All Junior (7-9 yrs), Inter (10-12 yrs), Senior (13-15 yrs) and Young Adult (16-19 yrs) age groups have a 1 hour creative drama class and 1 hour dance class. They then have the option of adding extra tuition in Singing or Speech Training in which they are prepared for the Leinster School of Music & Drama Exams. These are timetabled as far as possible to compliment their theatre school times. They can also audition for our more intensive Musical Theatre classes and thriving Youth Theatre Company for those who are especially interested in performing.

Tots classes:

Tots classes cover a wide range of music, dance and drama styles, introducing 4 - 6 year olds to the basics of the Performing Arts. The children have a half hour dance class covering all kinds of music and songs from pop to Letterland and a half hour creative drama class geared specifically to their own age and ability.
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Creative Drama:

This is an Improvisation based class with the emphasis on learning through fun and theatre games. By cultivating a happy and productive class atmosphere the student’s self-expression, imagination self-confidence and vocabulary are built up, as is their ability to function as part of a team - both on stage and in life. The Senior Drama class is more advanced in content including dialect work, audition skills, characterisation and script work.

The Young Adult class is similar in content but more intensive, preparing the students for a career in film, theatre and life. Geared towards the individuals needs on an almost one to one basis, the young adult has the opportunity to fine tune their performance skills and to take a more in depth look at particular areas of interest with an experienced teacher. This class also includes regular workshops with working professionals in all aspects of Theatre, Film and TV casting, make-up, percussion, voiceover work and film production.
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Dance:

Dancing to the latest music from the charts and covering a wide variety of styles, dance moves are geared specifically according to the age and ability of each class. The students can improve their co-ordination, polish up their technique for the dance floor and keep fit and flexible at the same time. Challenging for the experienced dancers yet attainable for the less confident. Funky and fun!
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Singing:

Singing classes on a one to one basis and in small groups are available, by arrangement, with our singing coaches Cita Crefeld and Sharon Sexton. Students are encouraged to explore their vocal capabilities and gain confidence in their natural abilities. Equal emphasis is placed on the technical aspects of vocal production, support and performance. The school have a large selection of music for young people from Disney to the Top 10 and children are encouraged to research and source material that they would particularly like to sing.
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Speech Training:

This class is made up of smaller groups of students to ensure a maximum of individual attention. The focus is on speaking poetry and prose, reading skills, projection, clear articulation, correcting speech faults and building confidence in speaking to an audience. Students are prepared for and can take The Leinster School of Music and Drama exams and certificates in Public Speaking, Solo Acting, Speech & Drama and Effective Communication up to and including Diploma level.

Click the following link for further information on our EXAMS AND CERTIFICATES.
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Musical Theatre:

This class features Acting, Singing, and Dancing from the musicals. Ideal for those hoping to get the best part in their school show! A high level of commitment and enthusiasm is required for this class as we work to bring them to performance level. Many of our musical theatre group have performed professionally and they have also recorded their own Musical CD. Recent Musical Theatre productions include Miss Saigon, Rent, West Side Story, Grease and Aladdin. Entry is by audition only.
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Youth Theatre:

Independent youth theatre is the Independent Theatre Workshops high quality performance group. The company was established to identify talented young actors, directors and technicians and give them the opportunity to develop their skills through challenging performance and workshop projects. We offer real performance experiences for young people interested in theatre and performance through text-based and devised performance styles. Our workshops are designed to continue the training of young actors and performers.

The Company produce several projects a year and tour around the country. This year we participated in the National Theatres Shell Connections Festival and played The Everyman Palace Theatre, Cork The Riverbank Theatre, Kildare, and The Helix Space, Dublin.

June saw a performance in Sligo and you can catch the IYT in the Young Fringe Festival, Dublin in September. Youth Theatre

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