LAMDA LAMDA at Queen ’ s for all students
LAMDA stands for London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Queen's College has an incredible performing arts team and we are delighted that Laura Sewell is joining us to teach LAMDA speech and drama classes. Laura is incredibly experienced and enthusiastic and we know that her input will further strengthen the technique and
interpretive skills of students across the full age range in the Prep and Senior School. LAMDA exams are fully accredited and offer the opportunity to achieve nationally recognised standards which can even earn points towards university access, so we are thrilled to welcome Laura who has a track record of achieving the very highest grades with her students. If you are interested in the one - to - one lessons you can contact the CC co - ordinator Mr Wilde, artistic director Mr Trafford, or Mrs Sewell direct via school email for a taster session. A LAMDA exam is the speech and drama equivalent of a music grade, which begin at basic levels and culminates at Grade 8. The exams use performance to develop self - confidence, physical presence and a strong speaking voice. We work on developing essential skills in diction and projection for delivering talks, presentations and speeches in a safe environment.
The Communication syllabus is separated into three main categories:
Speaking Verse and Prose
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Reading for Performance - acting
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Q Speaking in Public Students taking Verse and Prose tutorials will study a piece of poetry and prose. There are nine levels, Entry to Grade 8 (gold medal). Grade 6 - 8 are also known as Bronze, Silver and Gold Medal. These grades come with UCAS points to aid entry to University. As the grades advance, the material becomes more challenging in vocabulary and context. The vocal expression and unshakeable confidence that children attain as a result of studying LAMDA will last them a lifetime. Mrs Sewell asked an adult and former LAMDA student what their LAMDA studies gave them and they told her, “ a belief that I can present myself. Studying for my LAMDA exams developed other areas of interest outside my school curriculum and gave me the confidence to stand up and be heard ”.
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