Where to find us

mac is situated only a few minutes from Birmingham’s City Centre, Located in Cannon Hill Park, opposite the County Cricket ground on Edgbaston Road, off Pershore Road (A441) and Bristol Road (A38).

mac is easily accessible using all the major city road routes and is served by a number of buses from Birmingham City Centre including 1,35,45,47,62 and 63.

You can find us by walking through Edgbaston Mill or driving along Queens Ride, where there is a large free car park and bicycle stands.

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Explore, learnand discover...Artsfest/Drop in Weekend: Sat 11 – Sun 12 Sep 2010 Autumn Term: Mon 13 Sep – Sun 12 Dec 2010

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Explore, learn and discover...

Firstly we would just like to say thank you, our summer learning and participation programme welcomed over 3000 people back to mac’s new facilities and we are delighted with the response. The autumn season offers an even greater range of workshops and courses and we can’t wait to get started.

Each course aims to develop your experience and knowledge in an enjoyable and relaxed setting while focusing on digital, performing or visual arts and often the creative spaces in between. Film buffs may choose to venture into the reels of film history in our weekly class Celluloid and for those budding or established artists, our visual arts studios will be home to some brand new classes. In autumn, weekends offer even more for families to enjoy and half term is packed with artist opportunities which include a night out with choreographer Fleur Darkin!

There is so much happening we couldn’t possibly fit it all in to this introduction so please explore the programme and if you’re not sure what to choose or need some more information simply call our sales and information team who will be happy to help, or join us over Artsfest Weekend (11–12 Sep) to meet the Artist Tutors and try out some of the activities for free.

We look forward to seeing you.

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Autumn Course run from 13 Sep – 12 Dec (12 Weeks) and will include a week break over half term unless otherwise stated.

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Artsfest/Drop in Weekend. Sat 11 – Sun 12 Sept As part of Artsfest, the UK’s biggest free arts festival, we will be hosting a range of fun activities at mac. Alongside cinema a screenings, performance previews and sharings, you will be given the opportunity to test drive some of our exciting autumn courses. With everything from drawing and painting to digital media this is the perfect time to try out a class and speak to the Artist Tutors. For further information and to see a full timetable visit www.macarts.co.uk, contact sales and information on 0121 446 3232 or pick up a leaflet from mac.

Visual ArtsDrawing and Painting CeramicsSculpture and 3DTextilesJewellery

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Drawing and PaintingPractical Visual Enquiry NEWDay/Time: Mon, 10am–12pm Level: All levels Age: Adults Tutor: Helen Tarr Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA01AU)

Using project based work use your imagination to develop creative ideas through painting, drawing and mixed media.

Bring an A4 artist’s sketchbook and drawing pencils (B2–B6). Further information will be discussed in the first session.

See it, draw it, paint it Day/Time: Mon, 1–3pm Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Sally Delaney Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA04AU)

Translate your creative potential into images, learn basic skills such as drawing and colour mixing and explore ways of recording, through observation and imagination, with see it, draw it, paint it.

Visuality: A Creative Introduction to Art TechniquesDay/Time: Wed, 7–9pm orThu, 10am–12pm Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Sally Delaney Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA02AU/AA03AU)

Visuality is all about developing your own visual language. In an atmosphere of creative, playful learning; you will be encouraged to explore new mark making skills through set exercises and to experiment using mixed media. The course will also provide group and individual guidance/tuition, developing your confidence in expressing ideas through visual mediums.

The Drawing BoardDay/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Paul Bartlett Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA05AU)

The Drawing Board explores the creative potential of pencils. Using graphite, charcoal, pastel, colour and water–soluble pencils; develop skills in line, form and composition from a variety of subjects including still–life, portrait, landscape and abstract subject matter.

Observation PointDay/Time: Tue, 1.30–3.30pm Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Paul Bartlett Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA06AU)

Based on observation of natural forms within still–life, figure and landscape, Observation Point brings the park into mac and mac into the park. The sessions will take inspiration from the arts centre’s environment and through a mixture of set projects, you will be able to develop your own themes using drawing, painting and mixed mediums.

Drawing and Painting courses (pages 3, 4 & 5) do not include material costs. Paper will be available to buy but please bring all other basic materials including drawing pencils, charcoal, putty rubber or an eraser. Your Artist Tutor will provide further advice following the first session.

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About Face: Contemporary PortraitureDay/Time: Thu, 1.30–3.30pm Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Paul Bartlett Studio: P&D Price: £95.00 (£80.00) inc model fee (AA07AU)

If faces fascinate you, then you’ll enjoy learning the basics of traditional portraiture alongside a fresh, contemporary approach to the genre. Throughout this course you’ll experiment with direct observation of portrait models and develop works as images in their own right.

Experimental Drawing: Why and how do we draw? Day/Time: Thu, 7–9pm Level: All Levels Age: Adults Tutor: Sally Butcher Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA08AU)

Through a series of investigative activities using various drawing materials and methods, we uncover drawing as a tool for discovery. By embracing mistakes and taking risks, we consider the power of the medium to document, communicate, explore and even offer emotional release. Join us if you have an enthusiasm for drawing and want to expand your skills or develop an exciting portfolio.

Experimental DrawingDay/Time: Tue, 7–9pm Level: Int Age: Adults Tutor: Sally Butcher Studio: P&D Price: £77.00 (£64.00) (AA16AU)

This course is aimed at those who have some understanding of conventional drawing practice and wish to expand their skills in exciting new directions. Through a series of investigative activities we will embrace experimental methods and materials to push the boundaries of drawing, exploring its complexities as a medium in its own right, as well as its potential to cross other art forms.

Life DrawingDay/Time: Sat, 9.30am–12.30pm Level: All levels Age: Adults Tutor: Sally Delaney Studio: P&D Price: £99.00 (£85.00) inc model fee (AA09AU)

Working directly from a life model, this course will introduce different ways of looking at and interpreting the human form. The Artist Tutor will guide through set exercises and experiments.

Build Your Art Portfolio NEWDay/Time: Thu, 4.30–6.30pm Age: 13+ Tutor: Sally Butcher Studio: P&DPrice: £65.00 (AA11AU)

Through a series of exciting projects, using drawing and painting mediums, you will explore formal elements such as composition, form, tone and texture to investigate different ways of seeing. This course will provide a fun creative learning experience to help develop practical skills across a range of materials and processes. Open to anyone with an enthusiasm for art who wants to expand their visual vocabulary and particularly good for GCSE/A–Level preparation and development.

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Ceramics

Ceramica: Introducing CeramicsDay/Time: Mon, 7–9pm or Wed, 7.30–9.30pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: AdultsTutor: Sue Lilleman Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (CE01AU/CE02AU)

Covering the basic making techniques in clay, including coiling, slab pots and press moulding, by the end of the course, you will take home an understanding of the unending possibilities that clay can offer as well as a finished piece.

Ceramica IIDay/Time: Tue, 10am–12pmLevel: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Sue Dyer Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (CE03AU)

If you’re a beginner this course will teach you basic hand–building techniques for coiling, pinch and slab pots, while taking inspiration from contemporary and historical ceramics. For those with experience this class provides the perfect opportunity to refresh skills or focus on developing personal projects with guided assistance from the Artist Tutor.

Cultural Ceramics – African NEWDay/Time: Tue, 1–3pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Sue Dyer Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (CE04AU)

Exploring African pots and sculpture these sessions will focus on decorative and sculptural possibilities of clay, while allowing for the use of impressed decoration.

Cultural Ceramics – Japanese NEWDay/Time: Tue, 7.30–9.30pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Sue Dyer Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (CE05AU)

Focusing on both ancient and contemporary Japanese ceramics and decorative processes such as inlay, this course will cover hand building techniques, thumb pots, coiling and slab pots. There will also be an opportunity to work with porcelain.

Functional ObjectsDay/Time: Wed, 10am–12pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Sue Lilleman Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (CE06AU)

From table and kitchenware to garden planters and trinket boxes, come along and make original, fuctional work at this lively class. Sessions will focus on traditional hand building techniques of coiling, slabbing and throwing on the wheel.

Please bring an apron and wear old clothes for ceramic classes (pages 5 & 6). Clay, glaze and firing charges are not included in stated prices, please ask your Artist Tutor in one of the early sessions for details.

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Sculptural FormsDay/Time: Thu, 3–5pm Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Sue Lilleman Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00)(CE07AU)

Scupltural Forms explores hand–building clay techniques with a focus on less conventional ways of making and glazing. In addition to using techniques such as modelling, coling, slab–work and press moulds, throughout the course you will experiment with a range of textural and decorative techniques to discover the more expressive side of ceramic arts.

WheelworkDay/Time: Fri, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: David Wicks Studio: PO Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (CE09AU)

The potter’s wheel is an ancient tool which has been in use for around five thousand years. Over the course period the Artist Tutor will demonstrate basic techniques of throwing and turning forms on the wheel for bowls, vases or plates, alongside finishing techniques in decorating and glazing. Places are limited to 7 learners – book early.

Sculpture & 3D

TransformationsDay/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Int Age: 16+ Tutor: Luke Williams Studio: S Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (SC01AU)

Experiment through short projects, while learning to bend and mould materials such as cardboard and paper, to create three dimensional forms that draw influence from a range of manmade and natural objects.

Bodyscape: Figurative Sculpture Day/Time: Tue, 10am–12pm or Tue, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Paul Brown Studio: S Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (SC02AU/SC03AU)

Explore ways to sculpt the human figure in clay using both traditional and contemporary techniques. Working from a model you will create a figure or head, with step by step guidance from Artist Tutor Paul Brown. You will also learn how to correctly prepare works for firing or casting.

Please bring a wooden work board (approx 12x18”), old knives and/or wooden sculpture modelling tools.

Explore ScupltureDay/Time: Thu, 1–3pm Level: Beg Age: 16+ Tutor: Paul Brown Studio: S Price: £87.00 (£73.00) (SC04AU)

Working with a variety of materials during this class, you will gain an understanding of figurative and abstract sculptural form, develop ideas or concepts from a range of sources including drawings, photographs or illustrations, and convert them into an Artist Tutor or self–led project.

