Storytelling Course

ByCity Academy

Communication

Beginner

A beginner storytelling course covering narrative structure, delivery, voice, movement and adapting stories for different audiences.

About this course

Participants develop and shape stories using narrative structure, characterisation, language and genre. Practical exercises explore how voice, movement and use of space affect delivery, while activities address adapting storytelling for personal, professional and performance settings. The course includes opportunities to experiment with different styles and develop an individual approach. In the final session, each participant performs a story of their choice in front of the group and receives tutor feedback.

What you'll learn

  • Structure and shape a story from beginning to end
  • Use vocal clarity, expression, movement and space in storytelling
  • Adapt storytelling style for different audiences and situations
  • Apply narrative structure, characterisation and language techniques
  • Experiment with different storytelling genres and styles

Is this course right for you?

The course is open to complete beginners as well as learners with performance or public-speaking experience. It involves practical group exercises and performing a chosen story in front of the group, followed by tutor feedback.

  • Includes an individual performance during the final session

Before you go

  • Participants may bring stories they would like to explore.
  • Exercises and materials are provided.

Class teacher

Where this course runs

City Academy

London's leading performing arts academy

8 communication courses on Learn.London

Upcoming classes

7 classes

Selected date

Thu 12 Nov 2026

18:30 – 20:30 • 6 weeks

£250

City Academy, Farringdon

Ariella EshedClass teacher
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Other available dates

  • Fri 8 Jan 2027

    19:00 – 21:00 • 6 weeks

    City Academy, Farringdon

    Ariella Eshed

    £250

  • Tue 16 Feb 2027

    19:00 – 21:00 • 6 weeks

    City Academy, Farringdon

    Ariella Eshed

    £250

  • Sun 7 Mar 2027

    15:00 – 17:00 • 6 weeks

    City Academy, Farringdon

    Ariella Eshed

    £250

  • Sun 4 Apr 2027

    10:00 – 12:00 • 6 weeks

    City Academy, Farringdon

    Ariella Eshed

    £250

  • Mon 3 May 2027

    19:00 – 21:00 • 6 weeks

    City Academy, Farringdon

    Communication team

    £250

  • Mon 21 Jun 2027

    19:00 – 21:00 • 6 weeks

    City Academy, Farringdon

    Communication team

    £250

StartsScheduleLengthTeacherVenuePrice
8 Jan 2027
Fridays
19:00 - 21:00
Short course6 weeks
AriellaEshed
City AcademyFarringdon
£250.00
16 Feb 2027
Tuesdays
19:00 - 21:00
Short course6 weeks
AriellaEshed
City AcademyFarringdon
£250.00
7 Mar 2027
Sundays
15:00 - 17:00
Short course6 weeks
AriellaEshed
City AcademyFarringdon
£250.00
4 Apr 2027
Sundays
10:00 - 12:00
Short course6 weeks
AriellaEshed
City AcademyFarringdon
£250.00
3 May 2027
Mondays
19:00 - 21:00
Short course6 weeks
ActingTutors
City AcademyFarringdon
£250.00
21 Jun 2027
Mondays
19:00 - 21:00
Short course6 weeks
ActingTutors
City AcademyFarringdon
£250.00
  • Thu 12 Nov, 18:30 - 20:30

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    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksThu 18:30£250
    AriellaEshedCity Academy
    AriellaEshed
    £250
  • Fri 8 Jan, 19:00 - 21:00

    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksFri 19:00£250
    AriellaEshedCity Academy
    AriellaEshed
    £250
  • Tue 16 Feb, 19:00 - 21:00

    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksTue 19:00£250
    AriellaEshedCity Academy
    AriellaEshed
    £250
  • Sun 7 Mar, 15:00 - 17:00

    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksSun 15:00£250
    AriellaEshedCity Academy
    AriellaEshed
    £250
  • Sun 4 Apr, 10:00 - 12:00

    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksSun 10:00£250
    AriellaEshedCity Academy
    AriellaEshed
    £250
  • Mon 3 May, 19:00 - 21:00

    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksMon 19:00£250
    ActingTutorsCity Academy
    ActingTutors
    £250
  • Mon 21 Jun, 19:00 - 21:00

    6 weeks
    City Academy
    6 weeksMon 19:00£250
    ActingTutorsCity Academy
    ActingTutors
    £250

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