About RYC Summer School
A week of creative discovery this summer!
Drama, singing, dance, music, pilates, circus, crafts and more!
Led by professional theatre-makers, guest artists and our resident RYC team! Whether you're stepping on stage for the first time or already a budding creative, there's something at The Roses for you.
Whether you're completely new to performance or already love being creative, this is a chance to try things out, create friendships, and spend a week doing something different. Participant will have the opportunity to showcase some of their work from the week to families and friends on the Friday afternoon.
What To Expect
Every child will have the chance to try the below activities over the course of the week.
| Activity | Description |
|---|---|
| Acting | Led by our in-house RYC practitioners, Florrie Taylor and Mat Grimes, these sessions focus on expanding techniques, developing characters and working as an ensemble through physical theatre, improvisation and script. |
| Musical Theatre | Sing your heart out and dance till you can't stop! With experience in large-scale productions and ensemble casts across the UK, Joe Birch-Scanlan brings real industry insight into being a triple threat. |
| Songwriting & Music Production | Write, record and produce your own track with a Birmingham based creative practitioner, Sam Stachan is a songwriter, performer and teacher who regularly works with young people in schools and arts settings, supporting them to create their own music and express themselves. |
| Aerial | An introduction to hoop and silks from Cirque du Dance, an established circus company in Gloucestershire offering classes, workshops and performances for all ages. Combining strength, creativity and movement in a safe and supportive environment. |
| Contemporary Dance | Leap into workshops with the award winning contemporary dance company, 2Faced Dance based in Hereford. Touring nationally and internationally for 15 years, this male dance company blends powerful storytelling with physical movement led by the vision of Tamsin Fitzgerald. They are passionate about inspiring the next generation through workshops and outreach. |
| Arts & Crafts | With over 45 years’ experience working with children and families, Debbie Nicholds brings a wealth of knowledge and a love of hands-on making, from crochet and needle felting to imaginative craft projects. A perfect and supportive activity for young people to unwind and enjoy. |
| Pilates | For when mid week energy need replenishing, dedicated Pilates instructor Nicky's Workouts focuses on building strength, flexibility and confidence, helping people feel more at ease in their bodies through her supportive and accessible practice. |
| Stage Combat | Stage Combat. Want to learn how to fake a fight for Stage and Theatre? Join a workshop with Lucy Wordsworth, an experienced Actor, Fight Director and Teacher who has worked on projects for Marvel, HBO and Netflix. Gain skills, tricks and maybe learn how to use a sword or two... |
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