Textiles

Soft Jewellery and Felted Accessories NEWDay/Time: Tue, 7–9.30pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Sarah Leigh Studio: TEX Price: £95.00 (£80.00) (TE01AU)

Using merino wool fibres, soap and water, learn the art of felt making. Throughout the course you will be given step by step instructions on how to make a range of jewellery and accessories, while also discovering the art of seamless felting.

Wool fibres will be available to purchase. A list of other required materials and suppliers is available on registration.

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Paper, Fabric, StitchDay/Time: Wed, 10–12pm (11wks)Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £73.50 (£60.00) (TE02AU)

Explore the process of creating your own unique designs using paper, fabric and stitch. Introducing block and screen printing and machine embroidery, the course offers a practical exploration into surface design.

Constructed TextilesDay/Time: Wed, 1–3pm (11wks)Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £73.50 (£60.00) (TE03AU)

Push the boundaries of textiles, paper and stitch. Using processes such as batik, collage, silk, paper making and printing the course will place an emphasis on raising surfaces whilst introducing 3D elements.

Explore Feltmaking NEWDay/Time: Mon, 1–3pm (11wks) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £73.50 (£60.00) (TE05AU)

This course covers traditional and contemporary felt making with opportunities to experiment with a range of fibres, fabric and wool. Come along and create tactile surfaces for stitch and dye and try more advanced techniques including resists and nuno felting to develop functional & non–functional pieces.

Sculptural VesselsDay/Time: Wed, 7.30–9.30pm (11wks)Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £73.50 (£60.00) (TE04AU)

Learn how to create 3D sculpted vessels and textured surfaces using resists with natural wool and silk fibres. These fabulous textured felt and silk vessels can then be adorned with stitch or other decorative embellishments.

Please bring along a sketchbook and a small variety of sewing and knitting yarns such as fancy or roving, buttons, beads, ribbons, shells or stones to add your own personal surface decorations.

Explore Textiles NEWDay/Time: Mon, 7.30–9.30pm (11wks) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £73.50 (£60.00) (TE06AU)

In this practical introduction and exploration into textiles you will use a variety of techniques and materials to develop personal projects. In addition, you will be encouraged to develop your own designs using batik, screen printing, feltmaking and embroidery with elements of paper making and dyeing.

For textiles courses (pages 6 & 7) please wear old clothes. Bring an apron, sketch or notebook and any preliminary drawings you may like to work with. Textile course fees do not include material costs. Materials can be purchased from mac with advice from your Artist Tutor.

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Jewellery

Introduction to JewelleryDay/Time: Wed, 9.30am–12pm, Wed, 7–9pm or Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Nick Greenhough Studio: JE Price: Wed am – £105.00 (£90.00) Wed/Mon pm – £90.00 (£76.00)(JE01AU/JE02AU/JE03AU)

Fuel your interest in jewellery with this introductory course that covers basic techniques, including soldering, saw piercing and filing. Using a variety of materials such as gliding metal, copper, silver and silver clay and with guidance from an experienced practicing jeweller, this course will provide you with a wealth of tips and background knowledge to tempt you into the world of jewellery.

Jewellery Workshop

Day/Time: Mon, 3.30–5.30pm orWed 12.30–2.30pm Level: Imp/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Nick Greenhough Studio: JE Price: £90.00 (£76.00) (JE04AU/JE05AU)

If you already have a basic knowledge of jewellery making, then this course is for you. By working on individual projects professional jeweller Nick Greenhough will help you to extend and develop your existing skills. Using a variety of materials such as silver and metal clay, you will be encouraged to try different processes such as granulation and casting techniques using wax or resin. The course will also offer useful hints and tips of the trade.

Jewellery: Open Studio NEWDay/Time: Tue, 6.30–9pm (starts 21 Sep) Level: Imp/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Naomi Sheppard Studio: JE Price: £96.50 (£82.50) (JE06AU)

Open Studio sessions are great for those who already have some basic knowledge of jewellery. During the sessions you will be encouraged to try out new ideas and processes or supported in the development of your own individual projects.

Plastic Fantastic NEWDay/Time: Thu, 3.30–5.30pm (starts 23 Sep) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Naomi Sheppard Studio: JE Price: £82.50 (£70.00) (JE07AU)

Explore the world of plastics in this introductory course that experiments with a range of material techniques. Guided by a professional Jeweller, build up your basic skills, develop your creativity and challenge the notion of non–precious jewellery while creating an exciting piece of contemporary jewellery to your own design.

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Bejewelled Day/Time: Thu, 12.30–2.30pm(starts 23 Sep) Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Naomi Sheppard Studio: JE Price: £82.50 (£70.00)(JE08AU)

Guided by an experienced practicing jeweller, Bejewelled draws on traditional jewellery design methods to inspire new, creative pieces of wearable art. Aimed at beginners and those wishing to develop their creativity, the course focuses on fundamental and practical skills needed to produce and complete a finished piece of jewellery of your own design.

Contemporary JewelleryDay/Time: Thu, 7–9pm (starts 23 Sep) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Naomi Sheppard Studio: JE Price: £82.50.50 (£70.00) (JE09AU)

This is a relaxed and enjoyable introduction to contemporary jewellery for both beginners and anyone seeking to expand their skills. Throughout the course emphasis will be placed on the creative development of ideas and different ways of approaching design and making with a contemporary edge.

Jewellery course fees do not include material costs. mac sells a basic kit of some metals and saw blades. If you decide to use precious metals the Artist Tutors will offer guidance upon request.

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Digital Divas Day/Time: Tue, 28 Sep, 5 & 12 Oct, 10am–2pm (inc lunch break) Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Nettie Edwards Studio: ME Price: £45.00 (£40.00) (DM01AU)

An introduction to the popular craft of Digital Scrapbooking, for women aged 18 to 80, with artist Nettie Edwards. Wondering what to do with your unprinted digital photographs or that box of photos in the loft? Bring them along to mac and join the world–wide community of Digital Divas.

Beginner–friendly, but some basic knowledge of using a computer is an advantage.

Animate Day/Time: Wed, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: 16+Tutor: Mo Islam Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM02AU)

Develop your basic technical and creative skills in iStop Motion animation. Throughout this course you will produce a short animation, learn about voiceovers and frame rates and gain an understanding and appreciation of both image and clay based animation.

Web DesignDay/Time: Tue, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: 16+ Tutor: Mo Islam Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM03AU)

This course will aim to give you an insight into basic website development and some functionality within specific website technologies. Web Design is a recreational course suitable for people who wish to gain some practical IT skills and to build confidence using digital software.

From Inside to Outside: Producing and Releasing Original Music on the Web Day/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: 16+ Tutor: Matt Fisher Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM04AU)

Ever wanted to produce your own music and have it heard over the internet? From Inside to Outside increases your understanding of music production and the routes you can take to release it online. Create your own sounds from scratch, source samples, produce effects and bring your music to life with the use of software automation to enhance your mix.

Image: Nettie Edwards

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Sonic ArtDay/Time: Thu, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: 16+ Tutor: Matt Fisher Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM05AU)

What happens when sounds of slamming doors are combined with a soundscape of barking dogs merged with electronic melodies? Want to find out? In this workshop series you will gain an insight into Sonic Art and its diverse practices. Workshops will reflect briefly on electronics, noise, image, music and sound and you will be encouraged to develop new skills through practical application and experimentation with creative technologies.

Photoshop Skills NEWDay/Time: Fri, 2–4pm or 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Pamela Ginn Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM06AU/DM07AU)

A perfect introduction to the amazing image manipulation capabilities of Adobe Photoshop. Aimed at beginners, learn all about creating designs and how to edit images using techniques that include resizing, resolution, colour correction, layers and creative filters.

The Art of Computer Games Day/Time: Tue, 4.30–6.00pm or Sat, 9.30–11am Level: Beg Age: 11+ Tutor: Chris Hamilton Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM14AU)

Take a creative step into digital media and gaming, where alongside traditional skills you will develop ideas and create your own virtual characters.

Urban Music Production Day/Time: Wed, 4.30–6.00pm or Sat, 11.15–12.45pm Level: Beg Age: 11+ Tutor: Carla Brown Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM09AU) (DM15AU)

This course offers you the chance to create your own bass–lines and beats and discover the basics of audio editing and MIDI sequencing for computer music.

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Turning Tables Day/Time: Thu, 4.30–6.00pm or Sat, 1.30–3pm Level: Beg Age: 14+ Tutor: Carla Brown Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM10AU)

Future DJ’s step up for an in–depth course covering all the basics, including turntablism, mixing techniques, digital Djing, beats and bars. By the end of this course, you’ll have more techniques, tricks and tunes in your record bag and will be given the opportunity to share your skills with others.

Digital DJ NEWDay/Time: Sat, 3.15–4.45pm Level: Beg Age: 14+ Tutor: Carla Brown Studio: ME Price: £99.00 (£85.00) (DM11AU)

Digital DJ–ing is the future. In this class get to grips with the industry standard DJ software, Serato. Installed on high spec Apple Mac computers, this course takes you through the functions of Serato and gives you the chance to experience all the possibilities this software can offer firsthand.

Exposure I: Digital PhotographyDay/Time: Mon, 3.15–4.45pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: David Rann Studio: ME Price: £80.00 (£65.00) (DM12AU)

Aimed at newcomers to digital photography, Exposure I begins by introducing the basic controls and techniques common to all types of digital cameras. Through practical tasks, Artist Tutor led instruction and demonstration you will develop your confidence in digital photography but also compositional and creative awareness. Please bring along your digital camera, regardless of format or type. Don’t let your camera go to waste.

Exposure II: Digital Photography NEW Day/Time: Mon, 4.45–6.15pm Level: Imp/Int Age: AdultsTutor: David Rann Studio: ME Price: £80.00 (£65.00) (DM13AU)

If you already have a basic knowledge of your DSLR camera’s main controls, this course will show you how to develop your technical, creative and visual skills via practical assignments, whilst also widening your general understanding of the photographic medium, its presentation and impact.

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Stand Up Comedy NEW Day/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: AdultTutor: James Cook Studio: PM2 Price: £80.00 (£65.00) (CC01AU)

From microphone technique to writing one–liners, you’ll go through the process of developing your own stand–up act with the option to perform before a paying audience. No previous experience necessary, just an open mind and a sense of humour. Award–winning Comedian James Cook leads the sessions.

Course will run over half term period and break for a week on Mon 8 Nov.

