth theatre companies will present the premieres of these plays in venues from Scotland to Cornwall and Northern Ireland to Norfolk. Each company will also perform at one of 26 Connections festivals in professional theatres across the country and ten companies will then go on to perform at the National theatre.

Connections celebrates great new writing for the stage–and the energy, commitment and talent of young theatre-makers.

From Monday 13 to Thursday 16 April, Eden Court will host the National Theatre’s regional Connections Festival where youth theatre participants from across the region present a diverse programme of new writing by some of the nation’s most renowned writers in their own individual styles. Over 4 days they will attend workshops across all art forms and deliver a public performance of their chosen script.

The youth theatres taking part are: Badenoch & Strathspey Youth Theatre Castlegate Arts Ltd (Act Aberdeen–Act 2) Eden Court Young Company Great Glen Youth Theatre Invergordon Youth Theatre Isle of Skye Youth Theatre IV3 Youth Theatre Lochaber Youth Theatre Sgioba Dràma Òigridh Inbhir Nis Shetland Youth Theatre Take 2 Youth Theatre Thurso High School So join us at Eden Court for Connections, where each night a triple bill of brand new productions will be presented, and support our young new talent.

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SPRING INTO EDEN ONETOUCH THEATRE I SAT 21 MAR 19.00 I SUN 22 MAR 14.00 I ALL AGES I £5.00 / £3.00 (CONCESSIONS)

The annual sell-out showcase of home-grown talent returns for its seventh year and just gets better and better. Come and see our dance class participants swing, strut, shimmy and shake their stuff in the OneTouch Theatre. You might be inspired to join one of our classes yourself, perhaps next year it could be you on stage! Suitable for all the family.

TWO’S COMPANY: SQA HIGHER DRAMA PERFORMANCE ONETOUCH THEATRE I FRI 10 APR I 19.00 I ALL AGES I £3.00 / REDUCED RATE £2.00

Eden Court offers a number of SQA qualifications giving students access to our state-of-the-art studio and stage spaces. In Two’s Company, our talented Higher Drama students from throughout the Highlands will perform extracts from their Higher acting examinations. The scenes are all taken from either classical theatre or contemporary Scottish texts.

03 I DRUMJAM

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MACLEAN ROOM I 14.00–16.00 I ALL AGES (UNDER-12’S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT) SUN 18 JAN I SUN 15 FEB I SUN 15 MAR I £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 meant for all ages and abilities, whether you have experience or have never touched a drum before. The sessions are a chance to explore hand drums and percussion and play together as part of group. There will be some games, some taught world rhythms and some guided improvising... there may well be some singing too! Drums and percussion will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own.

Contact cocarol@talktalk.net for more info.

LET’S PAINT WITH ACRYLICS

NEW

STUDIO 2 I 14.30–16.30 I 16 YRS+ I MON 09 FEB I £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17 YRS) Come along and explore painting with acrylics. We will create a simple, but effective landscape in gradual stages with artist Deirdre McCrimmon. Fun and informative, materials are provided and all levels of ability are welcome.

ROKZKOOL4U

NEW

STUDIO 2 I SUN 29 MAR I £5.20 (5-12 YRS) I £4.60 (3-5 YRS) 11.30–12.15: 3-5 YRS I 12.30–13.30: 5-8 YRS I 13.30–14.30: 9-12 YRS Be part of this exciting musical adventure with RoKzKool4u.Join us and have fun while learning about music, improving your vocals, getting to grips with some awesome musical instruments & finding out which instruments you like best.

ONE STEP FURTHER STUDIO 2 I 10.00–16.00 I 16-21 YRS I MON 16 FEB I FREE This new exclusive opportunity offers dancers aged 16 to 21 an intensive masterclass led by YDance Artistic Director Anna Kenrick. It’s a day long experience working with an experienced choreographer who works in a very physical and energetic style and an opportunity for participants to explore and develop their own choreographic process.

Who Is It For? One Step Further is aimed at aspiring dancers aged 16 to 21 with an interest in dance as a career - participants should have a strong dance background in any dance style.

What We’re Offering We’re offering this Masterclass experience free of charge thanks to support from the national youth arts strategy Time To Shine. The Masterclass will include the following elements: Contemporary technique class Choreographic development workshop Creation of a short piece of Contemporary dance Discussion of national opportunities available to young dancers including Project Y and the National Youth Dance Company of Scotland

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THE NUTCRACKER BALLET CAFÉ TUE 20 JAN I JIM LOVE STUDIO I 14.00–17.00 I £10.00

A fun and informal event for adults where we invite you to take part in gentle beginners dance session, listen to an illustrated talk on The Nutcracker and relax for a chat over a cup of tea and cake.

WORKSHOPS WED 21 JAN I STUDIO 2 I 17.00–18.30 I 8-14 YRS I £6.20 (13-14 YRS) I £5.20 (8-12 YRS)

A dance workshop led by Scottish Ballet, based on their production ofThe Nutcracker.

FRI 23 JAN I JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.15–11.45 I 18 YRS+ I £7.20

Our Advanced Dance Class (p20) will be led for one week by Scottish Ballet and linked to Peter Darrell’s The Nutcracker. Advanced Dance participants who book the term will receive this workshop free.

WED 11 MAR I STUDIO 2 I 17.00–18.30 I 12 YRS+ I £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (12-17 YRS)

A dance workshop led by Scottish Ballet, based on their production of A Streetcar Named Desire.

