Creative Brochure Jan 2018 by Eden Court Theatre & Cinema

EDEN COURT classes & activities from January 2018 Box Office 01463 234 234 www.eden-court.co.uk

for children I for adults I for everyone

Welcome to Spring 2018 with Eden Court CREATIVE! CO N T E N TS Special Events

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Classes for Under 5s

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Classes for 5 – 12s

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Timetable

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Classes for 13 – 17s

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Qualifications at Eden Court

Classes for Adults

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Accessible Arts

Free Classes

Tickets & Info

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“Eden Court CREATIVE is a great resource for everyone in the Highlands both young and old. If you haven’t tried it yet, start participating and get CREATIVE – you never know where it might lead.” EDEN COURT CREATIVE’S AMBASSADOR AND FORMER STUDENT, KAREN GILLAN (Dr Who, Guardians of the Galaxy)

“Eden Court CREATIVE works across the Highlands, connecting with young people through theatre arts. I began my journey at Eden Court and hope my support will encourage more young people to get involved.” EDEN COURT CREATIVE’S AMBASSADOR FOR DANCE AND FORMER STUDENT, JAMES PETT (Studio Wayne McGregor)

All photography of class participants and staff: Ewen Wetherspoon www.ewphoto.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 registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (registered number SCO08237)

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Welcome to our spring term at Eden Court CREATIVE! Whether you want to practice your plié, scribe a story, or sing your socks off, we’ve something for everyone and there’s never been a better time to join in. Don’t miss the return of some of our most special events such as The Big Burns Stramash (p4) and Spring into Eden (p5), as well as the NT Connections Festival in April (p7). So cosy up and have a look through to see what takes your fancy this term. Come on – get CREATIVE! Lucy McGlennon Acting Eden Court CREATIVE Manager

SPECIAL EVENTS

Join Eden Court CREATIVE for a fun filled week of activities to celebrate Burns Night.

BIG BURNS STRAMASH ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 25 JAN I SAT 27 JAN I ALL AGES

HIGHLAND SCHOOLS HOOLIE NORTHERN MEETING PARK I THU 25 JAN I 11.00 – 12.30

Take part in what we hope is the BIGGEST schools Strip the Willow ever and join in a mass performance of the Stramash Flashmob; a specially choreographed flashmob just for Burns Day. Schools are invited to submit Burns recitals for an open mic section of the event. For more information on how your school can take part, email Nicola at ngray@eden-court.co.uk

THE WEE BURNS CEILIDH ONETOUCH THEATRE I SAT 27 JAN I 11.00-12.00 I 14.00-15.00 ALL AGES I £4.50/£16 for a party of four

Following its success last year, The Wee Burns Ceilidh is back! A ceilidh party for wee ones and their families. Lots of dancing, games and fun to be had for all the family. The Wee Burns Ceilidh is ideal for those with children under the age of 8, but big brothers and sisters are welcome too!

THE BIG BURNS RAVIN’ CEILIDH ONETOUCH THEATRE I SAT 27 JAN I 20.30 I 18+ £10 (INCLUDES A DRAM ON ARRIVAL)

Like a good old-fashioned ceilidh dance, but also drum & bass beats and electronic FX? Monster Ceilidh Band are providing the tunes for Eden Court’s first Big Burns Ravin’ Ceilidh: a perfect fusion of the traditional and the contemporary to celebrate Burns Night. The Big Burns Ravin’ Ceilidh is proudly sponsored by Speyside Distillers and ticket holders will be rewarded with a dram on arrival. This event is strictly 18+.

The Big Burns Stramash has received support as part of Scotland’s Winter Festivals’ programme of events. page 4

SPECIAL EVENTS PROJECT Y 2018 TASTER SESSION STUDIO 2 I SAT 27 JAN I 13.00 – 16.30 I 16+ I FREE

The annual Project Y tour showcases the extraordinary talent of some of the UK’s best young contemporary dancers aged 16 to 21 upon completion of the four-week intensive dance training programme: the Project Y Performance Course. Spend four weeks as a member of the 2018 Project Y Company and work with internationally-renowned choreographers to create new dance works before performing in venues across Scotland. Come along to our Project Y Taster Session on Saturday 27th January and find out how you can be part of this year’s dance company. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be confident. Be connected. Be the best you can be. Be part of Project Y 2018. For more information and to book contact Louise Marshall, Eden Court CREATIVE Dance Artist, lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

SPRING INTO EDEN ONE TOUCH THEATRE I SAT 24 MAR 19.00 I SUN 25 MAR 14.00 ALL AGES I £8/REDUCED RATE £5

Sure to be the biggest and brightest year yet, Spring into Eden returns for an extra special decennial celebration. Come see our participants bop, boogie, shimmy, and shake in the OneTouch Theatre. You might be inspried to join one of our classes yourself; next year it could be you on stage! Suitable for all the family. Supported by

98 EDEN COURT COMMUNITY DANCE COMPANY

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STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 11.30 I ALL AGES I £4 PER PERSON SAT 13 JAN I SAT 27 JAN I SAT 10 FEB I SAT 24 FEB I SAT 10 MAR

You can bring your granny and your mammy to this fun and lively class, where family and friends of all ages come to dance together. Come as a pair, a group, or a gaggle, all are welcome! As well as the usual fun, games and boogie, the Community Dance Company will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (see above).

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MACLEAN ROOM I 14.00 – 16.00 ALL AGES (UNDER 12S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT) SUN 07 JAN I SUN 04 FEB I SUN 04 MAR £12 I THREE SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5 (UNDER 5S GO FREE)

This family-friendly hand drumming class, led by tutor Carol Scorer is meant for all ages and abilities - whether you have experience or have never touched a drum before. These facilitated sessions will explore community music making, through hand drums and percussion and expressive rhythm. The first hour will be fun and freestyle for all ages; the second hour will be more structured and include complex rhythmns. Drums and percussion will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own. Contact cocarol@talktalk.net for more info. page 5

SPECIAL EVENTS COAL TASTER SESSION JIM LOVE STUDIO I FRI 16 FEB I 18.00 – 21.00 I 16+ I FREE I LIMITED PLACES

Created to mark the 30th anniversary of the end of the 1984/85 British Miners’ strike, award-winning choreographer Gary Clarke proudly presents COAL, a powerful and emotional dance theatre show about life at the coal face. We’re looking for four female singers to be part of the chorus ahead of the performance in the OneTouch Theatre on FRI 09 and SAT 20 MAR. To register your interest, contact Louise Marshall at lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

SQA HIGHER DRAMA SHOWCASE ONE TOUCH THEATRE I FRI 06 APR I 19.00 I ALL AGES £4/REDUCED RATE £3

Eden Court offers a number of SQA qualifications giving students access to our state-of-the-art studios and theatres. In this annual showcase, our talented Higher Drama students from throughout the Highlands will perform extracts from their Higher acting examinations. The challenging scenes are carefully selected from a range of classical and contemporary theatre that allows the students to demonstrate their versatility.

