Eden Court CREATIVE Summer 2018 Brochure

EDEN COURT classes & activities from April 2018 Box Office 01463 234 234 www.eden-court.co.uk

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Welcome to Summer 2018 with Eden Court CREATIVE! CO N T E N TS Special Events

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Classes for Under 5s

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Classes for 5 – 12s

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Timetable

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Classes for 13 – 17s

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Qualifications at Eden Court

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Classes for Adults

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Accessible Arts

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Free Classes

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Tickets & Info

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Eden Court CREATIVE – In Your Area 24

“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 (Dr Who, Guardians of the Galaxy)

“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 (Studio Wayne McGregor)

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 summer term at Eden Court CREATIVE! Whether you want to practice your plié, scribe a story, or sing your socks off, we’ve something for everyone and there’s never been a better time to join in. Don’t miss the return of some of our most special events such as Gaelic Youth Theatre Festival (p4) and North of Scotland Youth Dance Platform (p5), as well as the LAMDA Showcase in June (p7). So cosy up and have a look through to see what takes your fancy this term. Come on – get CREATIVE! Lucy McGlennon Acting Eden Court CREATIVE Manager

SPECIAL EVENTS INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE GROUP PRESENTS: WILLY WONDERS SPLENDID HOTEL ONETOUCH THEATRE I MON 04 JUN I 14.00 I ALL AGES I £6/REDUCED RATE £4

Inspired by all the fantastic imaginations and characters in the Integrated Performance Group and in homage to Roald Dahl: Willy Wonders Splendid Hotel takes its audience on a journey through a hotel full of magic, mystery and wonder.

Prepare yourself to travel through floors of trees, elves and mis-numbered rooms in a lift that moves sideways, backwards and in parambic motions. You may even be one of the golden ticket holders; come and find out! Your fascinating host Willy Wonder welcomes one and all with a wit that’s faster than a shinkasen...

Tèatar Òigridh na Gàidhlig: An Lab ONE TOUCH THEATRE I THU 31 MAY – SAT 02 JUN I 19.00 I £6/REDUCED RATE £4

‘S e pròiseact co-obrachail a th’ ann an ‘T.Ò.G.: An Lab’, a th’ air a lìbhrigeadh le Eden Court ann an compàirteachais le Fèisean nan Gàidheal. Bidh trì buidhnean dràma bho air feadh na Gàidhealtachd a’ dealbhadh obair ùr sa Ghàidhlig le altan-obrach taisbeanaidh ‘s riochdachaidh am follais. Gheibh na buidhnean taic bho dhithis phroifeiseantaich chruthachail. Nì gach buidheann taisbeanadh fa leth san sgìre aca fhèin agus mu dheireadh aig Tèatar Eden Court mar phàirt de fhèill-thaisbeanaidh ‘TÒG: An Lab’ ‘TÒG: An Lab' is a collaborative project, run in partnership by Eden Court and Fèisean nan Gàidheal.

Three Gaelic performing groups from across the highlands will work towards devising new works in Gaelic performance and production technique with the support of 2 creative professionals. Each of the 3 groups will perform once at their home centre before transferring to Eden Court Theatre for a final performance as part of the ‘TÒG: An Lab‘ showcase.

For more information and to get involved, email Nic Gray ngray@eden-court.co.uk

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SPECIAL EVENTS

NORTH OF SCOTLAND YOUTH DANCE PLATFORM ONETOUCH THEATRE I THU 07 JUN I 19.00 I ALL AGES I £9/REDUCED RATE £6

Come and see the dancing talent of the future! Performances by youth dance groups from across the North of Scotland: Eden Court Young Dance Company Plan B Young Company Bodysurf Youth Dance Elgin Ullapool Youth Dance Group

Eden Court Youth Dance Group SkyeDance Youth Company Fortrose Youth Dance Group

As well as performances from guess Scottish Dance Theatre Youth Company and the National Youth Dance Company of Scotland (YDance).

