Manilva’s Cultural Department, headed by Councillor Yolanda Holgado, has initiated an ambitious project to create a Municipal Stage School in Manilva.

The project has been proposed by the “El Gato Cultural” theatre group, and supported by EMAE (Municipal Schools of Stage Arts), Manilva Cultural Department, along with Malaga’s Provincial Cultural Department.

The programme is aimed at both children and adults and will cover all aspects of stagecraft from drama, mime, movement, magic, storytelling and voice training, along with backstage skills such as scenery and set changes.

The classes will begin in the week commencing 15th October and all those interested should enquire at Manilva Town Hall 952 890 065; Tenencia de Alcaldia in Sabinillas 952 890 029; Edificio Usos Multiples in Sabinillas 952 893 838 or the Castle in Castillo de la Duquesa 952 893 092. The course is 120 euros for adults and 60 euros for children payable in two equal stages.