SQA HIGHER DANCE SHOW JIM LOVE STUDIO I SAT 05 MAY I 19.30 I £4/REDUCED RATE £3

An opportunity to see this year’s talent from the students of the SQA Higher Dance course 2017/18. Students will perform technique and choreography. Potential students of the future shouldn't miss it.

INTERESTED IN STUDYING HIGHER DRAMA, NATIONAL 5 DRAMA OR HIGHER DANCE AT EDEN COURT? SEE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR COURSES ON PAGE 16

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THEATRE ARTS SUMMER CAMP 2018 EDEN COURT THEATRE I MON 16 – FRI 20 JUL I MON 23 – FRI 27 JUL I 09.30 – 16.30 I 5-12yrs

Introducing our Theatre Arts Summer Camp 2018: two juicy weeks jam-packed with all sorts of theatre arts fun. Choose your own adventure from our pick ‘n’ mix list of activities: drama, dance, film-makin’, prop-creatin’, back-stagin – there’s something for everyone! Week 1 will be all about trying what you like, before working towards a performance in the OneTouch Theatre in Week 2. Come along to both weeks or just one – it’s up to you!

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EARLY BIRD OFFER! Until 01 MAY 2018 ONE WEEK: £120 TWO WEEKS: £200

ONETOUCH THEATRE I MON 09 APR – THU 12 APR I 18.30 I GUIDANCE AGE 13 YRS+ £7 PER EVENING OR £40 FESTIVAL TICKET FOR 4 DAYS (INCLUDES WORKSHOP PASS) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES The 9 youth theatres from across the North of Scotland taking part are: Connections is the National Theatre’s nationwide youth theatre Aberdeen Academy of festival. Each year it offers a unique opportunity for youth theatres Performing Arts College and school theatre groups to stage new plays written for young Eden Court Young Company people by some of theatre’s most exciting playwrights, and to Invergordon Academy Youth Theatre perform in leading theatres across the UK. Lochaber Youth Theatre From Monday 9th to Thursday 12th April, Eden Court will welcome Millburn Academy Drama Club 10 Scottish youth theatres and young participants through its doors as part of the National festival. Over four days they will attend Sgioba Dràma Òigridh Inbhir Nis Shazam Theatre Company workshops across all art forms and deliver public performances Shetland Youth Theatre from the diverse programme of new writing. Thurso High School

SGIOBA DRÀMA ÒIGRIDH INBHIR NIS & EDEN COURT YOUNG COMPANY HOME SHOW PERFORMANCE ONETOUCH THEATRE I MON 12 MAR I 19.00 I £6

A glorious union of Youth Theatre on the OneTouch Stage as part of the National Theatre Connections Festival 2018. Sgioba Dràma Òigridh Inbhir Nis offer their version of Chino Odimba’s The Sweet of the Sting : a fantastical story inspired by West African storytelling that explores what it means to be disconnected from nature and your own identity. After the interval, Eden Court Young Company will bring the evening to a close with their performance of The Changing Room by Chris Bush: a lyrical piece about existing on the cusp of growing up.

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Classes for under 5s DRAMA

MUSIC & DANCE 12 I LET’S BOOGIE

101 I LET’S PRETEND

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STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 10.45 I 1-3 YRS

STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 11.45 I SITTING TO STANDING TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR

FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR

£44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

This terrific class offers parents and carers a chance to dance with their toddlers, having fun as the wee ones build their creative movement and coordination skills. Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

This marvellous class for children aged 1 - 3 years aims to let little ones explore their imaginations through drama. With a different theme each week, this is a great introduction into the world of theatre; acting up is encouraged! Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

13 I BUNNY BEATS

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30 – 14.15 I 3-5 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR

02 I DRAMA FUN

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 14.15 I 3-5 YRS WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

An exciting drama group for children aged 3 – 5 years explores a different theme or story each week. Parents are encouraged to leave their little ones for the class - a great chance to have a quiet coffee downstairs.

£44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

If your wee ones like to dance, wriggle or jiggle about then bring them along to this fun class to learn the basics of dance such as rhythm and coordination. Parents are encouraged to leave the little ones for the class - a great chance to have a quiet coffee downstairs.

45 I TINY TUNES

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.00 – 11.45 I 1-4 YRS THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

This fun-filled class with tutor Monica Neeling uses singing, rhymes, movement, percussion playing and musical games to help your child grow in musical ability, confidence and creativity. Parents required to stay (and join in the fun!) page 8

Classes for under 5s CREATIVE PLAY 23 I BOUNCIN’ BEANS

44 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 1 NEW TIME

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STUDIO 2 I 10.00 – 11.00 I BIRTH TO SITTING WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

We introduce new babies and parents to all sorts of creative play at this popular class that includes a bit of everything: music, object play, movement, and rhymes. Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

24 I BIGGER BEANS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.20 – 12.30

NEW TIME

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STUDIO 2 I 11.15 – 12.00 I CRAWLING TO STANDING WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

10 WKS – AROUND 6 MTHS FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR There will be no class on FRI 09 MAR. £60 I TEN WEEK TERM

Birthlight Baby Yoga classes enhance playful interaction and communication between parent and baby and promote babies' healthy development. Baby Yoga expands the benefits of touch by using fun movements, sound/voice and rhythms interactively. The classes promote joint parent and baby relaxation using different techniques including music and awareness of breathing. Simple post-natal yoga is included so please wear something comfortable. These are lovely sociable classes with time built in for chat about all things baby. Each individual baby must be accompanied by an adult. This class welcomes mums, dads and other carers.

