Workshops

    Friday 1st July – Musical Theatre Workshop

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    Presented by Freedom Academy

    Join professional actors and choreographers in fun-packed workshops as they show you all the skills it takes to be a Musical Theatre performer. Children will learn routines, songs and scenes from popular West End musicals. All you need is bags of energy and lots of enthusiasm!

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    Saturday 2nd July – Make Your Mark Arts Workshop

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    Discover your artistic side! Bring an old t-shirt and make your mark on it — paint, draw, print and decorate — anything goes! Experienced artists will be on hand to demonstrate a variety of exciting skills. Come and meet our host, TV’s Kirsten O’Brien (SMart, CBBC)

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    Saturday 2nd July – Express Yourself Playwriting Workshop

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    with BAFTA award-winning playwright Roy Williams. Budding playwrights aged between 14-20 – see your work performed by professional actors. Roy Williams will lead a one-day workshop for those interested in developing their playwriting skills.The workshop explores plot development, conflict as drama, scene structure, character, dialogue, scene setting and subtext.

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    Saturday 2nd July – Sydenham Come Dancing

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    led by Laban Dance Centre.

    A Community Day of Dance packed full of FREE fun and creative dance activities for all ages.

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    Saturday 2nd July – Forest Fest

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    A fun day out for all the family, featuring live music, dance and drama performances, children’s activities, specialist workshops – from play-writing to DJing, as well as a wide selection of market stalls showcasing the best art, craft and produce that the local area has to offer! Refreshments and delicious food available all day.

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    Sunday 3rd July – Arts in the Park

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    Family Fun Day in Home Park – In Association with Friends of Home Park. The festival kicks off its opening weekend with five fabulous hours of free family fun, entertainment and activities at Home Park.
    This is going to be the most fun you ever had in one day!

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    Tuesday 5th July – Stage Combat Workshops

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    with Joe Golby & Keith Wallis

    Ever wondered how the amazing fights for The Matrix or Pirates of the Caribbean were created and filmed? Well here is your chance to find out with experienced fight & combat choreographers. Discover the tricks of the trade in a fun and exhilarating workshop.

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    Tuesday 5th July – Write a Poem Workshop

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    with Gale Burns
    Come and write with the help of Festival Poet Gale Burns. Learn in a friendly setting, with writing prompts, editing skills, and the inspiration of published work.
    Even read your work at A Fiesta of Poetry.

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    Wednesday 6th July – Bracelet Making Workshop

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    with Sally Earlam
    Make a pretty beaded bracelet and take it home afterwards. Drop-in session, no need to book.

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    Friday 8th July – Acting for Camera Workshop

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    presented by Freedom Academy. If you’ve always wanted to act on the big or small screen then this is the workshop for you! Professional actor Stephen Henry has appeared in numerous films, television series and advertisements. He will guide students through all the technical terminology and techniques to develop the naturalistic skill of acting for camera.

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    Friday 8th July – Who Do Think You Are?

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    A practical workshop on family history by Susan Walker.The TV programme Who Do You Think You Are? has inspired many people to start exploring their family story. Whether you are thinking about it or have already started researching your family tree, this session led by amateur genealogist Susan Walker will help that exciting journey.

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    Saturday 9th July – Sydenham Sings!

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    Workshop leader Isabelle Adams Anyone who enjoys singing is invited to add their voice to this ‘pop up choir’. No need to read music, sing on your own or perform ̶ come along and sing in a group just for the sheer enjoyment of it.  Explore songs from all over the world with Isabelle Adams,

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    Tuesday 12th July – Stage Combat Workshops

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    with Joe Golby & Keith Wallis

    Ever wondered how the amazing fights for The Matrix or Pirates of the Caribbean were created and filmed? Well here is your chance to find out with experienced fight & combat choreographers. Discover the tricks of the trade in a fun and exhilarating workshop.

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    Tuesday 12th July – Chat About Your Poem

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    with Gale Burns Chat About Your Poem with Resident Poet Gale Burns, just for the price of a drink. To book a time email josgale@jgdburns.org.uk DETAILS Date: Tuesday 12th July Start time: arranged times from 6pm Finish time: 8pm Venue: The Wimpy Restaurant – 89 Sydenham Road, Sydenham SE26 5UA Tickets: FREE EVENT Website: www.galeburns.co.uk Categories:

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    Sunday 17th July – Vocalpercussion – a Universal Vocal Workshop

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    by renowned international artists Randolph Matthews Randolph’s musical journey has taken him around the world, writing and performing with musicians from varied cultures and musical styles. These experiences have led him to create his own dynamic style: Vocalpercussion – drawing not only on the power of the voice, but also on Randolph’s mastery in fusing

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