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FAQs - Family Activities
At what age can children attend on their own without parents?
Children of all ages must be accompanied by parents and guardians at all times.
What is actually involved in workshops?
Our workshops combine a range of visual and performing arts activity especially for children. They vary from model making, three-dimensional painting and drawing to play writing, music composing and acting. Workshops are led by experienced teachers and artists and cater for a wide range of ages from 2 to 16. Some workshops run from 10am – 5pm and require children to bring a packed lunch and to wear comfortable clothes. Please see the website, the academy brochure or call 0870 787 5786 for more details and how to book.
Can they take the art home?
Yes, children can take their art home free of charge.
Who actually runs / teaches the workshops?
Our experienced drama, music, art teachers and freelancers run our workshops. Visual Art playhouses are usually led by Isobel Pickup or Paul Pickford. The drama leaders vary more frequently but it tends to be one artist per month. The artist, their background and biography are always detailed in Academy brochure.
At what age do we charge children for just coming to "watch" their older brothers and sisters?
Children, parents and guardians can watch their friends and relatives take part in activities free of charge. It is only when they are actually taking part that they would need to pay the course fee.
Is there a structure to the playhouses?
There is always a workshop plan. There are themes which the artists gear the workshops towards, for example they may incorporate current exhibitions or shows wherever possible. Again details will be in Academy brochure or on the website.
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