Dance

Flamenco IDay/Time: Mon, 8.30–9.30pm Level: Beg/imp Age: AdultsTutor: Stephanie Ratkai Studio: E Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA01AU)

Concentrating on simpler, more light–hearted forms of flamenco dance such as tangos, rumbas and fandangos, this course will take you through basic footwork, posture, hands, arms and short choreography. You will also receive an introduction into the history of flamenco and its many forms.

Flamenco IIDay/Time: Mon, 7.30–8.30pm Level: Imp/Int – minimum 2 yrs experience Age: Adults Tutor: Stephanie Ratkai Studio: E Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA02AU)

Covering technique, posture, footwork, arms, hands and choreography, this class will build up a repertoire of choreographies, which will include more complicated forms of the dance such as bulerias, alegrias and soleá.

Flamenco classes will be accompanied by a guitarist.

Please wear a low, block–heeled (‘cuban–heeled’) shoe and full skirt (ladies).

Jazz Dance

Day/Time: Tue, 7–8pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: AdultsTutor: Katie Inns Studio: E Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA03AU)

Artist Tutor Katie Inns leads a fun and energetic dance class exploring both classical jazz dance and street jazz techniques. Classes consist of floor and centre work, developing strength, flexibility and stamina. During the course, Katie will put her choreographic skills to work, collaborating with the class to create a new jazz dance piece.

Tap DanceDay/Time: Tue, 8–9pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: Adults Tutor: Katie Inns Studio: E Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA04AU)

Come and try a fun and sociable class that explores the techniques of tap dance. Alongside basic tap movements, you will learn exercises that strengthen ankles, knees and hips. Steps will be taught in short sequences and over the course of the term will be linked to form a short dance piece.

Please wear shoes suitable for tap dancing.

Bollywood DanceDay/Time: Wed, 7–8.30pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: 16+ Tutor: Navida Bukhari Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA05AU)

Inspiration from the East unified with refinement from the West is the epitome of this innovative dance. Throughout this course you will discover a rich variety of styles, from classical and street to contemporary and hip hop. These styles will blend together to create a fusion form of South Asian Dance choreographed using both the music and dramatic styles of Bollywood films.

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Stepping Out NEW

Day/Time: Sun, 2–3pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: 50+ Tutor: Katie Inns Studio: R/PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA06AU)

Stepping Out is aimed at the more mature dancer taking a gentle pace through dance technique. Exploring both creative and contemporary techniques the class aims to maintain fitness and suppleness of the joints. The class will consist of a warm up and stretch and development of a routine throughout the term ending with a cool down and relaxation period.

Kathak I Day/Time: Sat, 11.45am–12.45pm Level: Beg Age: 8yrs – AdultsTutor: Sonia Sabri Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA07AU)

Birmingham based, and internationally renowned, choreographer and dancer Sonia Sabri returns to mac with her favourite dance style. Kathak is a north Indian dance style, accentuating grace and fluidity of movement, precision of rhythm and intricacy of storytelling using mime and gesture.

Kathak IIDay/Time: Sat, 12.45–1.45pm Level: Int Age: 10yrs – AdultsTutor: Sonia Sabri Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA08AU)

For those more familiar with Kathak, Sonia leads a follow on class, which develops skill, ability and an understanding of this richly diverse north Indian dance style. Classes will look to create new dance pieces, inspired by other cultural references found in mac’s programme.

Please bring a notepad and ankle bells (ghungroo) and wear a simple cotton 3 piece Indian suit (Artist Tutor can advise where to purchase these items), class will be barefoot.

Bharatanatyam IDay/Time: Sun, 6–7pm Level: Beg Age: 5yrs – Adults Tutor: Chitraleka Bolar Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA09AU)

This course offers a beautiful introduction to Bharatanatyam a dance form from South India that encompasses emotion (BHA–va), music (RA–ga) and rhythm (TA–la). Throughout the course you will explore the classical dance movements of the Bharatanatyam style, and work towards performing a creative dance piece based on movement techniques and hand gestures.

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PerformBharatanatyam IIDay/Time: Sun, 5–6pm Level: Int – minimum 2 yrs experience Age: 6yrs – Adults Tutor: Chitraleka Bolar Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DA10AU)

Building on basic principles, choreographer and dancer Chitraleka Bolar leads a dance class which includes a deeper study of the techniques and movements of Bharatanatyam.

Please come appropriately dressed for Indian Dance – a cotton three piece Indian suit (salwaar–kameez) would be ideal.

Creative Contemporary Dance I Day/Time: Fri, 8.15–9.15pm Level: Beg Age: 16+ Studio: E Tutor: Maria Blundell–Palethorpe Price: £80.00 (£68.00) (DA11AU)

Learn the basic principles of contemporary dance, increase your level of fitness and interact with like–minded people. No experience necessary, enthusiasm to get moving essential

Creative Contemporary Dance II Day/Time: Fri, 6.45–8.15pm Level: Imp/Int Age: 16+ Studio: E Tutor: Maria Blundell–Palethorpe Price: £85.00 (£73.00) (DA12AU)

Improve your technique by practising movement phrases designed to increase stamina and artistic expression. These dynamic classes are influenced by the styles of Martha Graham and Merce Cunningham and aim to challenge each individual and provide the opportunity to create with others.

Music Unplugged

The Songwriting CircleDay/Time: Wed, 7–9pm Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Dan Whitehouse Studio: M5 Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MU02AU)

Whether you wish to improve your song writing skills, learn how to capture that moment of inspiration, or immerse yourself in the cathartic benefits of song writing – this is the course for you. Topics will include song structure, lyrics, inspiration, the business of song writing and the immersion technique.

Play Guitar IDay/Time: Wed, 7–9pm, 30 minute one to one sessions to be bookedLevel: Beg/Imp Age: 6yrs to Adults Tutor: Gary Williams Studio: M4 Price: £130.00 (£115.00) (MU03AU)

In this 30 minute, one–to–one class you will learn the basics of guitar playing. Once you have grasped the fundamentals, you’ll then be guided how to identify notes across the whole fret board, basic improvisation, power chords/movable barre chords, playing in a style of your choosing.

Play Guitar IIDay/Time: Sun, 5–7pm – 30 minute one to one sessions to be bookedLevel: Int/Adv Age: 6yrs to Adult Tutor: Kit Robertshaw Studio: M4 Price: £130.00 (£115.00) (MU05AU)

This is the ideal follow up for anyone who has completed a beginners course. Each 30 minute one–to–one session will focus on various musical styles and techniques required for great performances. The aim of these sessions will be to expand your musical knowledge as you learn more advanced and challenging pieces of music, again of your own choosing.

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PerformPlay PianoDay/Time: Sat, 9–12 and Sat, 12.30–2.30pm and 3–5pm – 30 minute one to one sessions to be booked Level: Beg/Imp Age: 5yrs to Adult Tutor: Pete Rossiter Studio: M2 Price: £130.00 (£115.00) (MU06AU)

With an emphasis on inspiration and motivation these one–to–one sessions will focus on developing new skills, keyboard techniques, improvisation, listening and music theory. The sessions are tailored to suit each individual and are fun as well as informative.

Play Drums and PercussionDay/Time: Wed, 5.30–7pm, Thu, 5.30–7pm (starts 23 Sep) – 30 minute one to one sessions to be booked Level: All Levels Age: 8yrs to Adult Tutor: Laurence Hunt Studio: M5 Price: £120.00 (£105.00) (MU18AU)11 week course (ending w/c 29th Nov)

Whether you’re an absolute beginner, already playing in a band, looking to improve your technique or simply want to broaden your musical influences this course caters for you. With Laurence’s guidance, you will develop a better understanding of the varied world of drums and percussion.

Violin for BeginnersDay/Time: Tue, 6.30–7.30pm Level: Beg Age: 9yrs to Adult Tutor: Diane Hiley Studio: M1 Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MU07AU)

An introductory class for budding violin players, who want to learn how to play, read, write and listen to music. Taught in small groups, sessions include theoretical and practical instruction in music and instrumental playing, technical exercises and short pieces. The course will include small amounts of written work; musicianship activities and learners will be expected to practise outside the lessons.

Guitar for BeginnersDay/Time: Sun, 3.30–4.30pm Level: Beg Age: 6yrs to AdultsTutor: Kit Robertshaw Studio: M1 Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MU10AU)

Learn how to play the guitar from scratch and look at different musical notation, whilst gaining confidence playing as part of a group. You will finish the course with the ability to further your learning, either on your own or with those you meet at this course.

For Music Unplugged all learners must bring their own instruments with the exception of Play Piano and Play Drums and Percussion course. Artist Tutors can advise.

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PerformPlay ViolinDay/Time: Tue, 4.30–6pm and 7.30–9pm – 30 minute one to one sessions to be booked Level: Int Age: 7+ Tutor: Diane HileyStudio: M3 Price: £130.00 (£115.00) (MU11AU)

These 30 minute, one–to–one lessons will cover violin technique, reading and writing music, understanding music, performance skills and aural training. You will be expected to practise outside the lessons and will be able to take exams if appropriate.

Books/sheet music can be purchased from the Artist Tutor, students will need to provide their own instrument (advice is available).

Tabla I NEWDay/Time: Tue, 7.30–8.30pm Level: Beg Age: 7+ Tutor: Harjinder Matharu Studio: M2 Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MU12AU)

The tabla consists of a set of two drums, treble and bass, and originates from North India. In these lively group sessions you will learn basic strokes, rhythm and speed control. Students with experience concentrate on technique, simple rhythms and development to performance level.

Tabla II NEWDay/Time: Wed, 7–8pm Level: Imp/Int Age: 7+ Tutor: Sarvar Sabri Studio: M2 Price: £85.00 (£70.00) (MU13AU)

World renowned Sarvar Sabri teaches learners of all ages who have a desire to improve and develop a high standard of playing. Sarvar teaches not only the art of playing solo but also how to accompany vocal and instrumental music and dance within collaborative settings. You will develop your technique to play complex rhythms and compositions, fast tempos, a range of dynamics and explore advanced time cycles.

Please bring your own tabla. The Artist Tutor can advise beginners.

Dhol Drum NEWDay/Time: Tue, 6.30–7.30pm Level: Beg Age: 8+ Tutor: Harjinder Matharu Studio: M2 Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MU14AU)

The dhol drum is a large Indian drum played with sticks, mainly for bhangra music and dance. In these lively sessions you will learn basic strokes and bhangra rhythms. Those with prior experience will focus on technique, simple rhythms and development to performance level.

