Upcoming Events

The Watsons
May
1
to 3 May

The Watsons

“The thing is – Jane Austen isn’t just any author; she’s your author.”

Based on her incomplete novel, this witty play looks under the bonnet of Jane Austen and asks: what can characters do when their author abandons them?

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Woodplayers Charity Cabaret
May
2

Woodplayers Charity Cabaret

Woodplayers are thrilled to announce our Woodplayers Charity Cabaret! Performing in Week 1 of Easter Term in the Mark Hillery Arts Centre, we are excited to offer an opportunity for budding musical theatre and acting talent to hone their craft while supporting the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity in a cabaret setting.

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Little Shop of Horrors
May
8
to 10 May

Little Shop of Horrors

Things are about to get a little wild in "Little Shop of Horrors," at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre! Watch as an ambitious florist faces a killer plant with dark humour and unforgettable songs. Don’t miss this twisted night of fun!

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Heroes vs Villains: A Cabaret
May
11

Heroes vs Villains: A Cabaret

After their acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe run of 'Undecided: A Musical Misadventure', this year's troupe have brought together your favourite pop culture heroes and villains, facing off in an evening of song, dance, laughter and fear. With numbers from Come From Away, Lightning Thief, Shrek the Musical, Tangled, and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, this is certainly not one to miss! And in true DUMT style, it will be you, the audience, who decide whether to join the good or bad guys in their scheming...so, who will it be?

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Monty Python's Spamalot
Jun
8
to 9 Jun

Monty Python's Spamalot

England. 932 AD. King Arthur has been charged with a sacred quest: band together an army in pursuit of the promised Holy Grail. But constant distractions by an ensemble of bizarre characters - like the Knights Who Say Ni, a killer bunny, and some French people - sets the knights' quest back time and time again. In the face of defeat, Arthur's crew can only rely on the allure of the mystical Lady of the Lake, who gracefully guides and encourages them along the way...

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Noel Coward's Hay Fever
Jun
9
to 10 Jun

Noel Coward's Hay Fever

Durham University Classical Theatre proudly presents Noël Coward's 'Hay Fever' - 100 years after it was first performed! Step into the eccentric world of the Bliss family where drama, romance, and absurdity collide in a weekend of hilarious misadventures.

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The Rocky Horror Show
Jun
19
to 21 Jun

The Rocky Horror Show

'Fifty years since it first hit stage and screen, The Rocky Horror Show follows all-American high-school sweethearts Brad and Janet on their journey into the mysterious, madcap castle of the fiendishly fabulous Dr Frank-N-Furter: a mad scientist with a plan to make the perfect man!

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Hansard by Simon Woods
Jun
20
to 22 Jun

Hansard by Simon Woods

In 1988, a Tory politician Robin Hesketh returns to his Cotswold home with his left-wing wife. What begins as light teasing soon escalates into a brutal conflict, shattering the calm of their 30-year marriage.

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Alice by Heart
Jun
26
to 28 Jun

Alice by Heart

In the London Blitz of WW2, Alice’s life is turned upside down, and she and her friend Alfred are forced to shelter in a tube station bunker. When Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.

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Hill vs Bailey 2025
Mar
16

Hill vs Bailey 2025

Two teams of improvisers come head-to-head in the competition older than time itself. Which team will reign victorious this year? There's only one way to find out - improvised comedy!

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Snowmeo and Julinest
Mar
16
to 17 Mar

Snowmeo and Julinest

For the first time, South's 'Oswald's Players' and John Snow's 'The Snow-Globe' join forces from their respective rival colleges for a witty devised comedy about Mount Oswald life!

'On the outskirts of Durham, sits Mount Oswald, a region governed by the rivalry of two colleges— South College and John Snow College. But when Snowmeo, a bold student from John Snow, falls for Julinest, a bright Southie, the bitter feud between their institutions threatens to tear them apart.

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Jesus Christ Superstar
Mar
12
to 15 Mar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Society has collapsed. Freedom is shackled. A rebellion has been formed. Jesus leads the charge, but has he gone too far?

The stakes are high, the emotions even higher and betrayal lurks around every corner. It's the ultimate rock musical, the ultimate anarchy, told from the eyes of the traitor who thought he was only ever doing good.

