Introduction to Musical Theatre Training
Introduction to Musical Theatre Training
This week-long course runs during the half term break in February 2026.
Our Introduction to Musical Theatre Training course is ideal for anyone who would like to experience a typical week of musical theatre conservatoire-style training.
Highlights
Take part in a range of acting, singing and dance classes.
Rehearse a repertoire project, culminating in a relaxed sharing.
Understand what it's like to train on a musical theatre conservatoire programme.
Is this course for me?
Course Level: Mixed
Age Requirement: 16+
This course is most suitable for total beginners and drama school applicants.
Location
In-person at LAMDA
Course Fee
£525
Entry Requirements
No experience required
Course Dates
Monday 16 – Friday 20 February 2026
From 10am – 5:30pm
Application Deadline
Monday 9 February 2026 at 3pm (GMT)
About the course
Experience life on a Musical Theatre programme with this intro course, designed for anyone who is interested in training as a musical theatre performer.
You'll participate in classes which reflect a typical timetable on a full-time musical theatre conservatoire course, with skills classes (Acting, Singing, Dance) in the morning, followed by repertoire project rehearsals in the afternoon. The course will culminate in a relaxed, informal sharing of your work. All classes and rehearsals will be led by expert LAMDA musical theatre tutors and directors.
You'll leave the course with a clear understanding of what it's like to train as a musical theatre performer at a modern drama conservatoire.
What will I learn?
- Learn about the role skills classes (Acting, Singing, Dance) play in musical theatre training.
- Understand how to apply what you've learnt in skills classes skills to a repertoire rehearsal project.
- Discover if musical theatre training is right for you.
Is this course for me?
This course is suitable for you whatever your experience of musical theatre. Our expert tutor will adapt to the specific requirements and experience of the cohort, and you can expect to be challenged and supported, whatever your prior experience.
You'll get the most out of this course if you're interested in studying musical theatre, or are considering applying to a musical theatre conservatoire programme.
We encourage applications from prospective students of all ages to this course, and we will endeavour to place students in pairs and groups where they're working with others of a similar age.
This is a mixed level course, meaning participants will have a range of experiences.
View all entry requirements, including age and experience level, below.
Key Information
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Tutor information to be announced.
Please note that from time to time we may need to change the advertised tutor due to availability. In these instances, we will always replace the tutor with an alternative LAMDA tutor or associate.
This course is for participants aged 16+. Please note there will be learners of all age groups on this course.
Specific acting experience is not required for the application. However, we reserve the right to verify any qualifications you have highlighted in your application form.
In order to train on this course, you should have a level of English that is approximately IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English Language experience.
You can test your level using the Cambridge English Language Assessment or the CEFR’s Self-Assessment Table. B2 Proficiency is roughly equivalent to IELTS 6.0.
If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Apply for this course through LAMDA directly using the booking link above. We advise you to book early as places are limited.
Course Fee: £525
Application Fee: None
Payment:
When booking for this course, you will be asked to pay the full course fee upfront. Click 'Book Now' on this page to begin your booking.
If you meet the eligibility criteria and if spaces remain available, you will be offered a place on the course. We carefully consider all applications made. If you're not eligible for this course, you'll be contacted by our Admissions Team and will be offered a place on another relevant course or refunded the course fee.
Places on this course are offered on a first come, first served basis, and we encourage you to submit your booking as early as possible to ensure a space on the course.
If you'd like to discuss the course and eligibility criteria with our Admissions Team, please get in touch.
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