Classes and Programmes
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Free classes for older people at Studio 2
𝄜 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
⏱ Various times throughout the week
𐀪 Older Adults
☰ FREE
As part of the Arts and Older People Programme funded by the Arts Council NI, Studio 2 is offering a range of free creative classes designed to encourage creativity, connection and wellbeing. The programme includes discussion and storytelling, creative writing, dance, crafts, theatre and practical making workshops in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
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Oil Painting for Beginners
𝄜 Wednesdays
⏱ 7:00pm-9:00pm
𐀪 Age 16+
☰ £7.50 per class
Oil Painting for Beginners is a friendly introduction to oil painting, focused on building confidence and enjoying the process. Learn the basics of painting and colour mixing using the Michael Wilcox system, with no prior experience needed.
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Young Crafters Academy
𝄜 Monday, Tuesday
⏱ 4:30pm-5:45pm
𐀪 Age 3+
☰ £5 Per Class
Young Crafters Academy is a fun and friendly art and craft workshop led by Emma Daly, where children explore making through hands-on activities and simple creative projects. Sessions use a mix of materials and techniques, with plenty of space for imagination, colour, and messy creativity
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Lets Dance!
𝄜 Wednesday
⏱ 7pm-9pm
𐀪 Age 21+
☰ £8 per class
Let’s Dance is a fun and welcoming adult dance class led by Zoe Ramsey. Open to beginners and those returning to dance, the class focuses on building confidence, improving fitness, and helping you move, relax, and feel good.
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Baby Movers
𝄜 Mondays
⏱ Times can vary, check registration
𐀪 Children aged 3 and under. Adults must be at least 6 weeks postpartum following an unassisted birth, or 12 weeks following an assisted birth, and fit to exercise.
☰ Check registration for price
Baby Movers - Sensory Circuits is a fitness and strength-based class led by Claire Harkin, designed for parents or carers to exercise alongside babies and young children. Sessions follow a circuit format, with sensory play set up so little ones can play safely nearby while adults work out.
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Creative Dance
𝄜 Saturdays
⏱ 9:30am-10:30am OR 10:30am-11:30am
𐀪 Ages 4-7 for class 1 and 8-11 for class 2
☰ £5 Per Class
Fun, creative dance classes led by dance artist Ayesha Mailey, offering a playful and non-competitive space for children to move, imagine and create.
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Crafty Club
𝄜 Saturdays
⏱ 9.30am-10.30am OR 10.30am- 11.30am
𐀪 Age 4+
☰ £5 Per Class
Join Gracie Boo for fun and creative Art & Craft workshops where children will explore different materials and techniques while turning recycled items into unique artworks to take home.
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Little Stars Drama Academy
𝄜 Saturday
⏱ 9:30am-10:30am
𐀪 Age 3-5
☰ £5 per class
A fun introduction to drama for young children, using play, storytelling and movement to build confidence and social skills. Classes encourage imagination, communication and creative expression in a supportive environment. Led by facilitator Roma Harvey.
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Shooting Stars Drama Academy
𝄜 Saturday
⏱ 10:30am-11:30am
𐀪 Age 5-7
☰ £5 per class
Shooting Stars builds on early drama skills while helping children grow in confidence and creativity. Through games, character work and storytelling, participants develop performance skills and teamwork in a supportive setting. Led by facilitator Roma Harvey.
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Shining Stars Drama Academy
𝄜 Saturday
⏱ 11:30am-12:30pm
𐀪 Age 8-11
☰ £5 per class
Shining Stars is designed for older primary school children ready to develop stronger performance skills. Students explore character, voice and movement while building confidence, creativity and stage awareness. Led by facilitator Roma Harvey.
Events, Performances and Camps
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Summer Camps at Studio 2!
𝄜 Running across July and August, with a brand new theme each week
⏱ 9:30am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday
⚲ Studio 2
☰ Each week is booked and paid for separately (Monday - Friday). You can book any individual week - whether that’s one week, a few weeks, or all 6.
£90 per child per week, or £160 for 2 siblings, or £250 for 3 siblingsLunch provided!
Ages 4-11!
Step into a summer packed with energy, creativity, and imagination at Studio2. Our summer camps are designed to give young people a space to explore, express, and build confidence through a wide mix of activities that keep every day fresh and engaging.
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The Unreal Housewives of Derry - Ride Again!
𝄜 Fri 12 Jun - Sat 13 Jun, 2026
⏱ 8pm
⚲ The Millennium Forum
☰ £22.50 Includes £1.50 development fee
Greater Shantallow Community Arts Presents The Unreal Housewives of Derry: Ride again.
It is a riotous new comedy that parodies the global Real Housewives phenomenon through a uniquely Derry lens.
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Youth Programmes
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COMING SOON - Youthstart
𝄜 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
⏱ Various Times
𐀪 Age: Juniors (9-13) | Seniors (14-18)
☰ Free | Open Access
Youthstart will be kicking off very shortly. Click learn more to see what it is, and to register your interest!
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