SUMMER INTENSIVE PROGRAMME for Theatre & Film

SUMMER INTENSIVE PROGRAMME for Theatre & Film

with JK Drama Academy

An unmissable chance for young creatives curious about exploring the world of theatre and film working alongside industry professionals.

March '17 Programme news: War Horse puppeteer & National Theatre voice & dialect coach confirmed !

We are thrilled to announce that August 2017 will see us launch our Summer Intensive programme for Theatre & Film. This inspiring new programme will provide an excellent opportunity for participants who wish to further their knowledge of theatre and performance- minimum age is 14yrs. The programme is perfectly targeted at those who are interested in applying for further training or those wanting to develop skills for their actor’s toolkit. This course offers valuable vocational training for young creatives of all backgrounds and experience.

This rigorous and intensive programme will offer sessions in acting, direction, voice and physical theatre and will also offer specialist masterclasses; focusing on technical theatre, filmmaking, playwriting, dramatic combat and puppetry. The course will be led by seasoned professionals, renowned industry performers with specialist practitioners to be announced in due course.

A certificate stating the minimum number of contact hours is awarded upon successful completion of the programme.

A theatre trip and social event will join the programme on two evenings during the week.

Course dates: Monday 21^st – Friday 25^th August 2017

Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Location: Ardingly College, West Sussex

Price: £325 (Fees include all tuition, a daily 3 course cooked lunch, a theatre trip & social event ticket - both include transportation) Deposit of £125 required on booking .

Places are limited and will be on a first come first served basis. If this booking is a gift you may like to request our gift certificate on application.

To register interest or to find out more please contact the JK Team at info@jktheatrearts.com  

Easter 2017- Save the Dates!

Easter Holiday Workshops 2017

Early Years (4-6yrs)
Date: Tuesday 11th - Wednesday 12th April 2017
Time: 9.30am-12.30pm


Main School (6-18yrs)
Date: Tuesday 11th - Thursday 13th April 2017 

Time: 10.00am-3.00pm

*Early Bird Price- Book and pay in full before 13th February & receive 10% discount*


Both workshops are a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn theatre skills and work as part of a team, discovering their own versatility and encouraging creativity.

Our workshops are open to everyone with no previous experience necessary. An enthusiasm to explore drama, dance and singing within a creative environment is a must! Parents will be invited to a costumed performance on the last day of each workshop.

Early drop off from 9am for all and late stay options for early years until 1pm and Main School until 3.30pm. Available for an additional £5 per child per hour of the workshop day. 


LOCATION
Both workshops will take place at St Paul's Catholic College, Burgess Hill 

EARLY BIRD COSTS
Early Years (4-6yrs) £35 per child & £25 per sibling 
Main School (6-18yrs- in groups) £80 per child & £70 per sibling


Early booking is recommended for the workshops. For further info please contact our wonderful administrator Sarah-Jane on 07504 059640 or email info@jktheatrearts.com with the subject line 'EASTER WORKSHOPS'

Please note Summer workshop dates will be announced shortly.

Dramatic combat workshop in Oct Half Term

Dramatic combat

Dramatic Combat is an excellent tool for helping young people understand how to use physicality and practice using their bodies. Suitable for any age group, this workshop will introduce students to fight choreography and unarmed combat skills used in theatre and film and the importance of storytelling and communication when in conflict. No experience of stage combat required.

Dramatic Combat & drama workshop

Friday 28^th October 2016

10am-3pm @ St Paul’s Catholic College, Burgess Hill

(2 groups; 8-11yrs & 12yrs+)

Cost £30 per student/ Sibling rates available

EARLY BIRD 10% if booked before 2^nd October 2016

To book please email info@jktheatrearts.com 

Wear clothes that you can easily move in and bring water, snacks and a packed lunch.  

Fight director & performer Dan Styles is a BADC (British Academy of Dramatic Combat) trained stage combatant but before he trained in stage combat he became a professional wrestler, leading workshops and entertaining the masses. This session will let you find your inner Hulk Hogans & Harley Quinns. Be prepared to get sweaty! 