Please bring your own Dhol. The Artist Tutor can advise beginners.

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Music Improvisation NEWDay/Time: Thu, 7–9pm Level: Int Age: 16+ Tutor: Michael Hurley Studio: M5 Price: £85.00 (£70.00)(MU15AU)

Improvisation is organising sound without rehearsal or notation. Based on free music and jazz tradition, this course will encourage you to explore extended techniques of performance, and ways of interacting with an ensemble to create expressive textures and grooves.

Beginners to improvisation are welcome, however, 2+ years of experience on instrument or voice is desirable.

Klezmer Weekend NEWDay/Time: Sat, 2 and Sun, 3 Oct or Sat, 27 and Sun 28 Nov, 10am–4pm (inc. lunch break) Level: Int Age: 16+ Tutor: Sue Shortland–Webb and Sally Russell Studio: F Price: £75.00 (£67.00) (MU16AU)

Artist Tutors Sue Shortland (violin/fidl) and Sally Russell (cello) offer a unique opportunity to learn how to play and dance to Klezmer. Join the growing musical community from all around the world and spend the weekend learning how to play and dance to Klezmer.

This course is suitable for Grade 5 and above or those learning music by ear.

Make a Band NEWDay/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Int Age: 16+ Tutor: Dan Whitehouse Studio: M5 Price: £85.00 (£70.00)(MU17AU)

Have you ever dreamt of playing in a band? If so, this is the course for you. Over the 10 week course, we will take you from “bedroom musician” to a recorded artist and playing in front of a live audience.

Drama

Physical Theatre NEWDay/Time: Sat, 2.45–4.45pm Level: Beg Age: 14+ Tutor: Mike Tweddle Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DR01AU)

Physical Theatre explores human relationships and non–verbal communication. You will learn to use your body to create brilliant theatre, exploring all the styles of acting along the way. You will develop your powers of silent communication, spatial awareness and rhythm, in order to really engage your audience. Over the course period you will create an original piece of theatre to be performed at mac at the end of the course.

For Music Unplugged all learners must bring their own instruments with the exception of Play Piano and Play Drums and Percussion course. Artist Tutors can advise.

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PerformCreative Drama for Adults NEWDay/Time: Wed, 2–4pm or 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Daniel Tyler Studio: R/E Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DR02AU/DR03AU)

Curious about acting and being onstage? This adult theatre workshop is open to all, to be creative, develop new performance skills, have fun, build confidence and meet new people.

No previous experience necessary – just lots of enthusiasm.

21st Century Shakespeare NEWDay/Time: Tue, 6.30–8pm Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Daniel Tyler Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DR04AU)

Do the words of Shakespeare leave you confused? 21st Century Shakespeare is designed to show you how to bring Shakespeare’s words to life. You will be introduced to playing Shakespeare and making his works and characters current and relevant.

Second Life NEWDay/Time: Thu, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: 16+Tutor: Chris Johnston Studio: F Price: £85.00 (£70.00) (DR05AU)

This insightful course combines the use of film, live performance and the interactive gaming environment of Second Life, to explore the juxtapositions of digital and live performance. During the course you will create improvised film as a body of material and control your Avatars to interact with you live in a improvised frame – creating a mixed media performance to be showcased at the end of the course.

Theatre and Language: Using Script NEWDay/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: 16+Tutor: Kerry Downing Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (DR06AU)

Using script, whether classical or contemporary, come and learn different ways to bring the script and characters to life with Kerry Downing. The course will use practical sessions to analyse text and develop a range of characters. Through acting techniques you will explore a range of scripts. Using a variety of dramatic techniques to broaden your creative imagination and build on performance skills.

Play and Physical Presence in Performance NEWDay/Time: Sat, 25 Sep 10am–4pm (including lunch break), Level: Int Age: AdultsTutor: Jane Sutcliffe Studio: E Price: £25.50 (£21.00) (DR07AU)

This workshop aims to develop your physical presence on stage. Why do we often watch one performer more than another? What makes their performance magical? Jane Sutcliffe will encourage you to explore and extend your range of physical and emotional performance vocabulary through a series of theatre games and movement techniques.

Devising Drama NEWDay/Time: Sat, 9th Oct 10am–4pm (inc. lunch break) Level: Beg/IntAge: 16+ Tutor: Daniel Tyler Studio: E Price: £25.50 (£21.00) (DR10AU)

This workshop introduces and develops the skills used when devising performance pieces. This class will draw on your imagination, energy and creativity and will lead to unique and original performance material.

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The Creative Spark: Devising Physical, Visual Theatre NEWDay/Time: Sat, 20 Nov 10am–4pm (inc. lunch break), Level: Int Age: AdultsTutor: Jane Sutcliffe Studio: E Price: £25.50 (£21.00) (DR08AU)

How do we create visual, physical theatre? What are our starting points and reference markers along the way? How do we create structure and narrative? Explore object theatre, text, physical gesture and the use of the empty space.

Making Theatre: Directing NEWDay/Time: Sat, 27th Nov 10am – 4pm (inc. lunch break) Level: Beg/Int Age: 16+ Tutor: Daniel Tyler Studio: E Price: £25.50 (£21.00) (DR11AU)

Explore the exciting and hugely significant role of a theatre director, the basic skills required and some key approaches to staging texts and original pieces. Engaging practical activities will provide an introductory insight into some of the techniques and processes necessary for successful direction.

Stagecraft: Backstage Theatre Skills NEWDay/Time: Mon, 6.30–9.30pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: Sebastian Barnes Studio: TW Price: £115.00 (£99.00) (DR09AU)

Are you part of a community or school theatre? Do you use live performance spaces and theatrical technical equipment? Stagecraft explores the theory and practice of lighting, sound and staging equipment. The course looks at some of the processes involved in off–stage work and explores how live performances are planned, budgeted and delivered.

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Celluloid: Film Analysis NEWDay/Time: Tue, 6.30–9.30pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: Daniel Whistler Studio: BR Price: £90.00 (£80.00) (CS01AU)

Screening key films, some recent and some from the past, Daniel Whistler will encourage you to examine the workings of cinema thematically and on different levels. Together you will question the role of stylised cinematography, directed control versus openness and improvisation, identification with actors, inner narration, pacing, approaches to realism, and ‘the dream logic’ of cinema’s essence.

Celluloid will run until 15 Dec and break for a week for over half term period Wed 8 Dec.

World Cinema NEWDay/Time: Wed, 6.30–9.30pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: Daniel Whistler Studio: BR Price: £90.00 (£80.00) (CS02AU)

During this course you will screen, examine and discuss influential masterpieces from around the world. The flowering of films from diverse cultures across the decades, have expanded the range of cinema’s achievements, giving audiences an insight into ways of life, and aspects of humanity, thought, emotion and crisis.

The Writers Reading GroupDay/Time: Wed, 7–9pm (Fortnightly, commencing 22 September) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Polly Wright Studio: DPrice: £38.50 (£31.00) (LT02AU)

Looking for a reading group with a difference? During this course you will select a variety of books and poetry anthologies to discuss and explore and through set tasks you will be encourage to think about the writer’s style and subject choice. No writing experience necessary, passion for books essential.

Outspoken NEW Day/Time: Thu, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: 16+ Tutor: Adrian Johnson Studio: BR Price: £77.00 (£65.00) (LT03AU)

‘Outspoken’ with the Birmingham poet laureate, Adrian Johnson. Share some of the greatest audio visual and published UK poetry from around the last thirty years and together take an inspirational journey to write and speak out new work.

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PilatesDay/Time: Sun, 10–11am Price: £75.00 (£63.00) Studio: RDay/Time: Mon, 5–6pm Price: £75.00 (£63.00) Studio: PEDay/Time: Thu, 7–8pm Price: £75.00 (£63.00) Studio: PE Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Leroy Henry (MV01AU/MV02AU/MV03AU)

Pilates is a technique that combines strength, stretching, breathing and balance to focus upon developing flexibility and posture, whilst supporting the spinal column. This course is suitable for complete beginners and will introduce you to the basics of Pilates.

Funky PilatesDay/Time: Thu, 8–9pm Level: Int/Adv Age: Adults Tutor: Leroy Henry Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV04AU)

Based on Pilates methods, Funky Pilates is a new exciting concept that is designed to mobilise the whole body utilising a variety of dance elements, from break dance to jazz ballet. The course aims to improve co–ordination skills, helping the body make sense of space and awareness, whilst offering a relaxing escape and possible weight loss.

Gentle Hatha YogaDay/Time: Wed, 11–12.30pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: Jill Woodman Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV05AU)

An introduction to Hatha Yoga is suitable for complete beginners and for those who prefer a gentler approach to their physical practice. Emphasis is placed on mindfulness during all aspects of the practice, building awareness and focus regardless of physical ability. The course will introduce a range of key postures, followed by a seated breath practice and guided relaxation. This class is not suitable during pregnancy.

Introduction to the Alexander TechniqueDay/Time: Wed, 7–8.30pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: Jill Rigby Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV06AU)

A mixture of talks and practical activities in groups, showing how the principles of the Alexander Technique can be applied to everyday life. This course aims to explain how the principles of the Technique improve the way that we can respond to the demands that we face in our lives.

Please bring your own thin yoga mat to yoga class. We recommend that you take advice from your doctor before doing any physical exercise if you suffer from a medical condition.

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Hatha Yoga for BeginnersDay/Time: Tue 7–8.30pm Level: Beg Age: AdultsTutor: Simon Hunt Studio: PE Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV07AU)

The class will provide an opportunity for students to learn and practice Hatha yoga. Over the six weeks we will experience meditation, develop an asana practice (postures) and utilise pranayamas (breathing exercises). Students will appreciate how yoga is an enjoyable process which can be developed safely and with confidence and become a profound relaxation.

Hatha YogaDay/Time: Thu, 7–8.30pm Level: All levels Age: Adults Tutor: Simon Hunt Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV08AU)

This class is appropriate for beginners and those seeking to deepen their awareness of an existing practice. We will utilise sitting meditation, asanas, pranayamas and the Savasana (deep meditation posture). Over the course, you will learn how to recognise the subtle meditation of each posture and realise your own capabilities for developing a yoga practice, in a way which is both enjoyable and deeply relaxing.