03 DRUMJAM MACLEAN ROOM SUN 01 APR I SUN 06 MAY I SUN 03 JUN I SUN 01 JUL 14.00 – 16.00 ALL AGES (UNDER 12S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT) £16 I FOUR SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5 (UNDER 5s 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. These facilitated sessions will explore community music making, through hand drums and percussion and expressive rhythm. The first hour will be fun and freestyle for all ages; the second hour will be more structured and include complex rhythmns. Drums and percussion will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own.

Contact cocarol@talktalk.net for more info.

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SPECIAL EVENTS LAMDA MUSICAL THEATRE SHOWCASE ONETOUCH THEATRE I MON 11 JUN I 19.00 ALL AGES I £6/REDUCED RATE £4

Students from the LAMDA Musical Theatre class will perform excerpts from the exam syllabus along with added musical theatre numbers to bring you an entertaining hour of song and dance. This year they will be collaborating with Youth Jazz Dance class to bring you a triple threat musical theatre experience. The evening will finish with a presentation of grading certificates and medals.

LAMDA SHOWCASE: HIDDEN LIVES ONE TOUCH THEATRE I TUE 19 & WED 20 JUN 19.00 I £6/REDUCED RATE £4

What if we lived in a world where what we look like is more important that who we are... sound familiar? Join us to have your ideas tested, your thoughts reversed and maybe a peep at the future. Three plays over two nights performed by young people from across the Highlands, including The Chrysalids by John Wyndham, Skellig by David Almond and Ten Tiny Fingers, Nine Tiny Toes by Sue Townsend.

Tue 19 The Chrysalids and Skellig Wed 20 Ten Tiny Fingers, Nine Tiny Toes

INTO THE WOODS JR ONETOUCH THEATRE I FRI 22 JUN I 17.00 I 20.00 £9 REDUCED RATE £6

Following the success of The Wizard of Oz and Hairspray JR, Eden Court Musical Theatre urge you to be careful for what you wish for as Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s cockeyed fairytale comes to life in this special adaption. The baker and his wife wish to have a child; Cinderella wishes to attend the King’s Festival; Jack wishes his cow would give him some milk! After learning their wish can’t come true due to a witches curse, the baker and his wife set off on a journey to break the curse and wind up changed forever.

EDEN COURT COLLECTIVE NTS EXCHANGE HOMESHOW ONE TOUCH THEATRE I MON 25 JUN I 19.00 14YRS+ I £9/REDUCED RATE £6

The Eden Court Collective is an auditioned youth theatre featuring up and coming talent from across the Highlands, directed by our own Drama Artist Amy Watt. The group have been working on a devised piece ahead of the National Theatre of Scotland Exchange festival in July. The evening will showcase an example of the exciting and innovative theatre burgeoning in the North of Scotland.

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EDEN COURT CREATIVE MASTERCLASSES SUN 06 MAY I SUN 20 MAY I SUN 03 JUN I 11.00 – 13.00 I 16YRS+ I £13/REDUCED RATE £11

Explore your interests in the wonderful world of CREATIVE with our experienced practitioners. This term we’ll be offering three two-hour workshops on a range of subject matter.

ADVENTURE FILMMAKING SUN 06 MAY

Join CREATIVE’s own documentary filmmaker Mike Webster for this two hour workshop looking at how best to film your own adventure. Drawing from experience, stories, mistakes and footage and from filming in Scottish mountainous enviroments, including gorges, edges of sea cliffs, foreign jungles and just difficult-to-find places. Mike will touch upon storytelling, tips on equipment, the festival circuit and where he believes your focus should be (pun intended!) with plenty time to pick his brains over a cuppa. Suitable for filmmakers and non-filmmakers alike, all you need is a thirst for adventure!

CHEKHOV SUN 20 MAY

A fantastic opportunity to delve into the techniques of Michael Chekhov let by CREATIVE In Your Area worker Andrew Simpkins. The session will look at Chekhov’s acting techniques, including character building, improvisation and the development of your imagination. These techniques are perfect to improve your acting skills and can make you stand out of the crowd at auditions.

STANISLAVSKI SUN 03 JUN

Konstantin Stanislavski was a father of naturalism, but is complete realism in theatre possible? Come and experience Stanislavski’s techniques and develop your character building skills, using emotion in performance and creating truth on stage. This is a must for anybody who is thinking about becoming a performer.

