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October 2009 - July 2010
Engage
Theatre Exchange
Your chance to dip into the secrets of theatre! This series of sessions for older people gives participants the chance to sample and explore different aspects of theatre and related arts through talks, discussion, visits and practical workshops. Workshops are informal and include tea and coffee. Includes a visit and backstage tour to York Theatre Royal* and the National in London*.
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| Dates: |
29 Apr, 20 May, 26 May, 10 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul. |
| Time: | 11 am to 1.00 pm |
| Cost: | £5 per session /10% Discount for Square Circle Members |
| Level: | Open to all abilities |
*Please note supplementary cost for these session, see insert for further details.
The Play's the Thing
Become part of Sheffield Theatres informal monthly play reading group. Receive a play each month to read before the session and come along to share extracts and discuss. This session includes tea and coffee.
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| Dates: |
12 Apr, 10 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul. |
| Time: | 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm |
| Cost: | £5 per session /10% Discount for Square Circle members |
| Level: | Open to all abilities |
Perform
Go West
Delve into the themes, setting and character relationships within the play True West by Sam Shepard. Work with a drama practitioner over 6 weeks to develop a performance inspired by this play. The piece will be performed in the Crucible theatre to an invited audience of family and friends.
| Dates: |
20 April, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May |
| Performance: | Sat 22 May 2010 time to be confirmed |
| Time: | 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Cost: | £40/10% Discount for Square Circle members |
| Level: | Open to all abilities |
Summer School
Join us for two weeks of workshops and master classes in theatre and acting at our new Summer School.
Over the period you will learn skills and techniques, culminating in a brand new performance given to your friends and family. Sheffield Theatres staff, including Associate Director Ruth Carney, will bring their expertise in theatre and supervise students in spaces across the theatre complex.
Master Classes will include:
Voice Workshop: Led by a specialist voice practitioner. This class will work on voice projection.
Singing for Actors: The basics of singing are taught by a specialist singing teacher, working on confidence and skills.
Creating a Character: Learn how to bring a character to life through hip-hop dance. Led by Hype Dance.
| Dates: |
26 July - 7 August 2010 |
| Performance: | 7 August 2010 time to be confirmed |
| Cost: | Age 18 + £100.00 |
| Level: | Open to all abilities |
Places are limited so it is advisable to book now! To book your place return your booking form and a cheque made payable to ‘Sheffield Theatres Crucible Trust’ to: Adele Towey, Summer School Application, Creative Development Programme, Sheffield Theatres, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA.
If you require further information please contact Adele Towey on 0114 2495999 or email summerschool@sheffieldtheatres.co.uk.
Explore
Theatre Design
Explore and experience Theatre Design. This workshop offers you the chance to become a designer for the day and bring a script to life in this practical workshop. The day is ideal for those wishing to discover more about the creation of the physical world of plays, and develop an understanding of the design profession. No previous experience is necessary. All materials will be provided.
| Dates: |
Sat 27 Mar 2010 |
| Time: | 9.00 am to 6.00 pm |
| Cost: | £35/10% Discount for Square Circle members |
| Level: | Beginners |
Technical Theatre
Learn about the role of sound and light within the theatre by spending a day with Sheffield Theatres Chief Electrician and Head of Sound. Explore these technical roles though demonstrations, talks and practical activities. This workshop is an ideal way to explore a different aspect of the world of theatre and an understanding of the profession. No previous experience is necessary
| Dates: |
Sat 3 July |
| Time: | 10.00 am to 4.00 pm |
| Cost: | £35/10% Discount for Square Circle members |
| Level: | Beginners |
If you require any further information about the project please do not hesitate to contact Adele on 0114 2495999 or at a.towey@sheffieldtheatres.co.uk.
To find out more about becoming a Square Circle Member contact the Members Hotline on 0114 2496007.