Astanga YogaDay/Time: Thu, 5.30–7pm or Fri, 6.30–8pm Level: All levels Age: Adults Tutor: Robin Aurora Studio: R (Thu) PE (Fri) Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV09AU / MV10AU)

An energetic, dynamic form of yoga which can be seen as meditation in movement. Move through a series of therapeutic postures synchronised with deep rhythmic breathing, building heat throughout the body. Astanga yoga is great cardiovascular exercise that builds strength, flexibility, stamina and body tone. This form of yoga is ideal for those who like activity.

Pranayama Yoga NEWDay/Time: Tue, 8–9.30pm Level: All levels Age: AdultsTutor: Roger Vincent Studio: R Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MV11AU)

In Pranayama Yoga gentle stretches, relaxation techniques and breathing exercises bring a feeling of well–being. This class promotes suppleness and will help you to master the art of relaxation, releasing tension from the body and calming the mind. Basic yoga philosophy is also explained. Postures are based on a sequence that can be used at home, and are stretched gently into and out of without being held for any length of time. Please bring your own thin yoga mat to yoga class. We recommend that you take

advice from your doctor before doing any physical exercise if you suffer from a medical condition.

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Family

Family PotteryDay/Time: Sat, 12.30–2.30pm Level: All Levels Age: 8–16 yrs, with accompanying adult Tutor: Kate Tilley Studio: PO Price: £125.00 for adult and one child, additional child £62.00 (CE11AU)

Explore the world of clay together learning all about the different hand–building techniques and exciting ways there are to decorate your clay work. Over the duration you can learn the basics or if you have more experience, work on your own project with support from the Artist Tutor.

Family Drawing and Painting Day/Time: Saturday 1–3pm Age: 5+yrs (with accompanying Adult) Level: Beg/Int Tutor: Claire Hickey Studio: D&P Price: £125.00 accompanied by an adult, additional child £60.00 (AA10AU)

Come and have fun being creative in a relaxed learning atmosphere. Drop in for a morning of practical activity exploring various elements of drawing and painting to create imaginative and exciting art work. Engage in the set projects or simply produce your own piece of art with specialist support from Artist Tutor Sally Butcher.

Paper will be available to buy but please bring all other basic materials including drawing pencils, charcoal, putty rubber or eraser. Your artist tutor will provide further advice following the first session.

Family GuitarDay/Time: Sun, 2.30–3.30pm Level: All abilities Age: 6+ accompanied by an adultTutor: Kit Robertshaw Studio: M1 Price: £110.00 for one adult and one child, additional child £75.00 (MU09AU)

A course for one parent and one child, offering a progressive look at playing, focusing on different musical notation and how to approach learning guitar. The aim will be to use an instrument

as a bonding experience for both parent and child to learn and more importantly, practice and play together.

Happy Ever After Days Day/Time: Sat 4, 11, Tue 21, Thu 23 & Wed 29 Dec; Sun 2 & Mon 3 Jan, 11am–5.30pm Age: 6+ Price: £20 (£17.50), Family Ticket £66*

Have a magical day at mac this Christmas as you discover The Lost Happy Endings, a deeply imaginative and wonderful story by the nation’s favourite writer and best loved poet, Carol Ann Duffy.

Come along and take part in a visual or performing art workshop and explore some of the creative themes and design used in our Christmas production. After the workshop enjoy a relaxing lunch in our Bridges Café bar; before seeing the show itself and then meeting the actors for an exclusive post–show tea party.

The Lost Happy Endings is brought to the stage by Red Earth and mac.

For details on workshop content please visit www.macarts.co.uk or call 0121 446 3232

Happy Ever After Days are for families to participate in and enjoy together. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

*A maximum of two adults and two children or at least one adult and up to three children.

Please note lunch is not included in the ticket price.

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Art

Art ExplorersDay/Time: Sat, 10–11.30am Level: Beg Age: 8+ Tutor: Paul Brown Studio: S Price: £65.00 (SC05AU)

The workshop where the only limit is your childs imagination. Working with a variety of materials, children will make a host of creative pieces ranging from furry lion masks, scary Dracula puppets to model mechanical robots.

Creative MashupDay/Time: Sat, 12–1.30pm Level: BegAge: 11–14yrs Tutor: Paul Brown Studio: S Price: £65.00 (SC06AU)

This is a mixed media workshop experimenting with recycled and found objects, paint, card, paper mache and polystyrene. The class will encourage children to develop their skills and creative flair by designing and creating of a variety of amazing 3D objects such as space ships, racing cars or fantasy islands.

Children’s Paper Animation NEWDay/Time: Sat, 1–3pm Level: Beg Age: 7+ Tutor: James Bourne Studio: TEX Price: £65.00 (TE07AU)

Develop skills in drawing, storytelling and photography with artist James Bourne to create your own moving images. Working to a theme, on this exciting course learners will use traditional and digital materials to produce a stop frame animation.

Children’s Saturday Pottery ClubDay/Time: Sat, 9.30–11.30am Level: All Levels Age: 8+Tutor: Kate Tilley Studio: PO Price: £65.00 (CE10AU)

Get your hands dirty having fun exploring the world of clay, learn all about the different hand–building techniques and imaginative ways to decorate what’s made. Over the course duration, the Pottery Club will make houses and hills, people and palaces, even mice and monsters.

smARTDay/Time: Sat, 10–11.30am Level: Beg Age: 5 – 7yrs Tutor: Louisa Brown Studio: TEX Price: £65.00 (SC07AU)

There is lots of fun to be had for the young artists at smART. Children can make a mosaic, a clay lantern, a decorative door plaque for your front door or even present for the grandparents. With plenty of support and encouragement, children will get to experiment with a wide range of 2D and 3D materials in a fun and friendly studio.

Please bring an apron and wear old clothes to all Art classes (pages 22, 23 & 24). For pottery firing charges are not included in course price please ask Artist Tutor for information in the first session.

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Colourstrings NEWDay/Time: Sat, 9.30–10.15am or 10.15–11am Level: Beg Age: 4–6yrs Day/Time: Sat, 11.30–12.15am or 12.15–1pm Level: Beg Age: 7–10yrs Tutor: Katrin Gilbert Studio: M1 Price: £65.00 (MU18AU)

Young children learn violin in small group lessons with the Colourstrings approach. Combining instrumental lessons with learning through folk and traditional songs, Kodaly solfege, physical movement, coloured notes, and imagery. Lessons are structured around fun musical games and using the imagination, while at the same time developing the musical ear.

The Colourstring ABC Violin Book can be purchased from the tutor. Parents or carers are expected to provide instruments, but may seek advice from the tutor. Parents are warmly invited to attend sessions at any time.

Guitar for Beginners Day/Time: Wed, 6–7pm Level: Beg Age: 7–12yrs Tutor: Gary Williams Studio: M1 Price: £75.00 (£63.00) (MU04AU)

Get to know the basics – from tuning, learning the names of the strings to basic open position chords and melodies. Through learning to play popular songs by current artists, this beginner’s course seeks to build understanding and confidence in guitar playing.

Dance

Capoeira for ChildrenDay/Time: Sat, 9.30–10.30am Level: Beg Age: 6–15 Tutor: Vicky Hawkesford Studio: PE Price: £55.00 (DA17AU)

Delivered by Formada Vicky of the Associação de Capoeira Convivência, the first fully qualified female Capoeira instructor in Birmingham. Capoeira is an exciting Brazilian art form comprising of martial arts, dance & acrobatics practiced to music. For this class, please wear comfortable clothes that you can move in and trainers.

Dance Mash Up NEW

Day/Time: Sun, 1–2pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: 8+ Tutor: Katie Inns Studio: E Price: £55.00 (DA19AU)

A fast paced class incorporating street, freestyle, jazz and contemporary styles to popular music. Sessions will encourage creativity and confidence as well as developing coordination. Each class will consist of a warm up, a routine and creative session followed by a cool down and relaxation.

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StreetdanceDay/Time: Sat, 10.45–11.45amLevel: Beg/Imp Age: 11+ Tutor: Vicky Hawkesford Studio: PE Price: £55.00 (DA18AU)

Come and try these fun & funky classes that offer a range of dance styles and skills. A street inspired fusion of hip hop, breakdance and contemporary dance – it’s an opportunity to get funky, fit & enjoy yourself at the same time. Please wear comfortable clothes that you can move in and trainers/dance shoes.

Creative Dance Day/Time: Sun, 10–11am Level: Beg/Imp Age: 5–10yrs Tutor: Katie Inns Studio: E Price: £55.00 (DA14AU)

Creative dance is an explorative class using stories and emotions as a basis for movement. Children will learn short phrases and have the chance to create their own movements improving creativity, coordination and posture.

Tap Dance for Teenies Day/Time: Sun, 11am–12pm Level: Beg/Imp Age: 5+Tutor: Katie Inns Studio: English Price: £55.00 (DA13AU)

Tap for Teenies is a fun and energetic class exploring the basic tap technique. By using percussive foot and hand movements, children will learn a sense of rhythm, strengthen ankles and knees and improve posture.

Contemporary Dance for Teens I NEWDay/Time: Fri, 5.30–6.30pm Level: Beg Age: 12+ Studio: R Tutor: Maria Blundell–Palethorpe Price: £70.00 (DA15AU)

An introductory contemporary dance class, where you can bring your moves and fuse with the basic techniques of contemporary dance, build stamina and increase confidence whilst having fun.

Children should wear confortable clothes to dance sessions

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Contemporary Dance for Teens II NEWDay/Time: Fri, 4.30–5.30pm Level: Imp/Int Age: 12+ Studio: PE Tutor: Maria Blundell–Palethorpe Price: £70.00 (DA16AU)

This class is aimed at young people with some prior knowledge of contemporary dance and aims to expand your movement vocabulary whilst improving technique, and increase flexibility.

Drama

Animated ActingDay/Time: Mon, 7–9pm Level: Beg Age: 14–18yrs Tutor: Katerina PushkinStudio: PE Price: £65.00 (DR14AU)

Animated Acting gives you the chance to create varied and entertaining performances for comedy, tragedy and everything in between. In this playful introduction to expressive physical and vocal performance, director Katerina Pushkin shows you how to use improvisation and games to bring out the humanity in any character.