For our full programme of summer activities for all ages pick up our SUMMER CLASSES & ACTIVITIES flyer or find it on the Eden Court website. We have a new Theatre Arts Summer Camp and a Youth Theatre Arts Intensive; plus an Aspiring Young Dancers Intensive and the always popular Musial Theatre Mash-up. And much more! page 7

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

MUSIC & DANCE block booking

STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 10.45 I 1-3 YRS FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN

12 I LET’S BOOGIE STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 11.45 I STANDING TO 3YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM

£36 I NINE WEEK TERM

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!)

This terrific 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!).

13 I BUNNY BEATS 02 I DRAMA FUN

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30 – 14.15 I 3-5 YRS WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM

An exciting drama group for children aged 3 – 5 years explores 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 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £36 I NINE 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 26 APR – THU 21 JUN Please note there will be no class on THU 24 MAY. £32 I EIGHT 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!).

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Classes for under 5s CREATIVE PLAY

44 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 1

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.20 – 12.30

23 I BOUNCIN’ BEANS

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STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 11.00 I BIRTH TO SITTING WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £36 I NINE 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!).

24 I BIGGER BEANS

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STUDIO 2 I 11.15 – 12.00 I SITTING TO STANDING WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM

10 WKS – AROUND 6 MTHS FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN Please note that there will be no class on FRI 25 MAY. £48 I EIGHT 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.

As BOUNCIN’ BEANS above, but for older ones.

76 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 2 25 I GIANT BEANS STUDIO 2 I 12.15 – 13.15 18 MTHS (IF WALKING) – 3 YRS WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM

As BOUNCIN’ BEANS above, but for toddlers!

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.00 – 11.10 AROUND 6 MTHS – 11 MTHS FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN Please note that there will be no class on FRI 25 MAY.

£48 I EIGHT WEEK TERM

As 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.

44 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 1 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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36 I DANCE JAM FOR 5-8 YRS block booking

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £45 I NINE WEEK TERM

STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £45 I NINE 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.

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

16 I DRAMA FOR 9-12 YRS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16:45 –18:00 I 9-12 YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £45 I NINE WEEK TERM

Have fun in this exciting drama class exploring text, voice, character and movement through theatre games and exercises. The class works 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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STUDIO 2 I 16.45 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £45 I NINE WEEK TERM

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!

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00 – 17.30 I 9-16 YRS WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £45 I NINE 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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37 I DANCE JAM FOR 9-12 YRS

95 I COMMERCIAL DANCE FOR 5-8 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £45 I NINE WEEK TERM

Join our fab tutor, Brogan Reilly, for this energetic class. You’ll learn all the latest moves and a range of street dance styles. 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 COMMERCIAL DANCE FOR 9-12 YRS

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27 I FILMMAKING FOR 9-12 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 16:45 –18:00 I 9-12 YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £45 I NINE WEEK TERM

DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00 – 17.30 I 9-12 YRS WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £72 I NINE WEEK TERM

Join our fab tutor, Brogan Reilly, for this energetic class. You’ll learn all the latest moves and a range of street dance styles. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

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!

ACCESSIBLE ARTS 05 I HULLABALOO

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46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 17.00 I 5-12 YRS MON 07 MAY I MON 04 JUN £8 I TWO SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

See entry 46 on p15 for full details

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.

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 28 47 48 51 04 29 06 07 09

Integrated Performance Group Let’s Paint with Acrylics Filmmaking for 13-17yrs CLASS ONE LAMDA: Entry Level/Grade 1+2 LAMDA: Grade 3 LAMDA: Grade 4 Just Dance!

Filmmaking for 13-17yrs CLASS TWO Just Sing!

