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Literature: Selected plays by Aristophanes
Aristophanes (c.450-388 BCE) writing in the Fifth Century is regarded as the key author in Ancient Greek comedy. His plays will be studied, read and workshopped. We shall look at how his plays might be put on, and staged today. His plays often have structures similar to a sketch show and he uses many comic devices still popular with comedians today. His plays are a little rude though (sometimes very rude). We shall look at how he creates his comic characters and situations. We shall discuss the issues that he wants to write about and consider if these are still relevant to a modern audience trying to make sense of the political and social world today. Over ten weeks, two to three plays will be discussed and workshopped to appreciate the various theatrical devices that Aristophanes often uses.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:The Greenleaf Centre (Walthamstow)
67-69 Greenleaf Road
Walthamstow
E17 6QPTutor:Thomas CroweCourse code:Q00017605How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Literature: Dutch Short Stories
This five week course will introduce you to an often neglected area of the European short story, this being stories from the Netherlands. Each of the five stories can be found in The Penguin Book of Dutch Short Stories, which is the text we will work from.
The stories for consideration and analysis are:
Young Titans - Nescio.
The Sirens - Maria Dermout.
The Portrait - Hella Haasse.
Paula - Cees Nooteboom.
Sunrise Day - Margriet De Moor.
The course will involve lectures, discussions and advice on further research into the subject. Each session will dissect a narrative and relate its context, meaning and style.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:4:00pm - 6:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017912How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:4 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Textiles and Fashion: Sewing for the Family
Step into the rewarding world of textile creation with our "Sewing for the Family" course, a comprehensive introduction to practical sewing techniques and family-focused fashion design. This course is crafted for those who wish to create and customise garments and home textiles tailored specifically to the needs of family members. From mastering essential machine sewing skills to understanding fabrics, patterns, and garment alteration, you'll build confidence in your creative abilities and practical skills, setting the stage for a versatile and rewarding sewing journey.
This course is funded by North East Combined Authority.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:TCR Hub (Barnard Castle)
The Hub
Staindrop Road
Barnard Castle
DL12 8TDTutor:Kelly EwingCourse code:Q00019918How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £126.00
World Cinema
We will consider a range of films, from classics to contemporary cinema. We will discuss the style and meaning of diverse extracts drawing on key ideas from Film Studies. We will consider films from diverse countries, comparing and contrasting these with American and British cinema. The class will be organised around discussion of selected extracts, with guidance on points to look for, including different aspects of film such as the screenplay and cinematography. Students will be encouraged to develop their responses in small groups. Case studies will be included on Alfred Hitchcock and British cinema.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Compass Theatre (Ickenham)
Glebe Avenue
Ickenham
UB10 8PDTutor:Daniel WilliamsCourse code:Q00017584How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Personal Development: Living & Working in the UK
This course is for anybody that is wanting to understand what they need to do to be able to live and work in the UK, it provides essential knowledge and skills for individuals new to the UK or those looking to enhance their understanding of British culture, workplaces, and daily life. Participants will explore topics such as the UK’s cultural norms, employment rights, navigating public services, and effective communication in professional and social settings. Through interactive sessions and practical activities, this course aims to help participants feel confident and empowered to thrive in the UK.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 20/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:The Media Centre
7 Northumberland Street
Huddersfield
Yorkshire & Humber
HD1 1RLTutor:Dorota RezulskaCourse code:Q00021053How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
Craft: Mosaic as a Business
The aim of this course is to give an opportunity to develop your existing mosaic skills and will move you in the direction of a small business.
A variety of approaches will be discussed, from selling online, at craft fairs, as well as bespoke commissions. You will be encouraged to undertake market research, to define your style, design products to sell and calculate costings. The aim will be to create pieces that can be sold at the forum of your choice.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:22 sessionsLocation:Sophie Robins Mosaics (Nottingham)
unit 6 Hartley House
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1FDTutor:Jennifer LiauCourse code:Q00020115How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £115.50
Literature: Modern American Jewish Fiction
This course, with Abbie Saunders, aims to provide a general literary overview of American Jewish fiction since 1945. We will consider how some of the cultural, political and socioeconomic factors affecting American Jews in the C20th have culminated in modern novels, by focalising our understanding of American Jewish identity through works by Philip Roth and Michael Chabon.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 28/01/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:St John the Baptist Church Meeting Room
55 Main Road
Danbury
CM3 4NGTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00021058How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Level 1 ESOL: How to become an ESOL volunteer
Learn how to become an ESOL volunteer with our comprehensive course. Gain the skills and knowledge needed to support English language learners. Ideal for individuals looking to volunteer and make a positive impact in their community.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Derek RobinsonCourse code:Q00018887How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Get Ready for Functional Skills English Level 1
This intermediate level course is for learners wanting to get ready for their Functional Skills English Level 1 Reading exam course. This 'Get Ready' course will help you practise the skills you need to move on to the following accredited level 1 course.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 27/02/2025Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QHTutor:Sasha NovikovaCourse code:Q00009291How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £126.00
Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: Introduction to Environmental Science and Sustainability
By the end of the course, the participant will have an understanding of the meanings of basic environmental terms; have a rudimentary awareness of the importance and benefits of sustainable development; have a straightforward understanding of Environmental Management Systems and how they work, have sufficient knowledge to identify and understand issues with pollution and waste; be aware of Environmental Emergency Procedures and be able to individually reduce their impact on the environment as best they can.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 18/03/2025Times:1:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Lee ArmonCourse code:Q00020726How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £99.90