As 23 – BOUNCIN’ BEANS above, but for older ones.

76 I PARENT & BABY YOGA 2 25 I GIANT BEANS

NEW TIME

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STUDIO 2 I 12.15 – 13.15 18 MTHS (IF WALKING) – 3 YRS WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

For children who have enjoyed Bouncin' and Bigger Beans - this class is for children aged 18 months to 3 years who are now walking. Classes include a mix of music, object play, movement and rhymes. Parents are required to stay (and join in the fun!)

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.00 – 11.10 AROUND 6 MTHS – 11 MTHS FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR There will be no class on FRI 09 MAR.

£60 I TEN WEEK TERM

As 44 – PARENT & BABY YOGA 1 above, but a more active, lively class for older babies who can sit securely. This block will include more active yoga play for parents and babies, so please wear something comfortable. Each individual baby must be accompanied by an adult. This class welcomes mums, dads and other carers. Please note: there is no requirement to have attended PARENT & BABY YOGA 1.

Parent & Baby Yoga tutor, Hazel Marr, will contact all new class participants before the term starts for an informal introduction and check on any relevant health matters.

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Classes for 5-12s

DRAMA 14 I DRAMA FOR 5-8 YRS

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36 I DANCE JAM FOR 5-8 YRS

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Children can build confidence and make new friends in this exciting drama class using play, drama games, creative activities and theatre- related exercises.

The perfect way to introduce kids to the exciting world of creative movement and dance and learn the basics of modern dance technique! The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

16 I DRAMA FOR 9-12 YRS

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37 I DANCE JAM FOR 9-12 YRS

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 17.00 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Have fun in this exciting drama class exploring text, voice, character and movement through theatre games and exercises. The class will work towards an informal showcase performance at the end of the year and will help develop your performance skills.

26 I MUSICAL THEATRE FOR 9-16 YRS

STUDIO 2 I 16.45 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

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Keep jammin’ with our 9 –12 yrs dance class which combines a mixture of dance styles, from hip-hop to contemporary, and introduces basic technique and encourages dancers to get creative! The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 16.00 – 17.30 I 9-16 YRS WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Master the skills of musical theatre and get hints and tips on how to be a star! Wear loose comfortable clothing and have bare feet or wear jazz shoes. For any level of experience.

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95 I COMMERCIAL DANCE FOR 5-8 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 16.45 I 5-8 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Join our new tutor, Brogan Reilly, for this energetic class. You’ll learn all the latest moves and a range of street dance styles. Wear loose clothes and indoor trainers or jazz shoes. No experience required. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

Classes for 5-12s Our classes for 5-12s are suitable for children currently attending primary school.

DANCE

DIGITAL MEDIA

15 I COMMERCIAL DANCE FOR 9-12 YRS

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27 I FILMMAKING FOR 9-12 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 17.00 – 18.00 I 9-12 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00 – 17.30 I 9-12 YRS WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £88 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

ACCESSIBLE ARTS 05 I HULLABALOO

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STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 17.00 I 5-12 YRS MON 05 FEB I MON 05 MAR I MON 26 MAR £12 I THREE SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

Hullabaloo is a creative arts group for children with additional support needs. The group aims to encourage imagination and confidence through the use of games and creative play, and helps children to develop their social skills in a safe and supportive environment.

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

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50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED

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The theme for this term is: TIME TRAVELLERS

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Classes at a glance

weekly classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

MONDAYS 01 56 28 47 48 51 04 29 06 07 09

Integrated Performance Group Let’s Paint with Acrylics Filmmaking for 13-17yrs CLASS ONE LAMDA: Entry Level/Grade 1+2 LAMDA: Grade 3 LAMDA: Grade 4 Just Dance! Filmmaking for 13-17yrs CLASS TWO Just Sing! Contemporary Dance Dance Performance Group

10.30-12.30 13.30-15.30 16.30 -18.15 16.30-17.30 16.30-17.30 17.30-18.30 17.45-18.45 18.30-20.15 19.00-20.30 19.00-20.30 20.30-21.30

Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Digital Room Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Digital Room Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Studio 2

16+ 16+ 13-17yrs Suggested age 8-15yrs Suggested age 13-15yrs Suggested age 16+ 16+ 13-17yrs 18+ 16+ 16+

17/21 20 15 16 16 16 17 15 19 17 17

TUESDAYS 12 66 13 08 14 95 16 15 18 17 21 22 54

Let’s Boogie Creative Arts Transitions (C.A.T.) Bunny Beats I❤DANCE Drama for 5-8yrs Commercial Dance for 5-8yrs Drama for 9-12yrs Commercial Dance for 9-12yrs Eden Court Youth Theatre Commercial Dance for 13-17yrs Drama Lab Adobe Photoshop Yoga

11.00 – 11.45 11.15-12.15 13.30-14.15 13.30-14.30 16.00-16.45 16.00-16.45 16.45-18.00 17.00-18.00 18.00-19.30 18.00-19.30 19.30-21.30 19.30-21.30 19.30-21.00

Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2

Sitting to standing 15yrs+ 3-5yrs 15yrs+ 5-8yrs 5-8yrs 9-12yrs 9-12yrs 13-17yrs 13-17yrs 18yrs+ 16yrs+ 18yrs+

8 15/21 8 18 10 10 10 11 14 14 17 19 20

WEDNESDAYS 23 Bouncin’ Beans 58 Let’s Draw and Paint with Mixed Media 24 Bigger Beans 25 Giant Beans 02 Drama Fun 55 Let’s Draw 26 Musical Theatre for 9-16yrs 27 Filmmaking for 9-12yrs 67 LAMDA: Grade 5 70 LAMDA: Musical Theatre Grade 4-Elite 30 Filmmaking for 13-17yrs CLASS THREE 31 Tap Dance 65 LAMDA: Elite 1 34 Singing for the Shy 68 LAMDA: Elite 2 35 Jazz Dance

