Preparing Learners

Can learners play different genders?
Learners do not have to select scenes that are gender specific. So female or non binary learners can play male characters, and equally male or non binary le...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Can my learner use a toy weapon?
Real or authentic replica weapons are not permitted in the examination room - this may also include toys and replicas. We would strongly recommend not using...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Can you tell me the suitable age range for each exam?
We have no age restrictions or requirements. Teachers, parents and learners should make a judgment based on the individual learners ability and requirements.
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Can we use recorded music/sound effects in exams?
There are some examinations where the use of music and sound effects are allowed, please do check the regulations for the subject directly to ensure they ar...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:04 PM
How should we cast?
We recommend Teachers and Learners to cast with sensitivity and consideration of the themes and experiences of the character portrayed, particularly in rela...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:07 PM
What if I have an accent? Do we need to adopt accent for pieces written in a dialect?
LAMDA welcomes Learners from all over the world and encourages performances in a wide range of individual accents. Whilst taking examinations, LAMDA encou...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:09 PM
How do we stage our pieces?
As the awarding body we are unable to confirm the suitability of staging. We ask teachers to use their judgment to assess whether a piece enables the learne...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:10 PM
Does all the performance need to be in English?
Yes, Learners should have sufficient English language skill and be suitably prepared to allow them to communicate and perform in line with the requirements ...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:11 PM
What grade is right for me or my learner?
As we have no age restrictions on our exams this is based on the needs of the individual. We ask teachers to make that decision with the learner after looki...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 4:17 PM
For ROA Exams: What are the staging requirements/limits?
For a Remote Online Assessment, the Learner(s) must be on camera and in full view throughout the exam. LAMDA recommends that they should rehearse the stage ...
Mon, 9 Jun, 2025 at 12:29 PM