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1 THERE really is nowhere in Scotland like the Royal Conservatoire (RCS) and this week they have a treat in store – the launch of their online short courses for adults and children alike. The kids’ courses include classes in filmmaking, drama, theatre and musical theatre, for adults there are courses in acting, drama and filmmaking at home. Fun and creativity during lockdown is a mouse click away. For full information please log on to www.rcs.ac.uk/adult short study/evenings-online/
2 SAVE the Calton studios livestream. Calton Studios is launching a Crowdfunder appeal to help CS survive Covid and support musicians as well as the wider artistic community in Glasgow to survive and thrive. It will run continuously from January 9 to February 27.