A fun and friendly physical acting course sure to boost your confidence.

The Art of Play ScriptDay/Time: Saturday 1.15–3.15pm Level: Beg Age: 12–18yrsTutor: Kerry Downing Studio: R Price: £65.00 (DR15AU)

With script in hand, whether classical or contemporary, come and learn different ways to bring the script to the stage with experienced Director Kerry Downing. This course will show you how to analyse text and characters by using a variety of dramatic techniques to broaden your creative imagination and experience scripts coming to life.

Creative DramaDay/Time: Sat, 10–11.30am Age: 5–7yrs or 11.30–1.00pm Age: 8–11yrs Level: BegTutor: Kerry Downing Studio: R Price: £65.00 (DR12AU/DR13AU)

A unique introduction into the world of theatre–making for budding young performers. Introducing a wide variety of styles including improvisation, clowning, puppetry and everything in between. Whilst unlocking creative imaginations, each budding performer will learn to work as a group and find new ways to express themselves physically and vocally, creating a performance to share utilising their newly acquired skills. No experience necessary but plenty of enthusiasm essential.

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Short Courses

Day Workshops

The Big Draw www.campaignfordrawing As part of the national Campaign for Drawing, join one of our specially programmed activities and see your work exhibited right here at mac.

Adventures in DrawingDate/Time: Mon 25, 10.30am–12pm or 1–2.30pm Age: 16+ Studio: P&D Price: Free

Come and join the adventure as we travel around mac on a drawing journey. Follow the trail from one drawing station to the next, exploring unique ways to draw what you see through the viewing portals.

Family Drawing workshopDate/Time: Tue 26, 1–2.30pm Age: 5+ with accompanying adult Studio: P&D Price: £7.50 additional child £5.50

Have fun with mono–printing, exploring ways to draw with different textures and techniques to create unique portraits or exciting abstract patterns.

Experimental DrawingDate/Time: Tue 26, 7–9pm Age: Adults Studio: P&D Price: Free

Explore drawing as a tool for discovery. Through a series of inventive drawing techniques using unusual materials we let the creative ideas flow as marks emerge freely on the page.

Making Your MarkDate/Time: Thu 28, 11–12.30pm Age: 7+ Studio: P&D Price: £5.50

Explore dynamic mark making as we create explosive and atmospheric autumnal landscapes, inspired by Chinese artistic traditions.

Making Your Mark Date/Time: Thu 28, 1:30–3pm Age: 7+Studio: P&D Price: £5.50

Discover experimental mark making to create exciting images of natural autumnal forms with a range of unusual mediums from mud to boot polish.

Family DrawingDay’/Time: Sat 30, 10.30am–12pm Age: 5+ with accompanying adult Studio: P&D Price: £7.50 additional child £5.50

Halloween is here. Come and create some scary ghosts and ghouls through the magic of ink and water.

Wheelwork Weekend NEW Day/Time: Sat 30 & Sun 31 Oct, 10am–2pm Level: Beg/Imp Tutor: Kate Tilley Studio: PO Price: £35.00 (£30.00) per weekend session (CE12AU)

Ceramists Kate Tilley leads an intensive weekend of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Place are limited to 7 – book early.

Open Studio: Ceramics NEWDay/Time: Tue, 26 or Thu 28 Oct 10am–3pm Level: Some experience needed Tutor: Kate Tilley Studio: POPrice: £15.00 (£12.00) per session (CE13AU)

Artist Kate Tilley will be on–hand to offer help and guidance, allowing you to explore your own project ideas, extend your ceramic knowledge or to simply spend a relaxing day being creative in the Ceramics Studio.

Please bring an apron and wear old clothes for ceramic classes. Clay and firing charges are not included in the above prices, please ask your artist tutor in one of the early sessions.

Half term: Mon 25 Oct – Sun 31 Oct

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Jewellery Weekend Workshop Day/Time: Sat 30 & Sun 31 Oct, 10am–4pm Level: Some experience needed Age: Adults Tutor: Nick Greenhough Studio: JE Price: £45.00 (£38.00) per weekend (JE10AU)

This weekend allows beginners to improved basic techniques and for those with some experience it provides an opportunity to explore ideas further.

Open Studio: Jewellery Day/Time: 10am–4pm (inc lunch break), Mon 25 Oct; Wed 27 Oct Level: Some experience needed Age: Adults Tutor: Naomi Sheppard Studio: JE Price: £22.50 (£19.00) per day (JE11AU)

For those who already have basic experience and knowledge of jewellery, these open studio days will encourage you to extend your existing skills. Sessions encourage you to develop your own individual projects or during the sessions you will try out new ideas and processes.

Expressive Screenprinting

Day/Time: Sat 30 Oct, 10am–4pm (inc lunch break) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £25.00 (£22.00) (TE10AU)

Explore the process of creating screenprint designs, fusing stencils, direct free form drawing and mono printing techniques to create your own unique expressive textiles. Bring along any design source materials or images to inspire your designs and let the creative magic unfold….

Felt to Dye for!Day/Time: Tue 26 Oct, 10am–4pm (inc lunch break) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £25.00 (£22.00) (TE08AU)

Create a highly textured felt journal jacket, combining a variety of white wool, fibres and fabrics which you will then dye to reveal and highlight. Finished journal covers can then be further stitched and embellished.

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HalfTerm

Batik: Paper, Fabric and Wax Day/Time: Fri 29 Oct, 10am–4pm (inc lunch break) Level: Beg/Int Age: Adults Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £25.00 (£22.00) (TE09AU)

Experiment with a range of batik techniques, building layers of wax and dyes, to construct decorative textile pieces. Working on paper and fabric, Artist Tutor Emma Jackson will guide and encourage you to try out new processes.

An Introduction to Making Short Films Day/Time: Sat 30 Oct & Sun 31 Oct, 10–4pm (inc lunch break) Level: Beg Age: Adults Tutor: Nick Fogg Studio: ME Price: £75.00 (£67.00) (DM15AU)

Intensive filmmaking weekend – suitable for anyone interested in developing their filmmaking skills. Plan, shoot, and edit your own live action short film, and work in different roles to help crew and support fellow participants. Shoot on high definition cameras and edit using Apple’s Final Cut software.

Children and Young People

Stay and Play Day/Time: Mon 25 – Fri, 29 Oct 10–11.30am or 1–2.30pm, Age: 2+ accompanied by an adult Tutor: Claire Hickey Space: TG Price: £7.50 accompanied by an adult, additional child £5.50 per session (AA12AU)

Join in the creative fun with a series of art workshops that encourages families to look at art in a new way together. Explore a different visual art form each day and learn different techniques and imaginative ways to use 2D and 3D materials. With inspiration from traditional and contemporary art, learn the basic skills to encourage creativity in your family whilst having fun together.

Art Stars Day/Time: Mon 25, Wed 27 or Fri 29 Oct 12.30–2pm Level: Beg Age: 5 – 7yrs Tutor: Louisa Brown Studio: S Price: £6.25 per session (AA13AU)

Would you like to be a star of Art? Then come and enjoy a fun and creative art workshop. Using various art techniques, make a piece of art from a range of 2D and 3D materials. Projects will include clay work, still life paintings, mosaics and craft work.

Shadowy Shapes Day/Time: Tue 26, Oct 10am–3pm (inc lunch break) Age: 11+ Tutor: Luke Williams Studio: W Price: £10.00 (SC08AU)

Transform the ordinary into something extraordinary. Using 3D objects both found and made, light projection and shadow play; join sculptor Luke Williams as he shows you how to make a shadow sculpture which can only come to life when lit up.

Comics and Cartoons

Day/Time: Sat, 30 Oct or Wed 27Oct 1.30–3pm Age: 7–12yrs Tutor: Laura Howell Studio:P&D Price: £7.25 (AA14AU)

Perfect for kids who love cartoons and comics and would like to have a go at drawing their own, this workshop will provide a fun introduction to basic cartooning skills. Starting with simple shapes, and using familiar characters as examples, they will think about how to create new characters and ideas for short stories told in comic strip form. Even the most hesitant artist will be amazed at what they can produce.

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HalfTerm

Animal MasksDay/Time: Thu 28 Oct, 10am–12pm or 1–3pm (inc lunch break) Age: 6+yrs Tutor: Paul Brown Studio: SPrice: £7.25 per session (AA15AU)

Children will create an amazing 3–D animal mask, using card, tissue paper, furry fabric, ping pong balls, coloured pipe cleaners and feathers.

Creatures from the DeepDay/Time: Mon 25 Oct 10am–12pm Level: All Levels Age: 6+ Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £7.25 (TE10AU)

Using aquatic inspiration children will design a felted art work with fish, octopus, starfish, lampfish and crabs to decorate their bedroom.

Design a T–Shirt

Day/Time: Mon 25 Oct, 1–3pm Level: All Levels Age: 6+ Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £7.25 (TE11AU)

Grab lunch and catch up with friends while the kids design their own T–Shirts.

Please bring a plain white T–shirt to print on.

Beads GaloreDay/Time: Wed 27 Oct, 10am–12pm Level: All Levels Age: 6+ Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £7.25 (TE12AU)

Take a break over half term while the kids design a necklace or bracelet by making beads using fimo clay.

Play with PrintDay/Time: Wed 27 Oct, 1–3pm Level: All Levels Age: 6+ Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £7.25 (TE13AU)

In this fun creative session children will create unique patterns on paper & fabric.

Masked IdentitiesDay/Time: Thu 28 Oct 10am–12pm or 1–3pm Level: All Levels Age: 6+ Tutor: Emma Jackson Studio: TEX Price: £7.25 (TE14AU)

Let the kids imagination go wild as they make a fabric mask with feathers, sequins and moulded felt inspired by the Venetian masked Carnival.

Fleur Darkin Ensemble: DISGO Day/Time: Mon 25 Oct – Fri 29 Oct, 10am Age: 14–18yrsPrice: £55 (£45) Studio: Performance (DA22AU)

Creating a new closer proximity between dancer and audience, DISGO creates an exclusive experience for everyone. Set in a stunning immersive light design by Sam Collins, in DISGO dancers interact with the audience to create a riot of choreography. This residency offers young dancers the opportunity to join Fleur Darkin and her professional company, take part in daily classes and be immersed in the choreography that underpins the show. At the end of the week you will perform as part of the cast.

