PURE DRAMA
Patrons: Kim and Gillian Taylforth
Performers
Our PERFORMERS classes are suitable for 5-18 year olds, all abilities and are divided into three age groups:
Ages 5-8 JUNIORS
Ages 9-11 INTERS
Ages 11-13 INTERS PLUS
Ages 13+ SENIORS
The classes focus on Acting, Singing and Dancing.
Performance OPPORTUNITIES
Students perform in one fully costumed and staged show Bi-anually.
Students also perform in one fully costumed and staged showcase a year.
Students also take part in our Bi annual Pure Drama Theatre Craft exams.
Students also have the opportunity to take part in our play in a week Summer Schools.
Our Senior students have the opportunity to perform in our 'Curtain up' evenings three times a year.
Price
Our Junior, Inters and Inters Plus classes cost just £90 a term. The cost for our Senior class is £127. A 50% discount for siblings is available.
*We offer a discounted rate to the students of Avonwood Primary school. Contact Lizzie for more details.
Location
Our Performers sessions take place on the following days at the following locations;
MONDAYS
Corpus Christi Parish Centre, Southbourne
16:00 - 17:00 JUNIOR PERFORMERS
17:00 - 18:00 INTERS PERFORMERS
18:00 - 19:00 INTERS PLUS PERFORMERS
St Christophers Church, Southbourne
16:00 - 17:00 JUNIOR PERFORMERS
Iford URC
19:30-21:00 SENIOR PERFORMERS
Uniform
Our Uniform consists of a PD T-shirt (£15) Black leggings/joggers and black Jazz shoes. These must be worn to every class
Hoodies, Sweatshirts and Jackets are optional (£25-£30)
ACTORS
Our ACTORS classes are suitable for 5-18 year olds, all abilities and are divided into three age groups:
Ages 5-8 JUNIORS
Ages 9-11 INTERS
Ages 11-13 INTERS PLUS
Ages 13+ SENIORS
The classes focus on Acting.
Performance OPPORTUNITIES
Students perform in one fully costumed and staged show Bi-anually.
Students also perform in one fully costumed and staged showcase a year.
Students also take part in our Bi annual Pure Drama Theatre Craft exams.
Students also have the opportunity to take part in our play in a week Summer Schools.
Our Senior students have the opportunity to perform in our 'Curtain up' evenings three times a year.
Our Senior students form our very popular 'Improv Squad' who perform at regular events.
Price
Our Junior, Inters and Inters Plus classes cost just £90 a term. The cost for our Senior class is £127. A 50% discount for siblings is available.
*We offer a discounted rate to the students of Avonwood Primary school. Contact Lizzie for more details.
Location
Our ACTORS sessions take place on the following days at the following locations;
TUESDAYS
Corpus Christi Parish Centre, Southbourne
16:00 - 17:00 INTER ACTORS
17:00 - 18:00 JUNIOR ACTORS
18:00 - 19:00 INTERS PLUS ACTORS
19:00-20:30 SENIOR ACTORS
WEDNESDAYS
Mudeford Wood Community Centre, Christchurch
16:15 - 17:15 JUNIOR ACTORS
17:15 - 18:15 INTERS ACTORS
Uniform
Our Uniform consists of a PD T-shirt (£15) and Black leggings/joggers. These must be worn to every class
Hoodies, Sweatshirts and Jackets are optional (£25-£30)
lamda
LONDON ACADEMY OF MUSIC AND DRAMATIC ART Performance and Communication qualifications
PURE DRAMA is a registered LAMDA exam centre.
Our LAMDA classes are suitable for 4-18 year olds. The classes are taught privately or in small groups ( No more than 6 in a group) and are open to anyone looking to gain confidence, skills and experience in speech, communication and performance, or simply looking for a new challenge!
Whether you're interested in musical theatre, love to act, perform poetry or want to improve your public speaking skills; there is a LAMDA Qualification for you. Our registers are open all year round so you are welcome to join us whenever you'd like.
LAMDA is an internationally recognised qualification and from Grade 6 onwards provides the leaner with UCAS points.
Attainment Level LAMDA Grade 6 LAMDA Grade 7 LAMDA Grade 8
Distinction 12 points 16 points 24 points
Merit 10 points 14 points 16 points
Pass 8 points 12 points 8 points
We are proud to say our LAMDA lessons;
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Help the learner read easily, fluently and with understanding
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Improve self- expression by expanding vocabulary
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Improve confidence in speaking and listening
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Encourages the learner to memorise and recall information
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Encourages the learner to deliver persuasive formal presentations
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Encourages the learner to work successfully alone and in a team.
We offer the following examinations;
SOLO ACTING
Build communications and life skills while developing strong physical and vocal skills.
SOLO MUSICAL THEATRE
Enhance self-confidence by combining singing and acting to tell stories.
SOLO VERSE AND PROSE & SOLO PUBLIC SPEAKING
Develop a clear speaking voice, good body language and self confidence by exploring spoken language.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Our LAMDA Students are invited to perform in 3 Showcases a year
Our LAMDA students also compete in various Competitions and Festivals.
Pure Drama students have had great success at this festival, coming home with numerous places and trophies. Including The Junior Drama Champion, The Junior Speech Champion, The Constance Smart Award and The Donald Willoughby Award for most Outstanding competitor
PRICE
Our Private LAMDA sessions start from £15 (depending on the grade being taken) for 30 minutes a week (Paid Termly)
LOCATION
Our LAMDA sessions take place on the following days at the following locations;
WEDNESDAYS
The Garden Room, Wych Hazel, Meon Road, BH7 6PW
15:15-22:00 Private LAMDA
THURSDAYS
The Garden Room, Wych Hazel, Meon Road, BH7 6PW
15:15-22:00 Private LAMDA
SATURDAYS
The Garden Room, Wych Hazel, Meon Road, BH7 6PW
8:30-12:00
UNIFORM
The Uniform consists of a PD T-shirt (£15) Black leggings/joggers and trainers. These must be worn to all Festivals and Examinations.
Hoodies, Sweatshirts and Jackets are optional (£25-£30)