Malvern Theatres Classes and Workshops Autumn 2023

Welcome to Studio One

We’re delighted that our project to re-build the front of Malvern Theatres is complete. This £2.25 million renovation has created Studio One: a brand new space comprising workshop and rehearsal areas as well as a 100-seat auditorium for live performances and film. It’s incredibly exciting to have a space especially for workshops, rehearsals and small-scale performances and Studio One promises to deliver some inspirational results.

More than anything else, Studio One provides a dedicated space for our expanding programme of classes and workshops. For the first time, we are able to provide sessions in the evenings and at weekends as well as during the day, widening the opportunities for participation. In this brochure you’ll find details of seventeen regular weekly classes and workshops for people of all ages and tailored to a wide range of needs.

People with multiple and profound disability will be able to attend activities with confidence, as a Changing Place facility has been installed. It will be the only one in our district.

Our programme of creative learning is delivered by teachers whose aim it is to nurture a life-long engagement with the arts. Whether as participant or audience member, our vision for Studio One is to expand and enhance creative learning experiences. Everyone who takes part will have the opportunity to develop their artistic expression, be it through dance, music, drama or the creative arts. We look forward to welcoming you to Studio One this autumn.

Book your class or workshop online at malvern-theatres.co.uk or call the box office on 01684 892277

Contemporary Dance for 7-11 years

This is a highly physical, fun and engaging dance class. Through skill building exercises, participants will develop a grounding in contemporary technique. The young dancers will also learn and create dances which will be performed in the studio theatre each term.

Mondays 11th Sept – 20th Nov 5.15pm-6.15pm 7-11 years Termly rate: £60

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Contemporary Dance for 11-19 years

This is an exciting and dynamic company led by Translucent Dance Company. Our aim is to help our young dancers empower themselves by finding their own individual voice through exceptional training in dance technique, choreography and performance. The dancers will experience what it is like to work as part of a professional dance company, creating and performing work for public viewing at Malvern Theatres as well as at local and national festivals.

Mondays 11th Sept – 20th Nov 6.30pm-7.30pm 11-19 years

Termly rate: £60

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Contemporary Dance for 20 years+

A fun and inspiring contemporary dance class in Translucent Dance Company’s distinctive Dynamic Release style. Participants will learn technical exercises which are repeated every week improving alignment whilst developing strong physical skills and confidence.

Tuesdays 12th Sept – 21st Nov 7.45pm-8.45pm 20 years+ Termly rate: £60

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Contemporary Dance for over 50s

This contemporary dance company aims to celebrate and showcase the unique and wonderful contribution older dancers bring to the dancing stage. No previous dance experience is required, just an openness and willingness to explore movement in a supportive and positive environment.

You will work with Translucent Dance Company to discover the joy and freedom of moving the body, connecting with others, whilst reversing the physical and mental aspects of ageing that dance is proven to do so wonderfully. “There is beauty to be held in an older adult moving, their life experience brings a richness to the stage that cannot be matched and is so inspiring to watch.”

Tuesdays 12th Sept – 21st Nov 6.30pm-7.30pm 50 years+ Termly rate: £60

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Parents & Wobblers

Movement Class for under 4s and their carer

Jiggle and sway the morning away with this fun, interactive movement class for little dancers and their grown-ups. Packed with play and imaginative movement that challenges tiny dancers’ imagination and creativity, encouraging development and confidence in early years, led by Amie Morgan from Dancefest.

The Big Jig

Irish Dance Class for Adults

Discover the dynamic world of dance with Jack Ludwig, a world touring professional Irish Dancer. Embark on a journey filled with rhythm, precision, and exhilaration. Under Jack’s expert guidance, you’ll learn all the fundamental steps, mastering the intricacies of Irish dance while building a solid foundation. From the lively jigs to the mesmerizing reels.

Immerse yourself in the benefits of dance as you unlock a world of physical and mental well-being. Irish dance is not just about the impressive footwork; it’s an invigorating workout that improves coordination, strength, and flexibility. It will boost your cardiovascular health, and enhance your overall fitness. Join this new Irish Dance class and unleash your inner dancer.

Thursdays 14th Sept - 23rd Nov 6.45pm-7.45pm 18 years+ Weekly rate: £5 Termly rate: £40

Chance to Dance

Dance Exercise Class for Over 50s

A wonderful opportunity to take part in a gentle dance exercise workshop. This session teaches basic dance routines using simple movement for those 50yrs+.Sessions are led by an experienced tutor from Dancefest.

Mondays 11th Sept – 20th Nov 11.30am-12.30pm 50 years+ Weekly rate: £6 Termly rate: £55

Gentle Dance

Seated Dance Class for Adults

Gentle Dance is a seated class (with opportunities to stand), that encourages you to explore structured, and expressive movement in a safe and welcoming format. Sessions are designed to exercise, motivate and uplift; helping reduce stress and tensions associated with illness, injury, pain, or lack of confidence.

Taking inspiration from a range of music and the world around us, we dance together at a gentler pace; helping to reconnect, strengthen and energise the body and mind. Led by Marie Oldaker from Dancefest who is very experienced in the delivery of community classes across all ages and abilities.

Fridays 15th Sept – 24th Nov 10.30am-11.30am

Adults Price: £6 per session

Make Your Mark

Mixed Media Creative Art Workshops for Adults

These interdisciplinary creative art workshops led by Bridget Lloyd, Head of Creative learning at Malvern Theatres, offering innovative, and varied techniques. With an emphasis on drawing and mark- making, you will explore a range of innovative techniques. Specialist materials are provided for this. Much camaraderie is gained by working to a united theme, so come along and release your creativeness.

