Eclectic Arts Network

SPIRIT OF WRITING [SOW]

Spoken Word Series


The Performance of Spoken Word - Foundation 
[6 Part Course]
 


This foundation course will assist you to develop your writing skills, improve the delivery of your material and engage your audience...taking your performance skills to the next level.

This course has been written for writers by writers and will be held over six weeks starting on 9th February 2010, giving you practical guidance in the writing and performance of your material. This course will work with you as you gain a deeper understanding of the craft of writing, how to use rhythm to your advantage when writing and get the opportunity to work with musicians as you learn how to blend your delivery style with music. How do you protect your work? What strategies can be used to promote your writing?

This and many more topics will be covered in this series, to see the course outline
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Venue:           The Scream Lounge          
Address: 20A Southend, Croydon, Surrey,  CR0 1DN
Dates: Feb:  9, 16, 23  Mar:  2, 9, 16
Times: 7.00pm - 9.00pm
Bus Stop is:  Spices Yard [60, 119, 166, 312, 407, 466, 468]
Trains: East Croydon



The Performance of Spoken Word - Part II [6 Part Course]



Following on from the Performance of Spoken Word Foundation course, Part II is the next stage. [This course is open to all, but if you did not attend our Foundation Course, you will need to have had some previous spoken word experience which includes at least 6 months performance on a circuit.]

This is an intensive six week workshop style course which is very hands-on. Participants will workshop their material on a weekly basis.

Homework will be given after each class for the following weeks session.

Students needs to come to the first class with three finished pieces. These pieces will be worked on throughout the six weeks.

Techniques to be covered:

  • Expression
  • Diction
  • Intonation
  • Rhythm and Meter
  • Working with Musicians
  • Microphone Technique
  • Stage Presence
  • Stage Awareness
Students will receive feedback and evaluation at each session and will be working towards a Poetry Slam Finale with an audience and judges.

Book your place early to avoid disappointment - Limited spaces available.


Course Dates [Tues]:
6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, April, 4th, 11th May
 
Course Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Each session will start promptly at 7pm [Participants should arrive 10-15 minutes prior to start time]
 
 
Venue: The Scream Lounge
Address: 20A Southend, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 1DN
Buses: 60, 119, 166, 312, 407, 466, 468
Trains: East Croydon / South Croydon













 The Scream Lounge has a bar area downstairs where hot and cold beverages can be purchased

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