Thanks to all for Easter Academy!

Thanks to everyone who came to Easter Academy this year. We had a brilliant week. It was all over so quickly. There weren't any official snaps take this year, but you can see the ones from Easter 2009 on Flickr.

We had loads of new faces, including folk who don't come to our regular weekly classes. So there's no need to worry about coming on your own for the first time. We have loads of new starts. It's hard to believe, as by the end of the first day it's like you've known everyone for ages!



The holiday fun kicks off again in July when we offer a range of 1 and 2 week courses for 4-15 year olds. Summer Academy 2010 promises loads more fun.

Hx

...the living is easy

Crikey, I've just realised how long its been since we've posted on the TAG blog.

With our second ever Summer Academy just finished, everyone is breathing a collective sigh of relief and satisfaction at another successful programme of workshops.

We had 8 courses, and I think the general consensus was that all went very smoothly. We even managed to squeeze in a quick photoshoot for the teenagers, so that we now have a brilliant collection of photos for all age groups in our drama classes.

I also managed to pop into the Arts and Crafts club one day to snap some photos. I've posted a wee slideshow below.

We have the Young Co. Summer School starting shortly and for the rest of the summer we are building up to loads of Autumn projects, including This View of Life and Lend Me Your Ears.

...plus in the next few weeks we'll be able to tell you about a wee project where we'll need your help!

Hx

Summer Academy Invasion!

It is now the 4th week of our first ever Summer Academy at the Citizens' Theatre and the place is swarming with young people!

We have two groups of 6-8 year olds, a group of 9-12 year olds and a group of 13-18 year olds attending this week. It really is lovely to see the building so busy and full of activity.

My 6-8 years group are delightful to work with. We have been having lots of fun with our pirate theme. The group have met some colourful characters such as a scary shark named Sebastian, a wise Sea King and a pirate called Peter who has lost his ship! We have also been creating our own scenery for the performance this Saturday. It is a collage of a pirate ship with a giant skull and crossbones on the sail.

Parents, friends and family members will be attending the final performances this Saturday and then it will be all over... until next year!

Ang x

(Ahoy!)

Summer Academy deadline extended (13-18s)

We are delighted to let you know that although our deadline has passed for applications to the 13-18s course, we will be continuing to accept fresh applications. So if you're in the midst of planning your summer fun or saving some pennies, you still have the opportunity to get on this brand new four week drama course at the Citz! You can download a new application form here.

Just try to get it back to us ASAP.

Hx

Deadline for 13-18s Summer Academy course!

This weekend sees the deadline for application forms for our 13-18 years course on the Citizens' Summer Academy. The four week course runs from 30 June - 26 July 2008. You can download your application form here.

We are hoping to extend the deadline next week if we have places left. We will keep you posted on this. In the mean time if you are aged between 13 and 18 and fancy treading the boards at the prestigious Citizens' Theatre, download your form, complete and return it to us ASAP!

There's no need to apply for places on the 1 and 2 week courses for 6-8s and 9-12s. Call 0141 429 0022 to book now, or click Summer Academy for more info.



Hx

NEWS FLASH! Summer Academy application deadline extended for 1 week!

For anyone, aged 13-18 years, who was thinking about applying for our Citizens' Summer Academy course you've got just over a week to get your applications posted!

We have extended our deadline from the 5th May, so now you have until Saturday 10th May to return your completed applications.

We have had a number of applications through the post already and it is gearing up to be a really popular course. The 4 week course runs throughout July in the Citizens' Theatre, with 2 public performances on the main stage.

If you'd like more information about the Summer Academy or to download an application form please click HERE.

Ang x

What you doing this summer?

Are you a fan of theatre/drama? Are you (or your offspring) aged between 6-18? Then we might have the very course for you this summer!

Hot on the heels of a successful Easter Academy, TAG will be running 1 and 2 week long courses for 6-8 and 9-12 year olds. These can be booked immediately by calling 0141 429 0022. The courses have started to book up, so best to get in early. There is a small deposit required at time of booking. For full info on dates/times and prices visit our Summer Academy page.


For the 13-18 age group, we have a fantastic 4 week course running from 30 June - 26 July. To take part in this, you must complete an application form, which can downloaded here.

If you fancy treading the same boards as Gary Oldman, Pierce Brosnan, Helen Baxendale and Sean Bean, then get your applications in now.

Looking forward to welcoming you to the building!

Hx

Easter Academy Success

Our first ever Citizens' Easter Academy has just ended!

Young people aged 6-8 and 9-12 years enjoyed a jam-packed week of drama and arts & crafts activities, with a final performance for parents and friends.

The 6-8 year group performed 'The Dragon that Exploded!' in the Circle Studio. It was a tale about an evil dragon who terrorised a community. Good finally conquered evil, with the dragon meeting a gruesome end!

The 9-12 year group performed in 'The Rise of the Overlord'. The group developed this play about an evil Overlord who was affecting humans using mind control. The humans created an army to put an end to the Overlord's reign of terror.

No Easter bunnies or eggs then...!

The week was a great success and there are some fabulous photos for you to look at here.

If you fancy taking part in our Citizens' Summer Academy check out our website for more info.

Ang x

Holiday fun

The theatre is packed with kids who are enjoying a variety of activities. Our first ever Easter Academy has kicked off this week with children from 6-8 and 9-12 taking part in our brand new holiday drama course from 9am-3pm. Then each day many are staying with us for a late afternoon Arts and Crafts drop-in session.

If that wasn't enough...we also have Mull Theatre's Katie Morag playing in the main house. There are still some tickets available for this excellent show. Just call 0141 429 0022.

If you like the sound of a holiday drama course, why not check out our Summer Academy. We have varied courses for 6-18 year olds running at the Citizens' Theatre from 30 June - 26 July 2008.

Hx