eden court creative classes & activities jan-apr 2014

Box Office 01463 234 234www.eden-court.co.uk

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Eden Court Highlands (trading as Eden Court) is a company registered in Scotland (company number SC63216) and a charity registeredwith the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (registered number SCO08237)

...TO SPRING 2014 WITH EDEN COURT CREATIVE!Well, what a year we had in 2013 I hope you’ve all recovered from taking part in all our CREATIVEevents. We livened up the city centre with Haggi, had over 200 young performers take part in ourNational Theatre’ Connections and Gaelic Youth Theatre Festivals,we Salsa’d in the streets andperformed our Sports Day! show across the Highlands, toured Beowulf to 26 primary schools, took youon an Urban Safari at the Inverness Street Theatre Festival, scared nearly 10,000 of you at Halloweenon Ness islands and entertained all ages with our productions of ‘Allo ‘Allo and Hummm-Bug!

2014 will be no different and CREATIVE have another action packed year planned for the people of theHighlands.There’s plenty of opportunities to get involved with our regular classes, activities deliveredby your CREATIVEWorker In Your Area, or large scale events and festivals.

Once again we’re hosting theNational Theatre Connections Festival from 14–16 April (Page 8),planningBurns: Life ofa Poet for Burns Night (Page 6), and showcasing the talents from all our danceclasses inSpring into Eden (Page 7).We’re also looking for 9more Eden Court CREATIVE Ambassadorsto join our existingmembers! These are young people from secondary schools in Highland who promotethe arts and get involved in performances and events at Eden Court and in their local area. For moreinformation on how to become anAmbassador check out page 5.Our SQA course applications are nowopen, giving you the chance to studyHigher Dance andHigher Drama orNational 5 Drama. For anyonethinking of pursuing a career in the arts, or for those who just want to try something different nextyear this is the perfect opportunity.

Classes to watch out for this term include ourMusic Express class for 2-5yrs (Page 10), our newseason ofCreative Writing Masterclasses (Page 9) which proved very popular and ourWorld Songsessions with new tutorMonica Neeling.

There’s something for everyone this Spring, so grab a seat and have a look through the pages ofour CREATIVE brochure to see what you fancy.

Come on–Get CREATIVE!

Kati Kozikowska,Eden Court Creative Manager

“As theAmbassador for EdenCourtCREATIVE, I amhugely proud tobepart ofsomething thatprovides somanygreat opportunities for studying theatre,dance and film-making in theHighlands.

I did a lot ofmy initial training at EdenCourt, includingmyHigherDramaandmyLAMDA(LondonAcademyofDramaticArts) certification.The tutorswere always there to supportme. I hadmyfirst real experience ofacting via EdenCourtCREATIVE and itwas their knowledge and experiencethat encouragedme to take the next step andpursue a career in the arts.

EdenCourtCREATIVE is a great resource for everyone in theHighlands both young andold. Ifyouhaven’t tried it yet,start participating andgetCreative–younever knowwhere itmight lead.”

EDENCOURTCREATIVE’SAMBASSADORANDFORMERSTUDENT,KAREN GILLAN

All photography ofclass participants and staff: EwenWetherspoonwww.ewphoto.co.uk


tickets and info 01463 234 234

contentsTickets & Info Page 04

Meet theAmbassadors Page 05

Special Events Pages 06,07,08

CreativeWritingMasterclasses Page 09

Classes for Under 5’s Pages 10,11

Timetable &Audition Opportunities Pages 12,13

Classes for 5–12 yrs Pages 14,15

Classes for 13 -17 yrs Pages 16,17

LAMDAQualifications Page 18

Classes for Adults Pages 19,20,21

Free Classes Page 22

Accessible Arts Page 23

Eden Court CREATIVE–In YourArea Page 24


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OurBoxOffice is located in the theatre foyerand is openMONDAYtoSATURDAYfrom10.00 andonSUNDAYSfrom11.00. TheBoxOffice closes 15minutes after the beginningofeachday’s final performance.

You can also book your tickets in person,byphone,or online atwww.eden-court.co.uk

Tomake it easier to book,wehavegiven eachclass or event a number. Make sure youbookthe ticket youwant for the class youwant bygiving our staffthe numberwhenbooking.

Friends discountIf you becomeanEdenCourt Friend then you’ll receive adiscount offregular classes (£1.00 for adults and50p forchildren). For further information ask amember oftheBoxOffice staff.

Student discountIf you’re currently a student at university or collegeyou’ll receive a £1.00 discount offall our adult classes.For further information ask amember oftheBoxOfficestaff.

BursarySchemeWewant tomake it as easy as possible for you to getcreative! EdenCourt’s bursary scheme helps peopleon low incomes attend classes for halfprice (or try aone-offevent for free).To qualify youmust be inreceipt ofany ofthe following benefits: JobSeekersAllowance (income based), IncomeSupport,DisabilityAllowance,orAttendanceAllowance.

Please contact BoxOffice on 01463 234 234for a bursary formor download one from theDOWNLOADS section ofourwebsite.

Please note that BursaryApplications must be receivedat least ONE WEEK BEFORETHE STARTOFTERM.

RegistrationFor the first week ofthe term,please arrive 15minutes early to allow time for the tutor to make anote ofall the attendees’names and contact details.

Additional SupportNeedsPlease note that parents/guardiansmustgive detailsofany additional support/learning assistance yourchildmay receive in school to the class tutor.Participantswho normally receive support in schoolor during the daywill need to attend classeswith asupportworker.

Important information forunder 18’sAll under 18’s attending classeswill require a signedpermission slip froma parent or guardian.PARENTSMUSTATTENDTHE STARTOFTHE FIRSTSESSION inorder to sign the form.

ReservationsReservations can bemade in person or over the phonefor any EdenCourt class.Reserved spaceswill be heldfor 3working days,afterwhich time theywill bereleased for sale.Please note thatwe doNOTacceptreservations for events less than 7 days away.

Refunds and exchangesIf you try the first class ofa course and find it unsuitable,please contactBoxOffice immediately.Wewill try totransfer you to a different class (subject to availability) oroffer you a credit voucher for the remaining classes.Pleasenote refunds are not given formissed classes andwill onlybe issued ifa class has been cancelled by EdenCourt.

Changes&cancellationsAll details are correct at the time ofgoing to print.EdenCourt reserves the right tomake changes to theadvertised programme,butwill endeavour tomake asfew as possible.

TermtimesMost classes run for one elevenweek term fromMon13Jan until Sat 05Apr,with a oneweek break for halftermWCMon 17 Feb.Please make sure you read theclass dates carefully as these may vary.

Drop in &block bookingMany courses are designed to beattended as a block. With some youmust sign up inweekone,butwith others you can start later. Just look for the‘BlockBooking’ logo and give box office a call formoreinformation.

You’ll save £1.00 on every class ifyouBlockBook,ANDguarantee your place on the course. Advance bookingis essential formost classes and helps to avoiddisappointment,asmany courses fill up quickly.

When you see the ‘Drop In’ logo you can pick and choosewhich classes youwant to go to.You don’t have to committo a termall at once–perfect ifyou justwant to givesomething a try.

NB:Drop In classes can only be booked on the day,and are subject to availability.Remember toarrivein plentyoftimeasspaces fill upquickly.

Please contact the Eden CourtCREATIVE Team on 01463 239 841ifyou have any queries.

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meet the ambassadorsA NETWORK FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE HIGHLANDS TO SHAPE,SHARE AND SHOWCASE THE ARTS

Anna WhealingEDEN COURTCREATIVE AMBASSADOR FORGOLSPIE HIGH SCHOOL

Why did you want to become anAmbassador?Living in a remote village, I have always found the lack ofopportunities for creative arts frustrating. I love dance and dramaand Iwanted to find away ofbringing all aspects ofthe performing arts closer tomy local area. I feltworkingwith EdenCourt as aCreativeAmbassadorwould help to generate interest for the arts inmy area. I was also excited about gettingthe opportunity to be involvedwith projects in EdenCourt.

What do you enjoy about working with Eden Court CREATIVE?TheCREATIVE teamatEdenCourt are extremely enthusiastic and great toworkwith.They are alwayswilling to help you to encourage the artsin your area.AsAmbassadorsweare able to assistwith events that theCreative teamare running,and as a result you really learn a lot aboutorganisation ofcreative projects.

What kind ofchallenges have you experienced as anAmbassador?The real challenge is to generate enthusiasmabout projects and events put on inmy area. I find it hard to bring asmuch to the role as I would likebeing so far away fromEdenCourt.Many schools and communities havewell grounded dramagroupswhichmean communication betweenEdenCourt and the area ismuch easier.