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Romeo and Juliet
Mar
12
to 15 Mar

Romeo and Juliet

Set in the turbulent heart of the French Revolution, the timeless tale of Romeo and Juliet details the fate of two ‘star-crossed lovers’, whose dizzying romantic entanglement ends in tragedy.

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The Little Mermaid
Mar
6
to 8 Mar

The Little Mermaid

Set sail with The Little Mermaid, following Ariel as she explores her dreams and the challenges of the sea. This production promises unforgettable moments and a magical experience for all.

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'Sick Dog' and 'I CANT STOP THE LONELINESS
Mar
4
to 5 Mar

'Sick Dog' and 'I CANT STOP THE LONELINESS

Fourthwall and Rocket Theatre are thrilled to announce their double bill showcase of Sick Dog and I CANT STOP THE LONELINESS.

Sick Dog follows Winnie, who is dying - despondent, miserable and fed up. Although she has isolated herself from her friends and family, she is not quite alone. Eliza is the new top-model AI companion-carer, who looks after Winnie in her sickness.

I CANT STOP THE LONELINESS follows Isao Takahata, a Japanese salary man and Henry Curtis; an up-and-coming British consultant, bridled with an addiction to self-harm that’s putting his life at risk.

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A Streetcar Named Desire
Feb
27
to 1 Mar

A Streetcar Named Desire

Set in the Southern multicultural haven of New Orleans, Tennessee Williams' era defining commentary on the divided cultural American psyche, tackling the complexities of love, power, and class.

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Iolanthe
Feb
27
to 1 Mar

Iolanthe

Durham Opera Ensemble presents Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe, a witty and whimsical operetta combining political satire with fairy magic, great music, and unforgettable characters.

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The D'Oliviers 2025
Feb
23

The D'Oliviers 2025

Come and join us for a night of friends, fun, and awards as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Durham Drama Festival! This annual event will take place at the end of Week 6, and is a chance to celebrate all those involved with DDF this year, alongside everyone else in the Durham Student Theatre community.

Expect a drinks reception, entertainment, live music, awards, and much more!

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It's OK. We'll be OK.
Feb
22
to 23 Feb

It's OK. We'll be OK.

A soulful drama about a young couple, Matt and Jen, coming to terms with their relationship, as one of them has to move across the country for work.

Matt and Jen have come home from work to their Edinburgh flat and are going about their evening as usual. Except there is an elephant in the room. Matt has a new job. And it’s in London. As much as they don’t particularly want to face it, the discussion of how it will affect their relationship is inevitably imminent.  

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Durham Drama Festival 2025
Feb
19
to 22 Feb

Durham Drama Festival 2025

DDF 2025 will be a week long celebration of new student writing from February 16th to February 23rd.

Join Durham Student Theatre for the 50th Anniversary of the Durham Drama Festival. Featuring nine new plays across three venues, explore the wealth of emerging talent at the UK's largest and most prolific student theatre scene.

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Durham Drama Festival: Opening Night
Feb
16

Durham Drama Festival: Opening Night

Get ready to celebrate 50 years of the Durham Drama Festival with a brilliant line up of the Durham Revue, Shellshock! Improv, StandSoc and last but certainly not least Durham University’s Musical Theatre Troupe. A fabulous evening not to be missed before a week of extraordinary theatre from some of Durham’s most talented students as part of the UK’s largest and most prolific student theatre scene!

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Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice
Feb
13
to 15 Feb

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice

It is 1811 in the English countryside. A turbulent relationship between Elizabeth Bennet, the daughter of a country gentleman, and Fitzwilliam Darcy, a rich aristocratic landowner, begins in their meeting at a ball. Surrounded by their lovable yet chaotic kin, will the pair overcome the titular sins of pride and prejudice and accept their love for each other?

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Finalists' Showcase 2025
Feb
9

Finalists' Showcase 2025

Showcasing the best of what Durham Student Theatre has to offer is some of this year's finalists in a celebration of all they have done over the time at Durham. As a last hurrah come and watch them act and sing their hearts out in a one-night extravaganza of all different types of theatre that we have to offer. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll be sad to see them go. The finalists' showcase is not one to miss.