10.00-11.00 10.30-12.30 11.15-12.00 12.15-13.15 13.30-14:15 13.30-15.30 16.00-17.30 16.00-17.30 17.30-18.30 17.30-19.00 17.45-19.45 18.30-20.00 19.00-20.00 19.30-20.30 20.00-21.30 20.00-21.30

Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Studio 2 Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio The Chapel Jim Love Studio Studio 2

Birth to Sitting 16yrs+ Sitting to Standing 18months (if walking) – 3yrs 3-5yrs 16yrs+ 9-16yrs 9-12yrs Suggested age 16+ Suggested Age 13+ 13-17yrs 16yrs+ Suggested Age 16+ 18yrs+ Suggested age16+ 16yrs+

9 20 9 9 8 20 10 11 16 16 15 18 16 19 16 18

THURSDAYS 52 45 49 36 69 37 91 40 39 41

10.30-12.00 11.00 -11.45 13.00-16.00 16.00-16.45 16.30-18.00 16.45-18.00 18.00-19.30 18.00-21.00 18.30-20.30 19.30-21.30

Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Digital Room Studio 2 Jim Love Studio Studio 2 Studio 2 Digital Room SGL Room Jim Love Studio

Adults 1-4yrs 18yrs+ 5-8yrs Suggested Age 8+ 9-12yrs 14yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 13-17yrs

18 8 19 10 16 10 14/18 19 19 14

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Gracenotes Dance Performance Group Tiny Tunes Daytime Filmmaking for Adults Dance Jam for 5-8yrs LAMDA: Musical Theatre Grade 1-3 Dance Jam for 9-12yrs Modern Ballet Filmmaking for Adults Creative Writing Eden Court Youth Dance Group

weekly classes Class No.

Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

FRIDAYS 76

Parent & Baby Yoga 2

10.00-11.10

Jim Love Studio

6mths-11mths

101

Let’s Pretend

10.00-10.45

Studio 2

1-3yrs

Advanced Dance Class

11.00-12.30

Studio 2

18yrs+

Draw The Dancers

11.00-12.30

Studio 2

18yrs+

Parent & Baby Yoga 1

11.20-12.30

Jim Love Studio

10wks-6mths

Digital Animation: Beginners

16.00-18.00

Digital Room

8yrs+

Digital Animation: Improvers/Advanced

18.00-20.00

Digital Room

8yrs+

Youth Jazz Dance

18.30-20.00

Studio 2

16yrs+

18.00-20.00

Studio 2

13yrs+

SATURDAYS/SUNDAYS 57 Capoeira

other classes Class No. Title

Place

Age

Page

Eden Court Community Sat 13 Jan I Sat 27 Jan I Sat 10 Feb I Sat 24 Feb I Sat 10 Mar I 10.00-11.30 Dance Company

Time

Studio 2

All Ages

DrumJam

Sun 07 Jan I Sun 04 Feb I Sun 04 Mar I 14.00-16.00

Maclean Room All Ages

Hullabaloo

Mon 05 Feb I Mon 05 Mar I Mon 26 Mar I 16.00-17.00

Studio 2

5-12yrs

In Stitches

Every even Tues I 18.00

Café

18yrs+

100

Poetry For Everyone

Mon 08 Jan I Mon 05 Feb I Mon 05 Mar I Mon 02 Apr I 19.00-20.30

SGL Room

18yrs+

Highland Web Group

Tue 16 Jan I Tue 20 Feb I Tue 20 Mar I Tue 17 Apr I 19.00-21.00

The Chapel

All Ages

Book Group

Thu 01 Feb I Thu 22 Feb I Thu 29 Mar I Thu 26 Apr I 19.30-21.00

The Chapel

16yrs+

Playwriting

Wed 17 Jan I Wed 31 Jan I Wed 14 Feb I Wed 28 Feb I 18.00-22.00 Wed 14 Mar I Wed 28 Mar

The Chapel

18yrs+

special events Title

Time

Place

Age

Page

Highland Schools Hoolie

Thu 25 Jan I 11.00 – 12.30

Northern Meeting Park

11-17yrs

Wee Burns Ceilidh

Sat 27 Jan I 11.00 I 14.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

Project 2018 Taster Session

Sat 27 Jan I 13.00–16.30

Studio 2

16yrs+

Big Burns Ravin’ Ceilidh

Sat 27 Jan I 20.30 – 00.30

OneTouch Theatre

18yrs+

Coal Taster Session

Fri 16 Feb I 18.00 – 21.00

Jim Love Studio

16yrs+

Sgioba Dràma Òigridh Inbhir Nis & Eden Court Young Company Home Performance

Mon 12 Mar I 19.00 – 21.30

OneTouch Theatre

13yrs+

Spring into Eden

Sat 24 Mar I 19.00 Sun 25 Mar I 14.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

SQA Higher Drama Showcase

Fri 06 Apr I 19.00

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

National Theatre Connections 2018

Mon 09 – Thu 12 Apr I 18.30

OneTouch Theatre

13yrs+

SQA Higher Dance Show

Sat 05 May I 19.30

OneTouch Theatre

All Ages

Theatre Arts Summer Camp 2018

Mon 16 Jul – Fri 20 Jul Mon 23 Jul – Fri 27 Jul I 09.30 – 16.30

Eden Court

5-12yrs

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Please note some of our Adult Classes (pages 17 - 20) are also open to 16 & 17 year olds.

Classes for 13-17s

DRAMA

41 I EDEN COURT YOUTH DANCE GROUP

18 I EDEN COURT YOUTH THEATRE

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13-17 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £66 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Come and learn drama skills including movement, mime, improvisation and script work. Eden Court Youth Theatre receive opportunities to perform throughout the year; so if you want to getinto acting, this is the place to be! No previous experience necessary.

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A high energy class incorporating contemporary and jazz dance technique, devising and choreography. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

32 I YOUTH JAZZ DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30 – 20.00 I 13 –17 YRS FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR £66 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS + THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £77 (18+) I £66 (14-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (14-17 YRS)

An open level class for those with some ballet experience and reasonable fitness. The class focuses on developing technique, dance quality and expression. Ballet shoes or socks required. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.30 – 21.30 I 13-17 YRS THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £66 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Learn the latest sassy moves in this high energy dance class. Open to all levels but a good level of fitness is required. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

DANCE 91 I MODERN BALLET

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17 I COMMERCIAL DANCE FOR 13-17 YRS

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 13 –17 YRS TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £55 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Classes for 13-17s ACCESSIBLE ARTS 66 I CREATIVE ARTS TRANSITIONS (C.A.T.)