What has been your favourite moment as anAmbassador?TheCreativeAmbassadorsmeet regularly to discuss events and opportunities.Thesemeetings are great because you get to talkwith peoplewho are enthusiastic about the arts,everyone is friendly andwealways have a good time.TheAmbassadors also get to see productions that arerunning in EdenCourt at the timeofourmeetings,this is always a fantasticway to round offthe day and afterwardsweare able to talkwith theprofessionals involved in these shows.

What other opportunities does Eden Court offer you?With each newmeeting there are newopportunities forAmbassadors to get involvedwith.There is always a large range that covers dance,drama,back stagework, filmwork and so on.Recently I have been given the opportunity to assistwith the production oftheNess IslandsHalloween event,and I did back stagework for thePivotal dance festival. I will also be helpingwith the running oftheBurns night event.All these opportunitiesdefiantlymake being anAmbassadorworthwhile,alongwith theways you can becomeactive in your community,and I would recommend theAmbassadorProgramfor anyonewith a passion for the arts.

RECRUITING NOW!

EdenCourtCREATIVE is recruiting forNINE newAmbassadors to join our gangof20 existingAmbassadorswhohaveworkedwith EdenCourt over the last year. This isan incredible opportunity for you to becomemore involved inyour theatre and gain invaluable teamexperience.

Weare seeking to recruit oneAmbassador fromeveryHighland secondary school, to represent their local area toEdenCourt andworkwith theCREATIVE teamtodeliverdance,dramaanddigitalmedia to your area.

The secondary schoolsweneedAmbassadors fromare:

Dornoch KilchumeinKinlochleven FarrTain AlnessCharleston GlenurqhartInverness High Inverness RoyalAcademyNairnAcademy Ardnamurchan HighMallaig High Ullapool HighPortree High Gordonstoun

WHATYOU GIVE:> Provide information to those interested throughbrochures and flyers

> Maintain a theatre/performing arts notice boardin your school

> Post to theAmbassadorsBlog,about theatre eventsand your ownpersonal artistic development (perfect forfeedback on your creativewriting,singing,dancing...whatever you’re into!)

> Attend 3 events at EdenCourt tomeet theCREATIVEteamandgenerate ideas for your local area

> Assist your local EdenCourtCREATIVEDramaWorker toproduce showsanddeliverworkshops InYourArea

WHATYOU GET:

> Complimentary tickets to three fantastic showsatEdenCourt

> Chances tomeet actors,dancers,directors andbehind-the-scenes crew fromworld-class performances

> AgreatCVboost!

> Opportunities to attendRegional andNational Theatre&FilmFestivals

> Exciting opportunities towork onEdenCourtCREATIVEevents and shows.

> The chance to shape the future ofour delivery ofperforming arts to theHighlands

> AnexclusiveAmbassadorsHoodie

> Afree showing ofa film chosen byYOU,theAmbassadors!

So, if you’re in S5-S6and think you’ve gotwhat it takes tobecomeanEdenCourtCREATIVEAmbassador,get in touchwithKati Kozikowska on [email protected] foran application packNOW!

Deadline forApplications: 21 FEB 2014

EdenCourtCREATIVE is your hub for the arts in theHighlands.Wedeliver the largest arts education programmeofanyUKtheatre,providing classes in dance,drama,digitalmedia,art,literacy andmore.Wealso deliverSQAqualifications inHigherDance andDramaandNational 5Drama.OurTheatreArtsWorkers live andwork in ten areas across theHighlands ofScotland fromLochaber toJohnO’Groats,making it easierfor rural populations to get involved in the arts. EdenCourtCREATIVE produces showsperformedboth at EdenCourtand at large events such asBelladrumTartanHeart Festivaland theNess IslandsHalloweenSpectacular.Your business ororganisation can also benefit fromour expert knowledge–for training, installations or teamdays out.


EDEN COURT COMMUNITY DANCE COMPANYSTUDIO2 I SAT18JAN/SAT22FEB/SAT15MAR/SAT29MAR

10:00-11:30 I £4.00PERPERSON I ALLAGES

EdenCourtCREATIVE’s CommunityDanceCompany ismulti-generational andwelcomespeople ofall ages and abilitieswith a passion for dance.Participantscan comeas individuals or as a family (children under nine yearsmust beaccompanied) and newparticipants are verywelcome.

Building on the success ofprevious projects andworkshops,the companywill be creating a piece to be performedprior to theRSNOperformance onFRI 04APR.

BURNS: LIFE OF A POETFALCONSQUARE&THENWALKINGTOEDENCOURTONETOUCHTHEATRE

SAT25JAN18:45 I £4.00

This Burns night EdenCourtCREATIVE invite you to do something completelydifferent and celebrate in style,with haggis,hilarity and heaps and heaps ofBurn’sinspired fun! Join us aswe kick the evening off in the city centrewith our hilariousHaggisHighlandGames and then accompany us on our procession through thestreets ofthe city centre,across the river and over toEdenCourt.As soon aswearrive therewill be an eye-catching outdoor projection display,plus all around thebuilding,bite-sized dramaperformances based around keymoments in theBard’slifewill take place.The icing on the cakewill be a traditional Ceilidh in theOneTouchTheatre (we’ll even teach you a fewstandard dances likeStripTheWillowand TheDashingWhiteSergeant )

Devised and directed by EdenCourtCREATIVEwith participants fromall acrosstheHighlands.Suitable for all ages.Please dress for outsideweather.

This event is part of the extended Scotland’s Winter Festivals programme, with events taking place across the country.

Special Events

GET DANCIN’ WEEKMON10MAR-SUN16MAR

Aspart ofthe campaign toGetScotlandDancing, if you've never done a class at EdenCourtbefore you can try one for free duringGetDancin'Week.CelebrateCommonwealthDay on 10MARwith a free class or bring a friendwhohasn't tried dance before.Free taster classeswillbe available all over theHighlands,head towww.getscotlanddancing.org to find one near you.

strike/slip A SITE SPECIFIC PERFOMANCE FOR INVERNESSSAT15FEB I FREE

Inspired by the geology and local history oftheGreatGlen Fault,Air Field–choreographer IanSpink,sound artistBill Thompson and filmmakerAlanPaterson,will be creatingwith a group ofHighland based professional dancers,a series ofphysical,aural and visual ‘landscapes’to be performedat a secret location close to Inverness city centreonFeb 15th 2014.The location and times for this special site-specific performancewill be revealed onEdenCourt’swebsite andFacebook page on01 FEB2014.

strike/slip has beenmadepossiblewith funding fromtheDanceStrategy for theHighlands,delivered by EdenCourt,planBand theHighlandCouncil.


FLYING HIGH MASTERCLASS WITH LINDSAY BUTCHERAll or Nothing Aerial Dance Theatre’s Flying High Training Programme for professional dancers

SUN16MAR10:00-15:30 I MON17MAR12.30-16.30 I JIMLOVESTUDIO

FlyingHigh is a professional development training programmebridging the gap betweendance and aerial, up-skillingprofessional physical performers in aerial harnesswork.The programme,run byAll or Nothing and led byJenniferPatersonwill include regular skills and strength training, intensiveswith international specialists,creative play,performance opportunities and theatrical workshops relating to performing in the air. Most ofthesewill take place inconjunctionwith theGetScotlandDanceHubs across the country.This programme is funded byCreativeScotland.

Using sit harnesses,we'll startwithworking throughbasic orientation,spending the first partofthe dayworking on technique. In the 2nd sessionwe'll build towardsmore dynamic vocabulary,choreography& creative play,exploring set sequences against thewall & on the floor in duets& solos.Pleasewearmultiple snug layers around your hips &waist for your comfort.To book please contact [email protected]

SPRING INTO EDENSAT22MAR19:00 I SUN23MAR14:00

ONETOUCHTHEATRE I £5.00 /£3.00 (CONCESSIONS)

Now in its sixth year, this annual sell-out showcase ofour home-growndance talent just gets better and better.Our dance class participantswillstrut,shimmyand swing and hopefully inspire you to comealong to one ofour regular classes.Next year it could be you! Suitable for all the family.

LEARNING TO FLY!AERIAL DANCE HARNESS WORKSHOPSUN16MAR16.00-17.00 I £6.20 (13-17YRS) I JIMLOVESTUDIO

SUN16MAR17.30-19.00 I £7.20 (18+ONLY) I JIMLOVESTUDIO

Climb,swing,hang and suspend yourselfthrough an introduction to aerialskills.We'll show youbasicmoves andwraps on aerial cocoons and how toclimb a rope and get hanging upside down.

