LAMDA Performance Techniques 3

Question 1

In a LAMDA devised performance, what does 'physical theatre' primarily emphasise?

Accepted Answer

The body as the primary instrument for expressing narrative and emotion

Answer

Physical theatre prioritises movement, gesture, and the expressive body over dialogue to communicate story, character, and emotion.

Question 2

What does 'breaking the fourth wall' mean in performance?

Accepted Answer

A performer directly acknowledging or addressing the audience

Answer

Breaking the fourth wall occurs when a performer acknowledges the presence of the audience, collapsing the boundary between the fictional world and reality.

Question 3

In LAMDA communication and performance grades, what does 'clarity of purpose' mean for a speaker?

Accepted Answer

Having a clear intention and ensuring the audience understands the point being made

Answer

Clarity of purpose means the performer knows exactly what effect they want to have on the audience and structures their delivery accordingly.

Question 4

Which Stanislavski concept encourages actors to ask 'What do I want in this moment?' during performance?

Accepted Answer

Objective (or intention)

Answer

The objective is what a character wants to achieve in a given moment or scene, driving all action and informing every choice the actor makes.

Question 5

A LAMDA candidate performing a duologue must demonstrate 'listening and reacting.' Why is genuine listening important?

Accepted Answer

It makes responses truthful and spontaneous rather than mechanical

Answer

Genuine listening ensures that a performer's reactions appear natural and motivated, reflecting how real human interaction works rather than rote delivery.

(LAMDA) London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art Practice Test

(LAMDA) London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art Practice Test

LAMDA Performance Techniques 3