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Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewNo University App

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Ultra SelectiveUnder 12 Students

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Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewNo University App

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Ultra SelectiveUnder 12 Students

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MFA Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewNo University App

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Ultra SelectiveUnder 12 Students

Training

18-month MFA in Musical Theatre; year one covers acting techniques (Stanislavski, Hagen, Meisner, Laban), vocal technique and musicianship, dance and movement, and musical theatre creation and performance for stage and screen

Ensemble singing plus regular one-to-one singing lessons

Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Commercial and Hip Hop technique classes with industry choreographers

Year two pairs tutor-led seminars with independent research into new trends in Musical Theatre, ending in an artistic proposal for a new staging of a classical musical adaptation or a twentieth-century musical

Performance & Productions

BRAVO and ENCORE enrichment performances and the LAMDA Show Choir

A fully staged, public-facing musical in the Sainsbury Theatre with a live band, plus a regional tour

A new-writing workshop project

Professional Development

Industry Showcase in London, and in New York for students eligible to work in the United States

CPD-accredited qualification in LAMDA Examinations teaching

School info

Snapshot

Offer rate

Satisfaction

81%

2025, 1 course, n=25

Continuation

95%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

365

Earnings

£30k

1yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition

£9,525

Home students

International tuition & fees

£26,631

overseas students · 2026-2027

Ba Hons Professional Acting · lamda.ac.uk Discover Uni

Program info updated Oct 13, 7:08 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Ensemble singing plus regular one-to-one singing lessons

Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Commercial and Hip Hop technique classes with industry choreographers

Performance & Productions

BRAVO and ENCORE enrichment performances and the LAMDA Show Choir

A fully staged, public-facing musical in the Sainsbury Theatre with a live band, plus a regional tour

A new-writing workshop project

Professional Development

Industry Showcase in London, and in New York for students eligible to work in the United States

CPD-accredited qualification in LAMDA Examinations teaching

Program Highlights

Training

Ensemble singing plus regular one-to-one singing lessons

Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Commercial and Hip Hop technique classes with industry choreographers

Performance & Productions

BRAVO and ENCORE enrichment performances and the LAMDA Show Choir

A fully staged, public-facing musical in the Sainsbury Theatre with a live band, plus a regional tour

A new-writing workshop project

Professional Development

Industry Showcase in London, and in New York for students eligible to work in the United States

CPD-accredited qualification in LAMDA Examinations teaching

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Program AppApplication

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Fees

First Round Audition Fee

£15

North America Audition Fee

£88

Auditions

North America First Round (Seattle)Jan 7, 2027

North America First Round (Los Angeles)

Jan 9–10, 2027Feb 6–7, 2027

North America First Round (New York)

Jan 12–14 & 20–24, 2027Feb 10–11, 2027

North America First Round (Toronto)Jan 16, 2027

North America First Round (Atlanta)Jan 18, 2027

North America First Round (Chicago)

Jan 26–27, 2027Feb 2, 2027

North America First Round (San Francisco)Jan 30–31, 2027

North America First Round (Phoenix)Feb 4, 2027

Musical Theatre Recall (New York City)Feb 13–14, 2027

Audition North America · lamda.ac.uk

Prescreen Requirements

Songs

Requirements

Two Contrasting Musical Theatre Songs

Perform with music accompaniment where possible (best reflects vocal and interpretive abilities)

Backing track acceptable if live accompaniment unavailable

Only sing unaccompanied if neither option is accessible

Ensure your voice can be heard above the accompaniment

Additional Materials

Video

Submit a personal statement video up to 3 minutes

Introduce yourself

Discuss your relationship to and experience with musical theatre

Explain why you are interested in the course

LAMDA may request a follow-up dance self-tape before confirming a recall invitation

Video Specifications

Self Tape Submission

Submit your materials within 14 days of the admissions email

Record 2 contrasting musical theatre songs

Record a 3-minute video introduction or personal statement

North America

North American applicants audition in person instead of submitting a self-tape

Audition North America · lamda.ac.uk

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Audition Requirements

Songs

Requirements

Two Contrasting Musical Theatre Songs (UNACCOMPANIED)

North America in-person auditions only

Songs performed unaccompanied

No accompanist or pianist available at audition venue

Monologues

Requirements

Two Contemporary Monologues

Alternative: self-devised or choreographed dance/movement piece (max 5 min)

If performing dance piece, bring your own portable music system and speaker

Any gender monologues accepted

Audition North America · lamda.ac.uk

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply directly to LAMDA through the course page (applications open Autumn 2026)

No UCAS required for postgraduate courses

MFA recommended over MA if pursuing teaching/directing or wanting extended London residency

If applying to multiple LAMDA courses, email admissions@lamda.ac.uk

Eligibility

Must be 21 or older

Undergraduate degree or relevant professional experience required

Non-native speakers need no English test to apply (English is assessed at auditions and interviews); if offered a place, the course page requires a UKVI-approved SELT at CEFR B2 or higher, while LAMDA's international applicants page says approximately IELTS 7.0, so confirm with admissions

What's The Process

Audition Process

UK/international first round is a self-tape; submit within 14 days of the admissions email

Submit two musical theatre songs with accompaniment where possible plus a 3-minute video introduction

LAMDA may request a dance follow-up self-tape before confirming a recall invitation

UK/international recalls are held in person in London; final recall may carry an extra fee

LAMDA's How to Apply page also says UK and international applicants may be invited to a second preliminary audition on Zoom, while its audition process page and FAQ describe every stage after the self-tape as in person

North America applicants audition in person across the US and Toronto in January-February 2027

North America Musical Theatre recalls are held in New York City; the course page lists UK and international recall fees as to be confirmed and gives no North America recall fee amount

MT-only North America applicants prepare two unaccompanied songs plus either two contemporary monologues or a devised/learned dance or movement piece

Applicants applying for Musical Theatre and Acting prepare one unaccompanied musical theatre song in addition to acting monologues

Decisions

Results are usually shared within 2-3 weeks after recall

Scholarship Info

Financial Support

UK postgraduate master's loans may be available for eligible students

US Federal Direct Loans cover eligible full-time postgraduate courses lasting a year or more

Scholarships

LAMDA scholarship support is means-tested and available across cohorts

Leverhulme Arts Scholarships provide full and partial support for incoming degree students

Scholarship application forms are sent to offer holders and require budget information

School info

Snapshot

Offer rate

Satisfaction

81%

2025, 1 course, n=25

Continuation

95%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

365

Earnings

£30k

1yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition

£9,525

Home students

International tuition & fees

£26,631

overseas students · 2026-2027

Ba Hons Professional Acting · lamda.ac.uk Discover Uni

Training

Ensemble singing plus regular one-to-one singing lessons

Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Commercial and Hip Hop technique classes with industry choreographers

Performance & Productions

BRAVO and ENCORE enrichment performances and the LAMDA Show Choir

A fully staged, public-facing musical in the Sainsbury Theatre with a live band, plus a regional tour

A new-writing workshop project

Professional Development

Industry Showcase in London, and in New York for students eligible to work in the United States

CPD-accredited qualification in LAMDA Examinations teaching

Updated Oct 13, 7:08 PM