out of the blue is a multi-arts venue committed to providing space for a range of community arts activities including exhibitions, classes, rehearsals, special events, meetings, performances, markets and festivals.
WEEKLY CLASSES
mondays
Strange Town - youth theatre class (ages 18-25)
Mondays 8pm - 10pm (11th January - 29th March)
£67 for 12 sessions
Are you interested in theatre? Keen on developing your skills as a performer, writer, director, designer or backstage?
Have you had experience as a member of a youth theatre, or of drama in general, and are you looking to build on it? Or are you hoping to go to drama school next year? If you would like to join a new group of like-minded people, then why not come along.
Info & bookings: info@strangetown.org.uk
Jewellery and Silversmithing
Mondays 6-9pm, Semester Two - 18th Jan - 31st March
£150
Beginners - An introduction to techniques in; sawing, filing, hammering, piercing, texturing, soldering and polishing.
Intermediates - Help in developing personal projects for those who know the basics. Learning some more advanced skills and being able to use them to help shape your work.
Private and group tuition also available.
Info & bookings: Ian Nicholson on 07789 792 514 or tartantraveller@msn.com
ACTive INquiry: Flashback Drama
Mondays 6-8pm (starts 11th January)
£5 per session (£3 concession)
Are you interested in being part of a brand new piece of theatre to be perfomed at the Leith Festival in 2010? This devising group is part of ACTive INquiry Theatre Company and is for anyone over 18 with an interest in creating innovative theatre that entertains and challenges. We have opportunities for those interested in acting, directing, writing, or backstage work. No previous experience required and we would love some new members!
Info & bookings: Gavin on 07714 321 629 or gavin@activeinquiry.co.uk
Tuesdays
Strange Town - youth theatre class (ages 14-18)
Tuesdays 6-8pm (12th January - 30th March)
£67 for 12 sessions
StrangeTown Youth Theatre is a new youth theatre for 14-18 year olds. Whether you already have some drama experience or have never done drama before, this will be a chance to learn about performing, from improvising to scripted scenes, to have fun with drama games and meet new people. StrangeTown is run by experienced youth theatre leaders who want to create an exciting new youth theatre for Edinburgh - come and make it happen!
Info & bookings: Ruth Hollyman at www.strangetown.org.uk / 0131 556 0710
Capoeira Angola
Tuesdays 8-9.30pm (starts 5th January)
£5 drop-in / monthly passes available
Capoeira Angola is an art form that was developed by slaves in Brazil and which is played to the rhythms of Afro-Brazilian music. It combines martial art with dance, acrobatics with improvisation, and honest self-expression with light-hearted playfulness. Our sessions are suitable for anyone who is interested in learning this rich and rewarding art form, or anyone who would simply like to learn a little more about it.
Info & bookings: Sandy on 07765 552 248 / www.maonochao.org
Contemporary/ Street Dance - Ages 9-13
Tuesdays 5pm-6pm (Starts Tues 2nd Feb), Free entry
Do you like dancing? Interested in Street Dance and Contemporary Dance?
Fancy giving it a go?
Come along to our free dance classes for young people aged 9-13 at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall. Suitable for all levels of ability. No bookings required.
Info: 0131 555 7100
wednesdays
Aerial Classes - Intermediate/Mixed Level
(Level 2)
Wednesdays 7pm-8.30pm (Six week course- starts 13th January)
£75
This class will focus on intermediate skills but will also be suitable for those who are new to this level. The class will involve a mix of rope/silks and trapeze taught by Jenifer Paterson, Lucy Deacon and Moritz Linkmann.
Info: Jen Paterson at info@aerialdance.co.uk or jen_pat@hotmail.com / 07989 978 598
Aerial Classes - Intermediate
(Level 2)
Wednesdays 8.30pm-10pm (Six week course- starts 13th January)
£75
The class will involve a mix of rope/silks and trapeze taught by Jenifer Paterson, Lucy Deacon and Moritz Linkmann.
Info: Jen Paterson at info@aerialdance.co.uk or jen_pat@hotmail.com / 07989 978 598
StrangeTown - youth theatre class (ages 11-14)
Wednesdays 5-7pm (13th January - 31st March)
£67 for 12 sessions
StrangeTown Youth Theatre is a new youth theatre for 11-14 year olds. Whether you already have some drama experience or have never done drama before, this will be a chance to learn about performing, from improvising to scripted scenes, to have fun with drama games and meet new people. StrangeTown is run by experienced youth theatre leaders who want to create an exciting new youth theatre for Edinburgh - come and make it happen!
Info & bookings: Ruth Hollyman at www.strangetown.org.uk / 0131 556 0710
Jewellery and Silversmithing
Wednesdays 6-9pm, Semester Two - 18th January - 31st March
£150
Beginners - An introduction to techniques in; sawing, filing, hammering, piercing, texturing, soldering and polishing.
Intermediates - Help in developing personal projects for those who know the basics. Learning some more advanced skills and being able to use them to help shape your work.
Private and group tuition also available.