Special Events

EdenCourtCREATIVE ShowcaseTHU27MAR I 18:00 I ONETOUCHTHEATRE

£5.00 (BUTYOUWILLRECEIVEA£5.00EDENCOURTVOUCHERAFTERTHEPERFORMANCE)

Join us aswe celebrate the achievements ofEdenCourtCREATIVE!Throughout the year theCREATIVE departmentworkswith over 110,000people ofall ages fromacross theHighlands.We run classes in dancing,acting,singing and filmmaking andwealsowork in schools helping to bringpart ofthe curriculum to life.Weare theHighland home forGetScotlandDancing and forCashBack forCreativity - a government project thatre-invests proceeds ofcrimemoney in arts projects that are based in areasaffected by poverty and crime.This showcasewill be an entertaining,informative and fastmoving event that shines a light on the full range oftheworkwedo.We’ll have short films, live interviewswith special guests and,above all, excellent performances fromsomeofthe participantswho’ve beenworking on a host ofamazing projects throughout year.PLUS, learn aboutCREATIVE’s plans for 2014 and howyou can get involved.Suitable for all ages.


Two’s Company: SQA Higher Drama PerformanceFRI11APR19:00 I ONETOUCHTHEATRE I £3.00 /REDUCEDRATES£2.00

EdenCourt offers a number ofSQAqualifications giving students access to our state-of-the-artstudio and stage spaces. In 'Two'sCompany' our talentedHigherDramastudents fromthroughout theHighlandswill performextracts fromtheir Higher acting examinations. The scenesare all taken fromeither classical theatre or contemporaryScottish texts.

HIGHLAND SALSA FESTSAT21JUNE I £50FESTIVALTICKET

Don'tmiss your annual chance to dance and partyCuban style!Awhole day ofLatinAmerican dancewith ten classes to choose from.This is followedbyHAVANANIGHTS,anevening ofperformances and partying, including singing from IndiraRomananddancingfromEtianAntucheAlmeida and our favouriteSalsaChampion -Noel Hernandez-Roque.

To book for thewhole package contactClaire atAlmaCubana - [email protected].

Individual tickets for classes andHAVANANIGHTSwill be available nearer the time.Formore information contact [email protected]

NATIONAL THEATRECONNECTIONS FESTIVAL 2014MON14APR–WED16APR I ONETOUCHTHEATRE

£6PEREVENINGOR£15FESTIVALTICKETFOR3DAYS I GUIDANCEAGE13+

National TheatreConnections is a national festival ofnewwriting and young theatremaking.

Each year theNational Theatre invites tenwriters to create newplays for youngpeople to perform.This spring 230 youth theatre companieswill present the premieres ofthese plays in venues fromScotland toCornwall andNorthern Ireland toNorfolk.Each companywill also performat one of26Connections Festivals in professional theatres across the country,and ten companieswill go on toperformat theNational Theatre.Connections celebrates great newwriting for the stage–and theenergy,commitment and talent ofyoung theatre-makers.

OnMon 14–Wed 16April,EdenCourtwill host theNational Theatre’s regional ConnectionsFestival where youth theatre participants fromacross the region present a diverse programme

ofnewwriting by someofthe nations’most renownedwriters in their own individual styles.Over the 3 days theywillattendworkshops across all art formsanddeliver a public performance oftheir chosen script.

TheYouthTheatres taking part are:AberdeenArts Centre–ACTAberdeen Badenoch & StrathspeyYouthTheatreEden CourtYoung Company NairnYouthTheatreLochaberYouthTheatre Sgioba Dràma Òigridh Inbhir NisThurso High School PerthYouthTheatre

So, join us at EdenCourt forConnections,where each night a triple bill ofbrand newproductionswill be presented.

Special EventsRSNO REMIXFRI04APR18:30 I EMPIRETHEATRE

Aspart oftheRSNO’sBigHighlandResidency,Scotland’s National Orchestrawill beperforming a remixed piece ofmusic along to digital animated projections andmodern dance.This performancewill be overseen by theRSNO’s newDigital ProjectsCoordinator,Neil Cullen,anddeveloped jointly by EdenCourt’s CashBack forCreativityworkshops andCommunityDanceGroup.Aclassicalmovement for string quartetwill be recorded in separate partswhichwill then be remixed during classes atEdenCourt using a digital audioworkstation.Through another series ofclasses,a short filmwill be createdto be projected behind theRSNOmusicians during the performance inApril.EdenCourt’s CommunityDanceCompanywill create an original piece ofmodern dance accompaniment.


Creative Writing Masterclasses

16 JAN:Elements of FictionLindaGillard is the author of sixnovels, including Star Gazing(short-listed in 2009 for RomanticNovel of the Year) and Kindle

bestseller,House of Silence.

23 JAN:Historical FictionClioGrey is the author of fivehistorical crime novels, another foryoung adults, an anthology of shortstories, all with historical contexts,

and has a further three historical novels indevelopment.

30 JAN:Fact to FictionCatherineDeveney is a multi awardwinning journalist, including ScottishFeatureWriter of the Year, and Arts& EntertainmentWriter of the Year.

Her most recent novel isDead Secret.

06 FEB:Story-tellingBobPegg has been telling storiesfor over thirty years. His writtenwork includesHighland Folk Tales andThe Little Book of Hogmanay. Please

bring some small of item ofpersonal significance.

13 FEB:Novel WritingLinAnderson has published eightnovels and one novella in theforensic thriller series featuringDr RhonaMacLeod. The Paths

of the Dead is due out next year.

27 FEB:Nature WritingSirJohn Lister-Kaye has writtenten books on wildlife, and is one ofScotland’s best known naturewriters. He is the founder/director

of the internationally acclaimed Aigas Field Centre,by Beauly.

06 MAR:PoetryMandyHaggith is an award-winningpoet, novelist and editor. During 2013she was poet in residence at theEdinburgh Royal Botanic Gardens.

13 MAR:SongwritingSteveEaglesham is one ofScotland’s most under-ratedsinger songwriters. Co-founderofWolfstone and Pagan Poets, his

albums include Forgotten Mellow, and Tess is a Girl’sName. Guitars not essential, but welcome.

20 MARPoetryDonaldS.Murray is teacher andwriter of poetry, fiction andnon-fiction. Jessie Kesson Fellow forMoniackMhor in 2012, his work has

been awarded and short-listed for national awards.

27 MARFictionJaneYeadon’s popular series ofnovels based on her career as amidwife include It Shouldn’t Happento a Midwife, and It Won’t Hurt a Bit

SGLROOM I £62.00TENWEEKTERM I £7.20 per session

THU 16JAN–THU 13 FEB I THU 27 FEB–THU 03APR I 19:00 - 21:00 I 18YRS+

Please note that the class onThu 06MARwill take place in theChapel

Comeandbe inspired by someofScotland’s bestwriters.At thesemasterclassesthese authors,masters oftheir craft,will impart theirwisdomthroughworkshops,Q&Asessions and general discussion. Their booksmay be available to purchase on the night.Theworkshops are introduced bySaltire-nominated authorCynthiaRogerson.

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drama02 I Drama Fun I 3-5 yrsSTUDIO 2

MON 13JAN–MON 10 FEB I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MAR

13.00–13.45 I £39.60 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

An exciting drama group for children aged 3–5yearswhichwill explore a different theme orstory eachweek.

music + dance13 I Bunny Beats I 3-5 yrs

STUDIO 2

TUE 14JAN–TUE 11 FEB I TUE 25 FEB–TUE 1APR


Ifyourwee ones like to dance,wriggle or jiggleabout then bring themalong to this fun class tolearn the basics ofdance such as rhythmandcoordination.Parents are encouraged to leavethe little ones for the class–a great chance tohave a quiet coffee downstairs.

94 I Music Express I 2-5 yrs

STUDIO 2

TUE 14JAN–TUE 11 FEB I TUE 25 FEB–TUE 25 MAR

14.00–15.00 I £50.00 I TENWEEKTERM

Ifyour little one loves to sing, this funmusic class,run byMusical Step’sMichelle Newell, gives yourwee ones the opportunity to learn rhythm,pitching,music notation and confidence in singing.Parents or carers should stay for the classes.

12 I Mini Movers I 6-18mthsSTUDIO 2



This terrific class offers parents and carers achance to dance andmove creatively with theirwee ones,accompanied by gentle rhymes andrhythmswhichwill developmovement skills.