Auditions & Opportunities Eden Court Cinema Young Programmers

SQA COURSES Eden Court, in partnership with Highland Council, continues to offer young people from throughout the Highlands the opportunity to study for SQA qualifications in Drama and Dance. We are now taking applications for the 2015/16 academic year. There are limited places available, so if you are interested in applying for Higher Dance, National 5 Drama or Higher Drama your application should be with us by Monday 15 March.

AUDITIONS WILL TAKE PLACE IN APRIL & MAY 2015 AT EDEN COURT. The courses require significant independent study and are taught at Eden Court out-with school hours, at weekends, in-service days and throughout the school holidays. There may also be places remaining after the first round of auditions, so if you miss this deadline and are interested, it is still worth getting in touch with us.

We will also be accepting applications from mature students and students who are studying outside of the Highland area or who are no longer at school. Please note there will be a fee for these applicants.

Assistance with travel and accommodation expenses is available for those students travelling from outside Inverness to attend the course. Please contact us for more information. Contact Duncan Overmeer, CREATIVE Assistant at dovermeer@eden-court.co.uk for an application form. More information can be found in the SQA brochure available at: www.eden-court.co.uk/downloads

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Eden Court Cinema Young Programmers is an opportunity for a group of young people aged 15-21 to learn how to programme and introduce films; putting their skills into practice to produce and curate bimonthly events.

As an Eden Court Cinema Young Programmer you will: 1 Get training in researching, programming, and reviewing 2 Select the films for the bimonthly screenings, and one for the Inverness Film Festival 3 Write and produce screening notes 4 Introduce screenings 5 Run Q&A sessions with special guest stars at the events (if available) 6 Meet on Wednesdays, 5pm An interest in film, a creative mind, enthusiasm and dedication are required.

Deadline for applications: 15 February Go to www.eden-court.co.uk/downloads for an application form, Contact Paul Taylor, Cinema Programmer at ptaylor@eden-court.co.uk for more information.

99 I Creative Writing Masterclasses SGL ROOM I 19.00–21.00 I 18 YRS +

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THU 15 JAN–THU 12 FEB I THU 26 FEB–THU 02 APR

block booking

£68.20 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I £7.20 PER SESSION

Masters of their craft, these authors will impart their secrets in workshops, Q&A sessions, and general discussion. Their books may be available to purchase on the night. The workshops are provided in partnership with Moniack Mhor Writers Centre and introduced by Saltire-nominated author Cynthia Rogerson. www.moniackmhor.org.uk

15 JAN: Fiction Elisabeth Reeder is the author of two literary novels and numerous short stories which have been widely anthologised and broadcast. She lectures in Creative Writing at the University of Edinburgh.

22 JAN: Poetry John Glenday is an internationally acclaimed poet whose collections include Grain and Apple Ghost.

He was short-listed for the Ted Hughes Prize and the Griffin Prize.

29 JAN: Short Story David Ross’s short story collection Highland Views was published by Two Ravens. His stories have appeared in anthologies and literary magazines including Chapman and Edinburgh Review.

05 FEB: Life Writing: Stranger than Fiction Emily Joy's stories in Green Oranges on Lion Mountain and The Accidental Optimist’s Guide to Life range from performing operations by head-torch at the outbreak of civil war in Sierra Leone to toddler tantrums in the supermarket. All part of her life.

12 FEB: Playwriting Dave Smith is a professional playwright whose work over thirty years includes the long running musical Whiskey Kisses and Be Silent or Be Killed. His theatre companies are Right Lines Productions and Cartoon Theatre for Children.

26 FEB: Travel Writing Mairi Hedderwick has written and illustrated four highly acclaimed travel books, including Shetland Rambles and Sea Change. Originally known for creating the children’s book character Katie Morag, Mairi’s travel books have received much critical acclaim.

05 MAR: Life Writing Kit Fraser is the author of three memoir/philosophy books – Toff Down Pit, The Joy of Talk and Old Age: My Three Best Friends - Alcohol, God and Television. He is also the founder of Moniack Mhor Writers Centre.

12 MAR: Fiction Angus Peter Campbell is a novelist, poet, actor, broadcaster and journalist, which means he does the same thing five times over. His favourite writers are Halldor Laxness and Saint Paul.

His most recent novel is The Girl on the Ferry.

19 MAR: Poetry Anne MacLeod’s collections include Standing by Thistles (short-listed for the Saltire Prize) and Just the Caravaggio. Her work has received international acclaim. She has also written two novels.

26 MAR: Nature Writing Sir John Lister Kaye has written ten books on wildlife, and is one of Scotland’s best known nature writers. He is the founder of the internationally acclaimed Aigas Field Centre, by Beauly.

02 APR: Poetry–Wordcraft: A taster poetry writing workshop from the University of Dundee Lindsay Macgregor facilitates creative writing sessions with schools, community groups and at the University of Dundee.

She has an MLitt in Writing Practice and Study and her poems are widely published in a range of magazines.

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tickets and info 01463 234 234

Under 5’s 12 I Mini Movers I 6-18 mths

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STUDIO 2 I 11.15–11.45 TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

drama

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM block booking

02 I Drama Fun I 3–5 yrs STUDIO 2 I 13.30–14.15

This terrific class offers parents and carers a chance to dance and move creatively with their wee ones, accompanied by gentle rhymes and rhythms which will develop movement skills.

MON 12 JAN– MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB– MON 30 MAR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

10 I Mini Movers I 18 mths–3 yrs

An exciting drama group for children aged 3–5 years which will explore a different theme or story each week.

