Cumbria Dance: Drama
LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Art)
Pupils may work towards examinations in Acting and The Speaking of Verse and Prose.
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art is the oldest drama school in the United Kingdom. It began offering examinations in 1880 and is now the largest Speech and Drama Awarding Body.
LAMDA examinations are accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA)
Productions
Pupils may take part in drama productions that take place throughout the year. Past productions include:
Hiawatha
The Jungle Book
Grimms Tales
The Snow Queen
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Revolting Rhymes
Beatlemania
Daisy Pulls it Off
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.
The Railway Children
GCSE Drama
The GCSE course is open to students in Year 10 and above. A two year course, but some students with relevant drama experience may complete in one year.