10 I Mini Movers I 18mths–3 yrsSTUDIO 2



As 12MiniMovers but for older children.

45 I TinyTunes I 1–4 yrsSTUDIO 2

THU 16JAN–THU 13 FEB I THU 27 FEB–THU 3APRPlease note that the class on 27MARwill take place in theSGLRoom


Astructured class led byMonica Neeling,ofcreativemusic play,buildingweek byweekand helping children to learn and rememberold-favourite songs and rhymes.Parents orcarers should stay for the classes.

63 I World Song I 1–4 yrsSTUDIO 2

THU 16JAN–THU 13 FEB I THU 27 FEB–THU 3APRPlease note that the class on 27MARwill take place in theSGLRoom


Come along to this fun-packedmusic andmovement session led byMonica Neeling,withsongs and rhythms fromaround theworld.FromGaelicmouth-music to Brazilian Beats and PolishPolkas,we'll have yourwee one up dancingwithhoops, shakers and drums.Parents and carers arerequired to stay for the duration ofthe class.


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Birth to crawlingSTUDIO 2

WED 15JAN–WED 12 FEB I WED 26 FEB–WED 2APR

10.30 - 11.30 I £39.60 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

We introduce newbabies and parents to allsorts ofcreative play at this popular class.Classes include a bit ofeverything: music,objectplay,movement and rhymes.

24 I Bigger Beans

Crawling towalking

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As 23Bouncin’Beans above,but for older ones.

25 I Giant Beans

18mths (ifwalking)–3 yrs

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For childrenwho have enjoyedBouncin’ andBigger beans - this class is for 18months to 3yearswho are nowwalking.Classes includeamix ofmusic,object play,movement and rhymes.Parents and carers should stay for the classes.

44 I BabyYoga 1

Around 8wks–around 6mths

STUDIO 2

FRI 17JAN–FRI 14 FEB I FRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APRPlease note that the class on 24JANwill take place intheMacLeanRoom

11:20–12:30 I £56.65 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

Birthlight BabyYoga classes are based onmovement, rhythm,songs and relaxation.Play and gentlemovements encourage bodyawareness,balance andmuscular co-ordination.Each individual baby MUSTbe accompaniedby an adult.

Please note that youwill be contacteddirectlyby the tutor before this class for an informalintroduction and somequestions on yourchild’s general health.

76 I BabyYoga 2

8mths– 14mths

STUDIO 2

FRI 17JAN–FRI 14 FEB I FRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APRPlease note that the class on 24JANwill take place intheMacLeanRoom

10:00–11:10 I £56.65 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

An ideal class for babieswho have completedBabyYoga 1.Movement, songs and rhythmshelpwith the baby's physical and cognitivedevelopment.This class allows both parents andbabies to exercise together so pleasewearcomfortable clotheswhichwill allow you tomovefreely.The classes contain amix ofdynamicexercises and relaxation aswell as the chanceto have a lot of fun together!Each individual babyMUSTbe accompanied by an adult.

Please note any parentwhohas not broughttheir child toBabyYoga 1will be contacteddirectly by the tutor before this class foran informal introduction and somequestionson your child’s general health.


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timetableweekly classes

Class No. Title Time Place Age Page

MONDAYS02 Drama Fun 13:00-13:45 Studio 2 3-5yrs 1072 Eden Court Young Voices 16:00-17:30 Maclean Room 9-17yrs 15/1766 The Hub 17:30-19:00 Jim Love Studio 13-19yrs 17/2301 Integrated Performance Group 10:15-12:15 Jim Love Studio/ Studio 2 16yrs+ 19/2307 Contemporary Dance 19:00-20:30 Studio 2 16+ 1909 Dance Performance Group 20:30-21:30 Studio 2 16+ 1952 Cuban Salsa Beginners 19:30-20:30 Jim Love Studio 16+ 2074 Cuban Salsa Improvers 20:30-21:45 Jim Love Studio 16+ 2006 Just Sing! 18:30-20:00 SGL Room 18+ 2092 Yoga for Pregnancy 17:30-18:45 Studio 2 16+ 21

TUESDAYS13 Bunny Beats 13:00-13:45 Studio 2 3-5yrs 1094 Music Express 14:00-15:00 Studio 2 2-5yrs 1012 Mini Movers 11:15-11:45 Studio 2 6-18mths 1010 Mini Movers 10:30-11:00 Studio 2 18mths-3yrs 1014 Drama for 5-8yrs 16:00-16:45 Jim Love Studio 5-8yrs 1416 Drama for 9-12yrs 16:45-18:00 Jim Love Studio 9-12yrs 1495 Street Dance 5-8yrs 16:00-16:45 Studio 2 5-8yrs 1415 Street Dance 9-12yrs 17:00-18:00 Studio 2 9-12yrs 1417 Street Dance for 13yrs+ 18:30-19:30 Studio 2 13yrs+ (inc Adults) 16/1919 Digital Animation Advanced 17:00-19:00 Digital Room 8+ 15/17/2118 Eden Court Youth Theatre 13-17yrs 18:00-19:30 Jim Love Studio 13-17yrs 1621 Drama Lab 19:30-21:30 Jim Love Studio/ Studio 2 18+ 1922 Adobe Photoshop 19:30-21:30 Digital Room 16+ 21

WEDNESDAYS23 Bouncin’ Beans 10:30-11:30 Studio 2 Birth to Crawling 1124 Bigger Beans 11:45-12:30 Studio 2 Crawling to Walking 1125 Giant Beans 12:45-13:45 Studio 2 18mths-3yrs 1126 Musical Theatre for 9-12yrs 16:00-17:30 Jim Love Studio 9-12yrs 1429 Musical Theatre for 13-17yrs 17:30-19:00 Jim Love Studio 13-17yrs 1627 Filmmaking for 9-12yrs 16:00-17:30 Digital Room 9-12yrs 1530 Filmmaking for 13-17yrs 17:45-19:45 Digital Room 13-17yrs 1731 Tap Dance 18:30-20:00 Studio 2 16+ 2032 Just Jhoom! Bollywood Fitness 19:00-20:00 Jim Love Studio 16+ 2035 Jazz Dance 20:00-21:30 Studio 2 16+ 2034 Singing for the Shy 19:30-20:30 SGL Room 18+ 2133 Playwriting 19:00-21:00 Tulloch Room 18+ 22

THURSDAYS45 Tiny Tunes 13:30-14:00 Studio 2 1-4yrs 1063 World Song 14:15-14:45 Studio 2 1-4yrs 1036 Dance Jam for 5-8yrs 16:00-16:45 Studio 2 5-8yrs 1437 Dance Jam for 9-12yrs 16:45-18:00 Studio 2 9-12yrs 1475 Eden Court Young Writers 13-17yrs 17:00-18:30 SGL Room 13-17yrs 1641 Eden Court Youth Dance Group 19:30-21:30 Jim Love Studio 13-17yrs 1638 Beginners Ballet 18:00-19:30 Jim Love Studio 14+ 2091 Improvers Ballet 18:00-19:30 Studio 2 14+ 2040 Filmmaking for Adults 18:00-21:00 Digital Room 18+ 2139 Starting to Write 18:30-20:30 Tulloch Room 18+ 21

Creative Writing Masterclasses 19:00-21:00 SGL Room Adults 18+ 9

FRIDAYS44 Baby Yoga 1 11:20-12:30 Studio 2 8wks-6mths 1176 Baby Yoga 2 10:00-11:10 Studio 2 8mths-14mths 1146 Digital Animation Beginners 16:00-18:00 Digital Room 8+ 15/17/2150 Digital Animation Improvers 18:00-20:00 Digital Room 8+ 15/17/2147 LAMDA: Grade 1 16:00-17:00 Jim Love Studio 8-12yrs 1848 LAMDA: Grade 2 17:00-18:00 Jim Love Studio 8-15yrs 1851 LAMDA: Grade 3 18:00-19:00 Jim Love Studio 8-15yrs 1853 LAMDA: Grade 4 17:30-18:30 Studio 2 8-16yrs 1867 LAMDA: Grade 5 19:00-20:00 Jim Love Studio 16+ (inc Adults) 1868 LAMDA: Elite 20:00-21:30 Jim Love Studio 16+ (inc Adults) 1843 Advanced Dance Class 10:15-11:45 Jim Love Studio 18+ 2042 Draw the Dancers 10:15-11:45 Jim Love Studio 18+ 20

