Over 60s Summer Intensive
27 - 29 May 2025
Event details
This May Trinity Laban is running a three day over 60s intensive, with a range of music and dance workshops. The music workshops will include musical theatre, singing for confidence and breath Control and composing and song writing in a group. The dance sessions will explore Afro Jazz Grooves, Creative Contemporary and an Introduction to Tanztheater. You can drop into any combination of workshops throughout the three days or book the entire intensive for a reduced fee.
The workshops are specifically tailored to Over 60s and are open to all levels of mobility and capability. No previous experience of singing or dance is required.
Creekside, SE8 3DZ
Tues 27, Weds 28 & Thu 29 May
Duration: 3.5hrs
Class times: 10.00-12.00 and 12.45-14.15
Price: £8 per workshop or £40 for all four workshops
Book now through our online shop: Over 60s Summer Intensive | Trinity Laban Online Store
Schedule
| DATE | Session 1
10.00 – 12.00 |
Session 2
12.45 – 14.15 |
| Tues 27 May | Musical Theatre | Creative Contemporary
Luke Birch |
| Weds 28 May | Singing for Joy | Dance Afro Jazz Groove
Bafana Matea |
| Thus 29 May | Song Writing
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Tanztheater
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Musical Theatre with Alex Davies
Lead by Musical Theatre choir leader Alex Davies, step into the world of the west-end and Broadway as you learn songs from well-known shows. This session will introduce you to a musical-theatre style of singing, while giving you the opportunity to sing along to your favourite musical numbers.
Creative Contemporary with Luke Birch
Luke Birch specialises in making performance work for dancers over 60. His work comes from the stories and lived experience of the performers. Chatting and playing are key to the integrity and authenticity of his working process. The workshop will combine improvisation and creative tasks to make short choreographed vignettes. There will be opportunities for the class to share and reflect.
Singing for Joy with Rob Gildon
Rob is a professional opera singer and workshop leader. In this workshop you will warm up your voice and learn popular songs to experience the joy of singing together. You will work on confidence in singing, including staging some repertoire.
Dance Afro Jazz Groove with Bafana Matea
Bafana’s Afro Jazz Grooves dance workshop will fuse together, the 9 native South African traditional dances, to create a unique cultural expression. There will be a strong influence from the traditional, ‘Zulu’ South African movement, whilst exploring the rhythms of the latest music the African continent has to offer. The workshop will be fuelled with energy and dynamic accents.
Song writing with Rosie Bergonzi
Rosie is a percussionist and composer. As workshop leader she encourages people to find their voice and is passionate about creating music in community settings. This workshop will be exploring collaborative song-writing and you will have written a new piece of music together by the end of the workshop.
Tanztheatre with Adrian Look
This playful class will give you the opportunity to explore and express your creativity and gain an understanding of Tanztheater philosophy.
Price: Each workshop costs £8 or book all six workshops for £40.
If cost is a barrier to you attending please get in touch with Poppy at p.harrison@trinitylaban.ac.uk
Accessibility & getting there
Sessions take place at the Laban Building, Deptford, SE8 3DZ. Trinity Laban has multiple locations so please note this does not take place at King Charles Court in Greenwich.
Accessibility: The Laban Building is fully accessible, with disabled parking, access toilets and a lift.
Getting there:
Train: Take the Southeastern or Thameslink train to Deptford Station. From Deptford Station, it’s about a 9-minute walk to the Laban Building. Head south on Deptford High Street, turn left onto Creekside, and you’ll find the building on your left.
By DLR: Take the DLR to Cutty Sark Station. From Cutty Sark, it’s about a 10-minute walk. Head west on Creek Road, turn right onto Creekside, and the building will be on your right.
By Bus: You can take bus numbers 188, 199, or 47.
Get off at the Creekside (G) stop, which is a 3-minute walk from the Laban Building. Walk south on Creekside, and you’ll see the building on your left.
By car: There is onsite parking at the back of the building on Copperas Street. Please send your numberplate ahead of attending.
Contact us
Contact Poppy Harrison at p.harrison@trinitylaban.ac.uk or call 020 8305 4390 for more information.