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SUMMARY:Drama Production for Kids & Pre-Teens 7-11 Years 2025 Sun 1:30pm
DESCRIPTION:This is a very special new offering for our more committed 7–11-year-old performers — a full production class designed to take students on a three-term journey towards a magical on-stage performance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! \nUnlike our life-skills focused drama classes\, this course is for kids with previous theatre experience who are ready to explore storytelling\, choreography\, and stagecraft in more depth as a part of an ensemble. \n  \nOver three terms\, students will learn: \nTerm 1: Movement and choreography\nTerm 2: Ensemble building and script work\nTerm 3: Blocking\, dress rehearsal and final show \nShow dates: Friday 5th June 3:30pm – 4:30pm & Saturday 13th June 5:30pm – 6:30pm \n  \nThe course concludes with two public performances on stage in full costume with technical lighting and sound. \n Entry is by audition (Saturday 30th August) or invitation only. Class sizes will be limited to ensure focus and individual attention. \nWhile fees are paid termly\, students who audition and are accepted must commit to attending all three terms\, including full participation in dress rehearsals and both final performances.
URL:https://courtyardplayhouse.com/event/drama-production-for-kids-7-8-years-term-1-2025-sun-130pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250909T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251125T180000
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SUMMARY:Drama Production for Kids & Pre-Teens 7-11 Years 2025 Tue 4:30pm
DESCRIPTION:For committed young performers aged 7–11\, our Drama Production Class is a structured and exciting deep-dive into putting on a full theatre show. Over the course of three terms\, participants will work toward a staged production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — performed in front of a public audience with costumes\, props\, lighting and sound. \nDesigned for children with previous drama experience (either with us or elsewhere)\, this course will develop advanced acting skills\, build ensemble awareness\, and create memorable stage moments through: \nOver three terms\, students will learn: \nTerm 1: Choreography and movement\nTerm 2: Ensemble and scene-work\nTerm 3: Rehearsals\, blocking\, and a fully-staged performance \nShow dates: Saturday 6th June 5:30pm – 6:30pm & Friday 12th June from 3:30pm – 4:30pm \n  \nThe course concludes with two public performances on stage in full costume and technical lighting and sound. \nEntry is by audition (Saturday 30th August) or invitation only. Class sizes will be limited to ensure focus and individual attention. \nWhile fees are paid termly\, students who audition and are accepted must commit to attending all three terms\, including full participation in dress rehearsals and both final performances.
URL:https://courtyardplayhouse.com/event/drama-production-for-pre-teens-term-1-2025-tue-430pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250910T163000
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SUMMARY:Improv Youth Ensemble Term 1 2025 Wed 4:30pm
DESCRIPTION:JUMP TO REGISTRATION \n‘If you believe you’re good already\, you don’t need to do extra stuff to impress us. Your best work comes when you’re absorbed; because then your ego is away.’ – Keith Johnstone  \nThis course will examine more niche areas of improvisation like genre work\, status\, puppetry\, mime\, and more advanced scene-work. As a small ensemble you will work towards a wholly original showcase performance with discovery at the heart of the course! \nImprov Youth Ensemble is for performers who are comfortable and proficient performing in a variety of games and exercises on stage. Acceptance into advanced improvisation is by audition or recommendation only.
URL:https://courtyardplayhouse.com/event/improv-youth-ensemble-term-1-2025-wed-430pm/
CATEGORIES:Kids and Teens Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251115T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20251106T161016Z
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY KIDS' STORYTIME: SUPER STORY SAT 15 NOV 2025
DESCRIPTION:JUMP TO REGISTRATION \nIn this exciting and interactive Storytime performance\, we team up with the kids in the audience to craft a brand new\, amazing adventure each week! \nWith the kids guiding the action and creating the characters\, our talented improvisers fearlessly jump into action\, whether it’s building a spaceship\, catching Santa\, or battling a dragon! It’s a whirlwind of creativity and fun that knows no limits. \nSuper Story is not only a great introduction to theatre and storytelling for young children\, but also a blast for the whole family\, filled with laughter and unforgettable moments! Bring your kids to help us tell a Super Story! \n \n★★★★★ \n“There’s nothing else in Dubai that would take the suggestions of what kids want to see in a story\, and would honour almost all of them in a fun\, entertaining and immersive way” – Farah El Haddad
URL:https://courtyardplayhouse.com/event/saturday-kids-storytime-super-story-sat-15-nov-2025/
CATEGORIES:Improvised Kids' Storytime,Shows,Super Story,Wand of Truth
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251115T173000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251115T183000
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SUMMARY:FITPROV – DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE SAT 15 NOV 2025
DESCRIPTION:FOR DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE 2025\, THE COURTYARD PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS: FITPROV \nThis winter\, as a part of Dubai Fitness Challenge 30X30\, we’re running our Fitprov class for free on the 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29 Nov 2025. \nDon’t fancy the gym? Want to stay fit and have fun? Improv’ for fitness is the answer! With the invention of armbands that count calories and steps\, many improvisors realised the toil and hard labour that goes into a series of impro’ exercises; some burning more than 1000 calories per workshop session! We have custom-designed a Fitprov’ program of the most high intensity improvisation exercises to keep your body and mind connected and keep you fit…whilst having fun! \n  \n• This workshop is suitable for those with no acting or improv experience\n• 1 Hours of tuition per session\n• Sign up for one or all five sessions to get the maximum benefit \n 
URL:https://courtyardplayhouse.com/event/fitprov-dubai-fitness-challenge-sat-15-nov-2025/
CATEGORIES:Adults Workshops,Community Events,Drop-ins & Mashups,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251115T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251115T203000
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SUMMARY:Improv Your Mental Health Conversations: An evening where film\, theatre\, and mental wellbeing meet
DESCRIPTION:Step into a safe and creative space where theatre meets wellbeing. On Saturday 15 November\, join us for a powerful evening that combines storytelling\, film\, and interactive improv to help us talk more openly about mental health. \nThe night begins with the Dubai premiere of the award-winning short film Still Here? – a moving exploration of hope in difficult times. From there\, we’ll dive into an interactive session where you’ll discover how the principles of improv – listening fully\, asking openly\, and responding with empathy – can transform the way we approach sensitive conversations. No stage\, no spotlight\, just simple guided exercises you can try from your seat. \nTogether with an improv facilitator\, lived experience voices\, and a mental health professional\, we’ll explore practical tools to break down stigma\, build empathy\, and make it easier to connect when it matters most. \nThis 90-minute event offers more than ideas – it offers lived experience\, real conversations\, and takeaway skills to help you feel more confident discussing mental health with compassion. \nhttps://www.bebeyondborders.com/filmhttps://filmfreeway.com/StillHere88 \n*Content note: \n The film and discussion will touch on themes of mental health struggles and suicidality. Please take care of yourself in whatever way feels right – you’re welcome to step out at any time.
URL:https://courtyardplayhouse.com/event/improv-your-mental-health-conversations/
LOCATION:The Courtyard Playhouse Dubai\, Street 4B Al Quoz Industrial 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Improv Nights
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