SUNDAYS54 Yoga 11:15-12:45 Studio 2 18+ 2157 Capoeira 19:00-21:00 Studio 2 13+ 22


other classesClass No. Title Time Place Age Page

05 Hullabaloo Mon 27 Jan I Mon 24 Feb I Mon 31 Mar 16:00-17:00 Studio 2 5-12yrs 15/23

90 5Rhythms Workshop Sun 02 Mar 14:00-16:30 Studio 2 18+ 19

58 Master Your Camera Tue 04, Wed 05 & Thu 06 Mar 19:00-21:30 SGL Room 18+ 21

93 The Art Room Sun 02 Feb I Sun 02 Mar 14:00-17:00 Maclean Room 18+ 21/23

61 In Stitches Every Even Tues 18:00 Cafe 18+ 22

60 Book Group Thu 30 Jan I Thu 27 Feb I Thu 27 Mar 19:30-21:00 Chapel 16+ 22

62 Novel Writing Mon 27 Jan I Mon 24 Feb I Mon 31 Mar 18:30-20:30 Tulloch Room 18+ 22

64 Highland Web Group Tue 21 Jan I Tue 18 Feb I Tue 18 Mar 19:00-21:00 Tulloch Room Any Age 22

special eventsTitle Time Place Age Page

Burns: Life of a Poet Sat 25 Jan 18:45 Meet at Falcon Square All Ages 6

Eden Court Community Dance Company Sat 18 Jan I Sat 22 Feb I Sat 15 Mar10:00-11:30 Studio 2 All Ages 6

Strike/slip Sat 15 Feb To be revealed on 01 Feb All Ages 6

Flying High Masterclass Sun 16 Mar 10:00-15:30Mon 17 Mar 12:30-16:30 Jim Love Studio Professional 7

Learning to Fly!Aerial Dance HarnessWorkshop Sun 16 Mar 16:00-17:00 Jim Love Studio 13-17yrs 7

Learning to Fly!Aerial Dance HarnessWorkshop Sun 16 Mar 17:30-19:00 Jim Love Studio Adults 18+ 7

Spring Into Eden Sat 22Mar 19:00 I Sun 23Mar 14:00 One Touch Theatre All Ages 7

Eden Court CREATIVE Showcase Thu 27 Mar 18:00 One Touch Theatre All Ages 7

RSNO Remix Fri 04 Apr 18:30 Empire Theatre All Ages 8

Two’s Company:SQAHigher Drama Performance Fri 11 Apr 19:00 One Touch Theatre All Ages 8

National Theatre Connections Festival 2014 Mon 14 Apr–Wed 16 Apr One Touch Theatre 13+ 8

Highland Salsa Fest Sat 21 June One Touch Theatre Adults 18+ 8

AuditionOpportunitiesSQACOURSESEdenCourt, in partnershipwithHighlandCouncil, continues tooffer youngpeople fromthroughout theHighlands the opportunityto study forSQAqualifications inDramaandDance.Wearecurrently taking applications for the 2014/15 academic year.

There are limited places available,so ifyou are interested inapplying forHigherDance,National 5DramaorHigherDramayour application should bewith us by 16 Mar 2014.

AUDITIONS WILLTAKE PLACE INAPRIL & MAY2014ATEDEN COURT.

The courses require significant independent study and are taughtat EdenCourt out-with school hours,atweekends, in-service daysand throughout the school holidays.Theremay also be placesremaining after the first round ofauditions,so ifyoumiss thisdeadline and are interested it is still worth getting in touchwith us.

Wewill also be accepting applications frommature students andstudentswhoare studying outside oftheHighland area orwhoare no longer at school. Please note therewill be a fee for theseapplicants.

Assistancewith travel and accommodation expenses is availablefor those students travelling fromoutside Inverness to attendthe course. Please contact us formore information.

Contact Katyana Kozikowska,CREATIVE Manager [email protected] for an application form.

Join theEden Court Co�ectiveEdenCourtCREATIVE are trying something new for 2014.Wehave such awealth oftalent across all our youth theatres intheHighlands thatwe’ve decided to create theEDEN COURTCOLLECTIVE!

We’re looking for 10 confident and committed young actors,aged16-25,fromour youth theatres to come together to creatework.Thiswill be a great opportunity for those ofyou that feel likeyou're ready for a newand challenging experience.

TheECCollectivewill devise a short piece for theCREATIVEShowcase on the 27Mar 2014 and a performance to take to theNational Festival ofYouthTheatre 04 - 07July 2014.Wemayalso look at other performance opportunities for this piece.

To audition youmust be a past or presentmember ofone ofEdenCourtCREATIVE’s youth theatres and be able to rehearsebetweenJan -July 2014.Wehaven’t figured out the how’s yetbut themost important thing is that you're committed andready for the challenge!

Auditions for Inverness based actors will be onTue 11 Feb 2014.Highland wide auditions will follow at a later date.To apply for anaudition slot in your local area please email Katyana Kozikowska,CREATIVE Manager at [email protected].


Classes for5-12 yrs

drama14 I Drama for 5-8 yrsJIM LOVESTUDIO

TUE 14JAN–TUE 4 FEB I TUE 25 FEB–TUE 1APRPlease note that the class on 4FEBwill take place in theMacLeanRoom

16.00–16.45 I £42.00 I TENWEEKTERM

Children can build confidence andmake new friendsin this exciting drama class using play,drama games,creative activities and theatre related exercises.

16 I Drama for 9-12 yrs

JIM LOVESTUDIO

TUE 14JAN–TUE 4 FEB I TUE 25 FEB–TUE 1APRPlease note that the class on 4FEBwill take place in theMacLeanRoom

16.45–18.00 I £42.00 I TENWEEKTERM

Children can build confidence andmake new friendsin this exciting drama class using play,drama games,creative activities and theatre related exercises.

26 I Musical Theatrefor 9-12 yrs

JIM LOVESTUDIO

WED 15JAN–WED 12 FEB I WED 26 FEB–WED 2APRPlease note that the classes on5FEB& 12FEBwill take place in theMacLeanRoom


Master the skills ofmusical theatre and gethints and tips on how to be a star!Wear loosecomfortable clothing and have bare feet orwearjazz shoes.For any level ofexperience.

dance36 I DanceJam for 5-8 yrsSTUDIO 2

THU 16JAN–THU 13 FEB I THU 27 FEB–THU 3APR


The perfectway to introduce kids to the excitingworld ofcreativemovement and dance and learnthe basics ofmodern dance technique!

37 I DanceJam for 9-12 yrs

STUDIO 2



Keep jammin’with our 9 - 12 yrs dance classwhichcombines amixture ofdance styles, fromhip-hopto contemporary, introduces basic technique andencourages dancers to get creative!

95 I Street Dancefor 5-8 yrs

STUDIO 2



Love to be fun and funky?This class is for you!Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazzshoes.No experience required.

15 I Street Dancefor 9-12 yrs

STUDIO 2



Want to be like Flawless andDiversity? This class isfor you!Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers orjazz shoes.No experience required.


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music72 I Eden CourtYoung VoicesMACLEANROOM

MON 13JAN–MON 10 FEB I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MARPleasenote that theclasson3MARwill takeplace in theSGLRoom

16.00– 17.30 I 9-17YRS I ELEVENWEEKTERM

£57.20 (13-17yrs) I £46.20 (9-12yrs)

Join our singing group for top tips on vocaltechniques and a chance to sing awide variety ofpopular songs.Build your voice and your confidence.No previous singing experience required. Lookforward to seeing you there!

accessible arts05 I HullabalooSTUDIO 2

MON 27 JAN I MON 24 FEB I MON 31 MAR

16.00– 17.00 I 5-12YRS

£10.80 I THREESESSIONTERM I CLASSPRICE£4.60

Hullabaloo is a drama group specially created forchildrenwith additional needs.The group aims toencourage imagination and confidence through theuse ofgames and creative play, and helps children todevelop their social skills in a safe and supportiveenvironment.The theme for this term is Space:JANSpace Games & MovementFEBSpace CraftsMARSpace Drama

digitalmedia27 I Filmmaking for 9-12yrsDIGITALROOM



Try film-making, stop-frame animation, visionmixingand video projection,or turn your ideas into amusicvideo or short film! Youwill work onSonyV1 camerasand edit using Final Cut Pro onAppleMacs.Therewill also be the opportunity to see your finishedprojects in a screening at the EdenCourt cinema atthe end ofthe term.No experience necessary!