Contemporary Dance Dance Performance Group

10.30-12.30 13.30-15.30 16:15-18:00 16.30-17.30 16.30-17.30 17.30-18.30 17.45-18.45 18.30-20.15 19.00-20.30 19.00-20.30 20:30-21:45

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

16+ 16+ 13-17yrs Suggested age 8-15yrs Suggested age 13-15yrs Suggested age 16+ 16+ 13-17yrs 18+ 16+ 16+

17 20 15 16 16 16 17 15 19 17 17

TUESDAYS 12 66 08 13 14 95 16 15 18 17 21 54

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

11.00-11.45 11.15-12.15 13:30-14:30 13.30-14.15 16.00-16.45 16.00-16.45 16.45-18.00 16:45-18:00 18.00-19.30 18.00-19.30 19.30-21.30 19.30-21.00

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

Sitting to standing 15yrs+ 15yrs+ 3-5yrs 5-8yrs 5-8yrs 9-12yrs 9-12yrs 13-17yrs 13-17yrs 18yrs+ 18yrs+

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

WEDNESDAYS 23 Bouncin’ Beans 58 Let’s Draw and Paint with Mixed Media 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 CLASS THREE 31 Tap Dance 65 LAMDA: Elite 1 34 Singing for the Shy 68 LAMDA: Elite 2 35 Jazz Dance

10.00-11.00 10.30-12.30 11.15-12.00 12.15-13.15 13.30-14:15 13.30-15.30 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 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Digital Room Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio The Chapel Jim Love Studio Studio 2

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

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

THURSDAYS 52 45 49 36 69 37 91 40 39 41

10.30-12.00 11.00 -11.45 13.00-16.00 16.00-16.45 16.30-18.00 16.45-18.00 18.00-19.30 18.00-21.00 18.30-20.30 19.30-21.30

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

Adults 1-4yrs 18yrs+ 5-8yrs Suggested Age 8+ 9-12yrs 14yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 13-17yrs

18 8 19 10 16 10 14/18 19 20 14

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Gracenotes Dance Performance Group Tiny Tunes Daytime Filmmaking for Adults Dance Jam for 5-8yrs LAMDA: Musical Theatre Grade 1-3 Dance Jam for 9-12yrs Modern Ballet Filmmaking for Adults Creative Writing Eden Court Youth Dance Group

weekly classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

FRIDAYS 76

Parent & Baby Yoga 2

10.00-11.10

Jim Love Studio

6mths-11mths

9

101

Let’s Pretend

10.00-10.45

Studio 2

1-3yrs

8

43

Advanced Dance Class

11.00–12.30

Studio 2

18yrs+

18

42

Draw The Dancers

11.00–12.30

Studio 2

18yrs+

20

44

Parent & Baby Yoga 1

11.20-12.30

Jim Love Studio

10wks-6mths

9

46

Digital Animation: Beginners

16.00-18.00

Digital Room

8yrs+

15

50

Digital Animation: Improvers/Advanced

18.00-20.00

Digital Room

8yrs+

15

32

Youth Jazz Dance

18.30-20.00

Studio 2

13-17yrs

14

18.00-20.00

Studio 2

13yrs+

22

SATURDAYS/SUNDAYS 57 Capoeira

other classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

03

DrumJam

Sun 01 Apr I Sun 06 May I Sun 01 Jul I 14.00-16.00

Maclean Room

All Ages

5

05

Hullabaloo

Mon 07 May I Mon 04 Jun I 16.00-17.00

Studio 2

5-12yrs

11

61

In Stitches

Every even Tues I 18.00

Café

18yrs+

22

100

Poetry For Everyone

Mon 07 May I Mon 04 Jun I MON 02 JUL I 19.00-20.30 Mon 06 Aug

SGL Room

18yrs+

22

64

Highland Web Group

Tue 15 May I Tue 19 Jun I Thu 17 Jul I 19.00-21.00 Thu 14 Aug

The Chapel

All Ages

22

60

Book Group

Thu 31 May I Thu 28 Jun I Thu 26 Jul I 19.30-21.00

The Chapel

16yrs+

22

33

Playwriting

Wed 02 May I Wed 16 May I Wed 30 May I 18:00-21:00 Wed 13 Jun I Wed 27 Jun

SGL Room

18yrs+

22

special events Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

CREATIVE Masterclasses

Sun 06 May I Sun 20 May I 11.00-13.00 Sun 03 Jun

Studio 2

16yrs+

4

Tèater Òigridh na Gàidlig: An Lab

Thu 31 May-Sat 02 Jun I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

13-17yrs

5

Willy Wonders Splendid Hotel

Mon 04 Jun I 14.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

4

North of Scotland Youth Dance Platform

Thu 07 Jun I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

4

LAMDA Musical Theatre Showcase

Mon 11 Jun I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

7

LAMDA Showcase: Hidden Lives

Tue 19 & Wed 20 Jun I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

5

Into the Woods JR

Fri 22 Jun I 17.00 I 20:00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

6

Eden Court Collective NTS Exchange Homeshow

Mon 25 Jul I 19.00

One Touch Theatre

14yrs+

6

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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