STUDIO 2 I 10.30–11.00

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TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

As 12: Mini Movers but for older children.

music + dance 13 I Bunny Beats I 3– 5 yrs

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45 I Tiny Tunes I 1–2 yrs

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30–14.00

STUDIO 2 I 13.30–14.15

THU 15 JAN–THU 12 FEB I THU 26 FEB–THU 02 APR TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM £39.60 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.

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!)

63 I Tiny Tunes I 3–4 yrs 98 I Community Dance Company See entry 98 on p19 for full details.

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STUDIO 2 I 14.15–15.00 block booking

THU 15 JAN–THU 12 FEB I THU 26 FEB–THU 02 APR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

As 45: Tiny Tunes but for older children. Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

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Under 5’s

creative play

44 I Baby Yoga 1

block booking

Around 10 wks to around 6 mths STUDIO 2 I 11.20–12.30

23 I Bouncin’ Beans Birth to crawling

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£52.00 I TEN WEEK TERM

STUDIO 2 I 10.30–11.30 WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

We introduce new babies and parents to all sorts of creative play at this popular class led by Fenella Bound. Classes include a bit of everything: music, object play, movement and rhymes.

24 I Bigger Beans

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB I FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

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Crawling to walking

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.

The tutor, Hazel Marr will contact all new parents before the term starts for an informal introduction and check on any relevant health matters.

STUDIO 2 I 11.45–12.30 WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

76 I Baby Yoga 2

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Around 6 mths to around 11 mths

As 23: Bouncin’ Beans above, but for older ones.

STUDIO 2 I 10.00–11.10

25 I Giant Beans

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18 mths (if walking)–3 yrs STUDIO 2 I 12.45–13.45 WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

For children who have enjoyed Bouncin' and Bigger beans - this class is for 18 months to 3 years who are now walking. Classes include a mix of music, object play, movement and rhymes. Parents and carers should stay for the classes.

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB I FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR £52.00 I TEN WEEK TERM

As 44: Baby Yoga above, but a more active, lively class for older babies who can sit securely. Each individual baby must be accompanied by an adult.

Please note: There is no requirement to have attended Baby Yoga 1 The tutor,Hazel Marr will contact all new parents before the term starts for an informal introduction and check on any relevant health matters.

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timetable weekly classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

MONDAYS 01 02 92 66 06 54 07 74 09

Integrated Performance Group Drama Fun Yoga For Pregnancy The Hub Just Sing!

Yoga Contemporary Dance Cuban Moves Dance Performance Group

10.15-12.15 13.30-14.15 17.30-18.45 17.30-19.00 18.30-20.00 19.00-20.30 19.00-20.30 20.00-21.15 20.30-21.30

Jim Love Studio/Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Jim Love Studio SGL Room MacLean Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2

16+ 3-5yrs 16+ 13-19yrs 18+ 18+ 16+ 16+ 16+

19/23 10 21 17/23 20 21 19 19 19

TUESDAYS 10 12 13 14 95 16 15 19 18 17 21 22

Mini Movers Mini Movers Bunny Beats Drama for 5-8yrs Street Dance 5-8yrs Drama for 9-12yrs Street Dance 9-12yrs Digital Animation Advanced Eden Court Youth Theatre Street Dance for 13yrs+ Drama Lab Adobe Photoshop

10.30-11.00 11.15-11.45 13.30-14.15 16.00-16.45 16.00-16.45 16.45-18.00 17.00-18.00 17.00-19.00 18.00-19.30 18.00-19.30 19.30-21.30 19.30-21.30

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

18mths-3yrs 6-18mths 3-5yrs 5-8yrs 5-8yrs 9-12yrs 9-12yrs 8+ 13-17yrs 13+ (inc Adults) 18+ 16+

10 10 10 14 14 14 14 15 16 16/19 19 21

WEDNESDAYS 23 Bouncin’ Beans 24 Bigger Beans 25 Giant Beans 55 Let’s Draw 26 Musical Theatre for 9-12yrs 27 Filmmaking for 9-12yrs 69 LAMDA: Musical Theatre 30 Filmmaking for 13-17yrs 31 Tap Dance 33 Playwriting 34 Singing for the Shy 67 LAMDA: Grade 5 68 LAMDA: Elite 35 Jazz Dance

10.30-11.30 11.45-12.30 12.45-13.45 14.30-16.30 16.00-17.30 16.00-17.30 17.30-19.00 17.45-19.45 18.30-20.00 19.00-21.00 19.30-20.30 19.30-20.30 20.00-21.30 20.00-21.30

Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Tulloch Room SGL Room Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Studio 2

Birth to Crawling Crawling to Walking 18mths (if walking) 16+ 9-12yrs 9-12yrs 13-17yrs 13-17yrs 16+ 18+ 18+ Suggested age 16+ Suggested age 16+ 16+

11 11 11 21 14 15 18 17 19 22 20 18 18 20

THURSDAYS 45 63 36 37 38 91 40 39 99 41

13.30-14.00 14.15-15.00 16.00-16.45 16.45-18.00 18.00-19.30 18.00-19.30 18.00-21.00 18.30-20.30 19.00-21.00 19.30-21.30

Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Digital Room Tulloch Room SGL Room Jim Love Studio

1-2yrs 3-4yrs 5-8yrs 9-12yrs 14+ 14+ 18+ 18+ 18+ 13-17yrs

10 10 14 14 16/20 16/20 21 21 9 16

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Tiny Tunes 1-2yrs Tiny Tunes 3-4yrs Dance Jam for 5-8yrs Dance Jam for 9-12yrs Beginners Ballet Improvers Ballet Filmmaking for Adults Starting to Write Creative Writing Masterclasses Eden Court Youth Dance Group

weekly classes Class No.

