Venue: Branfield Village Hall, Bury Lane, Bramfield, Nr Hertford.Date: Thursday 3rd JulyTime: 10.00am to 4.00pmInteractive acrylics - Using this exciting new range of acylics will will spend the morning creating an oil style acrylic and the afternoon using it as a watercolour. The session includes a starter pack of Atelier Interactive Acrylics worth £15. Sessions cost £50 including lunch, tea, coffee, biscuits and the acrylic pack. You will need to bring brushes, water pot, rag, palette and watercolour paper.
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Arts Courses and Workshops
Thu, 03 Jul 2008
Sat, 05 Jul 2008
Venue: Artshed Art Centre, Ware.Date: Saturday 5th JulyTime: 10.00am to 4.00pm.Oil Painting for Improvers with Lorna Brown.This oil painting day is designed to introduce those who have started using oils but wish to go one step further. The day introduces new mediums, blends and finishes and varnishes. Using the different mediums create a new look to your work, gives you the opportunity to explore your own range.Cost: £55.00 per day including all materials (except a canvas) and a light lunch and refreshments.
Sat, 19 Jul 2008
One day workshop. Beginners watercolours
Venue: Branfield Village Hall, Bury Lane, Bramfield, Nr Hertford.Date: Saturday 19th JulyTime: 1.00pm to 5.00pmBeginners watercolours; if you have always wanted a go but never got started then this is the course for you. Also, if you have not touched you watercolours for a while, this will be the prefect refresher. We will look at wet in wet, using this technique for skies. We will also look at the basics of tress and creating a simple landscape. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be included.The cost for this session is £22.00. You will need to bring your own equipment; paper, paint, brushes, water pot, palette and rag. If you do not have any materials, please do not hesitate to get in touch and I will help with your requirements.
Mon, 28 Jul 2008
Top Hat Stage School Summer Courses 2008
Little Shop of Horrors
The Hilarious, the zaniest and most loved rock musical for kids is here and Top Hat is looking for children aged 4 - 17 years to take part in this fun 5 day course this summer. Learn the lines, the dance routines in just 5 days, before performing it to friends and families on the Friday evening.
Dates and Venues:
* St Albans Girls School:
Monday 28th July to Friday 1st August 2008.* Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar:
Monday 4th August to Friday 8th August 2008.* Castle Hall, Hertford:
Monday 11th August to Friday 18th August 2008.Call the office to be sent a booking form. High School Musical
* Monday 18th August to Friday 22nd August Campus West in Welwyn Garden CityOur Youth Theatre courses take place over five days from 10.00am to 3.00pm each day or 10.00am to 1.00pm for four and five year olds). There is a final performance on the Friday evening at 6.00pm for friends and families to watch and enjoy. Film Making Course for 10 years plus
Following on from the success of Top Hat’s previous film courses in the "Top Hat High series", comes "Top Hat High 4".This 4 day course will take place at the John Henry Newman School in Stevenage from Wednesday 27th to Saturday 30th of August, 10.00am-3.00pm each day.Fully supervised by a professional camera crew, students will learn about the filmmaking process, both in front and behind the camera. Those interested in directing are also highly welcome on the course and will get a chance to direct an actual scene. Places go very fast on this course and places are strictly limited and only available to children over the age of 10 years. No previous experience is necessary.
The Hilarious, the zaniest and most loved rock musical for kids is here and Top Hat is looking for children aged 4 - 17 years to take part in this fun 5 day course this summer. Learn the lines, the dance routines in just 5 days, before performing it to friends and families on the Friday evening.
Dates and Venues:
* St Albans Girls School:
Monday 28th July to Friday 1st August 2008.* Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar:
Monday 4th August to Friday 8th August 2008.* Castle Hall, Hertford:
Monday 11th August to Friday 18th August 2008.Call the office to be sent a booking form. High School Musical
* Monday 18th August to Friday 22nd August Campus West in Welwyn Garden CityOur Youth Theatre courses take place over five days from 10.00am to 3.00pm each day or 10.00am to 1.00pm for four and five year olds). There is a final performance on the Friday evening at 6.00pm for friends and families to watch and enjoy. Film Making Course for 10 years plus
Following on from the success of Top Hat’s previous film courses in the "Top Hat High series", comes "Top Hat High 4".This 4 day course will take place at the John Henry Newman School in Stevenage from Wednesday 27th to Saturday 30th of August, 10.00am-3.00pm each day.Fully supervised by a professional camera crew, students will learn about the filmmaking process, both in front and behind the camera. Those interested in directing are also highly welcome on the course and will get a chance to direct an actual scene. Places go very fast on this course and places are strictly limited and only available to children over the age of 10 years. No previous experience is necessary.