Info & bookings: Ian Nicholson on 07789 792 514 or tartantraveller@msn.com
Thursdays
Bellydance Foundations
Thursdays 7:30pm- 8:30pm (starts 21st January)
£5 (£4.50 concession) per class on the day
£36 (£32 concession) if booking all 8 classes in advance
Learn the fundamentals of bellydance - isolations, smooth & percussive moves and shimmies. Learn how to put these moves together in lovely combinations and choreographies. Suitable for all shapes and sizes! Designed for complete beginners. Wear comfortable clothing & bring a scarf long enough to tie around your hips. As places are limited booking in advance is recommended.
Info & bookings: Shelley at shelleyskipper@gmail.com or www.shelleyskipper.com/bellydance
Ashtanga Yoga
Thursdays 6-7.30pm
8 week course (starts 7th January)
Rowena Warren is currently Scotland's only authorized Ashtanga teacher and has been studying Ashtanga since 1997 with its founder Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and his grandson Sharath. She received her authorisation to teach the Ashtanga Method from Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in 2006.
Info & bookings: Rowena Warren at www.ro-yoga.com / 07949 266 582
Capoeira Angola
Thursdays 8:30-10pm, (starts 7th January)
£5 drop-in / monthly passes available
Capoeira Angola is an art form that was developed by slaves in Brazil and which is played to the rhythms of Afro-Brazilian music. It combines martial art with dance, acrobatics with improvisation, and honest self-expression with light-hearted playfulness. Our sessions are suitable for anyone who is interested in learning this rich and rewarding art form, or anyone who would simply like to learn a little more about it.
Info & bookings: Sandy on 07765 552 248 / www.maonochao.org
fridays
Aerial Beginners
Fridays 5pm-6.30pm (Six week course: 15th January - 19 February)
£75
Ideal if this is your first time in the air or if you've done one term already. The class will start on trapeze/cocoons (like material trapeze) including 'how to climb and simple moves' on rope/silks towards the end of the course. The class will involve a mix of rope/silks & trapeze taught by Jenifer Paterson, Danuta Ramos & Ian Henderson. Classes must be booked and paid in advance.
Info: Jen Paterson at info@aerialdance.co.uk or jen_pat@hotmail.com / 07989 978 598
Aerial - Mixed Level
Fridays 6.30pm-8pm (Six week course: 15th January - 19 February)
£75
Suitable for both beginners and those with slightly more experience in the air. The class will start with a warm up and then split into groups according to level. This class will involve a mix of rope/silks and trapeze. Taught by Jennifer Paterson, Danuta Ramos and Lucy Deacon. Classes must be booked and paid in advance.
Info: Jen Paterson at info@aerialdance.co.uk or jen_pat@hotmail.com / 07989 978 598
StrangeTown - youth theatre class (ages 8-10)
Fridays 1:45pm-3pm
£43 for 12 sessions (Bursaries available)
StrangeTown Youth Theatre is a new youth theatre for 8-10 year olds. Whether you already have some drama experience or have never done drama before, this will be a chance to learn about performing, from improvising to scripted scenes, to have fun with drama games and meet new people. StrangeTown is run by experienced youth theatre leaders who want to create an exciting new youth theatre for Edinburgh - come and make it happen!
Info & bookings: Ruth Hollyman at www.strangetown.org.uk / 0131 556 0710
StrangeTown - youth theatre class (ages 11-14)
Fridays 3-5pm
£67 for 12 sessions
StrangeTown Youth Theatre is a new youth theatre for 11-14 year olds. Whether you already have some drama experience or have never done drama before, this will be a chance to learn about performing, from improvising to scripted scenes, to have fun with drama games and meet new people. StrangeTown is run by experienced youth theatre leaders who want to create an exciting new youth theatre for Edinburgh - come and make it happen!
Info & bookings: Ruth Hollyman at www.strangetown.org.uk / 0131 556 0710
Capoeira Angola (Roda)
Fridays 8-9.30pm
£5 drop-in / monthly passes available
Capoeira Angola is an art form that was developed by slaves in Brazil and which is played to the rhythms of Afro-Brazilian music. It combines martial art with dance, acrobatics with improvisation, and honest self-expression with light-hearted playfulness. Our sessions are suitable for anyone who is interested in learning this rich and rewarding art form, or anyone who would simply like to learn a little more about it.
Info & bookings: Sandy on 07765 552 248 / www.maonochao.org
saturdays
sundays
Life Drawing Drop-In Classes
Sunday 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th February
2pm-5pm
£7 for two hours, £10 for three hours
What you use in terms of medium is up to you, although if you are going to use paint, oil bar, or other messy mediums please bring with you something to cover the floor. Easels and boards are provided for you.
Info: Leigh Chorlton on 07814 514 771
NB The Drill Hall Arts Café is closed on Sundays. Enter via 36 Dalmeny St (buzzer 040)
If you would like to hold your own class, use the studio for rehearsals or are looking for a venue for your an event of your own please contact Nicole Lambeng on 0131 555 7102 or email us
Disclaimer: While we make every effort to ensure that information regarding events is up-to-date and accurate, details can change without notice. We advise to contact event organisers directly to confirm all details.