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ADC Theatre

Park Street, Cambridge

The ADC Theatre is one of the smallest departments of the University of Cambridge, and is the oldest University playhouse in the country. Plays have been presented on the site since 1855. The ADC Theatre is the centre of University drama in Cambridge, led almost entirely by students with no Faculty involvement.

We aim to provide opportunities to experience and learn about all aspects of theatre, while presenting professional standard productions. The ADC Theatre has helped to launch the careers of many theatre luminaries, including Sir Ian McKellen, Rachel Weisz and Emma Thompson.

There are several student companies resident to the ADC Theatre including Cambridge University Amateur Dramatic Club, the Cambridge Footlights, Cambridge University Musical Theatre Society and the Fletcher Players.

Find out more and see what's on by visiting our website at https://www.adctheatre.com/.

Contact ADC Theatre

Get involved with shows at the ADC Theatre:
ETG 2026: Antony and Cleopatra is looking for FRESHER TECHNICIANS!

New to Cambridge theatre? Join CUETG

    Contact iola - production.manager@cuetg.co.uk before 22nd Oct 2026 17:00 for more details.

    AUDITIONS open for ARTURO UI

    Calling all actors, freshers and old hands alike!!

      Contact iss37@cam.ac.uk dr647@cam.ac.uk before 22nd Oct 2026 17:00 for more details.

      A Comprehensive Understanding is looking for a state comprehensive-educated Sound Designer, Lighting Designer, Deputy Stage Manager and Welfare Officer

      The Cambridge Footlights Presents: A Comprehensive Understanding - the state-educated sketch show - is returning to Cambridge and needs a team to bring this show to the stage.

        Contact Rachel - rc992@cam.ac.uk before 10th Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

        A Comprehensive Understanding is looking for state comprehensive-educated Assistant Directors

        The Cambridge Footlights Presents: A Comprehensive Understanding - the state-educated sketch show - is returning to Cambridge and needs Assistant Directors  to help write and direct sketches.

          Contact Rachel - rc992@cam.ac.uk before 10th Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

          A Comprehensive Understanding is looking for state comprehensive-educated Writer/Performers!

          The Cambridge Footlights Presents: A Comprehensive Understanding - the state-educated sketch show - is looking for new writer/performers for its 2026 run!

          • Thu 8th Oct, 15:00–16:00, Corpus Playroom
          • Sat 10th Oct, 15:00–17:00, Queens' College Green Room (Fitzpatrick Hall)

          Contact rc992@cam.ac.uk before 10th Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

          NEW Prod (and BAND) Applications for 'Things I Know To Be True'

          Lighting Designer , Stage Manager , Assistant Stage Manager , *NEW* Sound Operator and *NEW* Keyboardist needed to help bring our Michaelmas Week 4 ADC Main show to life!

            Contact fg460@cam.ac.uk or tg533@cam.ac.uk before 9th Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

            WRITER APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR BEHIND YOU!

            We are looking for crazy, funny, silly and energetic writer/performers to join our fabulous pantomockery team! Auditions on the 8th and 9th of October!!

              Contact stgm3@cam.ac.uk and see38@cam.ac.uk before 9th Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

              WRITER/PERFORMER AUDITIONS FOR BEHIND YOU!!

              We are looking for crazy, funny, silly and energetic writer/performers to join our fabulous pantomockery team! Auditions on the 8th and 9th of October!!

                Contact stgm3@cam.ac.uk and before 9th Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

                THE BIGGEST SHOW OF THE ADC CALENDAR needs a BAND!!

                Join the music team of Cinderella 2026 and play in the band! We are recruiting musicians playing: keys, electric bass, guitar, drums/percussion, violin, cello, flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet and trombone. Any and all commitment levels are very welcome!

                  Contact ikr26@cam.ac.uk and iwyl2@cam.ac.uk before 23rd Oct 2026 23:59 for more details.

                  THE BIGGEST SHOW OF THE ADC CALENDAR IS LOOKING FOR CHORUS MEMBERS AND A KING!!

                  Cinderella: The CUADC/Footlights Pantomime 2026 is looking for its final cast members to join its team ahead of a two week run at the end of Michaelmas term! Freshers and those who have never participated in Cambridge Amateur Theatre are encouraged to audition, but open to all! Minimal preparation required!

                  • Wed 7th Oct, 12:00–18:00, Larkum Studio, ADC Theatre
                  • Thu 8th Oct, 12:00–18:00, Crew Room, Emmanuel College

                  Contact adcpanto2026@gmail.com before 8th Oct 2026 18:59 for more details.

                  Shows

                  • Sun 4 Oct
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                  • Thu 15 Oct
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                  • Sat 17 Oct
                  21:00 The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals
                  • Sun 25 Oct
                  • Mon 26 Oct
                  • Tue 27 Oct
                  • Wed 28 Oct
                  • Thu 29 Oct
                  • Fri 30 Oct
                  • Sat 31 Oct
                  23:00 Tom Sweeney: Ribbing For Your Pleasure
                  • Sun 1 Nov
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                  • Tue 1 Dec
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                  • Thu 3 Dec
                  • Fri 4 Dec
                  • Sat 5 Dec
                  13:00 CUADC/Footlights Pantomime 2026: Cinderella
                  19:45 CUADC/Footlights Pantomime 2026: Cinderella
                  • Sun 6 Dec
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                  • Tue 8 Dec
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                  • Sun 10 Jan
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                  Past shows

                  See all the shows that have been performed here at the venue history page.