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The Luxembourg European Annual Theatre Summer School (LEATSS) is organising new Masterclass Workshops this summer, from Friday 31 July to Saturday 1 August 2026.
Designed to inspire, challenge and develop participants' theatrical skills in just two days, the masterclasses offer an opportunity to work intensively with experienced theatre professionals - without committing to LEATSS' full summer school programme.
The masterclasses are built around LEATSS' core philosophy of "learning by doing". The practical, hands-on sessions will allow participants to actively explore performance techniques, creative expression and collaborative storytelling.
Fees (including tuition, accommodation and meals) are as follows: €300 for a shared multi-bed room; €390 for a shared double room (hotel in Arlon); €400 for a single room (hotel in Arlon); €300 for day students (including meals). One scholarship / subsidised place is available (€150 for shared accommodation) for anyone who could otherwise not afford to attend. Prospective students must explain why they need the reduced fee by sending an email to admin@leatss.lu.
Like all LEATSS events, the masterclasses are open to participants aged sixteen and above. LEATSS Chair John Brigg described the work as "intense but fun", requiring "a level of understanding and concentration that younger people don't always have".
In summer 2026, two courses will be offered, both on the subject of Shakespeare. "The acting one, led by Mike McCormack, will look at solving the problems posed by the texts - very similar to many modern plays - while the second one will concentrate on singing and acting through singing. This will be led by Graeme Du Fresne and will look at original music for the two plays as well as contemporary songs for present day productions," John explained.
More information and application details are available at leatss.lu.
Venue: Clairefontaine Centre d'Accueil (Rue du Cloître 81, 6700 Arlon, Belgium)
Organiser: Luxembourg European Annual Theatre Summer School (LEATSS)
Price: See above / website
Reservations: See website
URL: For details, see https://www.leatss.lu/Main/main.php