The contact is : Top Hat Stage School
Daytime tel : 01727 812666
email : admin@tophatstageschool.co.uk
Daytime tel : 01727 812666
email : admin@tophatstageschool.co.uk
Thu, 31 Jul 2008
Venue: St John’s Arts & Recreation Centre St John’s Walk, Market StreetDate / Time: Thursday 31st July and Friday 1st August 2008 10.00-3.00pmAfrican Drumming and Dance Workshop for 8-12 year olds
Mon, 04 Aug 2008
Magic Of the Musicals Summer Workshop
Venue: Victoria Hall Theatre, Old Harlow.Date: Monday 4th August to Friday 8th August Time: 10.00am to 3.00pm.The Victoria Hall Theatre is proud to announce that the Magic of the Musicals Summer Workshop will be returning for it's second year. Run by theatre professionals, the five day course is open to children aged between 8 and 16 years old. Running Monday to Friday, with a performance on Friday 8th August at 7pm.The course covers all aspects of musical theatre with opportunities to learn new skills and have fun week in the theatre.Cost: £85 per person. Places are limited so please call today for more infomation.
Tue, 12 Aug 2008
Stitchclub Summer Holiday Classes
Venue: St Mary's Church, Rickmansworth.Date: Tuesday 12th AugustStitchclub teaches Juniors (children aged 8 to 11) and Teens how to sew while making loads of cool projects. This Summer we are running two courses:Mornings: 10.00am to 12.30pm
Start to Stitch (ages 8 to 11). Spend four mornings making fun projects and learning basic hand sewing skills. You will complete Stitchclub Level 1 and start on your way through our unique Stitchclub Sewing Curriculum to become a Super Stitcher!Afternoons: 1.30pm to 4.00pm
Keep on Stitching (for Teens and Juniors who have completed levels 1 & 2) - four afternoons creating fun holiday projects using hand stitching and sewing machines to develop your sewing skills and creativity!
Start to Stitch (ages 8 to 11). Spend four mornings making fun projects and learning basic hand sewing skills. You will complete Stitchclub Level 1 and start on your way through our unique Stitchclub Sewing Curriculum to become a Super Stitcher!Afternoons: 1.30pm to 4.00pm
Keep on Stitching (for Teens and Juniors who have completed levels 1 & 2) - four afternoons creating fun holiday projects using hand stitching and sewing machines to develop your sewing skills and creativity!
Mon, 18 Aug 2008
Stagecoach Theatre Arts Borehamwood. Summer Workshops 2008
Venue: St Teresa's Primary School, Brook Road, Borehamwood WD6 5HL.Date: Monday 18th August to Friday 22nd August 2008Time:
* 8 to 16 year olds - 10.00am to 4.00pm from Monday to Thursday and 10.00am to 7.00pm on Friday.
* 4 to 6 year olds - 9.30am to 12.30pm Monday to Friday.We are now enrolling for our Summer 2008 workshop which includes drama, dance and singing. The workshop will run from Monday 18th August until Friday 22nd August at St Teresa's Primary School, Borehamwood.Costs:
8 to 16 year olds - £135 per child and £105 per sibling.
4 to 6 year olds - £95 per child and £70 per sibling.Please contact for further information.
* 8 to 16 year olds - 10.00am to 4.00pm from Monday to Thursday and 10.00am to 7.00pm on Friday.
* 4 to 6 year olds - 9.30am to 12.30pm Monday to Friday.We are now enrolling for our Summer 2008 workshop which includes drama, dance and singing. The workshop will run from Monday 18th August until Friday 22nd August at St Teresa's Primary School, Borehamwood.Costs:
8 to 16 year olds - £135 per child and £105 per sibling.
4 to 6 year olds - £95 per child and £70 per sibling.Please contact for further information.
Mon, 18 Aug 2008
Stitchclub Summer Holiday Classes
Venue: Sewfine, Watford.Date: Monday 18th August to Thursday 21st August.Stitchclub teaches Juniors (children aged 8 to 11) and Teens how to sew while making loads of cool projects. This Summer we are running two courses:Mornings: 10.00am to 12.30pm
Start to Stitch (ages 8 to 11). Spend four mornings making fun projects and learning basic hand sewing skills. You will complete Stitchclub Level 1 and start on your way through our unique Stitchclub Sewing Curriculum to become a Super Stitcher!Afternoons: 1.30pm to 4.00pm
Keep on Stitching (for Teens and Juniors who have completed levels 1 and 2) - four afternoons creating fun holiday projects using hand stitching and sewing machines to develop your sewing skills and creativity!
Start to Stitch (ages 8 to 11). Spend four mornings making fun projects and learning basic hand sewing skills. You will complete Stitchclub Level 1 and start on your way through our unique Stitchclub Sewing Curriculum to become a Super Stitcher!Afternoons: 1.30pm to 4.00pm
Keep on Stitching (for Teens and Juniors who have completed levels 1 and 2) - four afternoons creating fun holiday projects using hand stitching and sewing machines to develop your sewing skills and creativity!
Mon, 18 Aug 2008
The Alice in Wonderland Theatrical Experience
Venue: Beaumont School, St Albans.Date: Monday 18th AugustTime: 10.00amA week long Summer drama course for 7-12 year olds led by the Basement Youth Theatre. Children will be involved in every aspect of the production process from acting, singing and dancing to making scenery. The week will end with a performance on Saturday 23rd August for family and friends to come and watch.