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Age

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FRIDAYS 76

Baby Yoga 2

10.00-11.10

Studio 2

6mths-11mths

11

43

Advanced Dance Class

10.15-11.45

Jim Love Studio

18+

20

42

Draw The Dancers

10.15-11.45

Jim Love Studio

18+

20

44

Baby Yoga 1

11.20-12.30

Studio 2

10wks-6mths

11

47

LAMDA: Grade 1

16.00-17.00

Studio 2

Suggested age 8-12yrs

18

46

Digital Animation Beginners

16.00-18.00

Digital Room

8+

15

48

LAMDA: Grade 2

17.00-18.00

Jim Love Studio

Suggested age 8-15yrs

18

53

LAMDA: Grade 4

17.30-18.30

Studio 2

Suggested age 16+

18

51

LAMDA: Grade 3

18.00-19.00

Jim Love Studio

Suggested age 13-15yrs

18

50

Digital Animation Improvers

18.00-20.00

Digital Room

8+

15

SUNDAYS 57

Capoeira

19.00-21.00

Studio 2

13+

22

other classes Class No. Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

03

DrumJam

Sun 18 Jan/Sun 15 Feb/Sun 15 Mar I 14.00-16.00

MacLean Room

All Ages

7

05

Hullabaloo

Mon 26 Jan/Mon 23 Feb/Mon 30 Mar I 16.00-17.00

Studio 2

5-12yrs

15/23

58

Master Your Camera

Tue 24 Feb/Wed 25 Feb/Thu 26 Feb I 19.00-21.30

The Chapel

18+

21

60

Book Group

Thu 29 Jan/Thu 26 Feb/Thu 26 Mar I 19.30-21.00

The Chapel

16+

22

61

In Stitches

Every even Tues I 18.00

Café

18+

22

64

Highland Web Group

Tue 20 Jan/Tue 24 Feb/Tue 17 Mar I 19.00-21.00

Tulloch Room

All Ages

22

89

Babywearing Yoga

Wed 28 Jan/Wed 25 Feb/Wed 25 Mar I 10.00-11.15

Jim Love Studio

16+

21

90

5Rhythms Workshop

Sun 01 Feb I 14.00-16.30

Studio 2

18+

19

93

The Art Room

Sun 01 Feb/Sun 01 Mar I 14.00-17.00

Maclean Room

18+

21/23

98

Eden Court Community Dance Company

Sat 17 Jan/Sat 31 Jan/Sat 14 Feb/Sat 28 Feb/Sat 14 Mar 10.00-11.30

Studio 2

All Ages

19

100

Poetry For Everyone

Mon 05 Jan/Mon 02 Feb/Mon 02 Mar/Mon 06 Apr I 19.00-21.00

Tulloch Room

18+

22

special events Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

Scottish Ballet Workshops

Wed 21 Jan/Fri 23 Jan/Wed 11 Mar 17.00-18.30/10.15-11.45

Studio 2

Various

8

Haggis, Beasts & Tatties

Sun 25 Jan I 18.45

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

6

Let’s Paint with Acrylics

Mon 09 Feb I 14.30-16.30

Studio 2

16+

7

One Step Further

Mon 16 Feb I 10.00-16.00

Studio 2

16-21yrs

7

Spring Into Eden

Sat 21 Mar/Sun 22 Mar I 19.00/14.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

7

RoKzKool 3-5’s

Sun 29 Mar I 11.30-12.15

Studio 2

3-5yrs

7

RoKzKool 5-8’s

Sun 29 Mar I 12.30-13.30

Studio 2

5-8yrs

7

RoKzKool 9-12’s

Sun 29 Mar I 13.30-14.30

Studio 2

9-12yrs

7

Two’s Company– SQA Higher Drama Performance

Fri 10 Apr I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

7

NT Connections Festival 2015

Mon 13-Thu 16 Apr I 18.00

OneTouch Theatre

13+

6

LAMDA Introductory Session

Fri 24 Apr I 17.00-18.00

Studio 2

8+

18

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Classes for 5-12 yrs 37 I Dance Jam for 9-12 yrs

drama 14 I Drama for 5-8 yrs

STUDIO 2 I 16.45–18.00 block booking

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00–16.45 Please note that the class on 20 JAN will take place in the Maclean Room

£46.20 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. block booking

Keep jammin’ with our 9 - 12 yrs dance class which combines a mixture of dance styles, from hip-hop to contemporary, introduces basic technique and encourages dancers to get creative! block booking

95 I Street Dance for 5-8 yrs STUDIO 2 I 16.00–16.45 TUE 13 JAN–TUE 31 MAR

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.45–18.00 TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR Please note that the class on 20 JAN will take place in the Maclean Room

£46.20 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.

26 I Musical Theatre for 9-12 yrs

THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR

£50.40 I TWELVE WEEK TERM

TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

16 I Drama for 9-12 yrs

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£50.40 I TWELVE WEEK TERM Love to be fun and funky? This class is for you!

Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

15 I Street Dance for 9-12 yrs

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STUDIO 2 I 17.00–18.00 TUE 13 JAN–TUE 31 MAR

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00–17.30

£50.40 I TWELVE WEEK TERM WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£46.20 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM Master the skills of musical theatre and get a chance to perform in the end-of-year Musical in June! Wear loose comfortable clothing and have bare feet or wear jazz shoes. For any level of experience. Check out p18 for info about LAMDA: Musical Theatre too!

dance 36 I Dance Jam for 5-8 yrs

98 I Community Dance Company See entry 98 on p19 for full details.

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00–16.45 THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR

£50.40 I TWELVE 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! page 14

Want to be like Flawless and Diversity? This class is for you! Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

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Classes for 5-12 yrs

accessible arts 05 I Hullabaloo

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46 I Digital Animation:

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DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00–18.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB I FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

STUDIO 2 I 16.00– 17.00 I 5-12 YRS

TEN WEEK TERM

MON 26 JAN I MON 23 FEB I MON 30 MAR

£130.00 (18+) I £110.00 (13-17YRS) I £90.00 (8-12YRS)

£10.80 I THREE SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE £4.60

Hullabaloo is a drama group specially created for children with additional 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.

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:

The theme for this term is The Circus: JAN Circus Music FEB Circus Drama MAR Circus Crafts

Improvers

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DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00–20.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB I FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

TEN WEEK TERM £130.00 (18+) I £110.00 (13-17YRS) I £90.00 (8-12YRS)

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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 ROOM I 16.00–17.30 WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£88.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM 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 screenings at Eden Court's cinema at the end of the term. No experience necessary!

19 I Digital Animation:

Advanced

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DIGITAL ROOM I 17.00–19.00 I 8 YRS+ TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

ELEVEN WEEK TERM £143.00 (18+) I £121.00 (13-17YRS) I £99.00 (8-12YRS)

This class is only open to those who've already attended the Digital Animation for Beginners and Improvers courses 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. page 15

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Kids & young people 13-17 yrs Please note that some of our Adult Classes (pages 19-21) are also open to 16 & 17 year olds.

38 I Beginners Ballet

drama 18 I Eden Court Youth Theatre

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00–19.30 I 14 YRS+ block booking

THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR £74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (16-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00–19.30 I 13-17 YRS TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (14-17 YRS)

£57.20 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

This class is suitable for those with little or no Ballet experience or who wish to take it at a gentler pace.

The class will introduce the foundations of Ballet technique, focusing on posture and alignment. Wear comfortable clothes and socks or ballet shoes.

Join Eden Court’s Drama Artist John Batty 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 acting, this is the place to be!

No previous experience necessary.

dance 17 I Street Dance for 13 yrs+

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THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR block booking

£74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (16-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (14-17 YRS)

This class is suitable for those dancers who have a solid grounding in Ballet technique (over 2 years experience) and wish to be challenged to improve their technique and dance quality with more complicated sequences.

TUE 13 JAN–TUE 31 MAR £74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (13-17 YRS) TWELVE WEEK TERM Take your first steps down the road to superstardom with this fun and funky class. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

98 I Community Dance Company See entry 98 on p19 for full details.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.30–21.30 I 13 - 17YRS THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR £62.20 I TWELVE WEEK TERM A high-energy class for people who want to improve their dance technique, create and perform. The class combines Jazz, Contemporary and Street Dance.

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00–19.30 I 14 YRS+

STUDIO 2 I 18.00–19.30

41 I Eden Court Youth Dance Group

91 I Improvers Ballet

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66 I The Hub - Youth Club for Those on the Autistic Spectrum

30 I Filmmaking for 13-17 yrs

JIM LOVE STUDIO

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DIGITAL ROOM I 17.45–19.45 drop in

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17.30–19.00 I 13-19YRS MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE £4.60 The Hub is an exciting youth club, run by Eden Court CREATIVE’s very own Accessible Arts workers, which has been created at the request of teenagers who are on the Autistic spectrum. It is a place for teens to socialise and engage in a range of activities such as arts and crafts, computer games, magazines/ books, board games, and a soft play/ sensory chill zone which will be on offer every week. This is a drop in youth club which means that participants are not required to stay for the entire session, but are more than welcome to!

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£110.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM 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 screenings 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

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19 I Digital Animation: Advanced

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London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art Qualifications The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is one of the oldest drama schools in the United Kingdom. Former LAMDA students occupy the worlds of theatre, film and TV right across the globe. In addition to being fun, educational and confidence-building, LAMDA exams also equip candidates with skills that will serve them well for their whole life. So, if you want to unlock your imagination and creative-thinking, develop communication skills, build technical skills and get better at team-working, then LAMDA could be for you! 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.

CLASS

TITLE

DATES

TERM

TIME

VENUE

47

LAMDA: ENTRY LEVEL/GRADE 1

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

TEN WEEKS

16.00–17.00

STUDIO 2

48

LAMDA: GRADE 2

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

TEN WEEKS

17.00–18.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

51

LAMDA: GRADE 3

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

TEN WEEKS

18.00–19.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

53

LAMDA: GRADE 4

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 13 FEB FRI 27 FEB–FRI 27 MAR

TEN WEEKS

17.30–18.30

STUDIO 2

67

new day

LAMDA: GRADE 5

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

ELEVEN WEEKS

19.30–20.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

68

new day

LAMDA: ELITE (GRADES 6-8)

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

ELEVEN WEEKS

20.00–21.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

LAMDA: MUSICAL THEATRE ENTRY LEVEL/GRADE 1-3

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

ELEVEN WEEKS

17.30–19.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

69

LAMDA PRICING: ALL CLASSES ARE BLOCK BOOKING ONLY You attend the class that is right for your level, regardless of the suggested age range. If you are new to LAMDA, you must first book a place on the free introductory session (FRI 24 APR) to assess your correct grading. The price of the course depends on your age.

