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

Edits can be made to own choice pieces, as long as the piece still makes sense, and the author's intent is still clear.  Please ensure the final piece used enables the learner to meet the assessment criteria and answer the knowledge questions.

Cuts or edits are permitted, providing the coherence, fluency and dramatic development of the song is maintained. Please note that you are not permitted to add your own lyrics to a song.

Where the sung lines of other characters are omitted, you must ensure coherence so that the emotional fluency of the song is maintained.