41 I EDEN COURT YOUTH DANCE GROUP

18 I EDEN COURT YOUTH THEATRE

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13-17 YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £54 I NINE WEEK TERM

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

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.

32 I YOUTH JAZZ DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30 – 20.00 I 13 –17 YRS FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN £54 I NINE 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.

DANCE 91 I MODERN BALLET

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS + THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £63 (18+) I £54 (14-17 YRS) I NINE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (14-17 YRS)

An open level class for those with some ballet experience and reasonable fitness. The class focuses on developing technique, dance quality and expression. Ballet shoes or socks required.

17 I COMMERCIAL DANCE FOR 13-17 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13 –17 YRS TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £54 I NINE WEEK TERM

Join our fab tutor, Brogan Reilly, for this energetic class. You’ll learn all the latest moves and a range of street dance styles. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

Please note some of our Adult Classes (pages 17 - 20) are also open to 16 & 17 year olds. page 14

Classes for 13-17s ACCESSIBLE ARTS 66 I CREATIVE ARTS TRANSITIONS (C.A.T.)

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.15 – 12.15 I 15 YRS+ TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN

£36 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

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.

DIGITAL MEDIA 28 I 29 I 30 FILMMAKING FOR 13-17 YRS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 13-17 YRS CLASS 1 16:15 –18:00 I MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN I £78.75 CLASS 2 18.30 – 20.15 I MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN I £78.75 CLASS 3 17.45 – 19.45 I WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN I £90 NINE WEEK TERM

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!

THIS TERM WE WILL BE OFFERING THREE FILMMAKING CLASSES FOR 13-17 YRS. PLEASE STATE WHETHER YOU WISH TO BOOK ONTO CLASS 1, 2 OR 3 WHEN RESERVING WITH OUR BOX OFFICE.

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00 – 18.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN £117 (18+)/£99 (13-17 YRS)/£81 (8-12 YRS) NINE WEEK TERM

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 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN £117 (18+) / £99 (13-17 YRS)/£81 (8-12 YRS) NINE 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.

SQA COURSES The application deadline is MONDAY 12 MARCH; auditions will take place in April & May at Eden Court.

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 2018/19 academic year for: • National 5 Drama • Higher Drama • Higher Dance

There may 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 can also accept applications from mature students and students who are studying outside of the Highland area, although there will be a course fee for these applicants.

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. Assistance with travel and accommodation expenses is available for those students travelling from outside Inverness to attend the course.

Contact Teya-Jean Bawden, CREATIVE Assistant at tjbawden@eden-court.co.uk for an application pack

LAMDA ONLY OPEN TO EXISTING STUDENTS THIS TERM 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.

THE LAMDA YEAR EXPLAINED Term 1: Aug –Nov 2018 Course Content: Introduction to LAMDA, Drama/Musical Theatre skills and Exam preparation.

Term 2: Jan – Mar 2019 Course Content: Performance skills and continuation of Exam preparation.

Term 3: Apr – Jun 2019 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.

AGE 8-12 YRS 13-17 YRS 18 YRS+

TERM PRICE (9 WEEKS) £45 £54 £63

LAMDA classes are open to new students at the start of Term 1 (Aug 2018) – all new students must attend a free introductory session to assess grading. For more information please email creative@eden-court.co.uk

DRAMA CLASS

TITLE

DATES

TIME

VENUE

47

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

MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN

16.30 – 17.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

48

GRADE 3 (Suggested age: 13-15yrs)

MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN

16.30 – 17.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

51

GRADE 4 (Suggested age: 16+)

MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN

17.30 – 18.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

67

GRADE 5 (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN

17.30 – 18.30

STUDIO 2

65

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

WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN

19.00 – 20.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

68

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

WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN

20.00 – 21.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS

TITLE

DATES

TIME

VENUE

69

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

THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN

16.30 – 18.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

70

MUSICAL THEATRE – GRADE 4-ELITE (Suggested age: 18yrs+)

WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN

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.

