Category: Transitions

Register Now for Enrolment Sessions 2022/23

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 TRANSITIONS ENROLMENT 2022/23 

Register Now

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Transitions are pleased to announce the dates for our upcoming enrolment sessions for students 2022/23:

Event Details

Level 1: Pre-Juniors and Primary Instrumental

When: Tuesday 9 August, 5:30-7:30pm

Where: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Renfrew Steet, Glasgow G2

To register, visit here or scan the code:

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Level 2: Junior Conservatoire and Bespoke Students

When: Wednesday 10 August, 5:30-7:30pm

Where: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Renfrew Steet, Glasgow G2

To register, visit here or scan the code:

Application Year: All students looking to apply to an
RCS undergraduate course starting in September 2023

When: Thursday 11 August, 5:30-7:30pm

Where: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Renfrew Steet, Glasgow G2

To register, visit here or scan the code:

Note: All sessions begin at 5:30pm in the Cafe Bar for registration and refreshments.

What to expect

All new and continuing students are invited to join us for the opportunity to:

  • meet the Transitions team.
  • find out about the programme and the support which you will receive. (including updates for continuing students).
  • ask any questions you have about the coming year.
  • for our younger students, you’ll be able to take part in a fun creative activity
  • for students in the upper ages, you’ll see performances by RCS students who have come through the Transitions programme.

 Get In Touch 

If you require any further information or have any questions, email: transitions@rcs.ac.uk

Do you want to be a performance maker?

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 Transitions Contemporary Performance Practice Programme 

Apply now for 2022/23

Do you want to be a performance maker? Passionate about making your own work or being a performance artist, but not sure where to begin?

Our Transitions Contemporary Performance Practice programme might be just what you are looking for.

Aimed at those who are aged 16+  – we are looking for people who want to experiment with performance making. Our programme is exciting. You will experiment with:

  • Performance writing
  • Outdoor Arts
  • Devising performance and making new work
  • Movement practice
  • Experimental performance
  • Making performance for/with communities
  • Experimenting with design
  • And much more….

We’ll take you on performance trips, offer you masterclasses, creative conversations and short courses. We’ll also help you to prepare your application for our RCS undergraduate programmes and give you access to a personal life coach.

If you want to collaborate with like-minded people, people who want to make a difference to the world through performance making, then why not apply? You might want to be a writer, a dancer, a performer, a community practitioner, a teaching artist, a director, an outdoor arts expert…

We are looking for an exciting group of people who are open and want to experiment with new forms of performance. 

You don’t need to be an expert – you just need to have some performance making experience to apply. 

* Applications now closed *

Deadline: 20 August.

 Get In Touch 

Get in touch if you have any questions by emailing: transitions@rcs.ac.uk

Alumni TV Success: Yana Harris

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 TRANSITIONS ALUMNI TV SUCCESS 

Yana Harris | Channel 4’s Comedy Blap ‘Unfair’

Group of people standing in front of a fairground.
Yana Harris, 3rd from the left.

Yana has been cast in a 15-minute comedy pilot that is available online on All4 and YouTube. The show is called Unfair and is set in a Showman’s yard in the East End of Glasgow.

This is what Yana had to say about her the experience:

‘ The show tells the story of a sheltered young woman being kicked out if her mums house and moving in with her boyfriend and his family. Her boyfriend however happens to be a Showman and it’s quite the culture shock.

This show is particularly close to me heart as I am ethnically a Showperson and my community is more often than not misrepresented. The show was written by Emma Lennox, who is married to a showman and has been living on a yard for years. I believe it’s based on her experience.

I play Missouri, the intimidating little sister. I also worked alongside Fair Scotland as an advisor helping the production team with accuracy.’

Press:
The National, Channel 4’s Unfair

Apply Now To Become A Fair Access Ambassador!

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 FAIR ACCESS AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME 

September 2022 through to Summer 2023

⭐️ Applications are now open for our Fair Access Ambassador programme ⭐️

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 What is Fair Access? 

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is an inclusive and diverse environment. We want to encourage as many people as possible, regardless of their background, to get involved with the performing and production arts. The Fair Access department at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland run two programmes – Transitions and WACI – alongside our Fair Access Outreach and Partnership programme. 📽 Watch more here.

 The work of Fair Access Ambassadors 

Our Ambassadors work alongside our staff to help promote and provide information on opportunities around entering into the performing and production arts and our Fair Access activities and events within their local schools and communities. In return, our Ambassadors gain experience within the arts sector, working with people, and developing teamwork and communication skills alongside bespoke training opportunities.

 About you! 

The Ambassador programme is aimed at those aged 16+ who are passionate about the performing and production arts. You will meet the WACI eligibility criteria or be a current Transitions student. Checking your emails regularly, having good knowledge in social media, clear communication skills and being comfortable in social situations are an advantage.

 When will I need to be available? 

Aside from normal Ambassador activities, you will be available to attend our Ambassador meetings either at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland or via Zoom:

▪️ Residential Weekend: 2 – 4 September
▪️ Meetings: 20 Nov 22, 18 Feb 23 and 17 Jun 23.

 Sounds good, where / how do I sign up? 

Our application form will ask you to fill in your personal details and write a short response to the following questions:

▪️ Why are the arts important?
▪️ How would you promote the arts within your community to young people?
▪️ Why and how would you commit to being a Fair Access Ambassador?

*Alternatively, you can attach a short video (2-3 mins) that answers the questions above.

* Applications now closed *

 Completing you application 

To complete your application we ask that you provide a reference from someone you know who is involved in the arts. This can be a teacher, tutor, community practitioner etc.

