Dance, Music & Theatre Performance courses in Ireland

During this course, participants will become familiar with the basics of lighting design for the stage, and learn about different lighting technologies and terminology. The practical course focuses on lighting design, using both traditional and the latest technologies, to create a story through lighting. The course is perfect for people involved in amateur or school…

This ten-week programme has been created for novice or budding playwrights to explore the fundamentals of Playwriting. Throughout this programme, you will develop the tools to craft stories using frameworks such as narrative structure through plot and setting. The course will look at how stories unfold to engage, fascinate, or tease an audience. It will…

This practical 10-week course introduces students to screen acting and develops confidence in front of the camera. The course will cover the fundamentals of screen acting technique and dispel some of the myths about acting for screen. Students will work with sound and continuity crews, become familiar with the filming process, equipment, roles of the…

This course covers the basic stages of set design, from reading the script and creating a concept, to understanding what is required to design a set and create a model box. Participants will be guided by top industry experts through the creative process of designing a set for the theatre, covering practical elements like research…

A ten week evening course for beginners offers adults with a passion for musicals an opportunity to develop the fundamental techniques required to perform in musical theatre. Taught through group masterclasses and rehearsals, this intensive immersion in musical theatre will help build confidence, improve existing skills and develop new ones in a supportive and collaborative…

A ten week evening course for beginners offers adults with a passion for musicals an opportunity to develop the fundamental techniques required to perform in musical theatre. Taught through group masterclasses and rehearsals, this intensive immersion in musical theatre will help build confidence, improve existing skills and develop new ones in a supportive and collaborative…

Physical Theatre is an eight-week course exploring the transformative techniques employed by the physical actor in performance. Students are introduced to physical principles and movement improvisation to discover the expressive possibilities of their bodies. Physical Theatre is an eight-week course exploring the transformative techniques employed by the physical actor in performance. Students are introduced to…

Unarmed combat is probably the most requested skill set for fight performers and this course will cover all the essentials you need to build your confidence as a performer. Focusing on acting skills, students will work to incorporate fight choreography into dramatic scenes. Exploring topics such as character objective, fight rhythm and staging, you will…

The Lir Academy’s Young Actors’ Two Week Programme is designed to give young performers a taste of what it is like to study at conservatoire level, replicating two weeks in the life of a full-time acting degree. Designed for young people aged 16-21, the course is suitable for anyone with a passionate interest in performing…

A tailored acting programme for talented young actors aged 15-17. Junior Academy is ideal for any teenager with a passion for all things theatre and interested in developing this passion into further training or a career. The course curriculum includes training in voice, movement, dialect, acting, ensemble work, Stanislavski’s system, and students will take part…

The purpose of this course is to equip learners with the skills, knowledge and competence to devise and perform a short, one-act piece of theatre in front of a live audience. The course is suitable for newcomers and experienced performers alike who are looking for an opportunity to express themselves in a performative way through…

This course will facilitate students to appreciate and learn the skills of Theatre performance, including acting, directing, stage design and production. Through a combination of lectures, workshops and practical exercises students will develop an array of skills. Students will acquire the skills and knowledge to bring characters and stories to life on stage. In addition…

TIN WHISTLE – Beginner Class Course Description: One of the easiest instruments to learn but yet very flexible , in that once you learn the basics , you can play many different types of music from traditional to modern. I will be teaching the Tin Whistle in the key of D. You will learn how…

Tutor: Peter Phelan These classes will cover more advanced techniques in ornamentation and style. They would suit people who already possess a basic knowledge of the tin whistle. This is a 24 week term for €125.  Classes are normally delivered in the Teachers Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1

Tutor:  Peter Phelan These classes are designed for beginners and will cover all aspects of traditional Irish music. The tin whistle is the generation “D” whistle. The term runs for 24 weeks and costs €125 for the term.  Classes are normally delivered in the Teachers Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1

The beginner’s course is for those who have no or very little experience playing the ukulele.  In this course you are going to learn essential skills to play the ukulele, such as:  Musical notes, string notes and how to tune up your ukulele using a tuner  Hand terminology (Left V. Right Hand)  Ukulele parts  How…

Learn to play this little gem!  The Ukulele is an affordable instrument to purchase and learn and is a lot of fun.   Our master tutor will have you strumming, picking and playing the Ukulele in no time. *Ukulele required. Course Day & Time:  Tuesday Evening 6.30 – 7.30pm. Enrol now at:  www.adulted.ie

Ukulele is an affordable and straightforward instrument to purchase/learn and is a lot of fun. Suitable for beginners and improvers. Students should please note that Concert size Ukulele of wooden construction would be preferable as they are easier to play and more musical to the ear. Tutors: Barbera Devlin and Frankie Lane are both experienced…

This 10-week course is available in September and in January Beginners This Ukulele course introduces the main chords and main keys on the increasingly popular little four stringed instrument known by many simply as ‘THE UKE’. A range of popular and folk songs are covered which takes the learner through all the basic hand movements…

Ukulele – Beginner’s Class Course Description: Ukulele has become one of the most popular instruments to learn to play. The reason for this is that the Ukulele is the easiest instrument to learn to play and it is never to late to learn a new skill ! This course is designed to help each student…

Learn to play this little gem! Our master tutor will have you strumming, picking and playing the Ukulele in no time www.hartstown-cep.com

The Ukulele for Beginners is a fun course and an opportunity to learn a new instrument which is becoming very popular. Tutor:  Darren Loughran, MMus. Darren Loughran is an Irish classical guitarist and music teacher from Dublin.  Having begun his musical studies at an early age. He started on wind instruments and then progressed to…

Originating in Hawaii in the late 19th century the ukulele has become a very popular instrument. A number of popular artists have made use of the instrument to great effect. It is similar to guitar but has some advantages over that instrument. It is more affordable and more portable. It is easier to play as…

Learn how to play ukulele in a step by step method based on songs you want to play with this Ukulele for beginners course. The session is easy going, creative, fun and social.

Ukulele – Improvers Class Note: This course is for learners who have completed the beginners course and are just moving into the Improver Level Course Description: Note: This course is for learners who have completed the beginners course and are just moving into the Improver Level Ukulele has become one of the most popular instruments to…

Improve your ukulele skills further, through this follow-on course. Suitable for anyone who hasn’t played for some time or for those looking to improve their picking and strumming skills further. www.hartstown-cep.com

Suitable for those who may have completed course no. 5058 or may have some previous experience. Students should please note that Concert size Ukulele of wooden construction would be preferable as they are easier to play and more musical to the ear. Tutors: Barbera Devlin and Frankie Lane are both experienced professional musicians.

Tutor:  Darren Loughran, MMus, Darren Loughran is an Irish classical guitarist and music teacher from Dublin.  Having begun his musical studies at an early age. He started on wind instruments and then progressed to the guitar in his early teens.  Darren furthered his studies on the guitar in the Dublin Conservatory of Music, under the…

Ukulele – Upper Improvers Class Note: This course is for learners who have completed the Improvers course and want to move on to Upper Improver Level Course Description: Note: This course is for learners who have completed the Improvers course and are just moving into the Upper Improver Level Ukulele has become one of the most…

This dynamic 6 week course covers the basics of improvisation including collaborative theatre games, status, character work, devising scripts, and a variety of other techniques. We will practice voice and body work, and exercises that connect imagination to action and free the intuitive subconscious to increase creativity and moment-to-moment awareness. It is suitable for beginners…