Summer Arts 2010

This summer we've put together an exciting programme of creative arts courses, performances, taster sessions and socials - all for £10 a week or less! So whether you're seeking new skills, experiences or friends, the Albany's the place to be.

We've teamed up with professional performers like choreographer Curtis James, writer Bola Agbaje, spoken word artist Inua Ellams and industry specialists like Point Blank, Bigga Fish and Dig Deptford to provide a great range of activities.

 

So whether you're into music, acting, writing, dancing, film making or working backstage, there's something for you.

 

Choose one of our three week courses, or if you've got less time, there are also a selection of one week courses. Apply now!

 

THREE WEEK COURSES

 

1. Drama and Comedy

Work with Dig Deptford to make your own drama and sketch show. Explore performance styles, learn drama skills and work on comedy improv, building up to a final performance.

 

2. Music Production

Work with industry professionals Point Blank to create music for an urban musical. Use professional software to make beats and produce music, then make a music video.

 

3. Singing and Lyric Writing

Work with industry professionals Point Blank and write and perform your own songs. Work with a vocal coach and be part of a music video.

 

4. Film Making

Learn the skills involved in film making. Write and film a short drama and a documentary film and shoot and edit a music video.

 

5. Behind the Scenes

This course gives a taster of the exciting things that happen backstage. Learn how to design for a show, be a sound engineer with Loud Learning, and use lighting for performances.

 

ONE WEEK COURSES

 

Week 1

Design: Behind the Scenes

OR

Writing for Performance

 

Week 2

Sound: Behind the Scenes

OR

Hip Hop Theatre Bootcamp

 

Week 3

Lighting: Behind the Scenes

OR

Live Music with Bigga Fish

 

This summer we also have taster sessions in graffiti, street dance, comedy and DJing, as well as Creative Careers Surgeries with Head for Business, performances and trips out with the AYF Social Club.

 

To find out more DOWNLOAD the Summer Arts 2010 brochure.

 

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