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Sheffield U3A Literature and Drama Groups

Book Group I

 

Coordinator

Margaret Walton

Telephone

(0114) 255 6563

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Friday, am, monthly

Venue

Dore Moor Inn

Cost

£1 per annum

Details

Access Code PV

We meet to discuss all aspects of a book (all genres) which is chosen and introduced by a different member each  month.  All members are invited to suggest books for discussion.  Members have the opportunity to join occasional literary outings.

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Book Group II

 

Coordinator

Irene Voyce

Telephone

(0114) 235 2637

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Friday, am, monthly

Venue

Dore Moor Inn

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code PV

 

We meet at the Dore Moor Inn, Hathersage Road, on the first Friday of each month.  Each member nominates a book for discussion which is followed by lunch as/if required.

 

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Book Group III

Coordinator

Wendy Jenrick

Telephone

(0114) 268 7047

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

2nd Tuesday, am, monthly

Venue

Dore Moor Inn

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code PV

 

We choose a book,  (any novel, biography etc.) in turn and meet to discuss it over coffee.  We then have lunch in a relaxed session.

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Book Group IV

Coordinator

Mary Whyms

Telephone

(0114) 236 8628

Email

Meeting/Time/Frequency

Friday, am, monthly

Venue

Dore Moor Inn

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code PV

We intend to discuss a variety of authors, covering biography, the Classics and novels.  Each month a book will be picked and introduced by each member of the Group. This hopefully will introduce members to new authors.

 

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Book Group V

Coordinator

Mary Brookes

Telephone

(0114) 235 0180

Email

Meeting/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, pm, monthly

Venue

Coordinator's home

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code MH

Read a book each month (sets available at the library).  Meet to discuss it.  One members introduces the book, mentioning author's life, other books etc., and initiates the discussion.

 

 

Bookworm

Coordinator

Angela Butler 

Telephone

(0114) 288 4778

Email

Meeting/Time/Frequency

Friday pm.monthly

Venue

Stocksbridge Library 

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code PV

Books are chosen at random from the Sheffield Public Libraries reading group sets. There is no set theme or pattern of reading so we all get to read books we would not have picked off the shelf. So far, the service and venue are free of charge.

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Creative Writing

 

Coordinator

Meg Jepson

Telephone

(0114) 288 2929

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Friday.pm.monthly

Venue

Library Room Stocksbridge

Cost

£3 every 3 months

Details

Access Code PV

 

The sessions will work as a series of accumulative workshops based on practical activities working with observation and many other exercises to open up the natural abilities of each participant. Finding the interests of group members and devising exercises to develop their skills and confidence will be at the heart of the sessions. Evolving a group spirit of support and friendship will form a strong platform for sharing and reading work. Help will also be given in the area of reading one’s own pieces to others which can have a strong influence on the writing itself.

 

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Drama Study

 

Coordinator

John Parsons

Telephone/email

(0114) 230 4902

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, pm, fortnightly

Venue

Tutor's home, S11

Cost

nil

Details

Access Code MH

 

We are not a playreading group, nor do we put on stage productions. We read a play for ourselves and then discuss it in the group under the enthusiastic and expert guidance of our tutor, Mike Gardner, who was once a lecturer in Drama. Mike takes us in a lively and informative way through aspects of a play such as plot, characters, historical background, and production. Where possible we tie in our study of a play with a visit to see it at the Crucible or the Lyceum on a group visit. Reading a play to oneself is an acquired skill: plays are not as user-friendly as novels or poems. It is, however, very rewarding once you have the knack.

 

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Enjoying Literature

 

Coordinator

Jackie Wilson

Telephone

(0114) 246 9095

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Wednesday, am, fortnightly

Venue

Coordinator's home S7

Cost

50p per meeting

Details

Access Code MH


We read a book a fortnight but sometimes we take a month to complete the reading. Members describe their responses and evaluate what they have read.

 

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Film Appreciation

 

Coordinator

Lesley Dixon

Telephone/email

(0114) 268 5881

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday pm monthly

Venue

Showroom Cinema

Cost

Cinema tickets

Details

Access Code PVHL

Discussion of films seen since last meeting and general film studies topics. Occasional talks by members on a special personal interest.

 

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Literature Network

 

Coordinator

Belinda Barber

Telephone

(0114) 230 4717

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Twice yearly

Venue

Various

Cost

 

Details

Access Code PV


Meetings are organised twice a year where people who have an interest in the field of literature, both writing and reading, are invited to participate.

