PURE DRAMA LAMDA

 

LONDON ACADEMY OF MUSIC AND DRAMATIC ART Performance and Communication qualifications

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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!

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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. 

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LAMDA is an internationally recognised qualification and from Grade 6 onwards provides the leaner with UCAS points.

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Attainment Level   LAMDA Grade 6    LAMDA Grade 7    LAMDA Grade 8

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Distinction              12 points                   16 points                 24 points

 

Merit                        10 points                   14 points                16 points

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Pass                         8 points                     12 points                 8 points

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We are proud to say our LAMDA lessons;

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• Help the learner read easily, fluently and with understanding

• Improve self- expression by expanding vocabulary

• Improve confidence in speaking and listening

• Encourages the learner to memorise and recall information

• Encourages the learner to deliver persuasive formal presentations

• Encourages the learner to work successfully  alone and in a team.

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We offer the following examinations;

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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.

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SOLO VERSE AND PROSE & SOLO PUBLIC SPEAKING

Develop a clear speaking voice, good body language and self confidence by exploring spoken language.

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PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Our LAMDA Students perform in one fully costumed and staged showcase a year. This is a wonderful opportunity to share our exam work to an audience. This takes place at The Shelley Theatre or Corpus Christi Parish Centre. Our LAMDA students also compete in the Bournemouth music festival competitions. 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

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PRICE

Our Private LAMDA sessions are £13.00-£15.00 (depending on the grade being taken) for 30 minutes a week (Paid Termly) and our group sessions £7.50 a week (Paid Termly). 

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LOCATION

Our LAMDA sessions take place on the following days at the following locations;

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TUESDAYS

St Nicholas Church Hall, Southbourne

20:00 - 21:00 Group LAMDA (Ages 13-18)

 

FRIDAYS

The Garden Room, Wych Hazel, Meon Road, BH7 6PW

12:00 - 15:00 Private LAMDA and audition preparation

19:15 - 21:15 Private LAMDA

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SATURDAYS

The Garden Room, Wych Hazel, Meon Road, BH7 6PW

08:00 - 18:00  Private LAMDA

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UNIFORM

The Uniform consists of a PD T-shirt (£12) Black leggings/joggers and trainers. These must be worn to all Festivals and Examinations.

Hoodies are optional (£25-£30)