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.15 – 12.15 I 15 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR There will be no class on TUE 20 FEB.

£40 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

This fabulous group is aimed at senior school aged students with additional support needs. The weekly classes are programmed during the school day so that students can be accompanied by familiar support staff, who will join them in the activities. Each week will be dedicated to a different style of creative workshop, lead by tutor Hayley Savage: - Team Building and Socialising Through Games - Drama Skills - Movement and Dance - Arts and Crafts In addition to the weekly sessions, the C.A.T. group will also have the opportunity to access special C.A.T. cinema screenings of the latest films, programmed once a term.

DIGITAL MEDIA 28 I 29 I 30 FILMMAKING FOR 13-17 YRS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 13-17 YRS CLASS 1 16.30 – 18.15 I MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR I £96.25 CLASS 2 18.30 – 20.15 I MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR I £96.25 CLASS 3 17.45 – 19.45 I WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR I £110 ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Try film-making, stop-frame animation, vision mixing and video projection, or turn your ideas into a music video or short film using professional cameras and editing using Final Cut Pro on Apple Macs. You’ll also have a chance to see your finished work in a special screening at Eden Court’s cinema at the end of the term. No experience necessary! This term we will be offering three filmmaking classes for 13-17 yrs. please state whether you wish to book onto class 1, 2 or 3 when reserving with our box office.

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 16.00 – 18.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR £143 (18+)/£121 (13-17 YRS)/£99 (8-12 YRS) ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Create your own characters, scenes and storylines at these popular classes. We’ll learn how to create 3D environments and bring them to life, just like the magicians who brought you Finding Nemo and Toy Story ! No experience necessary, just bring ideas! Book early – extremely limited places.

50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED

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DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00 – 20.00 I 8 YRS+ FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR £143 (18+) / £121 (13-17 YRS)/£99 (8-12 YRS) ELEVEN WEEK TERM

This class is open only to those who have already attended the Digital Animation for Beginners course run by Eden Court. Book early – extremely limited places.

DIGITAL ANIMATION CLASSES If you are able to bring your own laptop, please inform Box Office when booking. Our tutor will upload the correct software to your machine. Please contact Fraser MacDonald on jfraserm@yahoo.com if you have any questions about system requirements.

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QUALIFICATIONS AT EDEN COURT ARTS AWARDS If you’re attending one of our classes, you can also access an Arts Award qualification - www.artsaward.org.uk/qualification. Email creative@eden-court.co.uk for more information.

SQA COURSES Eden Court, in partnership with Highland Council, continues to offer young people from throughout the Highlands the opportunity to study for SQA qualifications in Drama and Dance. We are now taking applications for the 2018/19 academic year for: • National 5 Drama • Higher Drama • Higher Dance

The courses require significant independent study and are taught at Eden Court outwith school hours, at weekends, in-service days and throughout the school holidays. Assistance with travel and accommodation expenses is available for those students travelling from outside Inverness to attend the course.

The application deadline is MONDAY 12 MARCH; auditions will take place in April & May at Eden Court. There may be places remaining after the first round of auditions so, if you miss this deadline and are interested, it is still worth getting in touch with us. We can also accept applications from mature students and students who are studying outside of the Highland area, although there will be a course fee for these applicants. Contact Teya-Jean Bawden, CREATIVE Assistant at tjbawden@eden-court.co.uk for an application pack

LAMDA ONLY OPEN TO EXISTING STUDENTS THIS TERM The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is one of the oldest drama schools in the UK and former LAMDA students occupy the worlds of theatre, film and TV right across the globe. The examinations themselves offer candidates the chance to meet and make contact with expert examiners, build self-confidence and self-esteem and acquire certification for career development.

THE LAMDA YEAR EXPLAINED Term 1: Aug –Nov 2017 Course Content: Introduction to LAMDA, Drama/Musical Theatre skills and Exam preparation. Term 2: Jan – Mar 2018 Course Content: Performance skills and continuation of Exam preparation. Term 3: Apr – Jun 2018 Term 3 is performance time! It’s a chance to put-new found drama skills to the test by working on a performance for family and friends at Eden Court. Your LAMDA year comes to an end with a presentation of your exam certificate.

AGE 8-12 YRS 13-17 YRS 18 YRS+

TERM PRICE (11 WEEKS) £55 £66 £77

LAMDA classes are open to new students at the start of Term 1 (Aug 2018) – all new students must attend a free introductory session to assess grading. for more information please email creative@eden-court.co.uk

DRAMA CLASS

TITLE

DATES

TIME

VENUE

ENTRY LEVEL / GRADE 1 + 2 (Suggested age: 8-15yrs)

MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR

16.30 – 17.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

GRADE 3 (Suggested age: 13-15yrs)

MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR

16.30 – 17.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

GRADE 4 (Suggested age: 16+)

MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR

17.30 – 18.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

GRADE 5 (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR

17.30 – 18.30

STUDIO 2

ELITE 1 (GRADES 6-8) * (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR

19.00 – 20.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO

ELITE 2 (GRADES 6-8) * (Suggested age: 16+)

WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR

20.00 – 21.30

JIM LOVE STUDIO

MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS

TITLE

DATES

TIME

VENUE

MUSICAL THEATRE – GRADE 1-3 (Suggested age: 8 yrs+)

THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR

16.30 – 18.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO *

MUSICAL THEATRE – GRADE 4-ELITE (Suggested age: 13 yrs+) THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR

17.30 – 19.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO *

Please note: you attend the class that is right for your level, regardless of the suggested age range and the price of your course depends on your age.