AGE 8–12 YRS 13-17 YRS 18 YRS+

TERM PRICE (10 WEEKS / 11 WEEKS) £42.00 / £46.20 £52.00 / £57.20 £62.00 / £68.20

THE LAMDA YEAR EXPLAINED: 2014 – 15 COURSE Term 1: Aug - Nov 2014 Open to new attendees Course Content: Introduction to LAMDA, Drama/Musical Theatre skills and Exam preparation.

Term 2: Jan–Mar 2015 Closed to new attendees Course Content: Performance skills and continuation of Exam preparation.

Term 3: Apr–Jun 2015 Open to new attendees (All new students must attend an introductory class on Fri 24 Apr to assess which grade/class to join) Term 3 is performance time! It’s a chance to put new found drama skills to the test by working on a performance for family and friends at Eden Court. Your LAMDA year comes to an end with a presentation of your exam certificate.

If you want more info about LAMDA classes at Eden Court, please contact LAMDA tutor Amanda Luscombe: aluscombe@eden-court.co.uk or Musical Theatre LAMDA tutor Nicola Gray: ngray@eden-court.co.uk page 18

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Adult classes 98 I Community Dance Company

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STUDIO 2 I 10.00–11.30 I ALL AGES I £4.00 PER PERSON

drama

01 I Integrated Performance Group

SAT 17 JAN I SAT 31 JAN I SAT 14 FEB I SAT 28 FEB I SAT 14 MAR

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JIM LOVE STUDIO & STUDIO 2 I 10.15–12.15 I 16 YRS + MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

Eden Court CREATIVE’s Community Dance Company is multigenerational and welcomes people of all ages and abilities who love to move. Participants can come as individuals or as a family (children under nine years must be accompanied) and new participants are very welcome. Building on the success of the previous projects and workshops, this term we will be creating a piece for Spring Into Eden on SAT 21 - SUN 22 MAR.

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £4.60 These classes are open to young people and adults both with and without additional support needs, who would like to explore a range of theatre arts: dance, drama, improvisation and performance.

09 I Dance Performance Group

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STUDIO 2 I 20.30–21.30 I 16 YRS + MON 12 JAN–MON 16 MAR £40.00 (18+) I £35.00 (16-17YRS) I TEN WEEK TERM

21 I Drama Lab

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JIM LOVE STUDIO & STUDIO 2 I 19.30–21.30 I 18 YRS+ TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR £68.20 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM A fun and informal class for anyone interested in acting, led by Eden Court's Drama Artist John Batty. You’ll experiment with characters, scripts and drama techniques.

No previous experience is necessary.

The class returns this term for dancers who wish to develop their devising and performing skills. No previous experience is necessary, but you will gain the most benefit if you also attend either Ballet, Contemporary or Jazz technique classes.

17 I Street Dance for 13yrs+

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00–19.30 TUE 13 JAN–TUE 31 MAR

£74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (13-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM

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90 I 5Rhythms® Workshop

Take your first steps down the road to superstardom with this fun and funky class. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required. drop in

STUDIO 2 I 14.00–16.30 I 18 YRS+

74 I Cuban Moves

SUN 01 FEB I £12.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 20.00–21.15 I 16 YRS +

5Rhythms is a philosophy, perspective and dynamic movement practice rooted in the principle that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself. Movement is both the medicine and the metaphor to transform suffering into art, art into awareness, and awareness into action.

All levels of fitness welcome. No experience needed, just a willingness to move and be moved.

MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

07 I Contemporary Dance

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STUDIO 2 I 19.00–20.30 I 16 YRS + MON 12 JAN–MON 30 MAR £74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (16-17YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS)

Contemporary Dance uses dance techniques and methods found in ballet, modern dance and postmodern dance. This is an open level technique class where the emphasis is on improving alignment and control, building sequences and developing expression. A good level of fitness is required.

Wear loose fitting clothes and have bare feet.

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£68.20 (18 YRS+) I £57.20 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS) Mix it up Cuban style with Noel Hernandez-Roque, professional dancer and Salsa Champion from Cuba. Learn a range of dances, including Rumba and Cha Cha, plus some Cuban specialities such as Mambo and Son.You can come as an individual or with a partner. Please wear comfortable clothes and clean shoes.

31 I Tap Dance

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30–20.00 I 16 YRS+ WED 14 JAN–WED 01 APR £74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (16-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17 YRS) The perfect class for if you want to ‘have a go’ at tap dance.

With new tutor Libby Daye, you’ll learn hot steps, heel clicks and stomps in this fun class.

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42 I Draw the Dancers

STUDIO 2 I 20.00–21.30 I 16 YRS+

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.15–11.45 I 18 YRS+

WED 14 JAN–WED 01 APR

FRI 16 JAN–FRI 27 MAR I CLASS PRICE: £3.00 Please note that there will be no class on 13 MAR

£74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (16-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17 YRS)

Razzle dazzle, shimmy and slide at this fun class for beginners and improvers who want to try out techniques and learn simple routines. Wear loose clothes and either bare feet or jazz shoes. drop in

38 I Beginners Ballet

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

music 06 I Just Sing!

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00–19.30 I 14 YRS+

THE SGL ROOM I 18.30–20.00 I 18 YRS+

THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR

MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

£74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (14-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM

£68.20 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £7.20

CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (14-17 YRS)

Join this fun and relaxed singing group where you'll sing a varied repertoire of songs, some in unison, some in parts, exploring different techniques and styles. There will be an opportunity to perform these to friends and family on the last evening of each term. Ideally suited to those with previous singing experience and to those capable of singing in parts, but open to all levels.