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South Performing Arts Showcase
Feb
9

South Performing Arts Showcase

Join South's performance groups - Oswald's Players, Music Society, Dance Society, and Comets Cheer - to celebrate our college's diverse range of talent in 'Through the Decades', our inaugural Performing Arts Showcase!

Step into the wonderful Mount Oswald Hub Hall and allow South College's performing arts societies to whisk you on a tour through the decades, starting in the 1920s and ending in the 2010s.

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ComedyFest 2025
Feb
8

ComedyFest 2025

Three universities. Three comedy groups. One night.

Award winning sketch comedy troupes The Durham Revue, Cambridge Footlights and The Leeds Tealights perform together for one night only.

From the groups that brought you Olivia Colman, Ed Gamble, Stephen Fry, Emma Thompson, Nish Kumar, Ambika Mod, Stephen Fry and many more, this is not to be missed!

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February Story
Feb
6
to 8 Feb

February Story

Follow twenty-eight days in the life of eighteen-year-old Patrick, as a mysterious wooden box helps him control his destiny, for better or for worse.

A coming-of-age tale with fantastical elements, confronting our struggles of grief, identity, and the desire for control in a chaotic universe.

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New Year's Resolution Check-In
Feb
5

New Year's Resolution Check-In

Our first show of Epiphany Term where we’ll be checking who’s actually stuck to their New Year’s Resolutions.

Bringing back our roster of comedians (and hopefully some newcomers who said they’d try something new in 2025) for another open mic night where we check just how many New Year’s Resolutions we’ve all failed.

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Lettice and Lovage
Feb
1

Lettice and Lovage

Peter Schaffer's delightful comedy follows the adventures of Lettice Duffet, an enthusiast for architectural beauty with a tendency towards exaggeration and the dramatic- come along for a heartwarming and uplifting comedy!

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Martyrs' Shrine
Jan
30
to 1 Feb

Martyrs' Shrine

Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre

Yoghurt Theatre Company is presenting the 'Martyrs' Shrine'. It sets in the turbulent late Qing Dynasty, 'Beijing Fayuan Temple' follows monks, revolutionaries, and intellectuals wrestling with faith, patriotism, and change. In the ancient temple’s serene yet oppressive atmosphere, ideals clash, and sacrifices are made, capturing a pivotal moment in China’s struggle between tradition and revolution.

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Crazy for You
Jan
28
to 1 Feb

Crazy for You

Jam-packed with dazzling dance routines, hilarious hijinks and a sensational score including I Got Rhythm, Embraceable You and Someone To Watch Over Me, Durham University’s oldest theatre company celebrates their 75th anniversary year with this timeless tale of falling in love, following your heart and the magic of making theatre – ‘who could ask for anything more?’

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White Liars and Black Comedy
Jan
23
to 25 Jan

White Liars and Black Comedy

Pitch Productions takes on one of “the funniest and most brilliant short plays” in its rendition of White Liars and Black Comedy, the hilarious double-billed farce by Peter Shaffer.

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Everything Means Nothing to Me
Jan
23
to 25 Jan

Everything Means Nothing to Me

Charlie journeys to Los Angeles to uncover the truth behind Elliott Smith’s death, meeting lost dreamers and faded stars, exploring the delicate balance of dreams and disappointments, and finding reasons to keep living.

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New Year’s Cabaret
Jan
19

New Year’s Cabaret

For one night only, DULOG returns to the Assembly Rooms with their annual New Year's Cabaret! Durham University’s oldest musical theatre society brings you a spectacular set list of showtunes – from classic ballads to contemporary belters and countless more besides – sung by a lineup of familiar faces and fantastic first-time talent!

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The Truth
Jan
16
to 18 Jan

The Truth

Conspiracy? Corruption? Fake news and misinformation? Is this a modern-day news article or is it Terry Pratchett's 'The Truth'!? A journalistic crime thriller in the fantastical world of Ankh-Morpork.

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The Last 5 Years
Jan
13
to 16 Jan

The Last 5 Years

The Last Five Years is a heartfelt, two-character musical by Jason Robert Brown that explores the rise and fall of a young couple’s relationship over five years. Told from opposing timelines—Cathy’s story moves backward from heartbreak, while Jamie’s starts with their budding romance—the show blends emotional storytelling with a powerful, jazz-inspired score.

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