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Classes for Adults

DRAMA block booking

01 I INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE GROUP

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.30 – 12.30 I 16 YRS+ MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

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£77 (18+)/£66 (16-17 YRS) ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

A physical class incorporating the fundamentals of modern dance to develop techniques and expression. Open level but a reasonable level of fitness is required. Includes jumps and floorwork.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.30 – 21.30 I 18 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £77 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

09 I DANCE PERFORMANCE GROUP

A fun and informal class for anyone interested in acting led by Eden Court CREATIVE’s Drama Artist, Amy Watt. You’ll experiment with characters, scripts and drama techniques. No previous experience is necessary.

DANCE 04 I JUST DANCE!

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STUDIO 2 I 19.00 – 20.30 I 16 YRS + MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR

These classes are open to young people and adults both with and without additional needs, who would like to explore a range of theatre arts: dance, drama, improvisation and performance.

21 I DRAMA LAB

07 I CONTEMPORARY DANCE

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STUDIO 2 I 17.45 – 18.45 I 16 YRS+ MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR £77 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

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STUDIO 2 I 20.30 – 21.30 I 16 YRS + MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR £77 (18+)/£66 (16-17 YRS) ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

This class focuses on devising, choreography and performance skills. Open level but participants will gain most benefit if they attend the earlier Contemporary Dance class. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March. For more information contact our Dance Artist Louise at lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk.

A fun and funky class incorporating dance styles such as jazz and contemporary to learn basic technique. A good place to start for beginners; a great after work work-out or a fun warm-up to our contemporary dance class.

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Classes for Adults DANCE 08 I I ❤ DANCE

43 I ADVANCED DANCE CLASS NEW CLASS

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 14.30 I 15 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR

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STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 12.30 I 18 YRS+ FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR £77 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

A challenging and in-depth technique class for professionals or dancers with considerable dance experience and ability. Led by a variety of tutors.

Please note: there will be no class on TUE 20 FEB. £40 I TEN WEEK TERM

Introducing a new inclusive class for people with and without additional support needs. This class will include warm-up sequences, expressive movement. Choreography and relaxation. A reasonable level of mobility is required.

52 I GRACENOTES DANCE PERFORMANCE GROUP

31 I TAP DANCE

STUDIO 2 I 10.30 – 12.00 THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £77 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

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STUDIO 2 I 18.30 – 20.00 I 16 YRS+

Find your rhythm with this open level tap class, learning shuffles, riffs and stomps. Beginners can wear hard-soled shoes. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

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STUDIO 2 I 20.00 – 21.30 I 16 YRS+

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STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 19.30 I 14 YRS+ THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £77 (18+) /£66 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 19.00 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+

Sultry and sassy, hip and funky, this is an open level class but bring lots of energy and personality. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Includes jumps and floorwork. The group will be performing as part of Spring into Eden (p5) in March.

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MUSIC 06 I JUST SING!

WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £77 (18+) /£66 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

91 I MODERN BALLET

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A group for more mature, but still active, dancers who are interested in developing choreography and performance skills at an in-depth level. The aim of the group is to promote the ability of older dancers. A reasonable level of fitness is required. If you have any queries please contact Louise Marshall, CREATIVE Dance Artist on lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR £77 (18+)/£66 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM CLASS PRICE: £8 (18+)/£7 (16-17 YRS)

35 I JAZZ DANCE

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MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR £77 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

Join this fun and relaxed mixed voice singing group where you’ll work on a varied repertoire of songs and explore some vocal technique. The classes will cover a variety of styles (including rock, pop, gospel, world and folk) and guarantees to leave you feeling energised. Ideally suited to those with some previous singing experience and have an interest in harmony singing. No music literacy skills required. Registration for Just Sing will be held in the Stalls Foyer, first floor, before the first session on MON 15 JAN.

Classes for Adults MUSIC

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40 I FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS

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DIGITAL ROOM I 18.00 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £132.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

34 I SINGING FOR THE SHY CHAPEL I 19.30 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ WED 17 JAN – WED 21 MAR

Please note: the class on WED 17 JAN will take place in the SGL Room.

As 49 – DAYTIME FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS, but at a later time.

£70.00 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8.00

Still keeping your vocal talents hidden behind the shower curtain? Now’s your chance to shine! This relaxed and supportive class uses some of your favourite pop, rock and gospel numbers to develop your confidence and enjoyment of singing with a group. No experience or music literacy skills required; the class welcomes both male and female voices and all levels of singing abilities.

DIGITAL MEDIA 22 I ADOBE PHOTOSHOP DIGITAL ROOM I 18.30 – 20.30 I 16 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £143.00 (18+) / £121.00 (16-17 YRS) ELEVEN WEEK TERM

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See entry 46 on p15 for full details.

50 I DIGITAL ANIMATION IMPROVERS/ADVANCED

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See entry 50 on p15 for full details .

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39 I CREATIVE WRITING SGL ROOM I 18.30 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £77.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Explore the mysteries of Adobe Photoshop and learn how to edit and enhance images to create new compositions. Participants are invited to bring their own laptop (with Adobe Photoshop software): those without will be able to use our computers using the free Photoshop alternative – GIMP.

49 I DAYTIME FILMMAKING FOR ADULTS

46 I DIGITAL ANIMATION BEGINNERS

Build confidence and writing skills in a friendly, supportive environment with experienced tutor, poet and playwright Peter Whiteley. Bring a notepad and pen, and enjoy a relaxing, informative evening. For people of all abilities.

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DIGITAL ROOM I 13.00-16.00 I 18+ YRS THU 18 JAN – THU 29 MAR £132.00 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Try filmmaking, stop-frame animation, vision mixing and video projection and turn your ideas into a music video or short film using professional cameras and editing using Final Cut Pro on Apple Macs. You’ll also have the chance to see your finished work in a special screening at Eden Court’s cinema at the end of the term. No experience necessary!

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Classes for Adults

RELAX 56 I LET’S PAINT WITH ACRYLICS

58 I LET’S DRAW AND PAINT WITH MIXED MEDIA NEW TIME

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STUDIO 2 I 13.30 – 15.30 I 16 YRS+ MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR £77 (18+)/£66 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Ideal for complete beginners or those with a little experience, we will explore a variety of techniques achievable with this versatile painting medium with art tutor Deirdre McCrimmon. You will have the opportunity to explore colour, tone, form and texture using a quirky mix of subject matter. Materials are provided for the first class and your tutor will talk you through the materials required to complete the course.

