‘The level of accomplishment in this student-written show can be described as no less than exciting’…’an astounding feat of student-written theatre, and I sincerely hope all involved will reap consummate reward’…’ a fun-filled and endearing adventure full of twists and turns’. Emi Sharples reviews The Magical MacGuffin, Strange Young Girls, and ICEMAN!

‘I reckon DDF is in safe hands for another fifty years.’ Bea Pescott-Khan reviews Believers, Jordan is Not Present, and Secret Admirers!

‘Vibrant, shocking and rippling with fun’. Tabitha Lanyon reviews Blood Upon the Dry Land, Soror, and Aftertaste!

‘an absolute tonic of a night-out, and the perfect cure for mid-term blues! ‘ Maariya Khalid reviews ‘Taskmaster Durham’!

‘A dark moody humorous performance with unique moments of sheer joy’. Zac Smith reviews The Addams Family!

‘a remarkable production to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and to commemorate 250 years of Jane Austen!’ Read Tanuja Hanmantgad’s review of Pride and Prejudice!

‘a suitably excellent way to crown their achievements as members of DST.’ Ollie Cochran reviews the 2025 Finalists’ Showcase.

‘Never did I think I would hear the line, ‘You’re a Mr Muscle whore’ on the gala stage, but I did, and it was fantastic.’ Nell Hickson reviews ComedyFest 2025!

‘an intimate tapestry of a play, full of sincerity and warmth’. Read Tabitha Lanyon’s review for February Story!

‘Enlarge, enliven and enlighten’, well this performance certainly did all that. Read Katie Bainbridge’s review for Lettice and Lovage.

‘an absolute belter of a night out.’ Read Laurence Davidson’s Crazy For You review!

‘undoubtedly one of, if not, the funniest, theatrical experiences I’ve encountered in Durham!’ Jacob Vellucci reviews Pitch Productions’ farce double bill!

‘inspired me to go and listen to Elliott Smith’s music further: the mark of a very good tribute play.’ Neve Kidson reviews Horatio Holloway’s Everything Means Nothing to Me.

‘From the fantastic performances to the well thought and creatively designed set, lights, and sound, you would truly be missing out if you do not go watch!’ Read the review for The Truth!

‘an undeniably spectacular piece of theatre’. Lucy Paget reviews the alternate cast of The Last 5 Years!

‘a heartfelt performance capable of reaching out to an audience compelled by its potential relatability and pure humanity.’ Arthur Hamilton reviews The Last 5 Years.

‘I think Christopher himself would be proud.’ Read the review of this term’s final production, Doctor Faustus!

‘a fantastic first show for the new DUMT troupe’. Read Ollie Cochran’s review of ‘Merry DUMT-mas’!

‘this was my first time attending an improvised comedy, it has set the bar high’. Abby Clay reviews Shellshock’s Christmas improv show!

‘a heart-rendering reminder of why musical theatre continues to be so beloved.‘ Laurence Davidson reviews Bonnie and Clyde.