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LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art)

London

  • Location: City

About us

LAMDA is the oldest drama school in the UK and a pioneering conservatoire in the heart of London that offers industry-leading vocational training in Acting, Directing, Musical Theatre, and Production and Technical arts. 

LAMDA was ranked number one in The Guardian's prestigious 2025 UK Universities Guide for Drama and Dance and as the sixth best drama school in the world in The Hollywood Reporter. Graduates go on to act on stage in the West End, on Broadway, at Shakespeare's Globe, on TV and in film and to work behind the scenes as stage managers, lighting and sound designers and directors, producers and writers.

Notable alumni include actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Leah Harvey, David Oyelowo and Brian Cox, directors Rebecca Frecknall, Tinuke Craig and Polly Findlay, and technical practitioners Natasha Chivers and Tingying Dong. 

 

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Life at LAMDA

At LAMDA, we believe drama has the power to transform lives. In this short film, some of our students talk about how training at LAMDA has inspired them to them to learn, grow and thrive.

What makes us different

  • Industry-leading training: LAMDA offers internationally recognised training programmes and prepares students for thriving careers in film, television, theatre, live events, audio broadcasting and more.
  • Diverse and inclusive community: We celebrate diversity and foster an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the freedom to develop their own artistic voice.
  • State-of-the-art facilities: Train in the heart of London, in an award-winning building with three theatres and new studios equipped with virtual production and motion caption technology.
  • Unparalleled opportunities: Experience industry placements, masterclasses run by esteemed alumni, and opportunities to work with established directors on public productions and short films.
  • Student wellbeing: With a Student Advisor, Student Wellbeing Manager and full Admissions team, our staff are always on-hand to listen, give support during your studies and help you succeed.
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LAMDA

155 Talgarth Road, London, W14 9DA