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Classes for Adults

DRAMA

07 I CONTEMPORARY DANCE block booking

01 I INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE GROUP

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STUDIO 2 I 19.00 – 20.30 I 16 YRS + MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN £63 (18+)/£54 (16-17 YRS) NINE WEEK TERM

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.30 – 12.30 I 16 YRS+ MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

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 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £63 I NINE WEEK TERM

A fun and informal class for anyone interested in acting led by Eden Court CREATIVE’s Drama Artist, Amy Watt. You’ll experiment with characters, scripts and drama techniques.

No previous experience is necessary.

DANCE 04 I JUST DANCE!

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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 –21:45 I 16 YRS + MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN £63 (18+)/£54 (16-17 YRS) NINE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (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.

For more information contact our Dance Artist Louise at lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk.

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STUDIO 2 I 17.45 – 18.45 I 16 YRS+ MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN £63 (18+)/£54 (16-17 YRS) NINE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

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.

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Classes for Adults DANCE

43 I ADVANCED DANCE CLASS

08 I I ❤ DANCE

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 14.30 I 15 YRS+ TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM

This inclusive class is for people with and without additional support needs. This class will include warm up sequences, expressive movement.

Choreography and relaxation. A reasonable level of mobility is required.

31 I TAP DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30 – 20.00 I 16 YRS+ WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £63 (18+)/£54 (16-17 YRS) I NINE WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (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 11.00 – 12.30 I 18 YRS+ FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN Please note there will be no class on FRI 8 JUN £56 I EIGHT WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

A challenging and in-depth technique class for professionals or dancers with considerable dance experience and ability. Led by a variety of tutors.

52 I GRACENOTES DANCE PERFORMANCE GROUP

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STUDIO 2 I 10.30 – 12.00 THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £63 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

A class 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

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STUDIO 2 I 20.00 – 21.30 I 16 YRS+

MUSIC

WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £56 (18+) /£48 (16-17 YRS) I EIGHT WEEK TERM Please note there will be no class on WED 16 MAY CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

06 I JUST SING!

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.

91 I MODERN BALLET

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS+ THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £56 (18+) /£54 (16-17 YRS) I EIGHT WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

An open level class for those with some ballet experience and reasonable fitness. The class focuses on developing technique, dance quality and expression. Ballet shoes or socks required.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.00 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN £63 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

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.

Registration for Just Sing will be held in the Stalls Foyer, first floor, before the first session on MON 23 APR 18:30 –19:00.

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Classes for Adults MUSIC

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46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

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34 I SINGING FOR THE SHY CHAPEL I 19.30 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ WED 02 MAY– WED 27 JUN

Please note: there will be no class on WED 23 MAR £56 I EIGHT WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

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.

50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED See entry 50 on p15 for full details.

WRITING 39 I CREATIVE WRITING

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SGL ROOM I 18.30 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+

DIGITAL MEDIA 49 I DAYTIME FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS

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THU 26 APRIL –THU 21 JUN

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DIGITAL ROOM I 13.00-16.00 I 18+ YRS THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £108 I NINE WEEK TERM

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!

40 I FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS

PLEASE NOTE the class on THU 24 MAY will be held in the Riverview Suit £63 I NINE 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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DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ THU 26 APR – THU 21 JUN £108 I NINE WEEK TERM

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

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Classes for Adults

RELAX

58 I LET’S DRAW AND PAINT WITH MIXED MEDIA

56 I LET’S PAINT WITH ACRYLICS

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30 – 15.30 I 16 YRS+ MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN £63 (18+)/£54 (16-17 YRS) I NINE 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.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.30 – 12.30 I 16 YRS+ WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £63 (18+) /£54 (16-17 YRS) I NINE WEEK TERM

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.