Thursdays 14th Sept – 23rd Nov 10.30am-12.30pm

Adults Price: £6 per session

Make Your Mark Xtra

Creative Art Workshops tailored for Adults with learning difficulties

Sessions are tailored to enable participants to overcome physical barriers or impairments. It also offers the opportunity to enjoy spending time with people and to express their individuality through working with a variety of mediums. Make Your Mark Xtra provides a great boost to confidence and concentration. All materials are provided.

Wednesdays 20th Sept – 29th Nov 10am-12pm

Adults Price: £5 per session

Junior Musical Theatre Academy

Multi-disciplinary Theatre Class for 7-11 year olds

We are very excited to introduce two Musical Theatre classes to our Take Part programme this Autumn. Join Jack Ludwig, Artistic Director, Choreographer and performer in a new and exciting one-hour Musical Theatre class for ages 7 – 11 years and 12yrs+. Weekly sessions will look all aspects of musical theatre and the disciplines needed to be a Musical Theatre performer; Dance, Singing & Acting –enhancing performance techniques by building the skills together to create dance routines and production numbers from Broadway and West End musicals.

Thursdays 14th Sept - 23rd Nov Juniors (7-11 years) 4.15pm-5.15pm Price: £60 per term

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Senior Musical Theatre Academy

Advanced Musical Theatre Class for 12 years+

We welcome students of all abilities; whether you are new to musical theatre and want to try something different, build on your life skills and boost your selfconfidence, you may want to make new friends or wish to be a professional performer and pursue a career in the arts. Whatever your dream, with his professional guidance and industry experience, Jack can help nurture and build those skills, and instil confidence that ‘anything is possible.’

Thursdays 14th Sept - 23rd Nov

Seniors (12 years+) 5.30pm-6.30pm Price: £60 per term

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Little Theatre Makers

Interactive Drama Class for 5-7 year olds

Fun-filled drama sessions for little theatre makers are led by an experienced tutor from Monkeys in Motion. These diverse classes will be packed with fun and games, while building their confidence and imaginations.

Mondays 11th Sept – 20th Nov 4.15pm-5pm 5-7 years Price: £55 per term

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £5

Junior Theatre Creative Drama Class for 8-11 year olds

Create believable characters and learn the basics of stage geography and vocal techniques. These fun and creative sessions are perfect for improving drama skills, confidence and creativity. These sessions are led by Ben Mowbray, an experienced theatre practitioner.

Tuesdays 12th Sept – 21st Nov 4pm-5pm 8 – 11 years Price: £60 per term

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £6

Youth Theatre

Advanced Drama Class for 12 years+

Led by Ben Mowbray, Youth Theatre improves performance skills, vocal techniques and enhances knowledge of theatrical practices. Youth Theatre are also invited to see a drama performance each term from our theatre programme at no additional cost.

Saturdays 16th Sept – 25th Nov 11am-12.30pm

12 years+ Price: £100 per term, (payable in two instalments)

sessions

available in the first two weeks of term £9.50

Practice Makes Perfect

An Actor’s Guide to improving your practice for 17 years+

Join Moa Myerson, a professional actor and singer in a 10-week workshop series covering a range of practices to help with your approach to the world of acting.

The weekly sessions will explore different elements of the acting process, including the importance of warming up, learning how to make mistakes, learning to listen, preparing for auditions and more. We will bring your skills to life with dialogue, monologue and a look at acting through song.

The workshop series will conclude with an opportunity to perform in a relaxed and friendly showcase: your chance to perform what you want; bring a piece you’ve been working on for auditions or try something new and challenging. You may be applying to drama school, have been working as an actor and want to re-engage with some skills or if you simply need a confidence boost, this workshop series is for you!

Studio One: Sundays 17th Sept to 26th Nov 11am-1pm

17 years+ Price: £80 for the term (payable in two instalments)

Taster sessions available in the first two weeks of term £8.50

Film-Making

Film Production Class for 17 years+

Jonathan Zaurin is a professional filmmaker of expert calibre. Jonathan Zaurin - IMDb has worked with international producers and he is passionate telling stories with images. This series of workshops will take give you an understanding of cinematic language, and take you through the vital process of storytelling: from scriptwriting, to storyboarding in order to create a finished product. You will learn the many skills required to make your own film. You will acquire a deeper understanding of the process and discover how to make the most of your equipment in order to achieve your creative goals. There has never been a better time to enhance your film-making techniques.

Saturdays 16th Sept – 25th Nov 10.30am-12.30pm

17 years+ Price: £80 for the term (payable in two instalments)

Taster sessions are available in the first two weeks of term £8.50

School Workshops for GCSE & A-Level Students

Flabbergast Theatre brings two Shakespeare productions to Malvern Theatres in the autumn: Macbeth (14th-16th September) and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (22nd-25th November). Alongside these productions Flabbergast Theatre are offering workshops for GCSE and A-Level students between these dates, either in-school or here in Studio One. Workshops last two hours and are offered in the following areas:

Masks and Archetypes Puppetry

For further information and to book your workshop, please contact Bridget Lloyd, Head of Engagement and Creative Learning on 01684 580948 (bridget@malvern-theatres.co.uk)

14th & 15th Sept or 22nd - 24th Nov

In-school or Studio One; 10-20 participants; £250 per workshop

Clowning Physical Theatre