Services
Private coaching, built around you
One-to-one sessions for students aged 11 and over, in person in Nicosia or online.
Service one
Private LAMDA coaching
Individual lessons working towards LAMDA’s accredited graded exams, building real performance skill alongside the qualification.
- Acting, Verse & Prose, and Speaking in Public pathways
- Entry Level through to Grade 8 Gold Medal
- Text selection, memorisation, voice and characterisation
- Mock exams and full exam-day preparation
- Grades 6 to 8 carry UCAS points
Service two
Drama school audition preparation
Focused coaching for students applying to drama schools, youth theatres and performing arts courses in the UK and beyond.
- Choosing contrasting classical and contemporary monologues
- Character, text and objective work
- Voice, presence and physical preparation
- Mock auditions with detailed feedback
- Interview, personal statement and recall preparation
- Self-tape technique: adapting your performance for camera
How it works
From first call to curtain up
01
Free consultation
A 15-minute call to talk about your goals, timeline and experience.
02
Your plan
A tailored programme built around your exam date or audition deadlines.
03
Weekly sessions
One-to-one coaching in Nicosia or online, with practice between lessons.
04
Performance ready
Mock exams or auditions so the real day feels familiar.
How long is each lesson?
Lessons are [45 or 60] minutes. We’ll agree the length at your free consultation, based on your goals and the student’s age.
Do online lessons work as well as in person?
Yes. Online lessons cover the same voice, text and performance work, and they’re a good way to fit regular practice around school. Many acting exams, professional auditions and drama school auditions are now done by self-tape, so learning to adapt your performance for the screen is highly beneficial.
How far ahead should we start?
For a LAMDA exam, allow at least a term before the exam date. For drama school auditions, start three to six months before your first audition so there’s time to choose and polish your pieces.
When do drama school applications open?
Most UK drama schools open applications in the autumn for entry the following year, with auditions running through the winter and spring. Starting early gives you the best choice of speeches.
Are lessons in English?
Yes, all lessons are taught in English, and LAMDA exams are taken in English.
Who are lessons for?
Students aged 11 and over, from complete beginners to experienced performers, including adults.
Testimonials
In their own words
Starting with the Silver Medal (Grade 7) in Verse and Prose was a daunting and stressful task. Thankfully, with Helena’s patient guidance and advice, I achieved a Distinction in the exam, exceeding my expectations… I would not have been able to achieve such excellent results without her.
The most important thing that I have gained from my lessons at Centre Stage… was ‘belief’. I had someone who trained me; teaching me to always strive to do my best and to always believe in myself. I am utterly certain that without my training here I would never have reached where I did.
Helena’s professionalism in teaching, encouragement and constructive feedback in every lesson has nurtured Jonathan’s confidence, articulation, and stage presence. We’re very grateful for the positive impact on both academic and personal development.
Thank you Helena for being such wonderful instructors, for boosting the confidence children have in themselves and for providing an environment that stimulates their imagination and creativity. Thank you also for your effort in helping my son work towards his LAMDA accreditation.
My 15 year old daughter Aliya has been attending drama classes with Helena for two-three years now and waits every September for them to resume. She finishes her work in time on days she has a class so she is not late. Now why that is a huge plus point in favour of Centre Stage is… that as parents we enrol our kids in various classes and then find ourselves fighting an uphill battle getting them to attend them when the novelty wears off.
Ready to take centre stage?
Book a free 15-minute consultation to talk through goals, exams or audition deadlines.