Giulia James says: 'London Drama has informed enriched and provided ongoing information CPD and guidance for my post-16 teaching practice.

'I first came across London Drama while enrolled as an MA Student in Performance Studies with Central School of Speech and Drama in 2001. I thought I had stumbled on a treasure chest, as without having to spend many time consuming efforts in searching for relevant resources, I had the opportunity to access, all in one place, so many good quality Books on so many aspects of Drama which were nurtured through sound Educational practice, in the plethora of all aspects of Performing Arts.

'The vast range informing teaching techniques as well as stage craft, showed London Drama’s commitment to established current research, with a true sense of purpose towards strengthening the context of Drama in Education to the world of current performance practice.

'It was refreshing to find a dedicated and well sourced organization, with charitable status, which campaigned through research education and dissemination of good practice, acknowledging and celebrating the importance for ensuring two worlds, often driven apart by ignorance, would collaborate to the mutual advantage of both.

'Becoming a member of London Drama has enabled me to continue the research and teaching work as an alumni of Central School of Speech and Drama while developing and improving my practice, ensuring that my teaching and involvement in Performing Arts continues being informed and relevant to the current cultural evolution.

'Since I started taking part in the practical workshops, I have worked with some of the most influential theatre companies and practitioners that have risen to distinguish themselves in the arena of Performance; the uniqueness of accessible yet challenging training, opportunities for collaborating and networking with other artists, teachers and practitioners, and promoting high standards amongst students, can be witnessed by the different vital genres on offer: from home spun, such as the RSC and many other London Theatres, to avant-garde, site specific and beyond.

'As well as LD, I recommend: The Centre for Performance Research.'