Friday, 16 February
(during half-term), 9.30--4.00
Grammar Day
Introduction to English grammar; grammar in child language
acquisition; grammar in relation to reading and writing; grammar clinic
(dealing with questions raised by participants).
Wednesday, 30 May
(during half-term), 9.30--4.00
History of the
Language Day
Introduction to the history of the English language; Old
English, Middle English, Early Modern English; change in pronunciation,
grammar, and vocabulary; change and variation today.
Saturday and Sunday,
28-29 July, 9.30--4.00 with an evening film
or performance event
Shakespeare's
Language Weekend
Introduction to Shakespeare's use of vocabulary, grammar,
metre, orthography; his linguistic creativity; his influence on modern English;
the second day will be an introduction to original pronunciation, followed by a
workshop in which participants will be trained to use the accent for themselves
(and receive a certificate affirming they have taken such a course).
Cost: per day £150;
Early Bird £125 - includes morning and afternoon refreshment and buffet lunch
Certificates of attendance will be provided if required.
Booking
Because of the limited size and facilities of the venue,
places are limited to 50, so early booking is advised. An Early Bird discount
is available, up to two months before the event. People should book by mail to
the Ucheldre Centre, Millbank, Holyhead LL65 1TE, or directly through
boxoffice@ucheldre.org, or by phone 01407 763361. They will be sent a
registration form (via email or post, as requested) to be returned to the
Centre along with payment.
One- or two-day bespoke courses at mutually convenient times
can be programmed upon request (cost: £5K per diem), with the content decided
by the group (maximum 25 people). Six months notice is usually required.
All events are held in support of the Ucheldre Centre, a
community arts venue in Holyhead, and a registered charity.