IMPORTANT: Please note that this guidance pertains to the updated 2027 Musical Theatre Syllabus (for exams taken from 1st January 2027 onwards). For guidance relating to the 2021 Musical Theatre Syllabus (for exams taken before 31st December 2026), please see here: Musical Theatre Exams (Solo / Duo) - 2021 SYLLABUS
The Learner(s) must take responsibility for their own health and safety when working
towards a Solo/Duo Musical Theatre examination. They should:
- organise a personal physical and vocal warm up and cool down
- wear appropriate clothing and footwear that allows for ease of movement
- develop a physicality that does not overly tense the body or restrict the larynx, even in character transformations
- support breath and release tone without force
- sing in a comfortable register
- avoid belting unless they have received vocal training on the technique
- avoid singing if there is any discomfort in the throat
- seek specialist medical attention if discomfort persists when singing and/or a husky tone develops.