* Applications now closed *

Get in touch 

If you require further information or have any questions, get in touch with the team at: fairaccesshello@rcs.ac.uk

BBC Radio 3: Nicola Benedetti

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 BBC Radio 3: Nicola Benedetti 

Transitions Students Performance Trip

In February a number of our Transitions students were offered the opportunity to see the Nicola Benedetti-Elschenbroich-Grynyuk Trio in concert. 

Three musicians, cello, violin and piano

Nicola Benedetti needs no introduction at RCS with her inspiring music-making and education programme. The Benedetti-Elschenbroich–Grynyuk Trio performed on the RCS stage with chamber works from Schumann, Rihm and Brahms.

Our students thoroughly enjoyed the performance, providing us with the following feedback:

“I really loved the Brahms piano trio. it was one of the first piano trios I have ever listened to, so it meant a lot to hear it in person by amazing musicians!”

“I felt connected and just overcome with emotion. I felt so grateful to be able to listen to the music and felt such joy listening to it.”

“It reminded me why I want to pursue performance since it brings so much joy to people.”

“I felt so happy to be there. I’m so happy that I got the chance to see this performance. Also, the performance gave me so much inspiration and energy, I want to do music even more than before.”

“I was totally captivated by the whole performance, and couldn’t help but feel like this was something I wanted to do in my future career. There was such variation amongst the pieces, and each one reflected something different – be that different emotions and ideas.“

“It’s really exciting to listen to new music and see new performances/musicians and that it is also a really good learning experience as you expand your knowledge of repertoire and learn essential performance skills.”

We have more Transitions performance trips in the pipeline throughout the coming months, so be sure to keep an eye out for new opportunities to sign-up!

Get Your Performance Trip Tickets Now!

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 PERFORMANCE TRIPS 

Sign up now for your tickets!

Transitions are thrilled to announce a selection of performance trips for you to get involved with and enjoy. Tickets to each performance are on a ‘first come first served’ basis so make sure you sign up as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. Remember your tickets are free and all you need to do is let us know which top three trips you’d like to go on. Browse the calendar below for all the latest trips on offer. Click into each of them to find out more before making your final choices.
🎟 Sign me up: *NOW CLOSED – Calendar Removed*
⏰ Deadline for bookings: Friday 25 March at 12 noon.

Applications for 2022/23 Are Open!

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Applications are now open for our funded Transitions programme where students receive support to kick start their journey in the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Over the next few weeks and months, you’ll be able to hear from our students and alumni on what it has meant to them to be part of the Transitions programme. First up we feature some of our music students and alumni.

Young woman sitting in front of an electronic piano. Looking away smiling.
📸 Robbie Mcfadzean

We recommend that students apply as soon as possible in order for applications to be considered for 2022/23 entry. In order to guarantee consideration for an Autumn 2022 start, applications need to be submitted by the closing dates below:

  • Music: 7 February 2022
  • Acting & Musical Theatre: 28 March 2022
  • Film & Production: 30 May 2022

Head over to our ‘Apply’ page to apply and find out more.

If you have any questions about your application, you can contact us on: transitions@rcs.ac.uk

Transitions Welcome New Student Assistants

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Over the coming months, we hope to be able to provide more opportunities both in-person and online, compulsory or optional.  We are currently looking at what is on offer in terms of live performance and are very excited at the prospect of seeing more students in person again. 

Group of people on a video call.

Student Assistants are an important part of our plans – they support whoever is leading an event but their main role is to be there to get to know students.  They are usually ex-Transitions students and studying at RCS, so they know first-hand what it is like to make the transition.  We are also very happy to offer work to former students whenever we can to help them become multi-skilled artists.
 
So when students take part in an activity and there is a student assistant present, they would love to be asked questions about their journey and share their tips for success!

Podcast Project Launch

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 Podcast Project Launch 

Tuesday 1 February, 7:30pm

Join us on Tuesday 1 February at 7.30pm for the launch of four new podcasts – artist led collaborative projects created with students on the Contemporary Performance Practice and Transitions programmes at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
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These projects ran from June – September 2021 and were supported by the William Grant Foundation, a non-profit association established to support charitable causes in Scotland. Its work is funded by William Grant and Sons Ltd.
Hear more about Podcast Project from Jesse Paul, Fair Access Manager and Dr Laura Bissell, Interim Head of Contemporary Performance, who will also reveal future plans for the project.
We worked with artists Graeme Roger and Dave Martin; Sarah Wishart; Janice Parker and Matthew Arthur Williams. Graeme, Sarah and Janice will join us to discuss the inspiration for their Podcasts, before we hear a short extract from each. The event will conclude with a Creative Conversation involving the artists, facilitated by Dr Laura Bissell.
The event will conclude with a Creative Conversation involving the artists, facilitated by Dr Laura Bissell.
Cost: Free
Age: 16+
Where: On Facebook or on You Tube here.

 

Holiday Greetings from Fair Access

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As we have approached the end of the year we wanted to thank all our students for your commitment during such challenging times. We can see how hard all our Transitions and Widening Access to the Creative Industries students have been working and the Fair Access Team are really proud of you all. 

We believe that the performing and production arts have the power to change lives and we’ve seen this first hand through our workshops, outreach, creative projects, performance trips, creative conversations and events. We hope that you all get to spend the time with the people you like the best over the holidays.

Advice and Support

We have also compiled a list of support services offering advice and support for care experienced and estranged young people over the festive period should you need them:

1/ Time to Talk –  A number you can call for confidential support and advice.

www.reesfoundation.org/time-to-talk

2/ Stand Alone Festive Guide – A guide offering ideas of how to cope with common festive frustrations. 

www.standalone.org.uk/guides/festive-guide

3/ Become Charity – Information including Christmas link-Ups and Advice line information.

www.becomecharity.org.uk/for-young-people/care-advice-line/support-at-christmas

Take care everyone and we hope you have lots of fun.

With much love from the Fair Access Team.