Suitable for GCSE/A Level Dance students.

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Professional Development Opportunities

Song of the Goat’s Macbeth

Professional Artists WorkshopSat, 16 Oct, 10am–4pm (inc lunch break) Age: Adults Studio: F Price: £35.00 (£33.00) (DM15AU)

This autumn award–winning Polish company Song of the Goat Theatre re–tell the story of Macbeth in a powerful production presented by an international ensemble of eight exceptional performers.

Led by past and present company members the intensive one day workshop is aimed at theatre professionals with an interest in working in an integrated way with text, movement and song.

Through the exploration of the strong ensemble principles which are at the core of the company’s work and the Macbeth production, the workshop offers a unique opportunity to enhance skills of presence, concentration, flexibility, strength, rhythm; agility, flow and harmony, while working with this leading theatre company.

Price includes a ticket to see the performance (Wed 13–Fri 15 Oct, 8pm) and a ticket to participate in the workshop. Participants must see the show before attending the workshop.

Participants should be prepared to work physically and vocally throughout the day. Please wear comfortable practice clothes and be prepared to work in bare feet.

Untied Artists: Al Bowlly’s Croon Manifesto Wed 6 Oct, Evening Age: Adults Studio: F Price: Free (DA20AU)

Roll up the carpet and push back the chairs.

Untied Artists and The Gramophone Party bring you a rip–roaring evening celebrating the life of 1930s crooner, Al Bowlly. While stock markets crashed and war loomed, Bowlly was redefining singing into the tender, expressive style that paved the way for pop. We are looking for social dancers (1930s style) with some experienceto participate in this day long workshop and then perform their works as part of the show.

please email learning@macarts.co.uk to register your interest.

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Fleur Darkin Ensemble: DISGO Professional Development Group

Mon 25, Tue 26, Wed 27 Oct6.30–9.30pm & Fri 29 Oct, all day + evening performance(rehearsals) Fri 29 Oct Age: 16+yrs Level: Adv Studio: PE Price: Free (DA21AU)

This exciting professional development opportunity is designed for dance students and graduates who would like to work with acclaimed dance company Fleur Darkin Ensemble on their innovative piece DISGO. Participants will have the chance to rehearse with the company and to take part in a live performance here at mac.

SHOUT FestivalThu 4 Nov – Sun 7 Nov

The launch of SHOUT festival at mac explores the visibility of LGBT communities and individuals through visual arts, film, live performance, comedy and artist talks and discussions, research and social events. Highlights include a series of self portraits, developed through an artist residency for SHOUT festival 2010, by Qasim Riza Shaheen. As part of the artist residency Qasim has also created a live movement–based performance, American Country singer Tina C who talks about her journey from her roots in White Trash Poverty to being an award–winning, global piece worker and Presidential Candidate in 2008.

For more information visit www.getreadytoshout.org or to book tickets visit www.macarts.co.uk or call 0121 446 3232

Tuned on.Focusing on the Spoken Word BusinessSat 20 Nov, 4–6pmDeloitte Room Admission Free

Punch in partnership with Apples and Snakes presents a special Tuned on Session

Industry experts give a true insider’s perspective of how the Spoken Word business works, new commissions and future projects – The debate will address contemporary issues including strategies, tips and advice from some of the most successful and influential people in the scene

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InfoLearning at mac

mac has a range of learning & participatory opportunities available, including projects and workshop packages for schools and groups, which can take place both at mac or at settings elsewhere. If would like more information of how mac’s learning programmes might connect with you, or if you have an idea, project or partnership in mind, then please get in touch with mac’s creative learning team.

Artist Pass

Make mac your creative destination with our flexible Artist Pass Scheme, offering affordable access to our Dance, Music, Visual Art & Design studios, develop your individual ideas and practice using our excellent new facilities.

mac’s Artist Pass is for creative individuals who are experienced and confident in their own practice, to work without guidance in our studio spaces – though your often sharing the workspace with others who can offer helpful advice.

Those with less experience who are interested the pass scheme can recommended for application by Artist tutors following completion of courses at mac.

All successful Passholders must attend an induction before using the studios. A limited number of passes are available and following a successful application process, will be issued on a first come first served basis.

Applications can be downloaded from mac website or are available from the Sales and Information desk – to be submitted by Mon 13 Sep.

Enrolment and Registration

Sales and Information is open 9am – 8.45pm daily.

You can enrol on a course in person or by phone on 0121 446 3232. You can also book online 24 hours a day at www.macarts.co.uk Course tickets may be collected from mac’s Sales and Information desk, picked up from the ticket collection kiosks or sent by post (for a £1 charge).

Payment Methods

We accept the following methods of payments: Cash, all major debit and credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, Maestro, Delta & Solo) and cheque.

Visitor Information

If you miss a week or a number of weeks for any reason we won’t be able to issue a refund.

Refunds, Exchanges and Transfers

Fees may be refunded if cancellation is made 15 days prior to the course start date. Cancellations made after this time will not be refunded, unless we have to cancel a class due to circumstances beyond our control. Depending on availability, if after one session you decide that the learning programme you have enrolled on is unsuitable and notify us within 48 hours by contacting the Sales and Information team; we will endeavour to transfer you to another programme of your choice but cannot guarantee this in all cases.

While every effort is made to offer the learning programme as set out on mac’s website and literature, mac reserves the right to withdraw particular programmes and to change both the content and the pricing when the need arises without prior warning. Students who have already paid in full for a learning programme will not be subject to any price increase.

Full terms and conditions are downloadable from our website www.mactarts.co.uk or you may pick up a copy from Sales and Information. For directions and advice on getting to mac please see back page. mac has a range of materials to meet your class needs – please discuss with the Artist Tutor leading your class directly.

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What You Need For Your Course

Children’s courses and workshops

Parents should take their children to the studio where the activity is being held and collect them promptly at the end of the session. No previous experience is required by children to take part in any of our workshops or courses. Where indicated, parents should remain with their children throughout the session.

Ages

Courses and workshops have been developed and planned with specific age ranges in mind and we ask you to keep those suggested.

Materials

The cost of materials for visual arts courses for children is included in the fee. We do however sell a young

person’s art pack which is available from the studio. For adult courses, we only supply basic materials and with tutor guidance, learners then should provide their own. Some basic materials including paper are available for sale.

Pottery workshops

There is a charge for finished pieces that includes clay, firing and glazing. Please allow up to three weeks for firing before collection and where possible please contact the Visual Arts technician to arrange a convenient appointment (tel: 0121 446 3229). Tutors will issue young people with a receipt for their work, which should be brought to mac when collecting work.

Lunch

For all day workshops, children will be accompanied by Learner Support

Workers at lunchtimes but lunch is not provided by mac.

Clothing

We strongly recommend that young people wear either old clothes or an apron for any visual arts course.

Booking

Early booking is recommended for all courses – mac reserves the right to cancel courses that do not reach minimum number of bookings up to two days in advance.

Yoga

Adults should bring their own yoga mat to all sessions.

Course Code Times Level Location Page

Mon

Practical Visual Enquiry AA01AU 10am–12pm All Levels P& D 3

See it, draw it, paint it AA04AU 1–3pm Beg P& D 3

Explore Feltmaking TE05AU 1–3pm Beg/Int TEX 7

Exposure I: Digital Photography

DM12AU 3.15–4.45pm Beg DM 12

Jewellery Workshop JE04AU 3.30–5.30pm Imp/Int JE 8

Exposure I: Digital Photography

DM13AU 4.45–6.15pm Imp/Int DM 12

Pilates MV02AU 5–6pm Beg PE 22

Stagecraft: Backstage Theatre Skills

DR09AU 6.30–9.30pm Beg TW 20

Animated Acting DR14AU 7–9pm Beg PE 28

Stand Up Comedy CC01AU 7–9pm Beg PM2 13

The Drawing Board AA05AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp P& D 3

Ceramica: Introducing Ceramics

CE01AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp PO 5

Transformations SC01AU 7–9pm Beg/Int S 6

Introduction to Jewellery

JE03AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp JE 8

From Inside to Outside DM04AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp DM 10

Make a Band MU17AU 7–9pm Int M5 18

Theatre and Language: Using Script

DR06AU 7–9pm Beg R 19

Course Code Times Level Location Page

Explore Textiles TE06AU 7.30–9.30pm Beg/Int TEX 7

Flamenco II DA02AU 7.30–8.30pm Imp/Int E 13

Flamenco I DA01AU 8.30–9.30pm Beg E 13

Tue

Bodyscape: Figurative Sculpture

SC02AU 10am–12pm Beg/Int S 6

Ceramica II CE03AU 10am–12pm Beg/Int PO 5

Digital Divas DM01AU 10am–2pm Beg DM 10

Cultural Ceramics – African

CE04AU 1–3pm Beg/Imp PO 5

Observation Point AA06AU 1.30–3.30pm Beg/Int P&D 3

The Art of Computer Games

DM08AU 4.30–6pm Beg DM 11

Play Violin MU11AU 4.30–6pm or 7.30–9pm

Int M3 17

Dhol Drum MU14AU 6.30–7.30pm Beg M2 17

Violin for Beginners MU08AU 6.30–7.30pm Beg M1 16

21ST Century Shakespeare

DR04AU 6.30–8pm Beg R 19

Celluloid: Film Analysis CS01AU 6.30–9.30pm Beg BR 21

Jazz Dance DA03AU 7–8pm Beg/Imp E 13

Hatha Yoga for Beginners

MV07AU 7–8.30pm Beg PE 23

Experimental Drawing AA17AU 7–9pm Int P&D 4

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Web Design DM03AU 7–9pm Beg DM 10

