Acting, Musical Theatre & Directing

Professional Acting, Classical Acting, Musical Theatre and Directing courses in London at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

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Undergraduate & non-degree courses

CHAOS

BA (Hons) Professional Acting

Get ready for an exhilarating and challenging journey to prepare you for life as an independent, creative professional actor.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

Foundation

Foundation in Stage and Screen (CertHE)

Experience first-hand industry-leading actor and production arts training at LAMDA.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

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Semester Programme Classical Acting (Autumn 2026)

Get a taste of world-renowned British conservatoire training in London across one intense, exhilarating semester.

Apply now for Autumn 2026 (September - December 2026)

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Semester Programme Classical Acting (Spring 2026)

Build upon your practical acting skills in this advanced and intensive study abroad programme.

Applications open soon for Spring 2027

Postgraduate courses

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MFA Professional Acting

This Master's degree provides rigorous, world-class conservatoire training combined with industry-level postgraduate project work.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

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MA Classical Acting for the Professional Theatre

An intensive Master's degree delivered through an inspiring and exhilarating programme of classwork, scene study and workshops.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

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MFA Classical Acting: Performance & Practice

Experience a stimulating journey into the landscape of drama pedagogy and adaptation and hone your own approach to teaching.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

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MA Directing

This competitive course provides emerging directors with contemporary vocational training supported by leading industry professionals.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

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MA Musical Theatre

Our MA Musical Theatre programme offers world-class performance opportunities and unparalleled industry exposure.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

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MFA Musical Theatre

Our MFA in Musical Theatre prepares you for a successful career on stage and beyond while giving you the tools to direct and teach.

Apply now for September 2026 entry

Acting courses overview

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