55 I LET’S DRAW

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 15.30 I 16 YRS+ WED 25 APR – WED 20 JUN £63 (18+)/£54 (16-17 YRS) I NINE WEEK TERM

54 I YOGA

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STUDIO 2 I 19.30 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £63 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

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.

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.

42 I DRAW THE DANCERS STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 12.30 I 18 YRS+ FRI 27 APR – FRI 22 JUN Please note there will be no class on FRI 8 JUN CLASS PRICE: £3

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. page 20

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

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.30 – 12.30 I 16 YRS+ £36 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

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.

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 17.00 I 5-12 YRS MON 07 MAY I MON 04 JUN £8 I TWO SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

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.

08 I I ❤ DANCE

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.15 – 12.15 I 15 YRS+ TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

MON 23 APR – MON 18 JUN

05 I HULLABALOO

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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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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 14.30 I 15 YRS+ TUE 24 APR – TUE 19 JUN £36 I NINE WEEK TERM

This inclusive class is for people with and without additional support needs. This class will include warm up sequences, expressive movement.

Choreography and relaxation. A reasonable level of mobility is required.

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 61 I IN STITCHES

33 I PLAYWRITING

CAFÉ I 18.00 – LATER I 18 YRS+ TUE 24 APR – TUE 14 AUG FREE

CHAPEL I 18.00 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ WRITING SESSIONS WED 02 MAY I WED 30 MAY I WED 27 JUN SCRATCH NIGHTS WED 16 MAY I WED 13 JUN FREE

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.

100 I POETRY FOR EVERYONE SGL ROOM I 19.00 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ MON 07 MAY I MON 04 JUN I MON 02 JUL I MON 06 AUG FREE

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 MAY – Friendship 04 JUN – Whales/Dolphins/Sea Creatures 02 JUL – Sleep/Dreams 06 AUG – Books

60 I BOOK GROUP CHAPEL I 19.30 – 21.00 I 16 YRS+ THU 31 MAY I THU 28 JUN I THU 26 JUL

This exciting and innovative playwriting group is self-run 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, or if you’re new to the group and wish to enrol, please contact Phil Baarda on 07483 251 514 or philbaarda@hotmail.com

57 I CAPOEIRA STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 20.00 I 13 YRS+ SUN 06 MAY I SAT 12 MAY I SUN 20 MAY I SUN 27 MAY SAT 02 JUN I SUN 10 JUN I SUN 17 JUN I SAT 23 JUN SUN 01 JUL 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.

FREE

Eden Court Book Group meets monthly – just turn up for 7.30pm.

Upcoming books are: 31 MAY: White Bird Passes

by Jessie Cresson 28 JUN: Madame Zero

by Sarah Hall 26 JUL: The Summer Book

by Tove Jannson

64 I HIGHLAND WEB GROUP CHAPEL I 19.00 – 21.00 I ANY AGE TUE 15 MAY I TUE 19 JUN I TUE 17 JUL I TUE 14 AUG 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.

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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 for adults and 50p for under 18s). 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 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.

If your evidence is dated indefinitely or covers more than one term you will only need to apply once a year.

Please contact Box Office on 01463 234 234 for a bursary form or download one from the BROCHURES 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.

Important information for under 18s All under 18s 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 three working days, after which time they will be released for sale. Please note that we do NOT accept reservations for events less than seven working 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 23 APR – FRI 22 JUN. Please make sure you read the class dates carefully as these may vary.

Drop in & block booking

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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 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.

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.

Please contact the Eden Court CREATIVE Team on 01463 239 841 or email creative@eden-court.co.uk if you have any queries. page 23

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: 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

Andrew Simpkins

asimpkins@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

Dance Development

Laura Maclennan

lmaclennan@eden-court.co.uk

(Inverness & Inner Moray Firth)

Hollie Simpson

hsimpson@eden-court.co.uk

Gaelic (Highlands)

Roddy Nicolson

rnicolson@eden-court.co.uk

Eden Court CREATIVE Manager

Lucy McGlennon

lmcglennon@eden-court.co.ukk

Business & Engagement Officer

Nicola Gray

ngray@eden-court.co.uk

Dance Artist

Louise Marshall

lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

Drama Artist

Amy Watt

awatt@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

Contact Us At Eden Court:

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