Digital classes, workshops and more w/c 6 April
We are excited to announce our next week of creative online sessions to support our community whilst they can't access our provision.
This week, we will be continuing some of our popular online sessions including Rhyme and Shine, Clay with Cáit and Dare to Dance as well as having an exciting new addition of our Community Choir.
Do I need to book for these sessions?
At this moment in time, Rhyme and Shine and the Community Choir are the only events that are live sessions and are bookable online. Other content will be provided as pre-recorded videos and released onto our homepage on the release day for you to enjoy in your own time.
We will also be releasing our Creative and Learning Challenges for the week over the coming days too, so keep your eyes peeled on our website!
Workshops w/c 6 April
Monday 6 April - Friday 10 April
Community Choir - interactive sessions via Zoom
The Corn Exchange Newbury, in partnership with Greenham Trust and Berkshire Maestros, are looking for local people to join a virtual community choir to record a celebratory song which will be shared online.
This project is open to anyone, regardless of whether you have previous singing experience, and we look forward to welcoming singers of all ages to learn and perform a version of I’d like to Teach the World to Sing through remote workshops which begin on Monday 6 April. These 20 minute live sessions will be conducted through the interactive online app Zoom and led by Christopher Hann, Artistic Director of Berkshire County Youth Choirs. Find out more
Also on...
Monday 6 April
Storytelling - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
Becci, our Learning and Participation practitioner will be recording a storytelling session of Home by Alex T. Smith.
Tuesday 7 April
Rhyme and Shine - interactive session via Zoom
Rhyme and Shine is a popular singing session that typically takes place in our Learning Centre for parents/ carers and babies aged 2 and under. Becci will be streaming a session which you can enjoy in the comfort of your home, via the online app Zoom. Find out more
Armchair's Reviewer's Club - Response to last week's screening - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
For last week's first session of the Armchair's Reviewer's Club, we sat down to watch the National Theatre's One Man, Two Guvnors in the comfort of our homes! Ed Jaspers from our Learning and Participation team will be bringing together all our thoughts and feelings about the play.
Wednesday 8 April
Infant Youth Theatre - interactive session via Zoom at 10.30am
Live online session to continue support for participants of Corn Exchange Youth Theatre.
Exploring Shakespeare - Mr Shakespeare’s Marvellous Monologues - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
Ed Jaspers takes you through some of the great Shakespeare speeches, explaining the background and context and giving you insights into what Shakespeare – and the character – are up to. This week will be looking at Lady Macbeth, Act 1, Scene 5 'The raven himself is hoarse'. Perfect for those in Year 9 or working towards their GCSEs or A-levels, but will also appeal to any adults interested in learning more about the playwright and his work.
Thursday 9 April
Junior Youth Theatre (School years 3 - 6) - interactive session via Zoom at 10.30am
Live online session to continue support for participants of Corn Exchange Youth Theatre.
Intermediate Youth Theatre - interactive session via Zoom at 2pm
Live online session to continue support for participants of Corn Exchange Youth Theatre.
Clay with Cáit - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
In this second instalment of our free pre-recorded video series, Clay with Cáit, Cait Gould will show simple instructions on how to make tea light holder using air dry clay with equipment you have at home. Cáit’s accessible demonstration provides the perfect activity for children or adults to stay creative with clay at home. If you don’t have clay to hand, why not try salt dough as a fun alternative.
Armchair Reviewers Club - Watch the Play - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
Join us on Thursday as we watch Wonderland, as part of the Hamstead Theatre at Home series. We'd love you to submit your thoughts, either on social media or by emailing [email protected] by Monday 13 April and we'll deliver the verdict on Tuesday 14 April.
Friday 10 April
Junior Youth Theatre (School years 7 - 9) - interactive session via Zoom at 10.30am
Live online session to continue support for participants of Corn Exchange Youth Theatre.
Alphabetland - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
Our Early Years and Education Officer will be recording 10 minutes of songs, rhymes and games, which will be uploaded onto our website.
Dare to Dance - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
Our popular dance group for over 55s led by NOCTURN’s John Darvell will be available in a series of online sessions you can take part in at home. John’s sessions are fun creative and a great way to stay active. Why not make a Dare to Dance session your exercise for the day?
Saturday 11 April
Art exercises to do at home - pre-recorded video accessible from website homepage
Enjoy getting creative and furthering your skills with the third instalment of our Afternoon Art online series. In this session, Richard Francis Bellin will demonstrate how to paint waves for magnificent seascapes. Richard’s simple and accessible tuition will help develop your own techniques to continue exploring your creativity at home.
Know someone who doesn’t have access to the internet? Let us know and we will call them or post them with some activities to enjoy. Email [email protected]
Or, why not tell us what you'd like to see next!
