All courses take place on Saturdays except where stated. Please note all fees quoted are exclusive of VAT. Examinations are offered on most courses for pupils who wish to take them.
General Courses
For Younger Children
These classes provide a fun introduction to the performing arts for the very young. As the child develops, at the discretion of the teaching staff, they can join classes in other disciplines. Please note, however, children cannot join Acting, Singing and Aerial classes until they are in the first year of school.
Children aged between 2 and 4 years are welcome to join Italia Conti in the following classes. Each last 30 minutes per class and cost £48.50 per term:
- Pre Primary musical production
- Pre-primary Ballet
- Pre-Primary Tap (age 4+)
Italia Conti Theatre Company Friday Evening
Primary/Junior: 5pm – 6:30pm
Inter / Senior: 6.30pm – 8pm
£100.00 per term
Musical Production
Musical Production is unique to Italia Conti. Pupils present their combined acting, singing and dancing skills in production numbers from well known musicals and popular songs. Teachers encourage pupils to develop and use their personalities.
Ages 3 – 6 years (30 minutes): £48.50 per term
Ages 7+ (60 minutes): £82 per term
Commercial classes
Ages 8+ 60 minutes £82 per term
Contemporary
Inter/Advanced 60 mins £82
Examination Classes
Jazz Dance (ISTD syllabus)
Jazz fills the commercial world of dance. Originally based on a basic ballet technique, the influence of street dance has developed jazz dance to encompass many different styles and challenges.
Intro to Jazz 30mins £48.50 per term
Bronze – Gold Jazz 60 minutes £82 per term
Jazz Fusion 60mins £82 per term
Ballet (RAD syllabus)
Ballet technique forms the basis of all dance forms. Training demands discipline, effort and dedication. Examinations and assessments may be taken by suitable candidates.
Saturday all grades / Evenings Thursday as shown on timetable
Pre -Primary to Primary (30 minutes): £48.50 per term
Grade 1 and above through to Intermediate Vocational (60 minutes): £82 per term
Advanced 1-2 Vocational (90 minutes): £123 per term
Modern Dance (ISTD syllabus)
Modern is designed to give the dancer style. Technical exercises and routine work are offered up to Teacher’s level.
Grade 2 -4 (30 minutes): £48.50 per term
Grade 5 and above (60 minutes): £82 per term
Tap (ISTD syllabus)
Tap remains an essential skill for all dancers. Italia Conti concentrates on free-style tap and examinations are offered to Teachers level.
Primary to Grade 3 (30 minutes): £48.50 per term
Grade 4 and above (60 minutes): £82 per term
Speech and Drama (leading to LAMDA awards) / Acting
These classes concentrate on voice production and acting technique. Students have the option to take LAMDA examinations up to 3 times a year in verse and prose speaking, acting and improvisation. Pupils are encouraged to develop physical and vocal acting skills in imaginative ways through games, improvisation and by interacting with others. Characterisation, text work and performance skills are also explored.
Classes held Saturday times as listed on timetable
All levels
30mins £48.50 per term
60 minutes £82 per term
Singing (leading to LAMDA Musical Theatre Awards)
Pupils study everything from light opera to rock and develop their solo skills as well as learning how to harmonise in groups. The importance of correct breathing and vocal technique is considered a vital part of class work.
Group singing 30mins £48.50
Group Singing 60 minutes £82 per term
1:1 Online 30 mins £17.50 per lesson / other onsite private lessons are available – please enquire
Aerial & Acrobatic Arts
Pre Primary – Junior 60 mins £95 per term
Junior- Inter 60 mins £95 per term
Inter-Senior 60mins £95 per term
Specialist
Performing Arts Package
This course has been devised to introduce students to the skills required, in order to pursue a successful career in the performing arts. Students benefit from a full performer’s training in all disciplines and are expected to reach a standard which will allow them to compete for full time training courses at F.E level. Students are especially encouraged to apply for entry into the Italia Conti Academy in London, and Italia Conti Guildford.
Saturdays 9 – 6pm
Primary/Junior/Inter & Senior: 6 classes of choice – 7th class FREE