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The moment you’ve all been waiting for is here...
We are thrilled to announce that our Programme for the artsUCL Fringe Festival 2026 is here. Between 1 - 13 June, we are taking over campus with an incredible programme of over productions, workshops, exhibitions and more - all in time for a well-earned break after a term of deadlines and exams.
The programme ranges from classical musicals to original pieces straight from the pens of your fellow UCL students - and did we mention that all tickets at the artsUCL Fringe Festival are just £3?
Getting your tickets
You can book all of your tickets to shows at the Fringe Festival through the students' union website:
You can also book in-person or over the phone at:
- Bloomsbury Theatre Box Office, 15 Gordon Street, WC1H 0AH
- Telephone, 020 3108 1000
Opening hours
- Monday 1- Friday 12 June, 10:00-20:00
- Saturday 13 June, 16:30-20:30
What to expect
Join us for two weeks of incredible student-led work, that celebrates experimentation and creative risk. There will be theatre, sketch, dance, cabaret, music, drag, stand‑up, musical theatre - and everything inbetween.
So many great shows started in a space like this - Fleabag, Six: The Musical, The Play That Goes Wrong, Baby Reindeer and Operation Mincemeat all began life at the Fringe Festivals. Who knows, you might stumble across a future global hit, or simply discover something brilliant you’ll never forget!
Turning Campus into the Fringe
Your first stop is our ‘Fringe Hub’ on Gordon Street. During the festival, you’ll find:
- Food trucks
- Buskers
- The Fringe Box Office
- The Fringe Bar
Swing by, grab lunch or a drink, listen to live music, and check out what to see next.
Get involved: artsUnlocked at the Fringe
If you're feeling inspired by all the creativity around you at the Fringe, we've got the answer for you: our tailored artsUnlocked workshops invite you to dive in and bring your creative ideas to life. No experience needed!
Join us for:
- Sounds Together, a three day explorative music workshop
- Exhibition In a Day, your chance to create an exhibition from scratch in just a day
- Embodying Shakespeare, a one week intensive exploring the craft of acting
The Fringe goes beyond performances, bringing something entirely new to campus - just in time for a well-earned break after a term of deadlines and exams. We hope to see you there!