This class is suitable for those with little or no Ballet experience or who wish to take it at a gentler pace. The class will introduce the foundations of Ballet technique, focusing on posture and alignment. Wear comfortable clothes and socks or ballet shoes.

91 I Improvers Ballet

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34 I Singing for the Shy

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00–19.30 I 14 YRS+

THE SGL ROOM I 19.30–20.30 I 18 YRS+

THU 15 JAN–THU 02 APR

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

£74.40 (18+) I £62.40 (14-17 YRS) I TWELVE WEEK TERM

£68.20 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £7.20

CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (14-17 YRS)

Still keeping your vocal talents hidden behind the shower curtain? Now’s your chance to shine! Fiona Sellar leads this relaxed and supportive class making use of your favourite pop, rock and musical numbers to develop your confidence and enjoyment of singing with a group. No experience required; the class welcomes all levels of singing abilities.

This class is suitable for those dancers who have a solid grounding in Ballet technique (over 2 years experience) and wish to be challenged to improve their technique and dance quality with more complicated sequences.

43 I Advanced Dance Class

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.15–11.45 I 18 YRS+ FRI 16 JAN–FRI 27 MAR Please note that there will be no class on 13 MAR

£62.00 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £7.20 A challenging and in-depth technique class for professionals or dancers with considerable dance experience and ability. Led by various tutors.

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54 I Yoga

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MACLEAN ROOM I 19.00–20.30 I 18 YRS+

DIGITAL ROOM I 19.30–21.30 I 16 YRS+

MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 02 MAR–MON 30 MAR

TUE 13 JAN–TUE 10 FEB I TUE 24 FEB–TUE 31 MAR

£62.00 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £7.20

£143.00 (18+) I £121.00 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM Explore the mysteries of Adobe Photoshop. Learn to edit and enhance images to create new compositions. The class provides an introduction to Photoshop. Bring your own laptop (with Adobe Photoshop software). Participants without their own laptop will be able to use our computers using the free Photoshop-alternative–GIMP.

Take time out of your busy week to relax using Hatha Yoga techniques, with tutor Diane Roberts. Open to any level of experience. Wear loose comfortable clothing.

92 I Yoga for Pregnancy

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STUDIO 2 I 17.30–18.45 I 16 YRS+ MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

40 I Filmmaking for Adults

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£68.20 (18 YRS+) I £57.20 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00–21.00 I 18 YRS+

CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17 YRS) I PARTNERS ONLY £5.00

THU 15 JAN–THU 12 FEB I THU 26 FEB–THU 02 APR

Yoga for Pregnancy classes are a wonderful way to connect with yourself, your baby and other new Mums-to-be in preparation for labour, birth and beyond. With Charlotte Esme Turner, an experienced Yoga teacher and mother of three, we’ll be exploring gentle Yoga postures, breath awareness and relaxation techniques to gain strength and a greater sense of wellbeing on all levels: physically, emotionally and mentally. This class can also help to alleviate any physical discomfort, improve quality of sleep, reduce anxiety, improve posture and circulation whilst strengthening muscles and joints so that you can approach labour and birth at your optimum levels of health and happiness. Partners are also encouraged to attend.

£132.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM 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!

46 I Digital Animation: Beginners

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89 I Babywearing Yoga

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.00–11.15 I 16 YRS+ WED 28 JAN I WED 25 FEB I WED 25 MAR

50 I Digital Animation: Improvers

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19 I Digital Animation: Advanced

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58 I Master your Camera

£18.60 (18+) I £15.60 (16-17 YRS) I THREE SESSION TERM CLASS PRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17 YRS)

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Babywearing Yoga is a lovely opportunity to relax and bond with your newborn through gentle movement. A fun, relaxing class with tutor Charlotte Esme Turner, suited to all fitness levels. You will need to have a supportive two-shouldered baby carrier - wraps are perfect as are soft structured carriers.

55 I Let’s Draw

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THE CHAPEL I 19.00–21.30 I 18 YRS+

STUDIO 2 I 14.30–16.30 I 16 YRS+

TUE 24–THU 26 FEB I £48.00

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

Learn to improve your photography skills with Lightstalker Scotland's Master of Photography Glen Campbell. You’ll take control of your camera with this informative and inspiring class.

Classes will contain both theory-based classes and practical location-based Masterclass. These classes sell out very quickly and have limited numbers, so book early to avoid disappointment.

£68.20 (18+) I £57.20 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

writing 39 I Starting to Write

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Ideal for complete beginners or those with a little experience. An opportunity to explore techniques using pencil, charcoal and soft pastels with tutor Deirdre McCrimmon. Using a variety of subject matter, including the landscape, portrait and still-life, we'll look at line, tone, form and colour. A great introduction or good for those who want to go back to basics or improve their art skills. Fun and informative.All levels of ability are welcome and materials are supplied.

93 I THE ART ROOM: Wellbeing Through Art

TULLOCH ROOM I 18.30–20.30 I 18 YRS+

MACLEAN ROOM I 14.00–17.00 I 18 YRS+

THU 15 JAN–THU 12 FEB I THU 26 FEB–THU 02 APR

SUN 01 FEB I SUN 01 MAR £9.00 I TWO SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.50

£68.20 I ELEVEN 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.

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Use paints and other art materials for self expression, relaxation and fun! Even if you haven’t done this since you were small, come along, join the group led by Ros Hill, and have some “you” time!

