What is a LAMDA exam?
A LAMDA exam is the speech and drama equivalent of a music grade. Like music grades, LAMDA exams culminate at Grade 8. LAMDA exams cover a range of disciplines: • Acting • Devising Drama • Miming • Speaking Verse and Prose • Reading for Performance • Using Spoken English • Speaking in Public Exams can be taken at four levels: • Entry Level • Level 1 – Grades 1, 2, 3 • Level 2 – Grades 4 and 5 • Level 3 – Grades 6, 7 and 8 (Bronze Medal, Silver Medal, Gold Medal) There are also Introductory Examinations for young performers (5–7 years) who are taking the first steps in memorising, reciting, and communicating.