by gabimaddocks | 13 Aug 2026 | Holiday Clubs, The Playing Space
Last week we ran our 2026 Summer Drama Club at The Playing Space – and what a week it was. Our theme was Mythical Mash Up, and as always, the children began with a title, some ideas and a lot of imagination. By Friday afternoon, they had somehow created a show which...
by gabimaddocks | 18 Jun 2026 | Holiday Clubs
We are gearing up for another summer of fun at The Playing Space. We’ve chosen two awesome themes for this year’s clubbers to get stuck into: Monday 3rd – Friday 7th August: Mythical Mash Up What would happen if Poseidon met Pegasus? Would the ruler of the seas...
by gabimaddocks | 20 May 2026 | LAMDA Exams, Syllabus
If you’re preparing for LAMDA Grade 6 Acting, Verse and Prose, or Speaking in Public, understanding how breathing works can make a huge difference to your voice, confidence, and performance. The video below breaks down the mechanics of breathing in a simple, practical...
by gabimaddocks | 5 May 2026 | News, The Playing Space
A Student’s Story Last week, one of our long-term students joined us in the office for Work Experience. Josh has been part of The Playing Space since 2018, and we asked him to reflect on his journey with us. My Time at The Playing Space By Josh B (Work Experience...
by gabimaddocks | 15 Apr 2026 | The Playing Space
Parents sign their children up for drama for all sorts of reasons, but the one I hear most often is because they are ‘shy’ and a school teacher has recommended that they try drama classes because they are too quiet in class. In this article, I’m...
by gabimaddocks | 27 Mar 2026 | News, The Festival, The Playing Space
Three shows, 130 performers, 8 members of staff, one adjudicator and a 13 hour shift inside The Halo Theatre! It was wonderful… We had some amazing feedback from families who loved the show but this one, from the parents of a girl who’s been struggling...
by gabimaddocks | 26 Feb 2026 | LAMDA Exams, Syllabus, Verse and Prose
To all LAMDA students who are working towards Grade 5 Verse and Prose – here’s a video to help you understand Suspensory Pauses! By the end of the video, you’ll know: 1) What they are and where to find them 2) How do use a suspensory pause yourself...
by gabimaddocks | 16 Feb 2026 | News, Shows, The Playing Space
Every March, something magical happens at The Playing Space: Our students step onto a real theatre stage. The lights come up. The audience settles. And suddenly, children who may have once been shy, hesitant, or unsure of themselves are transformed into presenters,...
by gabimaddocks | 21 Jan 2026 | Public Speaking, Syllabus, The Playing Space, Uncategorised
(NB If you haven’t read Part 1 yet, you’ll find it here. The numbering continues on from that post, in case you’re wondering why I’ve started with 6!) Part 2: Researching, Structuring and Delivering Your Speech Once you’ve chosen a topic, identified your audience and...
by gabimaddocks | 24 Sep 2025 | LAMDA Exams, Public Speaking
Why Public Speaking Matters Public speaking can feel daunting. But whether you’re preparing for a LAMDA Speaking in Public exam or delivering a wedding toast, the skills you build when you practise speaking out loud, clearly, and confidently will serve you for life....