54 I YOGA

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STUDIO 2 I 19.30 – 21.00 I 18 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR £77 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £8

Coming from an Iyengar yoga background, Hazel Marr promotes a balance in her teaching between strength and flexibility and developing self-awareness through aligned movement, posture and breath. By emphasising proper form and alignment, yoga can help reverse the effects of gravity while relieving the tensions of everyday life. Open to all levels; wear loose, comfortable clothing.

NEW TIME

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.30 – 12.30 I 16 YRS+ WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR Please note: the class on WED 21 FEB will take place in the Maclean Room. £77 (18+) /£66 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

Ideal for beginners or those with a little drawing experience. An opportunity to explore techniques using pencil, pen and ink, charcoal and pastel with tutor Deirdre McCrimmon. We will use the landscape, portrait and still-life as subject matter to explore line, tone, form and colour. Materials are provided for the first class and your tutor will talk you through the materials required to complete the course..

55 I LET’S DRAW

NEW TIME

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 15.30 I 16 YRS+ WED 17 JAN – WED 28 MAR Please note: the class on WED 21 FEB will take place in the Maclean Room. £77 (18+)/£66 (16-17 YRS) I ELEVEN WEEK TERM

42 I DRAW THE DANCERS

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STUDIO 2 I 11.00 – 12.30 I 18 YRS+ FRI 19 JAN – FRI 30 MAR I CLASS PRICE: £3

Calling all artists! Come along for a chance to draw dancers in motion as they participate in our Advanced Dance Class (see p18). Bring your own materials and equipment for this untutored class. page 20

Accessible Arts

Arts Activities for People with Additional Support Needs, One-to-One Sessions and Referral Opportunities Eden Court employs two Accessible Arts Workers whose role is to develop and deliver bespoke creative arts opportunities for children, young people and adults with a range of additional support needs, both at Eden Court and throughout the Highland Region. We can work with people of all abilities across all sectors, so please get in touch if you would like to set up a one-to-one, organise a referral, bring a group to one of our great classes or just discuss how we can work with you. To discuss how our Accessible Arts Workers can support you please contact: Hayley Savage (Children/Schools): hsavage@eden-court.co.uk Ruby Worth (Adults/Community): rworth@eden-court.co.uk

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01 I INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE GROUP

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66 I CREATIVE ARTS TRANSITIONS (C.A.T.)

JIM LOVE STUDIO I 10.30 – 12.30 I 16 YRS+ MON 15 JAN – MON 26 MAR £44 I ELEVEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

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Please note that there will be no class on TUE 20 FEB.

£40 I TEN WEEK TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

STUDIO 2 I 16.00 – 17.00 I 5-12 YRS MON 05 FEB I MON 05 MAR I MON 26 MAR £12 I THREE SESSION TERM I CLASS PRICE: £5

08 I I ❤ DANCE

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 11.15 – 12.15 I 15 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR

These classes are open to young people and adults both with and without additional needs, who would like to explore a range of theatre arts: dance, drama, improvisation and performance.

05 I HULLABALOO

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Team Building and Socialising Through Games Drama Skills Movement and Dance Arts and Crafts

In addition to the weekly sessions, the C.A.T. group will also have the opportunity to access special C.A.T. cinema screenings of the latest films, programmed once a term.

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JIM LOVE STUDIO I 13.30 – 14.30 I 15 YRS+

DANCE AND MOVEMENT SESSIONS

TUE 16 JAN – TUE 27 MAR

Eden Court offers Dance and Movement sessions for individuals and groups in a safe and supportive environment. Our resident Dance and Movement Therapist, Ruby Worth, works with a wide variety of clients including children and adults with learning disabilities. For more information please email Ruby Worth at rworth@eden-court.co.uk

Please note: there will be no class on TUE 20 FEB. £40 I TEN WEEK TERM

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Free Classes 61 I IN STITCHES

33 I PLAYWRITING

CAFÉ I 18.00 – LATER I 18 YRS+ TUE 16 JAN – TUE 10 APR I FREE

CHAPEL I 18.00 – 22.00 I 18 YRS+ I FREE WRITING SESSIONS WED 17 JAN I WED 14 FEB I WED 14 FEB SCRATCH NIGHTS WED 31 JAN I WED 28 FEB I WED 28 MAR

INStitches meets every even Tuesday in the cafe to craft away whilst drinking tea and eating cake. We occasionally have a wool and pattern swap or go see a film. Everybody is welcome – knitters, hookers, tatters, cross-stitchers and the like, especially beginners.

100 I POETRY FOR EVERYONE SGL ROOM I 19.00 – 20.30 I 18 YRS+ MON 08 JAN I MON 05 FEB I MON 05 MAR I MON 02 APR FREE

A group for people who enjoy poetry and would like to discover more poems through the choices of other members. Each month we will have a theme and each person will bring along two poems of their choice. These can be any poems relating to the topic, they might be personal favourites, sourced from the internet, found in a poetry book –simply poems that members would like to share. Or, if you prefer, just come along to listen. Upcoming themes are: 08 JAN – Home 05 FEB – Art 05 MAR – Change 02 APR – Trees & Plants

Please note: the sessions on WED 17 JAN and WED 28 FEB will take place in the Bishops Palace Breakout Room.

This exciting and innovative playwriting group is self-run fortnightly. Members will undertake stimulating writing exercises, gain feedback from each other on their scripts, work-in-progress and ideas, and draw on the expertise of occasional established stage, screen and radio practitioners. There is a monthly Scratch night where work is read by actors to an invited audience. For more information, or if you’re new to the group and wish to enrol, please contact Phil Baarda on 07483 251 514 or philbaarda@hotmail.com

57 I CAPOEIRA STUDIO 2 I 18.00 – 20.00 I 13 YRS+ SAT 06 JAN I SUN 14 JAN I SUN 21 JAN I SAT 27 JAN SUN 04 FEB I SUN 11 FEB I SAT 17 FEB I SUN 25 FEB SUN 4 MAR I SAT 10 MAR I SUN 18 MAR I SUN 25 MAR SAT 31 MAR I SUN 01 APR I SUN 15 APR I SAT 21 APR SUN 29 APR

60 I BOOK GROUP

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CHAPEL I 19.30 – 21.00 I 16 YRS+ THU 01 FEB I THU 22 FEB I THU 29 MAR I THU 26 APR I FREE

An amazing Brazilian martial arts/dance form that combines music, flowing movements and song with highly stylized games. Physically demanding and incredibly fun. To enrol and check dates, contact tutor Fraser MacDonald on 07796 688 663 or email info@highlandcapoeira.co.uk.

