DRAMA// EXAMINATIONS
LAMDA EXAMS
ACTING, SPEAKING VERSE AND PROSE
Founded in 1861, LAMDA is the oldest drama school in the
UK. LAMDA started to offer examina-tions in speech and
drama to the public over 130 years ago. Since then they have
developed an enviable reputation for excellence in the provision
of Communication and Performance examinations in the UK,
and they are rapidly extending their reach internationally.
The process of preparing for and succeeding in a LAMDA
Examination helps Learners, whatever their ages or aspirations,
to develop a broad range of skills that will serve them throughout
life. The examinations create Learners who can:
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read easily, fluently and with good understanding
expand vocabulary to improve powers of self-expression
improve confidence in speaking and listening
memorise and recall information
research and create persuasive formal presentations
create and defend arguments
engage in constructive informal conversation
work both on their own and participate as a member
of a team
No matter what direction Learners choose to follow in the
future, LAMDA examinations provide the opportunity to
nurture their natural abilities. These critical skills will enhance
their self-confidence to engage and contribute fully, whether
at school, in further education, at work or in the community.
In other words, to fulfil their potential.
LAMDA examinations are rooted in encouraging Learners
of all ages to develop a love of literature, poetry and drama
and thus improve standards of communication through the
spoken word.
The syllabus provides a wide range of opportunities to do so.
Ultimately, it is a sense of achieve-ment that empowers the
Learner. LAMDA Examinations demonstrates not only that a
candidate have met rigorous Assessment Criteria in a particular
discipline, but also that they have grown as individuals through
participating in a worthwhile activity that is respected as a
global standard.
In June this year,
there was no stopping
the
18
LAMDA
candidates as they
dedicated themselves
to creating exceptional
performances in their
Acting and Speaking
Verse
and
Prose
examinations, proving that hard work really does pay off.
All candidates did themselves proud and shone in the delivery
of their final pieces in front of an ex-ternal examiner whereby
they proved that creativity, discipline and resilience are not
only qualities that create excellent performances but are
valuable personal attributes that will guide them through life.
This year saw excellent results with 12 distinctions, 7 merits
and 1 pass. A special mention goes to Ella Smith who achieved
the highest distinction mark of 94/100.
Louisa Chacksfield
Pass with Distinction
Lucy Coles
Pass with Distinction
Poppy Ducker
Pass with Distinction
Imogen Gilbey
Pass with Distinction
Thomas McDowell
Pass with Distinction
Dylan McLane
Pass with Distinction
Esme Regan
Pass with Distinction
Ella Smith
Pass with Distinction
Isobel Stephenson
Pass with Distinction
Freddie Woodruff
Pass with Distinction
Mathilda Young
Pass with Distinction
Alice Bell
Pass with Merit
Georgina Hamblin
Pass with Merit
Terrence Ho Kan Huang Pass with Merit
Joseph Maycock
Pass with Merit
Izzy Rowley
Pass with Merit (Bronze Medal)
Olivia Whitehead
Pass with Merit
Julian Brittenden
Pass
It is both a pleasure and an honour to work with the
LAMDA candidates as their commitment and dedication to
their work continually shines through as they strive to reach
their full potential.
G Hudson
THE POCKLINGTONIAN
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