46 I DigitalAnimation:Beginners I 8+

DIGITALROOM

FRI 17JAN–FRI 14 FEB I FRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR

16.00–18.00 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

£143.00 (18+) I £121.00 (13-17YRS) I £99.00 (8-12YRS)

Create your own characters, scenes and storylinesat these popular classes.We’ll learn how to create3D environments and bring them to life, just like themagicianswho brought you Finding Nemo and ToyStory! Book early–extremely limited places.No experience necessary, just bring ideas!

50 I DigitalAnimation:Improvers I 8+

DIGITALROOM

FRI 17JAN–FRI 14 FEB I FRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR


£143.00 (18+) I £121.00 (13-17YRS) I £99.00 (8-12YRS)

This class is open only to thosewho have alreadyattended theDigital Animation for Beginners courserun by EdenCourt.Very limited places so book early.

19 I DigitalAnimation:Advanced I 8+

DIGITALROOM



£143.00 (18+) I £121.00 (13-17YRS) I £99.00 (8-12YRS)

This class is only open to thosewho've alreadyattended theDigital Animation for Beginners andImprovers courses run by EdenCourt.Very limitedplaces so book early.


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Ifyou are able to bring your own laptop,pleaseinform Box Office when booking.Our tutor willupload the correct software to your machine.Please contact Fraser MacDonald [email protected] ifyou have any questionsabout system requirements.

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Kids&young people13-17 yrs

drama18 I Eden CourtYouthTheatre

13-17 yrsJIM LOVESTUDIO



Join EdenCourt's DramaArtist JohnBatty andlearn drama skills includingmovement,mime,improvisation and scriptwork. ECYT receiveopportunities to perform throughout the year,so if youwant to get acting, this is the place to be!No previous experience necessary.

dance/theatre29 I Musical Theatre

for 13-17 yrs

JIM LOVESTUDIO

WED 15JAN–WED 12 FEB I WED 26 FEB–WED 2APRPlease note that the class on5FEB& 12FEBwill takeplace in theMacleanRoom

17:30–19.00 I £57.20 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

Master the skills ofmusical theatre and gethints and tips on how to be a star!Wear loosecomfortable clothing and have bare feet or jazzshoes. For any level ofexperience.

17 I Street Dance for 13 yrs+STUDIO 2


18.00–19.30 I £68.20 (18 yrs+) I £57.20 (13-17 yrs)

ELEVENWEEKTERM

Take your first steps down the road to superstardomwith this fun and funky class.Wear loose clothes andindoor trainers or jazz shoes.No experience required.

41 I Eden CourtYouth Dance Group

JIM LOVESTUDIO


19.30–21.30 I 13 - 17YRS I £57.20

ELEVENWEEKTERM

Ahigh-energy class for peoplewhowant to improvetheir dance technique,create and perform.The classcombinesJazz,Contemporary andStreetDance andthis termwill beworking towards creating a piece forSpring Into Eden 2014.


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music72 I Eden Court

Young VoicesMACLEANROOM

MON 13JAN–MON 10 FEB I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MARPlease note that the class on 3MARwill take place in theSGLRoom

16.00 –17.30 I 9-17YRS I ELEVENWEEKTERM

£57.20 (13-17yrs) I £46.20 (9-12yrs)

Join our singing group for top tips on vocaltechniques and a chance to sing awide variety ofpopular songs.Build your voice and your confidence.No previous singing experience required. Lookforward to seeing you!

youth club66 I The Hub -Youth Club For

Those OnTheAutisticSpectrum

JIM LOVESTUDIO

MON 13JAN–MON 27JAN I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MAR

17.30–19.00 I 13-19YRS I NINEWEEKTERM

£32.40 I CLASSPRICE £4.60

The Hub is an exciting new youth club, run by EdenCourtCREATIVE’s very ownAccessibleArtsWorkers,which has been created at the request ofteenagerswhoare on the autistic spectrum. It is a place forteens to socialise and engage in a range ofactivitiessuch as arts and crafts,computer games,maga-zines/ books,board games,and a soft play/ sensorychill zonewhichwill be on offer everyweek.This is adrop in youth clubwhichmeans that participants arenot required to stay for the entire session,but aremore thanwelcome to!

digitalmedia30 I Filmmaking

for 13-17 yrsDIGITALROOM



Try film-making, stop-frame animation, visionmixingand video projection,or turn your ideas into amusic video or short film! Youwill work onSonyV1 cameras and edit using Final Cut Pro onAppleMacs.Therewill also be the opportunity to see yourfinished projects in a screening at EdenCourt’scinema at the end ofthe term.No experiencenecessary.

46 I DigitalAnimation:Beginners

See entry 46 on p15 for full details.

50 I DigitalAnimation:Improvers


19 I DigitalAnimation:Advanced



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LAMDAPRICING: ALL CLASSES ARE BLOCK BOOKING ONLYYou attend the class that is right for your level, regardless ofage.The price ofyour course depends on your age. Ifyou are new to LAMDA,you should book for class 47–LAMDA: Entry Level/Grade 1.Youmay be recommended tomove up to a different class once the tutor assesses your acting level in the first session ofthe class.

AGE TERM PRICE (TEN WEEKS)8–12YRS £42.0013-17 YRS £52.0018YRS+ £62.00

CLASS TITLE DATES TIME VENUE

47 LAMDA: ENTRYLEVEL/GRADE 1 FRI 17 JAN–FRI 14 FEB 16.00–17.00 JIM LOVESTUDIOFRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR FRI 7 & 14 FEBAND 7MARCLASSWILL BEHELD INSTUDIO 2

48 LAMDA: GRADE 2 FRI 17 JAN–FRI 14 FEB 17.00–18.00 JIM LOVESTUDIOFRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR FRI 7 FEBTHECLASSWILL BEHELD INTHEMACLEANROOM

&FRI 14 FEBTHECLASSWILL BEHELD INTHETULLOCHROOM

51 LAMDA: GRADE 3 FRI 17 JAN–FRI 14 FEB 18.00–19.00 JIM LOVESTUDIOFRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR

53 LAMDA: GRADE4 FRI 17 JAN–FRI 14 FEB 17.30–18.30 STUDIO 2FRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR

67 LAMDA: GRADE5 FRI 17 JAN–FRI 14 FEB 19.00–20.00 JIM LOVESTUDIOFRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR

68 LAMDA: ELITE (GRADES6-8) FRI 17 JAN–FRI 14 FEB 20.00–21.30 JIM LOVESTUDIOFRI 28 FEB–FRI 4APR

Please note that therewill be no class on 24JAN

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LondonAcademy ofMusic &DramaticArt Qualifications


The LondonAcademy ofMusic andDramaticArt (LAMDA) is one ofthe oldest drama schools in theUnitedKingdom.Former LAMDAstudents occupy theworlds oftheatre, film andTV right across the globe. Inaddition to being fun,educational and confidence-building, LAMDAexams also equip candidateswith skillsthatwill serve themwell for their whole life.So, if youwant to unlock your imagination and creative-thinking,develop communication skills, build technical skills and get better at team-working, then LAMDAcould befor you! The examinations themselves offer candidates the chance tomeet andmake contactwith expertexaminers,build self-confidence and self-esteemand acquire certification for career development.

THE LAMDA YEAR EXPLAINED:

2013-14 Course

Term 1:Aug - Nov 2013 Open to new attendeesCourse Content: Introduction to LAMDA,Drama skills and Exampreparation.

Term 2:Jan–Mar 2014 Closed to new attendeesCourse Content:Performance skills and continuation ofExampreparation.

Term 3:April–June 2014 Open to new attendees(All new studentswill attend Entry Level/Grade 1 as an introduction to the course)The 3rd term is performance time! Term3 ofthe LAMDAcourse is a chance to put new founddrama skills to the test byworking on a performance for family and friends at EdenCourt.Your LAMDAyear comes to an endwith a presentation ofyour examcertificate.This year’sperformancewill be held in theOneTouchTheatre onWED25JUN2014.

Ifyou want more info about LAMDAclasses at Eden Court,or are unsure which class to join,please contact LAMDAtutorAmanda Luscombe: [email protected]



Adultclasses

drama01 I Integrated

Performance Group

JIM LOVESTUDIO&STUDIO 2

MON 13JAN–MON 10 FEB I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MARPlease note that the classes on 3 FEB& 10 FEBwill take place intheMacleanRoom

10:15–12.15 I 16YRS+

£39.60: ELEVENWEEKTERM I CLASSPRICE: £4.60

These classes are open to young people and adultsbothwith andwithout additional support needs,whowould like to explore a range oftheatre arts: dance,drama, improvisation and performance.