Eden Court Book Group meets monthly - just turn up for 7.30pm. Upcoming books are: 01 FEB: The Underground Railway by Colson Whitehead 22 FEB: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce 29 MAR: The Book of Evidence by John Banville 26 APR: The Good People by Hannah Kent

64 I HIGHLAND WEB GROUP CHAPEL I 19.00 – 21.00 I ANY AGE TUE 16 JAN I TUE 20 FEB I TUE 20 MAR I TUE 17 APR FREE

The Highland Web Group meets on the third Tuesday of every month for an informal and friendly chat about all types of web-related stuff, with regular informative presentations on related subjects from members. All welcome, just come along! For more information check out www.highlandwebgroup.co.uk.

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tickets & info Our Box Office is located in the theatre foyer and is open MONDAY to SATURDAY from 10.00 and on SUNDAYS from 11.00. The Box Office closes 15 minutes after the beginning of each day’s final performance. You can book your tickets in person, by phone, or online at www.eden-court.co.uk To make it easier to book, we have given each class or event a number. Make sure you book the ticket you want for the class you want by giving our staff the number when booking.

Registration For the first week of the term, please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for the tutor to make a note of all the attendees’ names and contact details.

Friends discount If you become an Eden Court Friend then you’ll receive a discount off regular classes (£1 for adults and 50p for under 18s). For further information ask a member of the Box Office staff.

Student discount If you’re currently a student at university or college you’ll receive a £1 discount off all our adult classes. For further information ask a member of the Box Office staff.

Bursary Scheme We want to make it as easy as possible for you to get creative! Eden Court’s bursary scheme helps people on low incomes attend classes for half price (or try a one-off event for free). To qualify you must be in receipt of any of the following benefits: Job Seekers Allowance (income based), Income Support, Universal Credit, Disability Allowance, or Attendance Allowance. If your evidence is dated indefinitely or covers more than one term you will only need to apply once a year. Please contact Box Office on 01463 234 234 for a bursary form or download one from the BROCHURES section of our website. Please note that Bursary Applications must be received at least ONE WEEK BEFORE THE START OF TERM.

Important information for under 18s All under 18s attending classes will require a signed permission slip from a parent or guardian. Parents must attend the start of the first session in order to sign the form.

Reservations Reservations can be made in person or over the phone for any Eden Court class. Reserved spaces will be held for three working days, after which time they will be released for sale. Please note that we do NOT accept reservations for events less than seven working days away.

Refunds and exchanges If you try the first class of a course and find it unsuitable, please contact Box Office immediately. We will try to transfer you to a different class (subject to availability) or offer you a credit voucher for the remaining classes. Please note refunds are not given for missed classes and will only be issued if a class has been cancelled by Eden Court.

Changes & cancellations All details are correct at the time of going to print. Eden Court reserves the right to make changes to the advertised programme, but will endeavour to make as few as possible.

Term times Most classes run for one eleven week term from MON 15 JAN – FRI 30 MAR. Please make sure you read the class dates carefully as these may vary.

Drop in & block booking

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Many courses are designed to be attended as a block. With some you must sign up in week one, but with others you can start later. Just look for the ‘Block Booking’ logo and give box office a call for more information. You’ll save £1 on every class if you Block Book, AND guarantee your place on the course. Advance booking is essential for most classes and helps to avoid disappointment, as many courses fill up quickly. When you see the ‘Drop In’ logo you can pick and choose which classes you want to go to. You don’t have to commit to a term all at once – perfect if you just want to give something a try.

NB: Drop In classes can only be booked on the day, and are subject to availability. Remember to arrive in plenty of time as spaces fill up quickly.

Additional Support Needs Please note that parents/guardians must give details of any additional support/learning assistance your child may receive in school to the class tutor. Participants with additional support needs will need to attend classes with a support worker.

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In Your Area Interested in Theatre, Dance or Film? Want to find out whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on in your area? Then contact one of our team. Eden Court delivers workshops in theatre arts across the Highlands to people of all ages and abilities. So get in touch and get involved. Eden Court CREATIVE Workers In Your Area: Ross-Shire

Jonathan Davies

jdavies@eden-court.co.uk

Inverness West

Amanda Luscombe

aluscombe@eden-court.co.uk

Badenoch, Strathspey & Nairn

Lorraine Hemmings

lhemmings@eden-court.co.uk

Inverness East & Black Isle

Andrew Simpkins

asimpkins@eden-court.co.uk

Lochaber

Alan Gray

agray@eden-court.co.uk

Caithness & Sutherland

David Hunter

dhunter@eden-court.co.uk

Accessible Arts (Children/Schools)

Hayley Savage

hsavage@eden-court.co.uk

Accessible Arts (Adults/Community)

Ruby Worth

rworth@eden-court.co.uk

Dance Development

Laura Maclennan

lmaclennan@eden-court.co.uk

(Inverness & Inner Moray Firth)

Hollie Simpson

hsimpson@eden-court.co.uk

Gaelic (Highlands)

Roddy Nicolson

rnicolson@eden-court.co.uk

Eden Court CREATIVE Manager

Lucy McGlennon

lmcglennon@eden-court.co.ukk

Business & Engagement Officer

Nicola Gray

ngray@eden-court.co.uk

Dance Artist

Louise Marshall

lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

Drama Artist

Amy Watt

awatt@eden-court.co.uk

Digital Artist

Graeme Roger

groger@eden-court.co.uk

Digital Assistant

Mike Webster

mwebster@eden-court.co.uk

Eden Court CREATIVE Assistant

Teya-Jean Bawden

tjbawden@eden-court.co.uk

For general queries, or if you are unsure who to contact, please email: creative@eden-court.co.uk