In addition to our Saturday sessions Stage2 offers private tuition for a range of qualifications. This is done at various times during the week in the homes of Tutors. A standard term is ten weeks long, with one hour a week being shared by two people (one duo or two solos etc) or a group.

Our most established group of Qualifications are accredited by LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art). Stage2 offer tuition in Acting, Musical Theatre, Miming, and Devising Drama, in a combination of Solo, Duo Combined and Group exams. (Also look out for Choral Speaking, Public Speaking and Verse and Prose being taught in the future).

LAMDA

examinations are designed to equip candidates, whatever their age, experience or aspiration, with a range of skills that will serve them throughout life.

LAMDA tuition gives you the opportunity to receive tuition on a one to one basis‚ your Tutors will have more time to focus on your individual development, as opposed to a show option where the director is working with 100 of you! If the thought of going it alone is putting you off then working in groups or duos also opens a whole new variety of pieces and scenes that you can learn from whilst developing your acting skills, theatrical knowledge and most importantly, building your confidence. LAMDA, essentially, is about you; it's your time, your development and your exam. It's a great way to to learn in an informative and invigorating way. You'd be surprised how much LAMDA exams can help with schoolwork and general knowledge.

LAMDA is seriously recommended to anyone applying for Drama School. Tutors can guide you through areas for improvement and help you to build a repertoire of diverse pieces.

For those of you applying to university, LAMDA is an equally valuable experience. More and more universities are looking for well-rounded individuals with enthusiasm and lots to talk about. LAMDA can spark conversations about writers, favourite plays, context and research in interviews.

LAMDA's new syllabus means that all levels of LAMDA exams are now accredited as recognisable equivalents to standard qualifications: Level 1 exams (Grades 1-3) are the equivalent of low grades at GCSE, Level 2 (Grades 4 and 5) high grade GCSE and Level 3 (Grades 6,7 and 8) have the equivalent UCAS points of AS and A-Levels.

Stage2 works to offer as many benefits to its members as possible. Both Stage2 and LAMDA are keen to promote and provide a network of support for young people, as shown by LAMDA’s new focus on both the career benefits and enrichment opportunities that their exams can provide.

LAMDA's mission is to:

•  Improve standards in communication through the spoken word

•  Foster an appreciation of literature, poems and drama

•  Acknowledge levels of achievement

•  Support the creative, intellectual and social development of the individual as a whole

Preparation for an examination will:

•  Unlock the imagination and creative-thinking

•  Develop communication skills

•  Refine technical skills and artistry

•  Promote team working

The examinations themselves provide candidates with an opportunity to:

• Measure progress against an international standard

• Make contact with expert practitioner examiners outside the immediate teaching environment

• Build self-confidence and self-esteem

• Acquire skill certification for career development

• Receive critical appraisal and guidance for future development

The range of exam options supports progression and allows the candidate to extend personal and vocational skills whilst realising their potential.

If you're unsure about LAMDA and want to find out more, come to our next Stage2 LAMDA Showcase Evening where you will see the pieces candidates are entering for their exams. You can also speak to Tutors, visit the Freshers Fair Stall, speak to Mentors or talk to past candidates.

If you have seen a LAMDA evening and are sure you want to give it ago then please see the next page for Stage2 conditions of LAMDA examinations.