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Through our community arts activities we aim to ensure that people of all
ages and from all communities have access to a wide range of educational
arts based experiences.
We recommend that you contact us before attending any of these classes
to check the details. YMCA reception: 0116 255 6507.
Most classes run during term time. Autumn Term dates are 3 Sept – 21 Oct & 29 Oct – 16 Dec 2007. For more information on any of our active art classes please call 0116 255 7066.
Dramarama
Bob Christer and Sheetal Pattni
A popular club for children aged 8 – 12. A great opportunity to socialise, play, learn about drama and create performances.
Pre-booking is required, as places are limited. Call Amy on 0116 2046216
MONDAYS: 5–6.30pm Dance Studio
PRICE: £3 per week
Inter-ACT
Amy Wale and Damion Nickerson
An exciting series of workshops for young people aged 13-16 to learn
professional acting techniques including tableaux, improvisation, character
work and devising. The group will be able to explore themes of their choice
to create original performances.
Pre-booking is required. To book call Amy on 0116 2046216.
MONDAYS: 5:30 - 7pm Theatre
PRICE: £3 per week
R'n'B Dance
Lucy Bailey
This beginner’s class in jazz and street dance teaches up to the minute styles found
in chart and R’n’B music videos. Lucy from dance trio Sistaz of Vision does a warm
up plus a new step-bystep R’n’B routine each week.
TUESDAYS: 6–7pm Dance Studio
PRICE: £4/£3 concession
Egyptian Dance - Intermediate
Yvonne Mahdy
Called Raos Sharqi in Arabic and sometimes known as Belly Dance in English, this Eastern dance class is a fun, empowering form of movement that loosens joints, builds lower back muscles, and brings relaxation and well being.
Additional sessions are held for beginners. For more information contact Yvonne on 0777 151 6057.
WEDNESDAYS: 6–7.30pm Dance Studio
PRICE: £6
Salsa
Salsa classes are taking a break, but we hope to restart in autumn. If you are interested in starting Salsa please contact Amy on 0116 2046216 or email communityarts@leicesterymca.co.uk
Y Create
Time: Saturday morning and Thursday evening
A fresh, bold, innovative approach to performing arts activities for tots, teens, and adults. Through dance, drama and music individuals can increase their creative potential, technique and confidence whilst socialising and having fun. STOP PRESS: HALF TERM WORKSHOPS ANNOUNCED.
For more information and prices call 07870 587 369 / 07962 369 841 or email ycreate@hotmail.com
Drum Clinic
Wolde Selassie
This class is for anyone interested in playing rhythms from West Afrika, birth place of the
Djembe, as well as South Africa and the Caribbean. A popular and relaxing way to share
cultural history, the group also play at many events around the city. There is a limited
number of spare drums, please bring your own if possible.
SUNDAYS: 6-8 Dance Studio (term time)
PRICE: £4/£3 concession
For more activities including martial arts and fitness, please go to the
Health & Fitness page.
Other Opportunities
Emergency
Every quarter The Y and Speakeasy Theatre Company present a showcase of tantalising taster performances of
music, dance, drama and comedy from across the region. Come along and discover new talent and the future
of live entertainment.
For details of the next event call The Y on 0116 255 7066.
If you are interested in performing at Emergency! Call Speakeasy on 0116 2836646.
Farside Music
Farside 2 welcomes you to an international acoustic music club seeking to encourage the diverse array of musical talent on offer in the region with featured artists and open mic slots. Singers and instrumentalists from all backgrounds will find a ready welcome. For monthly listings, check the local press and web: www.farsidemusic.org.uk
Sambando
Sambando play and teach a range of Brazilian based street rhythms and perform at festivals and events
all over Leicestershire and beyond. Experienced samba drummers may join the resident group but they
also provide sessions for beginners periodically.
For further information contact Leicester YMCA or
go to www.sambando.co.uk
Art in the Bar
The Y has a small gallery space that exhibits the work of regional artists for free.
For further information please call the Amy on 0116 2046216 or artseducation@leicesterymca.co.uk
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