Dance, Music & Theatre Performance courses in Ireland

Tutor and Duration: Doug Cooney // Week 1-4 (Ableton Syllabus) Real Sounds four week beginner to intermediate Ableton course has been designed to equip you with the skills required to compose, sequence, record & mix with Ableton All candidates who attend our course will leave with a finished track as a result of the 4…

Our tutors have helped dozens of students through their interview/Portfolio preparations for 3rd level colleges. Thanks to the training and experience we have we can help you get your place on the course you want. We understand the pressure students are under as they prepare for these courses and we know what interviewers are looking…

Running throughout the year, and lead by The Lir’s tutors, these workshops are one-day intensives for actors looking to develop accuracy in period and contemporary accents. The course will provide the actor with a system to explore the vocal shifts required to successfully perform with confidence in it. Further information: www.thelir.ie/courses/short-courses

Acoustic Guitar Miking Techniques Overview Every acoustic guitar has unique tonal qualities; capturing that sound in the studio can be extremely difficult, but with the tools provided in Acoustic Guitar Miking Techniques, you will be making measurable progress in no time. The descriptive instruction, insightful information and relevant techniques will give you the confidence and…

A continuation from the Introduction to Acting course, this ten-week course concentrates on working with a director on the study of characters and individual scenes from a number of contemporary plays. Participants will call upon their learnings from the Introduction to Acting course to fully explore and develop character behaviours and traits and by the…

This five-day course is a continuation from Introduction to Acting (Summer School) and it allows participants to work with a theatre director on the study of characters and scenes from a number of contemporary plays. Character analysis, character development and scene study will form the basis of this course, during which time participants will have…

FILM & TV ACTING / DIRECTING FOR TEENS 13-17 years Summer Wokshops. There are two workshops available. One in June and one in July June Times: Monday 6th-Friday June 11th. Time: 10.30am-3pm July Times: Monday 25th -Friday 29th July. Time 10.30am-3pm Venue: The Teachers Club: 36 Parnell Square W, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 T6V6 Cost:…

This is a 7 class course on acting for the camera for those of you with some previous acting experience either in an acting class, on stage, or on sets. We will be learning acting techniques for on-camera auditions, commercial copy, improvisation, devising, comedy and serious scripted scene work.Participants will become familiar with the filmmaking…

Acting for Camera for Newcomers-Tuesday Evening course 6.15pm -9.15pm Ever thought about Acting but never did anything about it- it’s been in the back of your mind for awhile- and you’d really like to give it a go!   Acting for Camera is aimed at those who are new to the Industry with little or…

This six-month-long course is specifically designed for emerging actors who have been considering actor training but can’t yet commit to it full-time. The participants on the course will form a company of actors and will require dedication and commitment from each member. Applicants will be serious and single-minded in their pursuit of the craft of…

If you have ever thought of trying some acting, or want an opportunity to have some creative play-time in your schedule, then Adult Drama for Fun is the course for you! This  course will explore the foundations of he acting process in a collaborative, fun and creative environment. Some of the content will include theatre…

An ideal course for beginners or experienced actors looking for a refresher course. Course includes acting for camera, theatre techniques, accents, stage combat, Stanislavsky, performances in a city venue and workshops with some of Ireland’s leading casting directors. The course is structured over the academic year in three terms of ten weeks. Each term different…

NOW OFFERING LIVE CLASSES AGAIN FOR 2022! COVID_19: Providing that the COVID-19 government regulations continue to allow us, we will proceed with our live performance classes and will have procedures in place such as small class size (10 student maximum),  ventilation, santizing, and mask wearing where suitable, in order to provide the safest work conditions…

Advanced Acting For Camera Course This Advanced Acting For Camera Course is aimed at those who have some training and experience in acting – but need hands-on experience with Film Acting. The course covers Soaps, Episodic TV, and Film Acting, and the techniques required for each format. This will be an intensive course. It will employ…

AUDITIONING NOW FOR JANUARY-JUNE 2022 LIVE COURSE! The Advanced 6-Month Actor Training course is the most comprehensive advanced performance course that we currently offer, and is for the experienced advanced student by audition/interviews by appointment. Details are being finalized now for the next course option will run in January 11th-June 22nd 2022 Tuesday evenings 6:30-9:00pm with a “Midterm” performance on March…

Auditions being held in February 2022 by appointment for this theatre performance course fo those of you with some experience! Due to COVID-19 course changes, we have combined the Advanced Adult Scene Study with the final 3-months of our Advanced Actor Training to cover contemporary and classical performances. Course content will cover voice and body…