21 I Drama LabJIM LOVESTUDIO&STUDIO 2


19.30–21.30 I 18+ I £68.20 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

Afun and informal class for anyone interested in acting,led by EdenCourt’sDramaArtistJohnBatty andScottMcKellar ofYellowDog.You’ll experimentwithcharacters,scripts and drama techniques.No previousexperience is necessary.

dance90 I 5rhythms® Workshop

STUDIO 2 I 14.00–16.30 I 18YRS+

SUN 2 MAR I £12.00

Enjoy the release of5Rhythms - Flowing,Staccato,Chaos,Lyrical and Stillness -which come together tocreateTheWave,amovementmeditation practice.If you know you love to dance,or even if you feelhesitant, then come along and try this out! DeborahJay-Lewin has taught 5Rhythms for over 20 years.She lives in Findhorn,Moray and teaches in variousparts ofScotland aswell as internationally.All levelsof fitness and experience

07 I Contemporary Dance

STUDIO 2 I 19.00–20.30 I 16+


£68.20 (18+) I £57.20 (16-17YRS) I ELEVENWEEKTERMCLASSPRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS)

Contemporary Dance uses dance techniquesandmethods found in ballet,modern dance andpost-modern dance.This is an open level techniqueclasswhere the emphasis is on improving alignmentand control, building sequences and developingexpression.A good level of fitness is required.Wear loose fitting clothes and have bare feet.

09 I Dance Performance Group

STUDIO 2 I 20.30–21.30 I 16+


£44.00 (18+) I £38.50 (16-17YRS) I ELEVENWEEKTERM

The class returns this term for dancerswhowish todevelop their devising and performing skills.Youwill beworking towards creating a piece for Spring IntoEden 2014 plus any other performing opportunitiesthat arise.No previous experience is necessary,butyouwill gain themost benefit if you also attend eitherBallet,Contemporary orJazz technique classes.

17 I Street Dance for 13yrs+

STUDIO 2


18.00–19.30 I 13 +YRS

£68.20 (18YRS+) I £57.20 (13-17YRS)

ELEVENWEEKTERM

Take your first steps down the road to superstardomwith this fun and funky class.Wear loose clothes andindoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required.

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Adult classes52 I Cuban Salsa BeginnersJIM LOVESTUDIO I 19.30–20.30 I 16+



CLASSPRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS)

Abeginners level CubanSalsa class startingwith thebasics and progressing on tomore intricate patternswithadded style.You can comeas an individual or a couple. Pleasewear comfortable clothes and clean shoes.

74 I Cuban Salsa ImproversJIM LOVESTUDIO I 20.30–21.45 I 16+



CLASSPRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS)

Taught by 2010UKSalsaChampionNoel Hernandez-Roque,this is aSalsa class for those comfortablewith basic stepswhowant to take it to the next level. IncorporatingSalsa,Son,RumbaandRueda.You can comeas an individual orwitha partner. Pleasewear comfortable clothes and clean shoes.

31 I Tap DanceSTUDIO 2 I 18.30–20.00 I 16+



The perfect class for if youwant to ‘have a go’at tapdance. You’ll learn hot steps,heel clicks and stomps inthis fun class.

32 I JustJhoom!Bollywood Fitness

JIM LOVESTUDIO I 19.00–20.00 I 16+


£44.00 I ELEVENWEEKTERM I CLASSPRICE: £5.00

Ifyou’re looking for a newand excitingway to get fit,comeand try ourBollywoodFitness class led byJustJhoom!tutor,Alex Emerson.The classes are inspired byBollywooddance and include amixture ofclassical Indian dancewithhints ofhip-hop,street and jazz styles.

35 I Jazz DanceSTUDIO 2 I 20.00–21.30 I 16+



Razzle dazzle, shimmy and slide at this fun class forbeginners and improverswhowant to try out techniquesand learn simple routines.Wear loose clothes and eitherbare feet or jazz shoes.

38 I Beginners BalletJIM LOVESTUDIO I 18.00–19.30 I 14+



CLASSPRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS)

This class is suitable for thosewith little or no balletexperience orwhowish to take it at a gentler pace.Theclasswill introduce the foundations ofballet technique,focusing on posture and alignment.Wear comfortableclothes and socks or ballet shoes.

91 I Improvers BalletSTUDIO 2 I 18.00–19.30 I 14+



CLASSPRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS)

This class is suitable for those dancerswho have a solidgrounding in ballet technique (over 2 years experience)andwish to be challenged to improve their technique anddance quality withmore complicated sequences.

43 I Advanced Dance ClassJIMLOVESTUDIO I 10.15–11.45 I 18+

CLASSPRICE: £7.20 I £55.80 I NINEWEEKTERM

FRI 17JAN I FRI 31JAN I FRI 7 FEB I FRI 14 FEB I FRI 28 FEBFRI 14 MAR I FRI 21 MAR I FRI 28 MAR I FRI 4APR

Achallenging and in-depth technique class for adultswithconsiderable dance experience and ability. Led by a varietyoftutors.

42 I Draw the DancersJIM LOVESTUDIO I 10.15–11.45 I 18+ I CLASSPRICE: £3.00

FRI 17JAN I FRI 31JAN I FRI 7 FEB I FRI 14 FEB I FRI 28 FEBFRI 14 MAR I FRI 21 MAR I FRI 28 MAR I FRI 4APR

Calling all artists! Come along for a chance to drawdancers inmotion as they participate in ourAdvancedContemporary Dance class.Bring your ownmaterialsand equipment for this untutored art class.

singing06 I Just Sing!THESGLROOM I 18.30–20.00 I 18+



Join this fun and relaxed singing groupwhere you’ll sing avaried repertoire ofsongs,some in unison,some in parts,exploring different techniques and styles.Therewill be anopportunity to performthese to friends and family on thelast evening ofeach term. Ideally suited to thosewithprevious singing experience and to those capable ofsingingin parts,but open to all levels.

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34 I Singing for the ShyTHESGLROOM I 19.30–20.30 I 18+

WED 15JAN–WED 12 FEB I WED 26 FEB–WED 2APRPlease note that the class on 22JANwill take place in theChapel


Still keeping your vocal talents hidden behind the showercurtain? Now’s your chance to shine! Fiona Sellar leads thisrelaxed and supportive classmaking use ofyour favouritepop, rock andmusical numbers to develop your confidenceand enjoyment ofsingingwith a group.No experiencerequired; the classwelcomes all levels ofsinging abilities.

digital media22 I Adobe PhotoshopDIGITALROOM I 19.30–21.30 I 16+



Explore themysteries ofAdobe Photoshop.Learn to edit andenhance images to create new compositions. The classprovides an introduction to Photoshop.Bring your own laptop(withAdobe Photoshop software).Participantswithout theirown laptopwill be able to use our computers using the freePhotoshop-alternative–GIMP.

40 I Filmmaking forAdultsDIGITALROOM I 18.00–21.00 I 18+ I £132.00 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

THU 16JAN –THU 13 FEB I THU 27 FEB–THU 3APR

Try filmmaking, stop-frame animation, visionmixing and videoprojection and turn your ideas into amusic video or shortfilm using SonyV1 cameras and editing using Final Cut Pro onAppleMacs.You’ll also have the chance to see your finishedwork in a special screening at EdenCourt’s cinema at the endofthe term. No experience necessary!

46 I DigitalAnimation: BeginnersSee entry 46 on P15 for full details.

50 I DigitalAnimation: ImproversSee entry 50 on P15 for full details.

19 I DigitalAnimation:AdvancedSee entry 19 on P15 for full details.

58 I Master your CameraTHESGLROOM I 19.00–21.30 I 18+ I £48.00PERBLOCK

TUE 04,WED 05 & THU 06 MARPlease note that the class on 05MARwill take place in theMACLEANRoom

Learn to improve your photography skills with LightstalkerScotland'sMaster ofPhotographyGlenCampbell.You’ll takecontrol ofyour camerawith this informative and inspiring class.Classeswill contain both theory-based classes and practicallocation-basedMasterclass.These classes sell out very quicklyand have limited numbers,so book early to avoid disappointment.

writing39 I Starting to WriteTULLOCHROOM I 18.30–20.30 I 18+


£68.20 I ELEVENWEEKTERM

Build confidence andwriting skills in a friendly, supportiveenvironmentwith experienced tutor,poet and playwrightPeterWhiteley.Bring a notepad and pen,and enjoy arelaxing, informative evening.For people ofall abilities.

relax54 I YogaSTUDIO 2 I 11.15–12.45 I 18+

SUN 12JAN–SUN 9 FEB I SUN 23 FEB–SUN 30 MAR


Take time out to relax onSundaymornings using Hathayoga techniqueswith DianeRoberts.Open to any level ofexperience.Wear loose comfortable clothing.

