Flying Turtle Productions

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Learn English through Drama

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This brand-new course is a unique opportunity to improve your English language skills while exploring your creative side. We began with a  Summer One-week Intro course and now due to it’s success we are offering a 10-week Autumn course option below. See our testimonials below!

Our CELT qualified facilitator, Miriam Stewart, has developed this unique course for the creatively-minded ESL student. In a fun and supportive environment you can improve your language skills through acting techniques, including voice and body work, improvisation, and some script work.

Class size is limited to 12 students in order to ensure the maximum level of attention for all participants. Course details are below, use our contact form to reserve your place.

TESTIMONIALS:

“The English through drama course has been one of the best artistic experience in my life. Miriam is amazing! She is an excellent drama teacher, able to create a beautiful artistic enviroment. In the heart of Dublin I found a spot in which to be myself… I will always be grateful to Miriam and to the Flying Turtle for both  this great opportunity and unforgettable experience“.   – Maria Ida Sorrentino
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“I have known Flying Turtle since I still was in Brazil and couldn’t wait for the moment to be back to my Drama classes in Dublin. Putting the teaching of English together with Drama was an absolutely incredible idea. If you have the opportunity to attend this course, don’t think twice, DO IT. The structure of the school is wonderful and the teacher is an angel on earth. You will love it as I loved. Hope to be back soon to attend a regular course”.
– Milton Marcel0
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“From the beginning I was very excited about this course and it did not disappoint me. We had lots of fun playing improv games, practising storytelling and scene studies. Now I feel more confident with my communication skills in English and my drama skills. Thanks again for a wonderful course. ”  – Alin Chirculescu
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“Amazing course. Highly recommended.” Ida Kahlo
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Current & Upcoming Options

Course #33: Learn English through Drama (10-week term on Tues & Thurs afternoons)

This is a unique course which combines the communicative learning style of an English language lesson with the creativity and spontaneity of a drama class. The original curriculum has been specifically researched and designed to provide an environment that allows language learners to explore the language freely and creatively, whilst also understanding the structure and rules of the grammar.

Each class will focus on a particular tense and the grammar commonly associated with it. The language is explored through drama games, improvisation and scene study with a special focus on exploring grammar points through movement and action. While this provides the underlying foundation for the course, students are encouraged to collaborate with the course facilitator to include materials relevant to their personal experience and reflective of their individual language needs.

The classes are suitable for all levels and designed to allow each learner to progress at their own pace, to challenge themselves or take things slowly depending on their needs. Our emphasis is on each student developing an authentic connection to the English Language for use in the real world.

Class size is limited to 12 students in order to ensure the maximum level of attention for all participants.

  • When: 2-5pm | Tuesday and Thursday | 25 September - 29 November, 2018
  • Where: Flying Turtle Productions, 27 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
  • Instructor: Miriam Stewart
  • Fees: €440, Minimum non-refundable deposit of €140 due within 3-days of reservation. Remaining balance due Sept 11th. Refundable only in the event of Flying Turtle cancellation.
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