This Dance course aims to energise, excite and educate students in the world of dance styles, 6 different styles of dance spanning the last century. It is designed as a beginners class and so no previous dance experience is required. Learners will gain skills and knowledge on the following styles/genres :  1920s Charlestown, 1950s rock…

Overview Auto-Tune is an audio processor designed as a plug-in to correct intonation problems with vocals or solo instruments in real-time without distortion or artifacting. During this Antares Auto-Tune tutorial Jeff Dykhouse, a veteran audio engineer, demonstrates how to disguise common recording inaccuracies and mistakes as you learn to produce more precisely tuned recordings. Auto-Tune…

Overview Join Patrick Copeland, veteran audio engineer, as he gives you a comprehensive look at each aspect of Apple Logic Pro 8. The QuickStart Overview gives you the needed edge to be up and running quickly. With its acclaimed power and flexibility for writing, recording, and producing music, it is easy to see why many…

An intensive armed combat course in rapier and dagger techniques culminating in an exam with the Irish Dramatic Combat Academy in Armed Fighting. This tenweek course will cover all the essential rapier and dagger techniques, their safety principles and how to perform them so that they are believable to an audience. It is suitable for…

TV and Film Course. This TV and Film Course is designed to prepare students to work in the Film and TV sector. This is a one-year course, which combines a range of digital video shooting, editing, special effects, audio recording and editing skills. Those who complete the course may gain entry into the second year of a…

Drama: Advanced Acting Course. The Drama: Advanced Acting Course Level 6 course is delivered in a number of ways. Students participate in practical workshops with regular and visiting staff. In addition, students are expected to work independently on their own and on group projects. Independent work is supervised by staff and is designed to encourage students…

Date: Oct 15, 2020 – May 06, 2021 Day: Thursday Time : 7.15pm – 8.15pm Category: Venue : Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1. Cost: €125 for 24 classes Tutor: Alan Grundy, M.A. (Mus), Hon. V.C.M., F.T.C.L., L.R.S.M., A.L.C.M. Alan Grundy is one of Ireland’s most qualified and experienced guitar teachers. His career now…

These classes will cover more advanced techniques in ornamentation and style. They would suit people who already possess a basic knowledge of the tin whistle. Date: Oct 15, 2020 – May 06, 2021 Day: Thursday Time : 7.30pm – 8.30pm Category: Venue : Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1. Cost: €125 for 24 classes…

Lecturer: Alan Grundy, M.A.(Mus), Hon.V.C.M., F.T.C.L., L.R.S.M., A.L.C.M. Date: Oct 16, 2020 – May 07, 2021 Day: Friday Time : 6.30pm – 7.30pm Category: Mental Health, Stress Management, The Arts Venue : To be confirmed in office on start date Cost: €125.00 for 24 classes After three very successful years of ‘Ukulele for Beginners’, The…

Overview The power and flexibility of the Axiom 61 advanced 61-key USB mobile MIDI controller is demonstrated by Jeff Dykhouse, a veteran audio engineer. Jeff demonstrates how to program the Axiom 61 using Enigma editor, Reason, GarageBand, Ableton LIVE and Pro Tools software. In this AXIOM 61 USB MIDI Controller tutorial, you will learn how…

Overview Tim Carmon, an experienced keyboard player, drummer, vocalist, producer and graduate of the Duke Ellington School of Arts, demonstrates how to use B4 II Virtual Organ software. In this B4 II Virtual Organ tutorial, Tim demonstrates how to use the B4 II software that emulates the classic Hammond B3 and its rotary speaker cabinet.…

This four-year honours degree programme is aimed at producing professionals for the recording industry capable of assuming key creative and architectural roles in the process of analysing, developing and realizing the creative intentions of the recording artist to a commercial conclusion. The course is designed to continuously strengthen the student’s understanding and awareness of a…

This exciting course has been created for people who have a passion for film making and storytelling on screen and have already started to experiment in these areas. The BA (Hons) in Film, TV and Screen Media Production is conducted on a full-time, part-time and blended basis over a three-year period. The aim of the…

Interested in a music degree with a difference? Are you dedicated to developing your music skills and knowledge to a high standard as part of a committed team? This four-year honours degree programme encompasses a blend of musicology, music technology, composition, Irish traditional music, ethnomusicology and performance, and balances practical and theoretical approaches to learning.