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tickets and info 01463 234 234

Free classes 61 I In Stitches

33 I Playwriting

CAFÉ I 18.00– LATER I 18 YRS+ I FREE

TULLOCH ROOM I 19.00– 21.00 I 18 YRS+ I FREE

TUE 06 JAN–TUE 24 MAR

WED 14 JAN–WED 11 FEB I WED 25 FEB–WED 01 APR

Meet for stitching and bitching, bad jokes and tea & cakes (and sometimes a film) every even Tuesday. Everyone is welcome, so hook up to share your skills, patterns, yarns etc, or if you want to learn how to knit or crochet then you'll be especially welcome. Turn up, knit one, purl three!

This exciting playwriting group will be self-run every Wednesday. Members will have the chance to gain feedback from each other on their scripts and draw upon the experiences of occasional guest speakers. If you are new to the class and wish to enrol, please contact Phil Baarda philbaarda@hotmail.com or 07786 662 406 for more information.

100 I Poetry for Everyone TULLOCH ROOM I 19.00–21.00 I 18 YRS+ I FREE MON 05 JAN I MON 02 FEB I MON 02 MAR I MON 06 APR 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 chosen by the group and each person will bring along 3 or 4 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.

Upcoming themes are: 05 JAN Beginnings 02 FEB Love 02 MAR Scottish Poetry 06 APR Duplicity

57 I Capoeira STUDIO 2 I 19.00–21.00 I 13 YRS+ I FREE SAT 10 JAN I SUN 18 JAN I SAT 31 JAN I SUN 08 FEB SUN 15 FEB I SAT 21 FEB I SUN 01 MAR I SUN 08 MAR SAT 14 MAR I SUN 22 MAR I SUN 29 MAR I SAT 04 APR 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 TULLOCH ROOM I 19.00–21.00 I ANY AGE I FREE

TUE 20 JAN I TUE 24 FEB I TUE 17 MAR

60 I Book Group THE CHAPEL I 19.30–21.00 I FREE 16 YRS+ RECOMMENDED

THU 29 JAN I THU 26 FEB I THU 26 MAR Eden Court Book Group meets monthly - just turn up for 7.30pm.

Upcoming books are: 29 JAN: Cross Stitch by Diana Gabaldon 26 FEB: And the Mountain Echoed by Khaled Hosseini 26 MAR: The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith

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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.

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

01 I Integrated Performance Group

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JIM LOVE STUDIO & STUDIO 2 I 10.15–12.15 I 16 YRS+

66 I The Hub–Youth Club for those on the Autistic Spectrum

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 17.30–19.00 I 13 - 19 YRS MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

MON 12 JAN–MON 09 FEB I MON 23 FEB–MON 30 MAR

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £4.60

£39.60 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE £4.60

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

The Hub is an exciting youth club, run by Eden Court CREATIVE’s very own Accessible Arts workers, which has been created at the request of teenagers who are on the Autistic spectrum. It is a place for teens to socialise and engage in a range of activities such as arts and crafts, computer games, magazines/ books, board games, and a soft play/ sensory chill zone which will be on offer every week. This is a drop in youth club which means that participants are not required to stay for the entire session, but are more than welcome to!

05 I Hullabaloo

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00–17.00 I 5–12 YRS

MON 26 JAN I MON 23 FEB I MON 30 MAR

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£10.80 I THREE SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE £4.60

Wellbeing Through Art

Hullabaloo is a drama group specially created for children with additional 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.

MACLEAN ROOM I 14.00–17.00 I 18 YRS+

The theme for this term is The Circus: JAN Circus Music FEB Circus Drama MAR Circus Crafts

Eden Court CREATIVE’s Accessible Arts workers can help people with Additional Support Needs find the services they need to become more active and engaged with the arts–just give us a call on 01463 239 841 or drop us an email creative@eden-court.co.uk

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SUN 01 FEB I SUN 01 MAR

£9.00 I TWO SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5.50 Use paints and other art materials for self expression, relaxation and fun! Even if you haven’t done this since you were small, come along, join the group led by Ros Hill, and have some “you” time!

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 and those with physical and mental health issues.

For more information please email Ruby Worth at rworth@eden-court.co.uk

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In Your Area Interested in Theatre, Dance or Film? Want to find out what’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: South Sutherland & Ross-Shire

Jonathan Davies

jdavies@eden-court.co.uk

Inverness West (part time)

Amanda Luscombe

aluscombe@eden-court.co.uk

Inverness East (part time)

Katy-Louise Pritchett

kpritchett@eden-court.co.uk

Skye & Lochalsh (part time)

Katy-Louise Pritchett

kpritchett@eden-court.co.uk

Badenoch & Strathspey (part time)

Lorraine Hemmings

lhemmings@eden-court.co.uk

Nairn & Black Isle (part time)

Nicola Gray

ngray@eden-court.co.uk

Lochaber

Alan Gray

agray@eden-court.co.uk

Caithness & North Sutherland

David Hunter

dhunter@eden-court.co.uk

Gaelic (Highlands)

Roddy Nicolson

rnicolson@eden-court.co.uk

Dingwall

Hayley Savage

hsavage@eden-court.co.uk

Accessible Arts (Highland Schools)

Hayley Savage

hsavage@eden-court.co.uk

Accessible Arts (Communities & Adults)

Ruby Worth

rworth@eden-court.co.uk

Eden Court CREATIVE Manager (maternity cover)

Lucy McGlennon

lmcglennon@eden-court.co.uk

Drama Artist

John Batty

jbatty@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

Duncan Overmeer

dovermeer@eden-court.co.uk

Contact Us At Eden Court:

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