AT THE LYRIC THEATRE

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THIS IS YOUR PLAYHOUSE - COME AND PLAY WITH US HERE

The Lyric has a reputation for producing great theatre but is also celebrated for the extensive programme of outreach work and training delivered by its Creative Learning department.

Marking the opening of the new building in 2011, the late Brian Friel wrote “This is your playhouse - come and play with us here.”

In addition to the numerous Drama courses we run in the theatre, our facilitators travel to schools and colleges across Northern Ireland supporting teachers and students.

We work with the National Theatre in London and the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon, ensuring local amateur actors and youth theatres learn from some of the best practitioners in the country.

Classes in Acting and Audition Technique support students applying to Drama

School, while visiting tutors from notable establishments in the UK and US inspire their ambition.

Theatre can change attitudes and lives: our recent schools tour of a play about young people and crime, Blackout, was watched by over 4,000 pupils, involving young men with experience of prison life urging them to make more sensible life choices.

We engage with people in their own communities – people already hooked on theatre and those eager to get involved – inviting them to come to their playhouse and play!

Full details of all our projects can be found at www.lyrictheatre.co.uk/creative-learning or follow us on Twitter @LyricLearning

Philip CrawfordHead of Creative Learning

Creative weekly Drama classes for 4-18 year olds.

Taught by our team of experienced facilitators in a professional theatre environment, these engaging workshops develop acting skills and all round confidence.

THEATRE SCHOOL

‘I used to be quite shy but since starting my theatre school class I feel more confident and have made more friends.’ Molly ‘At the Lyric Theatre School, we are in a building where professional actors work. We get to see the different sets and props being used for the shows and learn about all the different things that happen before a play is performed to an audience.’ Felix ‘The facilitators create a really positive environment in which we can learn from each other; there is a real sense of community within the class as we are all improving on our skills together.’ Innes

For Kids in Control, disability is regarded as a creative opportunity!

Our partnership connects the professionalism of the theatre to the wider community, promoting access for all in an environment that is fun and disciplined, secure and supportive.

KIDS IN CONTROL

Considering a career in acting?

Workshops in voice, movement and Michael Chekhov technique challenge the resilience, robustness and determination of 18-25 year olds investigating opportunities of working in professional theatre.

DRAMA STUDIO

“I thought third level education was out of my league, but Drama Studio pointed me in the right direction and I’ve never looked back. The support I received was fundamental in getting me into one of the best Drama Schools in the country. I’ll be forever grateful: this is the best training course in Northern Ireland for aspiring young actors!”

DAVID CRAIGROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DRAMA

“If it weren’t for the Lyric Drama Studio, I probably wouldn’t have got on to the BA Acting course at The Lir Academy. The weekly workshops pushed me to work beyond my comfort zone and I will always remember the skills I learned. I would recommend this course to any young person who wants to audition for Drama School and pursue acting as a career.”

ZARA DEVLINTHE LIR ACADEMY

Zara Devlin (R) with former Drama Studio members Niamh McAllister (L) & Amy McElhatton (C)

Theatre-making doesn’t just happen in theatres!

Our facilitators can visit your group and introduce you to the performance skills needed to tell your story. Having visited you, we hope you’ll then come and visit us.

COMMUNITY

1916 Commemoration Project with Jeremy Deller & the National Theatre

Week-long programmes of Drama, Art or Musical Theatre for 6–19 year olds.

Our workshops fuel imagination, team work and confidence with an emphasis on exploring acting and drama techniques. For 16+ students we offer advanced skills workshops and performance opportunities, delivered by professional theatre practitioners.

SUMMER PROGRAMME

TEACHERSOffering workshops to enhance the study of set texts, tours of the Lyric Theatre and Q&A sessions with staff, we’re delighted to talk to post-primary teachers about how we can help.

For Primary Schools, we can provide an exciting first experience of live theatre or we can visit your school with an innovative, curriculum-based project.

STUDENTSExciting opportunities to learn more about the work of a producing theatre, with help and advice available on careers in Theatre, Drama School applications and courses on Audition Technique.

SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

Get a competitive edge to your work…

A variety of courses to acquire new skills or refresh old skills for practicing and aspiring professional actors.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Keen to enhance your chance of future employment?

We can offer opportunities for learning and practical experience to graduates or undergraduates wanting to consolidate their studies.

David Paulin: NI Intern of the Year (Highly Commended)

INTERNSHIPS AND STUDENT PLACEMENTS

“I first worked with the Lyric in my last year at school. The course gave me an understanding of different acting techniques and really helped me to get a place at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. I very much appreciate the support the Creative Learning department offered during my 3 years in Cardiff. Get involved!”

OLIVIER AWARD WINNER FOR BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE FOR HIS PERFORMANCE AS SCORPIUS MALFOY IN THE ORIGINAL WEST END COMPANY OF HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

Photo by Mike Blackett Lyric Theatre, 55 Ridgeway Street, Belfast, BT9 5FB

ANTHONY BOYLE