92 I Yoga for Pregnancy

STUDIO 2 I 17:30–18:45 I 16+



CLASSPRICE: £7.20 (18+) I £6.20 (16-17YRS) I PARTNERSONLY£5.00

Yoga forPregnancy classes are awonderful way to connectwith yourself, your baby and other newMums-to-be inpreparation for labour,birth and beyond.WithCharlotte EsmeTurner,an experiencedYogaTeacher andMother ofthree,we l̀l be exploring gentleYoga postures,breath awareness andrelaxation techniques to gain strength and a greater sense ofwellbeing on all levels: physically,emotionally andmentally.This class can also help to alleviate any physical discomfort,improve quality ofsleep, reduce anxiety, improve posture andcirculationwhilst strengtheningmuscles and joints so thatyou can approach labour and birth at your optimum levels ofhealth and happiness.Partners are also encouraged to attend.

93 I THEARTROOM:WellbeingThroughArt

MACLEANROOM I SUN 2 FEB I SUN 2 MARCH

14.00–17.00 I 18+ I £5.50

Use paints and other artmaterials for selfexpression,relaxation and fun! Even if you haven’t done this since youwere small, come along, join the group and have some“you”time!

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Adult classes



Free classes61 I In Stitches

CAFÉ I 18.00–LATER I FREE I 18+

TUE 14JAN–TUE 18 MAR

Meet for stitching and bitching,bad jokes and tea & cakes(and sometimes a film) every evenTuesday. Everyone iswelcome,so hook up to share your skills, patterns, yarnsetc,or if youwant to learn how to knit or crochet thenyou'll be especially welcome.Turn up, knit one,purl three!

60 I Book Group

THU 30JAN I THU 27 FEB I THU 27 MAR

CHAPEL I 19.30–21.00 I FREE I 16+RECOMMENDED

EdenCourt BookGroupmeetsmonthly– just turn upfor 19.30.

Upcoming books are:30JAN: AllMadeUp byJanice Galloway27 FEB:CrowRoad by Iain Banks27MAR:Saturday by IanMcEwan

33 I PlaywritingTULLOCHROOM


19.00–21.00 I FREE I 18+

This exciting playwriting groupwill be self-run everyWednesday.Memberswill have the chance to gain feedbackfromeach other on their scripts and draw upon theexperiences ofoccasional guest speakers. If you are new tothe class andwish to enrol, please contactJohnBatty on01463 732 695.

57 I Capoeira

STUDIO 2 I 19.00–21.00 I 13+ I FREE

SUN 12JAN–SUN 30 MAR

An amazing Brazilianmartial arts/dance form thatcombinesmusic, flowingmovements and songwith highlystylized games.Physically demanding and incredibly fun.Toenrol and check dates,contact tutor FraserMacDonald on07796 688 663 or email [email protected].

62 I Novel Writing

TULLOCHROOM

MON 27JAN I MON 24 FEB I MON 31 MAR

18.30–20.30 I FREE I 18+

This free novel writing groupwill be self-run on the lastMonday ofeachmonth.Memberswill have the chance togain feedback fromeach other on their novels in progress.If you are new to the class andwish to enrol, please contactJohnBatty on 01463 732 695.

64 I Highland Web Group

TULLOCHROOM

TUE 21JAN I TUE 18 FEB I TUE 18 MAR

19.00–21.00 I FREE I ANYAGE

TheHighlandWebGroupmeets on the third Tuesday ofeverymonth for an informal and friendly chat about alltypes ofweb-related stuff,with regular informativepresentations on related subjects frommembers.All welcome, just come along! Formore information checkoutwww.highlandwebgroup.co.uk.


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01 I IntegratedPerformance Group

STUDIO 2 / JIMLOVESTUDIO I 10.15–12.15 I 16+

MON 13JAN–MON 10 FEB I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MARPlease note that the classes on 3 FEB& 10 FEBwill take placein theMacleanRoom


These classes are open to young people and adults bothwith andwithout additional support needs,whowould liketo explore a range oftheatre arts: dance,drama,improvisation and performance.

05 I Hullabaloo

STUDIO 2 I 16.00–17.00 I 5-12YRS

MON 27JAN I MON 24 FEB I MON 31 MAR

£10.80 I THREESESSIONTERM I CLASSPRICE £4.60

Hullabaloo is a dramagroup specially created for childrenwithadditional needs.The group aims to encourage imaginationand confidence through the use ofgames and creative play,and helps children to develop their social skills in a safe andsupportive environment.

The theme for this term is Space:

JANSpace Games & Movement

FEBSpace Crafts

MARSpace Drama

66 I The Hub–Youth Club for thoseon theAutistic Spectrum

JIMLOVESTUDIO I 17.30–19.00 I 13 - 19YRS

MON 13JAN–MON 27JAN I MON 24 FEB–MON 31 MAR

£32.40 I NINEWEEKTERM I CLASSPRICE £4.60

The Hub is an exciting youth club, run by EdenCourt CREATIVE’svery ownAccessibleArtsworkers,which has been created atthe request ofteenagerswho are on theAutistic spectrum.It is a place for teens to socialise and engage in a range ofactivities such as arts and crafts, computer games,magazines/ books,board games,and a soft play/ sensory chillzonewhichwill be on offer everyweek.This is a drop in youthclubwhichmeans that participants are not required to stayfor the entire session,but aremore thanwelcome to!

93 I TheArt Room: WellbeingThroughArtSUN 2 FEB I SUN 2 MAR

MACLEANROOM I 14.00–17.00 I 18+ I £5.50

Use paints and other artmaterials for selfexpression,relaxation and fun! Even if you haven’t done this since youweresmall, come along, join the group led by RosHill, and have some“you”time!

Dance and Movement SessionsEdenCourt offersDance andMovement sessions for individualsand groups in a safe and supportive environment.Our residentDance andMovement specialist,RubyWorth,workswith awidevariety ofclients including children and adultswith learningdisabilities and thosewith physical andmental health issues.Formore information onDMTplease email RubyWorth [email protected]

Eden Court CREATIVE’sAccessibleArts workers can help people withAdditional SupportNeeds find the services they need to become more active and engaged with the arts–just give us a call on 01463 239 841 or drop us an email [email protected]

ArtsActivities for People withAdditional Support Needs,One-to-OneSessions and Referral OpportunitiesEdenCourt employs twoAccessibleArtsWorkerswhose role is to develop anddeliver bespoke creative arts opportunities for children, young people and adultswith a range ofadditional support needs,both at EdenCourt and throughout theHighlandRegion.

We canworkwith people ofall abilities across all sectors, so please get in touch ifyouwould like to set up a one-to-one,organise a referral, bring a group to one ofour great classes or just discuss howwe canworkwith you.To discuss howourAccessibleArtsWorkers can support you please contact:

Hayley Savage (Children/Schools) [email protected] (Adults/Community) [email protected]

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Interested inTheatre,Dance or Film? Want to find out what’s going on InYourArea?Then contact one ofour team. Eden Court delivers workshops in theatre arts acrossthe Highlands to people ofall ages and abilities. So get in touch and get involved.

Eden Court CREATIVE Workers InYourArea:

SouthSutherland and Easter Ross JonathanDavies [email protected]

InvernessWest Amanda Luscombe [email protected]

Inverness East,Black Isle LucyMcGlennon [email protected]

Skye & Lochalsh LucyMcGlennon [email protected]

Nairn,Badenoch &Strathspey (part time) Lorraine Hemmings [email protected]

Nairn,Badenoch &Strathspey (part time) Nicola Gray [email protected]

Lochaber IlonaMunro [email protected]

Caithness &North Sutherland David Hunter [email protected]

Gaelic (Highlands) Roddy Nicolson [email protected]

Additional Needs (HighlandSchools) /Wester Ross Hayley Savage [email protected]

Additional Needs (HighlandCommunity) RubyWorth [email protected]

Eden Court CREATIVE Dance Development:

Badenoch &Strathspey Alex Emerson [email protected]

Badenoch &Strathspey Heather Cooney [email protected]

Contact UsAt Eden Court:

EdenCourtCREATIVEManager KatyanaKozikowska [email protected]

DramaArtist JohnBatty [email protected]

DanceArtist LouiseMarshall [email protected]

Digital Artist GraemeRoger [email protected]

EdenCourtCREATIVEDanceAdmin LaraMcDonald [email protected]

For general queries,or ifyou are unsure who to contact,please email: [email protected]

In YourArea


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