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LAMDA - Training Exceptional Artists LAMDA is the oldest drama school in the UK. Founded in 1861 as the London Academy of Music, the Academy was the first such institution to offer acting, defining LAMDA’s role as a pioneer and leader in its field. Today, combining our rich history of classical training with contemporary practice, we offer vocational training in the dramatic arts to actors, stage managers, technicians, directors, musical directors and designers.In addition to four validated and funded degree programmes, LAMDA offers a Foundation Course and a number of Diploma, semester and short courses. Our internationally renowned examinations offer a drama and communications based syllabus, leading to accredited and non-accredited awards in the UK and worldwide; more than 105,000 candidates took our examinations in over 35 countries in 2017/18. LAMDA Limited is a limited company and a registered charity, governed by a Board of Trustees.

"Growth as an actor and growth as a human being are synonymous." The Stella Adler Studio of Acting is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the perpetuation of this insight, so elemental to the spirit of Stella Adler. The mission of the Studio is to create an environment with the purpose of nurturing theatre artists who value humanity, their own and others, as their first and most precious priority while providing art and education to the greater community. The Studio's professional training programs are recognized amongst the best in the world. Free programs that serve the community include the Stella Adler Outreach Division, providing free training to inner-city youth, and the Harold Clurman Art Series, presenting world-class cultural events with accessible ticket prices.

City Academy is London's leading adult performing and creative arts company. We design and deliver tailor-made business training including team building, communication skills, group and event experiences. Our multi-studio complex in Clerkenwell opened in 2023 and boasts gorgeous dance and rehearsal studios, a film studio and meeting rooms perfect for a range of events. About our Business Training We provide two main types of training: 1) Courses for individuals looking to develop their Communication Skills from Presentation Skills to Media Training and more. 2) Training for business and teams from Communications Skills to unique Team Building experiences like Film in a Day or Street Dance Battle. We design the perfect results-driven training tailored specifically to your needs. Want to make your event memorable? Whether it's a group singing experience at a conference or an art workshop at Festive parties, we can transform your event into a real experience with lasting impact. Our Business Clients Our Team Workshops are enjoyed by global and local businesses alike. We deliver training across the UK and abroad, in-house at your offices or ours on dates that suit you. Clients large and small include BBC, Disney, Expedia UK, Fidelity Investment, Fitness First, Fitzgerald & Law, Google UK, Hilton, KPMG, NSPCC, Pfizer and many more. Here's what they have to say: "Exceeded expectations. The team got a real thrill from being ‘on film’ around town together – great event and brilliantly executed.” Patricia Page-Champion, Senior Vice President, Hilton WorldWide “We had a brilliant time yesterday. I have had so many positive comments from participants and everyone, many saying the City Academy Dance-Off is the best event we've ever done” Peter Barker, Partner, Rufus Leonard Alongside our business training and courses, we offer courses in over 50 disciplines including dance, acting, film-making, singing, musical theatre, photography, creative writing and more.