 

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Novel Reading I

 

Coordinator

Pam West

Telephone

(0114) 266 2188

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, pm, four weekly

Venue

Members' homes, S10

Cost

50p per meeting

Details

Access Code MH


We read a book each month which members take turns to choose, introduce and lead the discussion.

 

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 Novel Reading II

 

Coordinator

Kay Beeston

Telephone

(01433) 631247

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, pm, monthly

Venue

members' homes, various

Cost

nil

Details

Access Code MH

A member chooses a book.  All members read the book (novel).  We meet, the book is introduced by the member whose choice it is and discussion follows.

 

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 Novel Reading III

 

Coordinator

Judith Vernier

Telephone

(01246) 418607

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

2nd Friday, am, monthly

Venue

various members' homes

Cost

nil

Details

Access Code MH

We read and discuss one novel a month,from a list of titles chosen by members.   The member whose suggestion it is, introduces the book with details about the author, why she chose it for discussion etc.  Recent authors include:  Rose Tremain, Sebastian Barry . Bernard Schlink and Mrs Gaskell.

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 Novel Reading IV

 

Coordinator

Mary Simpson

Telephone

245 2568

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Wednesday, am, monthly

Venue

Parson Cross Library

Cost

nil

Details

Access Code PV

We discuss the latest books we have read - (we take 2 books per session).  Every opinion is treated with respect, and there are interesting conversational developments due to diverse views. There is usually a very agreeable outcome.  We are a friendly, welcoming group of people.

 

 

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Play Reading I

 

Coordinator

Mike West

Telephone

(0114) 266 2188

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, pm, 4 weekly

Venue

members' homes

Cost

50p per meeting

Details

Access Code MH


We aim to read a complete play at each meeting, rotating parts as widely as possible. Plays chosen are predominantly modern and range from high drama to farce.

 

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Play Reading II

 

Coordinator

Doreen Findlay

Telephone/email

(0114) 266 8577

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Last Friday, pm, monthly

Venue

Coordinator's home

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code MH


We discuss our preferences and decide on the type of play/ author/ comedy/ tragedy.We read anything from Aristophanes to Aykbourne.  I go down to the Central Library and trawl their stock, choosing something for everyone - usually successful.  We are a good humoured group and usually enjoy ourselves.

 

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Play Reading III

 

Coordinator

Mavis Frost

Telephone

(0114) 236 4249

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, am, four weekly

Venue

Coordinator's home S17

Cost

Nil

Details

Access Code MH

Occasional theatre visits.

 

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Poetry Study

 

Coordinator

Freda Green

Email

Telephone

(0114) 236 4882

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Wednesday, pm, fortnightly

Venue

Tutor's home S11

Cost

nil

Details

Access Code MH


Study of poetry - each course usually chosen by the tutor.  This is not a lecture but a free discussion of what the poem means to us personally with the tutor helping with the difficult bits. 

 

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Poetry for Pleasure

 

Coordinator

Patricia Parkin

Telephone

(0114) 236 8009

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Wednesday, pm, fortnightly

Venue

Coordinator's home

Cost

nil

Details

Access Code MH


Poetry reading on topics chosen by group members, followed by discussion of poems chosen by each individual.
Presentation of brief biography of poet given by group member - followed by poems of the chosen poet.

 

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Reading for Pleasure

 

Coordinator

Susan Kirkman

Telephone

(0114) 236 1971

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Thursday pm monthly

Venue

Coordinator’s home

Cost

50p for refreshments

Details

Access Code MH

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Shakespeare for Pleasure

 

Coordinator

Kay Nicholson

Telephone

(0114) 268 6220

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, am, fortnightly

Venue

Members' homes

Cost

 

Details

Access Code MH


We meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. in various members' homes.  We watch DVDs or videos of Shakespeare's plays, followed by discussion and some readings at the following meeting.

 

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Story Writers

 


Coordinator

Margaret Briddon

Telephone

(0114) 262 0501

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, am, four weekly

Venue

various

Cost

£2.50 per annum

Details Access Code MH

 

A new theme or topic is introduced monthly to inspire members to write a story. Usually, individual creative work but occasionally biographical, historical or adopting the style of a famous author. A pleasant, non critical atmosphere. Comment limited to helpful suggestions.
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Book Group I

Book Group II

Book Group III

Book Group IV

Book Group V

Bookworm

Creative writing

Drama Study

Enjoying Literature

Film Appreciation

Literature Network

Novel Reading I

Novel Reading II

Novel Reading III

Novel Reading IV

Play Reading I

Play Reading II

Play Reading III

Poetry Study

Poetry for Pleasure

Reading for Pleasure

Shakespeare for Pleasure

Story Writers

 

 

 

 

 

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