Classes and Workshops Spring 2024

malvern theatres Classes and Workshops Spring 2024

01684 892277 malvern-theatres.co.uk

The Take Part programme is producing some inspirational results in Studio One at Malvern Theatres.

More than anything else, Studio One provides a dedicated space for our expanding programme of classes and workshops. We provide sessions in the evenings and at weekends as well as during the day, widening the opportunities for participation. In this brochure, you will find details of twenty-one regular weekly classes and workshops for people of all ages and tailored to a wide range of needs.

Our creative learning programme is delivered by teachers whose aim it is to nurture a life-long engagement with the arts. Whether as a 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.

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, without which participants simply could not attend.

We look forward to welcoming you to Studio One at the start of 2024, but book early to avoid disappointment.

Book your class or workshop online at malvern-theatres.co.uk or call the box office on 01684 892277 Taster sessions are available for new participants

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 8th Jan to 18th March (no session 12th Feb) 5.15-6.15pm 7-11 years Termly rate: £60

Contemporary Dance for 12-19 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 8th Jan to 18th March (no session 12th Feb) 6.30-7.30pm 12-19 years Termly rate: £60

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 9th Jan to 19th March (no session 13th Feb) 7.45-8.45pm 20 years+ Termly rate: £60

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 9th Jan to 19th March (no session 13th Feb) 6.30-7.30pm 50 years+ Termly rate: £60

Class Parents & Wobblers Movement for under 4s and their carer Parents & Tots

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.

Parents & Wobblers: Mondays 8th Jan to 18th March (no session 12th Feb) 10.30-11.15am 18 months – 4 years Parents & Tots: Wednesdays 10th Jan to 20th March (no session 14th Feb) 11.30am-12.15pm 18 months – 4 years Weekly rate: £5 Termly rate: £45

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 11th Jan to 21st March (no session 15th Feb) 6.45-7.45pm 18 years+ Weekly rate: £5 Termly rate: £55

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.

Chance to Dance: Mondays 8th Jan to 18th March (no session 12th Feb) 11.30am-12.30pm Wednesdays 10th Jan to 20th March (no session 14th Feb) 10.15-11.15am 50 years+ Weekly rate: £6 Termly rate: £55 Chance to Dance - Flow: Mondays 8th Jan to 18th March (no session 12th Feb) 1.15-2.15pm 60 years+ 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 12th Jan to 22nd March (no session 16th Feb) 10.30-11.30am Price: £6 per session

Weekly No classes during half-term w/c 12th February

MON

TUES

WED

11am

Parents & Wobblers 10.30am11.15am

Chance to Dance 10.15am11.15pm Make Your Mark Xtra 10.30am12 noon

12 noon

Chance to Dance 11.30am12.30pm

Parents & Tots 11.30am12.15pm

10am

1pm

2pm

FLOW with Dancefest 1.15pm2.15pm

3pm

4pm

5pm

Little Theatre Makers 4.15pm-5pm

6pm

Translucent Junior Dance 5.15pm-6.15pm

7pm

8pm

9pm

Junior Theatre 4pm-5pm

Translucent Translucent Youth Dance REGENERATE 6.30pm-7.30pm 6.30pm-7.30pm

Translucent THRIVE 7.45pm-8.45pm

Advanced Acting Course 6.30pm-8.30pm

Timetable THURS

FRI

Make Your Mark 10.30am12.30pm

Gentle Dance 10.30am11.30am

SAT

SUN

Film Making 10.30am12.30pm Youth Theatre 11am-12.30pm

Make Your Mark 1.30pm3.30pm

Junior Musical Theatre Academy 4.15pm-5.15pm Senior Musical Theatre Academy 5.30pm-6.30pm

The Big Jig 6.45pm-7.45pm

For all bookings please call the box office 01684 892277

malvern-theatres.co.uk/take-part

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 11th Jan to 21st March (no session 15th Feb) 10.30am-12.30pm & 1.30-3.30pm 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 10th Jan to 20th March (no session 14th Feb) 10.30am-12pm Price: £5 per session

Junior Musical Theatre Academy Multi-disciplinary Theatre Class for 7-11 year olds

Join Jack Ludwig, Artistic Director, Choreographer and performer in an exciting one-hour Musical Theatre class for ages 7 – 11 years and 12yrs+.

Weekly sessions will look at 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 11th Jan to 21st March (no session 15th Feb) Juniors (7-11 years) 4.15-5.15pm Termly rate: £55

Senior Musical Theatre Academy Advanced Musical Theatre Class for 12-18 year olds

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 11th Jan to 21st March (no session 15th Feb) Seniors (12 years+) 5.30-6.30pm Termly rate: £55

Little Theatre Makers Interactive Drama Class for 5-7 year olds

Fun-filled sessions for little theatre makers are led by an experienced tutor from Amelia K Academy.

These diverse classes will be packed with fun and games, while building their confidence and imaginations.

Unleash your imagination in these super fun classes.

With a warm, friendly and creative environment we will journey through all aspects of drama, musical theatre, and dance.

Mondays 8th Jan to 18th March (no session 12th Feb) 4.15pm-5pm 5-7 years Termly rate: £45

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 9th Jan to 19th March (no session 13th Feb) 4-5pm 8–11 years Termly rate: £55

Youth Theatre

Advanced Drama Class for 12-17 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 13th Jan to 23rd March (no session 17th Feb) 11am-12.30pm 12-17 years Termly rate: £100 (payable in two instalments)

Advanced Acting Course

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

The workshop series led by local actor, Moa Myerson will allow you to engage with yourself and learn how to progress as an actor, build skills for performance, act in the moment, and not overthink the process.

Through improvisation, acting exercises, and games, you will improve your technique by coordinating your mind and body. An exploratory acting class using movement and voice in combination with acting exercises will build the foundation for taking your skills and confidence to the next level.

To advance your performance as an actor, you will have the opportunity to work on selected pieces from plays, poems, or songs, focusing on bringing out individuality in your performance.

Studio One: Wednesdays 10th Jan to 20th March (no session 14th Feb) 6.30-8.30pm 17 years+ Termly rate: £80 (payable in two instalments)

Film-Making

Film Production Class for 17 years+

Jonathan Zaurin is a professional filmmaker and has a wealth of experience and knowledge in his field. Telling stories with images is something he is passionate about, and he has collaborated with many international producers on various projects.

Making your own film requires a variety of skills.

Through the series of workshops, you will learn the essential steps of storytelling; from scriptwriting to storyboarding, shooting to editing.

You will acquire a thorough knowledge of cinematic language and gain a deeper understanding of the filmmaking process; learning how to utilise your equipment effectively to achieve your creative goals right through to producing your final product.

Now is the perfect time to improve your skills as a filmmaker.

Saturdays 13th Jan to 23rd March (no session 17th Feb) 10.30am-12.30pm 17 years+ Termly rate: £80 (payable in two instalments)

FEB HALF TERM

Bollywood & Bhangra Fusion Workshops for 8-12 years 11.30am for 13-18 years 1.30pm

In this exciting fusion of Bollywood and Bhangra, participants will learn fun and energetic movement based on a large range of dance styles, from ancient Sanskrit performing arts and Punjabi folk dances to modern hip-hop and street styles!

Professional dancer and educator, Sabira Mollah leads workshops in which technique is developed and cultural awareness is raised, as well as providing an inspiring and dynamic session for participants to express themselves.

Book your place online at malvern-theatres.co.uk or call the box office on 01684 892277 Thursday 15th Feb 11.30am-12.30pm Ages 8-12 years £10 per participant 1.30pm-3pm Ages 13-18 years £15 per participant

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