Education

Education and the Theatres

The North Devon Theatres Trust does not simply present performances - it is deeply committed to developing a wider understanding and appreciation of the arts.

As part of this work - aimed at young and old alike - the Theatres run various schemes and activities to encourage people to find out more about the Theatres themselves; to become involved in performances; to meet players and performers; to take part, with the cast, in discussions about plays; to participate in workshops and other activities with theatre and dance companies.

These events are coordinated by our Education Officer: Carol Turner. You can email her here

Make the Move Performing Arts programme

These residential classes are run at the Landmark throughout term time:

£25.00 per class per term

Mondays

  • 4:00pm Grade 2 Tap
  • 4:00pm Junior Open Jazz 7-12's
  • 4:45pm Grade 1 Tap
  • 4:45pm Senior Open Jazz 13+
  • 5:30pm Grade 2 Modern
  • 5:30pm Musical Theatre/singing
  • 6:30pm Grade 3 Modern
  • 7:30pm Grade 5 Modern

Tuesdays

  • 4:00pm Acro, Balance And Cheerleading
  • 4:30pm Grade 5 Ballet
  • 5:30pm Intermediate Modern
  • 5:30pm Grade 3 Ballet
  • 6:30pm Grade 3 Tap
  • 6:30pm Classical Dance Age 12+ Beginners
  • 7:30pm Senior Tap
  • 7:30pm Grade 4 Ballet

Wednesday

  • 3:15pm Tiny Turns 2 1/2 Yrs+
  • 4:00pm Pre-Primary Ballet 5 Yrs+
  • 4:00pm Grade 1 Modern
  • 4:45pm Introductory Tap 4 1/2 Yrs+
  • 4:45pm Primary Ballet
  • 5:30pm Primary Tap
  • 5:30pm Grade 1 Ballet
  • 6:15pm Grade 2 Ballet
  • 7:00pm Drama 9 Yrs+

Smash Boyz Project

Working with North Devon Festival and Stacked Wonky this project for males aged between ten and twenty will create and culminate in an outdoor site specific dance and physical theatre performance. This exciting project includes par court (free running), contemporary dance, film-making and video production, physical theatre and sound scaping.

Taster Day

Saturday 8 March – Landmark Theatre
Sunday 9 March – site to be confirmed (Lynton or Ilfracombe)

This is your chance to experience a taste of what the project will entail, meet Sarah (director Stacked Wonky) and the experienced tutors who will deliver the project. There is no obligation to take part in the Smash performance project – if you are curious, come and try it out.

You will need to bring: large packed lunch, plenty to drink, loose comfortable sensible clothing (no jeans, studded belts), trainers, sweatshirt and waterproof jacket (if wet). Please do not wear your best gear.

Price £25.00 for the weekend
(Saturday only £15.00)

Whilst North Devon Theatres and Festival pay the highest regard to health and safety this project carries an element of risk and parents of participating boys will be asked to sign a disclaimer.

Take Part
Participating in Make the Move classes and workshops paves the way for many opportunities including residencies, performances (including North Devon Theatres pantomimes), theatre trips and work experience.

Angelina Ballerina
These workshops with the English National Ballet company support their tour of Angelina Ballerina. Working with the dance officer and a musician, the young dancers will get a fascinating insight into the world of ballet and learn some steps from the show. The first workshop is aimed at our tiniest dancers and no experience is necessary.
Landmark Theatre
Friday 30 May
10.30am to 11.15am   age group 3 1/2 - 5 (pre-primary and primary)
11.30am to 12.15pm   age group 6 – 9 (primary and Grade 1)
Wear either loose comfortable clothing or you are welcome to wear your fairy dresses, tiaras and tutus…
Advance booking essential as numbers are limited. 
Contact the Box Office on
01271 32 42 42
Queen’s Theatre – On stage
Friday 30 May - 2pm to 3.00pm
Participate in this masterclass on the set of Angelina Ballerina with Matthew Paluch from ENB and a live musician. This workshop is to further the skills of those subscribing to the North Devon Theatres Junior Associate programme.
Masterclass: £10. Advance booking essential contact Carol Turner 01271 86 92 16.

Easter residency with UKFD
Working with Gerrard Martin and Seeta Patel from UKFD, North Devon Theatres Youth Dance Associates will create a piece to be performed in London as part of Big Dance 2008. Some participants will also be creating a dance to be performed at North Devon Theatres’ Medieval Banquet on Fri 11 April.
Landmark Theatre
Mon 7 to Fri 11 April
There will also be re-workings of the piece and rehearsals later in the spring, ready for July.

North Devon Theatres Youth Dance Associates
Your chance to become involved in workshops, residencies and performance projects.
Being an Associate gives you free or reduced price workshops and residencies plus priority booking for education events. Open to dancers aged 8 and above on subscription of an annual fee payable in instalments.

Events still to come: Rsidency and performance with Independent Ballet Wales, residency and performance project with the Jiving Lindy Hoppers, Musical Theatre residency with Nigel Brooks and Gerry Zucharello, Express Yourself summer workshops, cheerleading residency, Tap and Trash and more to be programmed...

Make the Move performing arts classes
For more information on classes, times and registration please call Kate Irvine on 01271 86 92 14.

Take Part

We believe in helping young people to realise their arts potential by gaining experience in our various schemes and projects. By participating in Make the Move classes and our workshops, it is possible to get further involved in residencies, performances (including being selected for our pantomimes), theatre trips and work experience.
If additional juvenile company members are required for this year’s panto (Jack and the Beanstalk), they will be selected from the Musical Theatre residency; see below for details.

Jiving Lindy Hoppers residency
Back by popular demand, Russell and Carolene swing back to Devon.
Mon 28 to Thurs 31 July
Adult workshop Tues 29 July
7pm to 9pm
Fee: £5
No experience is necessary but a sense of humour is vital.
Juniors 8 to 12 years 
Seniors 13 years and above
Participant fee: £30  
Associates: £15
Mon to Wed:  
Juniors and seniors 10am to 1pm
Associates only: 2pm to 5pm
Thurs: 2pm to end of evening show

Musical Theatre Residency
Nigel Brooks and Gerry Zucharello from Laine Theatre Arts, lead this exciting project to create works from West End and Broadway productions.
Tues 26 to Sat 29 August
Tues to Fri 10am to 5pm (everyone)
Sat 2pm to 5pm with 6pm call for performance
Demonstration of works in progress
Sat 29 August at 7pm
Tickets: £2 in advance
£3 on the door
Juniors 8 to 12 years
Seniors 13 years and above 
Participant fee: £50
Associates: £15
Dance, Cheer & Acrobatics
Mon 4 to Thurs 7 August
10am to 4pm
Ages 8 and above
£25 per person
Free to Associates
No experience necessary

Carnival week
Working with professional practitioners from the world of music, props, parade, and procession we will be creating an explosion of animal magic for Ilfracombe Carnival.
Costume, mask making and African dance and drumming.
Mon 18 to Wed 20 August
10am to 4pm
Thurs 21 August
2pm to end of Carnival procession
Ages 8 and above £25 including costume hire and props. You will need to provide footwear as advised.

Make the Move
All classes: £3
£30 per term
Registrations now open for classes in drama, musical theatre, modern, jazz, tap and ballet.
New term starts Mon 8 September.

Click here for Children and Performance: Policy, Regulations and Requirements or if you require any further information call Carol Turner, Education Officer 01271 865 655 or email her here

North Devon Council

Supported by Devon County Council

Arts Council of England