Sat, 30 Aug 2008
One day workshop. On the estuary
Venue: Branfield Village Hall, Bury Lane, Bramfield, Nr Hertford.Date: Saturday 30th AugustTime: 1.00pm to 5.00pmWorking together we will create a step by step painting of a Norfolk river estuary. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be included. The cost for this session is £22.00. You will need to bring your own equipment; paper, paint, brushes, water pot, palette and rag. If you do not have any materials, please do not hesitate to get in touch and I will help you with your requirements. Suitable for all levels.
Tue, 02 Sep 2008
Silver Jewellery Workshops for Beginners
Date: Tuesday 2nd September or Wednesday 3rd SeptemberTime: 7.00pm to 9.30pmVenue: Artshed Art Centre, Westmill Farm, Ware Herts, SG12 0ES.Silver Jewellery Workshops for Beginners: 8 week course.Cost: £175 (includes all silver and tools).
Thu, 04 Sep 2008
Silver Jewellery Workshops for Intermediates
Venue: Artshed Art Centre, Westmill Farm, Ware Herts, SG12 0ES.Date: Course starts on Thursday 4th SeptemberTime: 7.00 to 9.30pm.8 week course. New Jewellery Suite to open in September.Cost: £145.00. No materials included but you will have full use of tools.
Sat, 06 Sep 2008
Precious Metal Clay Workshop with Xuella Arnold
Venue: Artshed Art Centre, WareDate: Saturday 6th SeptemberTime: 10.00—4.00 pmSilver Clay Workshop with Xuella Arnold.Learn how to use this fascinating process in the relaxed atmosphere of Artshed’s workshop at Westmill Farm. Small groups of 10 for individual attention including lunch and all materials. Cutting, texturing and shaping. Along with mold making,your piece will be fired and ready for polishing. Cost: £85.00 including all materials and lunch
Sat, 13 Sep 2008
Urban Precinct Devozion Gospel Workshop and Evening Concert
Venue: New Life Pentecostal Church, Lawn Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP3 9JF.Date: Saturday 13th SeptemberTimes:
* Workshop from 10.30am to 5.00pm
* Evening Concert from 7.30pm to 9.00pmHave you always dreamt of singing in a choir a la Hollywood movie ‘Sister Act’ with Whoopi Goldberg?Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Usher, Mario Winans and Leona Lewis have all enjoyed huge chart success selling millions of records all over the world... and it all started in their local Gospel Choir!Now you can learn this fun, inspirational, energy loaded style of music, as three International Industry Professionals join forces to teach you in an exciting all day workshop and evening concert.
Gospel workshops flyerTickets:* Evening concert:
£10 (Price after 4th July and on door - £15)* Gospel workshop:
£20 - Adults (Price after 4th July and on door - £25)
£10 - Under 16s (Price after 4th July and on door - £12.50)
£30 - Family, two adults and two under 16s (Price after 4th July and on door - £37.50)Send cheques to: Urban Precinct, 26 South Hill Road,
Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 1JB. www.urbanprecinct.com
* Workshop from 10.30am to 5.00pm
* Evening Concert from 7.30pm to 9.00pmHave you always dreamt of singing in a choir a la Hollywood movie ‘Sister Act’ with Whoopi Goldberg?Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Usher, Mario Winans and Leona Lewis have all enjoyed huge chart success selling millions of records all over the world... and it all started in their local Gospel Choir!Now you can learn this fun, inspirational, energy loaded style of music, as three International Industry Professionals join forces to teach you in an exciting all day workshop and evening concert.
- No previous experience required
- No need to read music
- No audition
- All welcome
Gospel workshops flyerTickets:* Evening concert:
£10 (Price after 4th July and on door - £15)* Gospel workshop:
£20 - Adults (Price after 4th July and on door - £25)
£10 - Under 16s (Price after 4th July and on door - £12.50)
£30 - Family, two adults and two under 16s (Price after 4th July and on door - £37.50)Send cheques to: Urban Precinct, 26 South Hill Road,
Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 1JB. www.urbanprecinct.com
Sat, 27 Sep 2008
Traditional Embroidery Techniques
Venue: British Schools Museum , Queen Street, Hitchin SG4 9TS.Date: Saturday 27th SeptemberTime: 10.00am to 1.00pmAn Embroiderers' Guild member will lead the morning, demonstrating embroidery stitches and techniques and visitors will have the opportunity to try out the stitches in a mini sampler format.Normal Museum admission charges apply. There will be a nominal charge for any material used.See our website at www.hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
The contact is : British Schools Museum
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Mon, 29 Sep 2008
Life Drawing with Sue James Dean
Venue: Artshed Art Centre, Ware.Date / Time: Monday 29th September 2008 10.00am-1.00pm (6 weeks)Cost: £140.00 to include all tuition and modelsThe 3 hour session is intensive but open to beginners as well as those who want to refresh their skills, bring your own drawing materials. Different life model at all sessions. Booking essential.
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