Platform, The Bridge
There’s loads on at Platform – from Drama, to music and visual arts, someting for everyone, theres a few example groups below but you can find the full programme online:
https://www.platform-online.co.uk/whats-on
These classes are offered on a Pay-What-You-Like basis, where you decide what to pay. As a guide, we recommend a payment of £5 per class.
Monday Night Drama (8-16)
Monday Night Drama is a performance workshop for those age 8-16 yrs. The group meet at Platform and sessions are designed to develop skills and confidence through games, workshops and regular performance opportunities. You can find out more at their website https://www.platform-online.co.uk/whats-on/event/87
Monday Night Drama is split into two groups within the session – one is open to all young people aged 8 – 11 years (led by Geraldine Heaney) and the other open to 12 – 16 years.
Nu Gen is a weekly art group for those aged 12 – 16 years old.
Led by a professional artist, each session is designed to develop skills and knowledge in different themes and techniques in art. Perfect for young people interested in drawing, painting or sculpture – and a chance to experiment with materials and learn new techniques to make artworks. No experience needed and all materials will be provided.
Tuesday night Fiddle Classes
Artists, facilitators and musicians Celine, David and Marco lead each session and are on hand to provide support and tuition during the session.
The aim is to provide a friendly and supportive space for collaboration and musical experimentation – with (optional) performance and recording opportunities on offer at the end of the 10 week block.
We have two sessions aimed at young people:
5:15 – 5:45pm | children and young people (beginners).
5:45pm – 6:30pm | children and young people.
| Tuesday Guitar Classes Artists, facilitators and musicians Celine, David and Marco lead each session and are on hand to provide support and tuition during the session. The aim is to provide a friendly and supportive space for collaboration and musical experimentation – with (optional) performance and recording opportunities on offer at the end of the 10 week block. We have some guitars available for use during classes – please enquire when booking. https://www.platform-online.co.uk/whats-on/event/96 |
Thursday Night Drama Group 16+
Participants will collaborate with one another and two practicing theatre makers to develop a rich experience in all aspects of devised theatre.
You will learn new ways of working with text, image and movement and work towards public performances. You will gain confidence in working with your own interests and ideas and learn new approaches to collaborating with others. Whilst the form and content of each performance will change, we promise to commission currently practicing writers, makers, directors and performers to work alongside the group. These commissions are offered to artists interested in collaborating with Thursday Night Drama members to create high-quality productions.
These classes are offered on a Pay-What-You-Like basis, where you decide what to pay. As a guide, we recommend a payment of £5 per class.
Book via the website or drop by theBox Office at The Bridge. You must pre book your space before attending – please do not attend until you have booking confirmation. Activities are booked as a full block and a taster session may be available (dependent on availability). If you wish to try a class first – to enquire about a taster session please email tickets@platform-online.co.uk
Holly, who takes part in guitar lessons, said:
“I was lucky enough to get my own guitar for Christmas. I can play a few chords and have been doing some single string tunes. I’ve been listening to different types of music and for the parts with guitar”.
Artist Geraldine Heaney, Monday Night Drama leader, said:
“I absolutely love working with Monday Night Drama. Spidersaurus Park felt like an excellent example of the fun, chaos and hard work that goes on each Monday. The show was so silly and I think the audience would agree that you can see the young people lead the way we make shows.
“I was super proud to watch it all come together and to see the group totally throw themselves into it. A lovely warm audience and lots of smiling faces, including mine. I can’t wait to see what the group will come up with next!”.