Shakespeare in Focus

Explore the connection between actor training at LAMDA and the work of William Shakespeare in our Shakespeare in Focus week.

This week provided insight, expertise and practical perspectives on how classical work underpins contemporary actor training at LAMDA. Read more below and on LAMDA's Instagram.

Articles

Take a deeper look at LAMDA's classical actor training through insightful conversations with the experts.

Programmes

From immersive postgraduate degrees to intensive semester or summer training opportunities, applications are open to train in London in 2026.

Shakespeare Summer School (8-Week)

In this accredited programme, experience a summer of specialist training in the foundations of classical acting, designed for intermediate-level students and beyond.

Intermediate Level | Monday 15 June - Friday 7 August 2026

A LAMDA Shakespeare Summer School student holding a script

Shakespeare Summer School (4-Week)

Spend a summer studying Shakespeare with this focused programme, designed for intermediate-level students and beyond.

Intermediate Level | Monday 13 July - Friday 7 August 2026

Introduction to Shakespeare (2-Week)

Learn how to understand and perform Shakespeare with this introductory-level course, designed for 16-20 year olds.

Mixed Level | Monday 10 - Friday 21 August 2026

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

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

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

Explore the connection between actor training at LAMDA and the work of William Shakespeare in our Shakespeare in Focus week.

Articles

Shakespeare in Focus: Study and Classroom Work

Shakespeare in Focus: Stage Combat

Shakespeare in Focus: Beyond the Classroom

Shakespeare in Focus: Performance

Shakespeare in Focus: Leah Harvey