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London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art Hello & welcome A world-leading drama school and examinations provider, training and inspiring exceptional artists for over 160 years.
The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is a drama school located in Hammersmith, London. It is the oldest specialist drama school in the British Isles and a founding member of the Federation of Drama Schools. The institution is ranked 6th in the world by The Hollywood Reporter's annual list of the 25 top drama schools.
We offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in acting, musical theatre, directing, and production & technical arts, as well as a range of short courses throughout the year. Please note: Applications for North American-based applicants will open in the autumn.
Applications for September 2025 entry to our foundation level and undergraduate courses are now open. Explore our range of courses below, and join our LAMDA Newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest news.
The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, in short known as LAMDA, is a conservatoire that has been training artists for over 160 years. The academy’s current home is in Baron’s Court, West London, the former home of the Royal Ballet School, where it has been situated since 2003.
LAMDA is the oldest drama school in the UK and a pioneering conservatoire offering industry-leading vocational training in the performing arts, as well as an examinations provider offering qualifications in communication and performance.
LAMDA is the oldest drama school in the UK and a pioneering conservatoire offering industry-leading vocational training in acting, directing, musical theatre, and production and technical arts. Committed to providing an innovative and inspiring environment for its students, LAMDA was ranked number one in UK drama schools for student ...