Bodyscape: Figurative Sculpture

SC02AU 7–9pm Beg/Int S 6

Soft Jewellery and Felted Accessories

TE01AU 7–9.30pm Beg/Imp TEX 6

Tabla I MU12AU 7.30–8.30pm Beg M2 17

Cultural Ceramics – Japanese

CE05AU 7.30–9.30pm Beg/Imp PO 5

Tap Dance DA04AU 8–9pm Beg/Imp E 13

Pranayama Yoga MV11AU 8–9.30pm All Levels R 23

Wed

Introduction to Jewellery

JE01AU 9.30am–12pm Beg/Imp JE 8

Functional Objects CE06AU 10am–12pm Beg/Imp PO 5

Paper, Fabric, Stitch TE02AU 10am–12pm Beg/Int TEX 7

Gentle Hatha Yoga MV05AU 11–12.30pm Beg R/PE 22

Jewellery Workshop JE05AU 12.30–2.30pm Imp/Int JE 8

Constructed Textiles TE03AU 1–3pm Beg/Int TEX 7

Creative Drama for Adults

DR02AU 2–4pm Beg R/E 19

Urban Music Production DM09AU 4.30–6pm Beg DM 11

Play Drums and Percussion

MU18AU 6.30–9.30pm All Levels M5 16

World Cinema CS02AU 6.15–9.15pm Beg BR 21

Course Code Times Level Location Page

Jewellery: Open Studio JE06AU 6.30–9pm Imp/Int JE 8

Introduction to the Alexander Technique

MV06AU 7–8.30pm Beg PE 22

The Writers Reading Group

LT02AU 7–9pm Beg/Int DM 21

Bollywood Dance DA05AU 7–8.30pm Beg/Imp R 13

Tabla II MU13AU 7–8pm Imp/Int M2 17

Creative Drama for Adults

DR03AU 7–9pm Beg R/E 19

Visuality: A Creative Introduction to Art Techniques

AA02AU 7–9pm Beg/Int P&D 3

Animate DM02AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp DM 10

The Song Writing Circle MU02AU 7–9pm Beg/Int M5 15

Introduction to Jewellery

JE02AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp JE 8

Guitar for Beginners MU04AU 6–7pm Beg M4 26

Play Guitar I MU03AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp M4 15

Ceramica: Introducing Ceramics

CE02AU 7.30–9.30pm Beg/Imp PO 5

Sculptural Vessels TE04AU 7.30–9.30pm Beg/Int TEX 7

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Thu

Visuality: A Creative Introduction to Art Techniques

AA03AU 10am–12pm Beg/Int P&D 3

Bejewelled JE08AU 12.30–2.30pm Beg/Imp JE 9

Explore Sculpture SC04AU 1–3pm Beg S 6

About Face: Contemporary Portraiture

AA07AU 1.30–3.30pm Beg/Int P&D 4

Sculptural Forms CE07AU 3–5pm Beg/Int PO 6

Plastic Fantastic JE07AU 3.30–5.30pm Beg/Int JE 8

Turning Tables DM10AU 4.30–6pm Beg DM 12

Build Your Art Portfolio AA11AU 4.30–6.30pm All Levels P&D 4

Play Drums and Percussion

MU18AU 5.30–7pm All Levels M5 16

Astanga Yoga MV09AU 5.30–7pm All Levels R 23

Pilates MV03AU 7–8pm Beg PE 22

Hatha Yoga MV08AU 7–8.30pm All Levels R 23

Outspoken LT03AU 7–9pm Beg BR 21

Music Improvisation MU15AU 7–9pm Int M5 18

Contemporary Jewellery

JE09AU 7–9pm Beg/Int JE 9

Experimental Drawing: Why and how do we draw?

AA08AU 7–9pm All Levels P&D 4

Course Code Times Level Location Page

Sonic Art DM05AU 7–9pm Beg DM 11

Second Life DR05AU 7–9pm Beg F 19

Funky Pilates MV04AU 8–9pm Int PE 22

Fri

Photoshop Skills DM06AU 2–4pm Beg DM 11

Contemporary Dance II DA16AU 4.30–5.30pm Imp/Int PE 15

Contemporary Dance I DA15AU 5.30–6.30pm Beg PE 15

Astanga Yoga MV10AU 6.30–8pm All Levels PE 23

Creative Contemporary Dance II

DA12AU 6.45–8.15pm Imp/Int E 15

Wheelwork CE09AU 7–9pm Beg/Imp PO 6

Photoshop Skills DM07AU 7–9pm Beg DM 11

Creative Contemporary Dance I

DA11AU 8.15–9.15pm Beg E 15

Sat

Play Piano MU06AU 9am–12pm or 12.30–2.30pm or 3–5pm

Beg/Imp M2 16

Life Drawing AA09AU 9.30am–12.30pm

All Levels P&D 4

Capoeria for Children DA17AU 9.30–10.30am Beg PE 26

Colourstrings 9.30–10.15am or10.15–11am

Beg M1 26

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Course Code Times Level Location Page

The Art of Computer Games

DM14AU 9.30am –11am Beg DM 11

Children’s Saturday Pottery Club

CE10AU 9.30am–11.30am

All Levels PO 25

SmART SC07AU 10–11.30am Beg TEX 25

Creative Drama DR12AU 10–11.30am Beg R 28

Art Explorers SC05AU 10–11.30am Beg S 25

Streetdance DA18AU 10.45–11.45am Beg/Imp 27

Urban Music Production DM15AU 11.15am – 12.45pm

Beg DM 11

Colourstrings MU18AU 11.30am–12.15pm or12.15–1pm

Beg M1 26

Creative Drama DR12AU 11.30am–1pm Beg R 28

Kathak I DA07AU 11.45–12.45pm Beg PE 14

Creative Mash Up SC06AU 12–1.30pm Beg S 25

Family Pottery CE11AU 12.30–2.30pm All Levels PO 24

Kathak II DA08AU 12.45–1.45pm Int PE 14

Family Drawing and Painting

AA10AU 1–3pm Beg/Int P&D 24

Children’s Paper Animation

TE07AU 1–3pm Beg TEX 25

The Art of Script Play DR11AU 1.15–3.15pm Beg R 28

Turning Tables DM16AU 1.30–3pm Beg DM 12

Physical Theatre DR01AU 2.45–4.45pm Beg PE 18

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Course Code Times Level Location Page

Sun

Pilates MV01AU 10–11am Beg R 22

Creative Dance DA14AU 10–11am Beg/Imp E 27

Tap Dance for Teenies DA13AU 11am–12pm Beg/Imp E 27

Dance Mash Up DA19AU 1–2pm Beg/Imp E 26

Stepping Out DA06AU 2–3pm Beg/Imp R/PE 14

Family Guitar MU09AU 2.30–3.30pm All Levels M1 24

Guitar for Beginners MU10AU 3.30–4.30pm Beg M1 16

Play Guitar II MU05AU 5–7pm Int/Adv M4 15

Bharatanatyam II DA10AU 5–6pm Int R 15

Bharatanatyam I DA9AU 6–7pm Beg R 14

Weekend/Day Workshops Course Code Dates Times Level Location Page

Play and Physical Presence in Performance DR07AU Sat 25 Sep 10am–4pm Int E 19

Klezmer Weekend MU16AU 2 &3 Oct/27 & 28 Nov 10am–4pm Int F 18

Al Bowlly’s Croon Manifesto dance workshop DA20AU Wed 6 Oct Evening PD F 33

Devising Drama DR10AU Sat 9 Oct 10am–4pm Beg/Int E 19

Macbeth Artist Workshops DM15AU Sat 16 Oct 10am–4pm PD F 33

Open Studio: Jewellery JE11AU Mon 25/Wed 27 Oct 10am–4pm Some exp JE 30

Stay and Play AA12AU Mon 25 – Fri 29 Oct 10–11.30am or 1–2.30pm All levels TG 31

Art Stars AA13AU Mon 25, Wed 27 or Fri 29 Oct 12.30–2pm All Levels S 31

Creatures from the Deep TE10AU Mon 25 Oct 10am–12pm All Levels TEX 32

Design a T–Shirt TE11AU Mon 25 Oct 1–3pm All Levels TEX 32

DISGO – Professional Development Group DA21AU Mon 25, Tue 26, Wed 27 & Fri 29 Oct 6.30-9.30pm Adv/PD PE 34

DISGO – Residences DA22AU Mon 25 – Fri 29 Oct 10am–5pm Int/Adv PE 32

Shadowy Shapes SC08AU Tue 26 Oct 10am–3pm All Levels W 32

Felt to Dye for TE08AU Tue 26 Oct 10am–4pm Beg/Int TEX 30

Open Studio: Ceramics CE13AU Tue 26/Thu 28 Oct 10am–3pm Some exp PO 29

Beads Galore TE12AU Wed 27 Oct 10am–12pm All Levels TEX 32

Play with Print TE13AU Wed 27 Oct 1–3pm All Levels TEX 32

Comics and Cartoons AA14AU Wed 27 & Sat 30 Oct 1.30–3pm All Levels P&D 31

Animal Mask AA15AU Thu 28 Oct 10am–12pm or 1–3pm All Levels S 32

Masked Identities TE14AU Thu 28 Oct 10am–12pm or 1–3pm All Levels TEX 32

Batik: Paper, Fabric and Wax TE09AU Fri 29 Oct 10am–4pm Beg/Int TEX 31

Wheelwork Weekend CE12AU Sat 30 & Sun 31 Oct 10am–2pm Beg/Imp PO 29

Jewellery Weekend JE10AU Sat 30 & Sun 31 Oct 10am–4pm Some exp JE 30

Expressive Screenprinting TE10AU Sat 30 Oct 10am–4pm Beg/Int TEX 30

An Introduction to Making Short Films DM15AU Sat 30 & Sun 31 Oct 10am–4pm Beg DM 31

Focusing on the Spoken Word Business n/a Thu 18 Nov 6–9pm PD TG 34

The Creative Spark DR08AU Sat 20 Nov 10am–4pm Int E 20

Making Theatre: Directing DR11AU Sat 27 Nov 10am–4pm Beg/Int E 20

Artsfest/Drop in Weekend: 11–12 Sep 2010 Autumn Term: Mon 13 Sep – Sun 12 Dec 2010 All information is correct at time of going to press.

Key:BR:D:E:JE: F:

BryantDeloitteEnglishJewelleryFoyle Studio

ME:M1:M2:M3: TEX:

Media StudioMedia Studio 1Music Studio 2Music Studio 3Textile Studio

P&D:PE:PM1:PM2:PO:

Painting & DrawingPerformancePinsent Mason 1Pinsent Mason 2Pottery

R:S:TG:TW:W:

Randle StudioBehrens Sculpture StudioTerrace GalleryTheatre WorkshopWeston

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