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Autumn term starts with JK's 8th Birthday! Come & join the team..

JK Theatre Arts begins the Autumn Term this Tuesday 6th September on their 8th birthday! Last opportunity to register your child for their free experience session! Call 07504 059640 or email the JK Team info@jktheatrearts.com TODAY!

Snapshots from our Summer showcases..

Summer showcase 2016 moments captured from our wonderful teams in Ardingly & Burgess Hill #happygallery #proudteam #highenergy #joyous

Headshots taken by Martlet Photography

'Jeremy' & 'Pirate'

'Mr & Mrs Mole'

Main School dress rehearsal

Angry pirate

Opening of Main School show

Our smiling captain

Our senior girls

'Grandpa Potts'

Mr Smiler 

'Lord Scumptious' taking a break from rehearsals

Cheeky 'Weasel 2'

The energy that is 'Mini Movers'

Our Early Years Burgess Hill team

Summer Theatre Workshops- Save the dates!

Summer Holiday Workshops 2016

Bugsy's Grand Slam!
Early Years (4-6yrs)
Date: Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th August 2016 (inclusive)
Time: 9.30am-12.30pm
Location: Guide Hall, Burgess Hill
Cost is £55 per child & £45 per sibling


Lion King Rhapsody
Summer School (6-18yrs)
Date: Tuesday 2nd - Friday 5th August 2016 (inclusive)
Time: 10.00am-3.00pm
Location: Scout HQ, Burgess Hill
Cost is £100 per child & £90 per sibling


*Early Bird Price- Book and pay in full before 15th May & receive 10% discount*


Both workshops are a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn new skills and work as a team, discovering their own versatility and giving them the inspiration to develop their theatre skills.

Our workshops are open to everyone with no previous experience necessary. An enthusiasm to explore drama, dance and singing within a creative environment is a must! Parents will be invited to a costumed performance on the last day of each workshop.

Early drop off from 9am and late stay options until 3.30pm also available for an additional £5 per child per hour of the workshop day.


LOCATION

Early Years (4-6yrs) - Guide Hall, Station Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 9EN 

Summer School (6-18yrs) - Scout HQ, Station Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 9EN 


COST

Early Years (4-6yrs) £55 per child & £45 per sibling 

Summer School (6-18yrs) £95 per child & £85 per sibling 


Early booking is recommended for the workshops. For booking info please contact our wonderful administrator Sarah-Jane on 07504 059640 or email info@jktheatrearts.com with the subject line 'SUMMER WORKSHOPS'

Experience Days this week..

EXPERIENCE DAYS THIS WEEK!

DATES

Ardingly (Mini Movers & Prep Musical Theatre) 
Tuesday 12th April 2016

Burgess Hill (Main School) 
Wednesday 13th April 2016

Burgess Hill (Tiny Toes & Mini Movers)  
Thursday 14th April 2016

Burgess Hill (Acting Platform) 
Friday 15th April 2016


WHAT TO EXPECT

JK Theatre Arts Experience Days are an invitation to young people who wish to explore drama, dance and singing within an independant theatre company with a glowing reputation for bringing out the very best in young talent.

The sessions are open to anyone aged 3-19 years and classes are run at both JK schools in Ardingly and Burgess Hill.

There really is nothing like performing arts for building confidence and self-esteem in a child. All you have to do is book your child’s complimentary first session today. So what are you waiting for?

CLASSES BREAKDOWN

Tiny Toes 3-4yrs
Mini Movers 4-6yrs
Prep Musical Theatre 6-9yrs
Main School 6-18yrs (classes in age appropriate groups)
Acting Platform 12-19yrs

NEXT COMPLIMENTARY EXPERIENCE SESSIONS:

Places on the Experience sessions are limited and are offered on a 'first come - first served' basis. Once you have registered for your complimentary session, we will confirm your attendance, along with other useful information (what to bring / wear) etc via email.

CONTACT US

Contact our wonderful administrator Sarah- Jane at info@jktheatrearts.com or 07504059640 to book your child's place today.