The Belgrade offers autumn acting classes

The Belgrade Theatre has announced that they will be hosting adult and youth acting classes this autumn.

The classes will run for 10 weeks and are designed to help people of all ages to develop new skills, stretch creativity, build confidence, and have fun.

Adult acting classes will begin at the Coventry theatre from Friday 24 September, taking place from 7-9pm every week until Friday 3 December.

This term, participants will focus on the theme Theatre and the Script, learning techniques in how to break down a text and understand more about the world of the play.

Classes for kids will kick off on Saturday 25 September, running every week until Saturday 4 December.

Youth acting classes are separated into two groups. Classes for kids aged seven to twelve will take place at 10am every Saturday, followed by classes for older ones aged 13-17 taking place at 12pm.

The seven to twelve age group will be able to explore the wonderful world of panto, aimed at little ones who have always wanted to play an evil villain, a handsome hero or a delightful dame.

Taking inspiration for the Belgrade 's own legendary pantomimes, the group will be creating their own hilarious characters and stories, and bringing them to life. Through drama games, improvisation, slapstick comedy and even designing your own costumes, they 'll produce their very own, brand-new panto.

The older kids will explore the process of devising, creating their own characters and giving them a voice, developing exciting storylines and bringing them to the stage, and exploring acting techniques and top tips to deliver the perfect performance.

Katherine Allen, drama worker at the Belgrade Theatre, said: “It 's really exciting to be returning to The Belgrade Theatre building for our Acting Classes this autumn.

"Having worked online for much of last year, we are looking forward to welcoming familiar faces back to the theatre, as well as meeting new people who may not have taken part in our Acting Classes before. Classes are designed to help participants to develop their skills, meet new people, and most importantly - have lots of fun! ”

Classes will take place in person this year, after the pandemic forced previous classes online. Sessions are designed to be flexible, and can progress socially distanced or online if the changing Covid-19 situation should require it.

No previous experience is necessary to take part. All you need is comfortable clothing and footwear and a readiness to try something new and different.

For more information visit www.belgrade.co.uk