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Welcome to UCL Drama Society!

We are the hub of all things theatre here at UCL. Be it acting, directing or producing, we have opportunities for all experience levels - from complete novices to those looking to round out their resumes. Across the year, we offer a range of opportunities at a variety of levels, from friendly workshops and fun socials, to large-scale theatre productions.

UCL Drama Society endeavours to put on several professional scale shows a year in our very own Bloomsbury Theatre and Studio spaces, as well as several term shows. Following on from a highly successful production series last year, this year’s Bloomsbury theatre production will be David Edgar’s Jekyll & Hyde.

Our members also have the opportunity to perform in a variety of external theatrical spaces, including highly regarded London theatres, through our exhilarating festival and term show opportunities. In particular we often work with the Camden People’s Theatre, just down the road from the Bloomsbury campus.

Festivals are an exciting and fast paced means to showcase new writing, try your hand at production roles or simply just to connect with like-minded creatives. We offer consistent festival opportunities through our acclaimed Term 1 BAME Reclamation Festival and Term 2 Pride and New Writing Festivals. We welcome all members to get involved, whether you are a performer finding your acting feet or a writer wanting to try more experimental theatre! 
It’s not all just productions, of course. We also offer workshops for developing acting skills, directing and producing guidance, and for honing playwriting talent! We also hold socials so you can meet your fellow members and make friends, and offer volunteering opportunities - of a theatrical nature - in the local community.

We take utmost pride in being located at the heart of one of the biggest dramatic and creative hubs in the world and want to showcase the incredible opportunities and joys of theatre to you. We welcome all abilities and commitment levels, and are dedicated to providing opportunities which challenge, inspire and entertain!

Of the utmost importance to us is our commitment to diversity and inclusivity: everyone is welcome in Drama Soc.

So don’t hesitate to get in touch with us! We cannot wait to welcome you all very soon; stay up to date with what we are up to by following our social media accounts and keep an eye out for our exciting opportunities.

Events

Drama Games Social
22/09/2026 | 14:00 - 15:00

A chance to play drama games and meet fellow theatre-minded folks in a relaxed setting. No experience needed! Meet Drama Soc committee members and new friends.

Drama Society Movie Night (Play Screening - The Importance of Being Earnest)
24/09/2026 | 17:00 - 19:45

A screening of the National Theatre production the the Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa & Hugh Skinner. A movie night but more theatrical, with blankets and snacks. A chance to make friends, meet Drama Society committee members and get a taste of what Drama Society is all about.

Drama Society Audition Workshop
25/09/2026 | 14:00 - 15:00

A chance to find out how the audition process works for Drama Society shows, and meet some committee members and future Drama Soc pals. In this session participants will practice choosing and preparing a audition piece, and have a chance to perform as they would in the audition room, receiving redirection, feedback, and top tips, in a low-pressure, friendly environment.

Drama Society Production Workshop
26/09/2026 | 14:00 - 15:00

This session covers how to put on a production with Drama Society. What it means to be a producer, a director, and all the other production-critical roles. How to bid, and the logistics of pulling a cast together and pulling off a show!

Drama Society Picnic & Play-read (& Meet the Committee)
28/09/2026 | 13:00 - 16:00

A picnic for participants to eat, chat, enjoy the (hopefully!) beautiful weather, and try their hand at some low-pressure acting with a read-through of a play. As a bonus, Drama Society committee members will be attending, so participants can get to know the Committee and ask any questions they might have about the society. Participants are free to drop in/drop out as they please.

Drama Games Social
29/09/2026 | 14:00 - 15:00

A chance to play drama games and meet fellow theatre-minded folks in a relaxed setting. No experience needed! Meet Drama Soc committee members and new friends.

Arts UCL Pub Crawl (Drama, Musical Theatre, Shakespeare, and Stage Crew Societies)
30/09/2026 | 18:00 - 22:00

A chance to have a drink and a chat with committee members and prospective members of the theatrical type, as well as a chance to visit a couple of student bars. A joint social between Drama Society, Musical Theatre Society, Shakespeare Society, and Stage Crew Society. An interest in theatre and the performing arts is recommended, alcohol consumption not required.

Drama Society Improv Workshop
01/10/2026 | 16:00 - 17:00

A chance for participants to play some improv games and make some theatre-minded friends. No experience necessary, just a collaborative 'yes, and' mindset!

Drama Society Audition Workshop
02/10/2026 | 15:00 - 16:00

A chance to find out how the audition process works for Drama Society shows, and meet some committee members and future Drama Soc pals. In this session participants will practice choosing and preparing a audition piece, and have a chance to perform as they would in the audition room, receiving redirection, feedback, and top tips, in a low-pressure, friendly environment.