Lemonhead's director / cofounder Bryan Muscat wanted to stage theatrical productions on a yearly basis.  However he felt the need to organise drama courses in order to mould new talent according to his theatrical style and beliefs. The first drama classes were held in January 2000.

Since then Lemonhead has had more than 80 students, whose ages varied from 9 to 50 years. Obviously, there were dropouts along the way. Some found it hard to cope with the pressure, while others found Lemonhead's style not in line with their taste.  Finally there were those who just gave up when they realised that drama involved a lot more hard work than they had imagined. However over 55 students are now lemonhead graduates.

At present there are no plans to start new courses. However it is also true that one cannot predict the future. It's not the first time that Bryan announced that there won't be any new classes, yet there were...

FIRST YEAR

During first year the students focus mostly on what constitutes the overall spirit and philosophy behind Lemonhead; only a small percentage of the lectures is dedicated to actual workshops. Some freshers frown at this but Lemonhead Director and main lecturer Bryan Muscat, insists that it is of utmost importance to first understand what it involves becoming an actor, and then you start working on becoming one. Students are also lectured by various experts in script-writing, make-up, costume design, props and stage management, direction and production.

SECOND YEARS

Students who manage to successfully leap over this first hurdle can then start working on the second level of the 4-year course. This year's emphasis is mainly on character meditation, observation and improvisation. The most exciting (yet toughest) part comes half way through: the Profile Project. For this assignment students are required to choose a factual character (past or present) and give a five to ten minute performance as this person. Then, still in character, they have to go through a 'press conference', wherein the rest of students would have prepared a set of questions to ask.  The last sessions of the year are dedicated to fictional characterisation and action-reaction workshops.

THIRD YEAR

Third year is arguably the most stressful year because it focuses on thematic meditation and specific character nuances. Students experiment with a wide array of themes and characteristics that change from one session to another. Workshops are rounded up by group criticism and (lively) discussion. During this year students are also presented with technical sessions on movement and voice.

FOURTH YEAR

The fourth and final year of the Lemonhead course is quite frantic as students have to experiment on their own in order to prepare for the following session's workshop. This year is dedicated mostly to Stanislavski's and Strasberg's Method Acting. Students also have various sessions where they are encouraged to express themselves through dance, movement, tableau and drawing. Finally, they undergo technical sessions in voice, stage fighting and movement.

END OF TERM

Each end of year, students are divided into small groups of four or five and they are expected to write, produce, direct and perform a mini-production. These productions are then performed in front of a selected audience and a jury. The latter assigns Lemonhead Awards in specific categories, such as Best Actor, Best Actress, Most Origianl Production, etc.  These prizes are handed out during the annual Awards Night that is held later on in the year.  Furthermore, on the night, each and every student is presented with a certificate of completion and a detailed report with feedback concerning his/her respective year.