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:
Carrie is looking for an AMD! We are looking for someone to join this wild production to help bring to life this exciting, contemporary score.
Contact lgm35@cam.ac.uk before 23rd Mar 2024 00:00 for more details.
A WORKING PROGRESS - EASTER WEEK 4, ONE NIGHT (22ND OF MAY) - IS LOOKING FOR A CORE PROD TEAM!
If you are looking for a hint of theatre in exam term, this could be the show for you! One night, one show, a whole lot of fun!
I am looking for a producer(s) and assistant director(s) to join me in creating a devised show around the theme of construction.
Contact rg704@cam.ac.uk before 20th Mar 2024 00:00 for more details.
We've got role in technical director , camera, sound, costume, design, lighting, and more! For more info, check out the pack below: https://docs.google.com/file/d/1MrUpWvTlG0lK1L7mTBnHTPKvoimxuGIS/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword
We encourage people from a diversity of cultural and racial backgrounds to audition to be a part of the show.
Contact jj596@cam.ac.uk before 21st Mar 2024 00:00 for more details.
We are looking for people to join our team (details below). Prior theatre experience is not necessary (but always appreciated), just enthusiasm and a passion for the play!
Please see the Audition Package: https://docs.google.com/file/d/1Gs5Ea4-MJHIa7TikGcp7OowjlLNdvBr4/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword
We are seeking performers for the main characters who identify as Asian considering the content of the play.
- Fri 15th Mar, 11:00–17:00, ADC Theatre, Dressing Room 1
- Mon 18th Mar, 11:00–17:00, ADC Bar
Contact jj596@cam.ac.uk before 21st Mar 2024 00:00 for more details.
'Shakespeare Shorts' opens tonight at the ADC! BAWDS present two of Shakespeare's most popular plays in one production. Don't miss out on this bitesize evening of some of the best from the Bard! Tickets start from just £11 at adctheatre.com/shakespeare
#shakespeare #play #drama
Abi Morgan's 'Lovesong' is the story of one couple, told from two different points in their lives. Love is a leap of faith, and the optimism of youth becomes the wisdom of experience... Get your tickets from adctheatre.com/lovesong
#drama #play #theatre
Photo by Simon Tagger
We have just released a few extra tickets for this evening's live radio recording of BBC Radio 4's 'The Reunion: Spitting Image'! Reserve your tickets now from adctheatre.com/spittingimage
Corkscrew Theatre Company are proud to present 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' this September, Edward Albee's epic masterpiece and one of the greats of twentieth century theatre. Tickets are on sale now from adctheatre.com/woolf
#theatre #drama #classic #play
"Whether you’re new to Shakespeare, are bringing younger relatives, or just prefer your theatre slightly leaner, you’re in for a real treat." Read more about our double bill of Shakespeare Shorts over on our blog at
adctheatre.com/ssblog2
#theatre #shakespeare #drama #play
This week, a fantastic team of volunteer technicians have descended on the Theatre to participate in our annual maintenance camp. Check out some pictures from the first couple of days of our campers in action!
#theatre #maintenance #stagecrew #volunteer #technical
"I like to ask straightforward questions about characters, which eventually stray into asking is he nice or nasty, hero or villain? Give me Macbeth or Richard III, no problem. But Shylock, now, that is a very different matter..."
adctheatre.com/ssblog1
Photo by Michael Turner
The Spitting Image team will be reunited on stage for one night only to record a special edition of The Reunion for BBC Radio 4. Priority booking is currently open for ADC members, with general release from midday on Monday 26th June. Find out more at adctheatre.com/spittingimage
Step into the world of 'Murder Most Unexpected', an Agatha Christie-style Whodunit made up entirely on the spot! Come watch the mayhem unfold as our improvisers unravel the mystery - it’s a night of comedy you won't want to miss! Get your tickets from adctheatre.com/murder
This year, five #Footlights are traveling the world to find their newest member. Join 'the most renowned sketch troupe of them all' (The Independent) as they embark on their annual world tour, performing to audiences across the UK and the US: adctheatre.com/footlights
Join us for an evening of stories old and new, from the depths of human creativity and imagination. From traditional folk tales to new student writing, we will bring you stories from many walks of life in an enjoyable and immersive event: adctheatre.com/storytelling
Two of Shakespeare’s plays in one production! BAWDS bring you the best-loved speeches and characters from 'The Merchant of Venice' and 'Twelfth Night', each adaptation enhanced by storytelling and music! Grab your tickets for a double-bill of the bard from adctheatre.com/shakespeare
Following their critically acclaimed show ‘Dinosaurusesuses’, self-proclaimed people’s champion Alex Franklin is back for one night only for more 'undeniably ludicrous comedy gold' (Entertainment Now). Get your tickets from adctheatre.com/alex
Gus and Ben are laying low, gun in hand, for their next hit. But who will it be? When will they come? Come and wait with them for a gripping and uncomfortable hour in the Corpus Playroom with this classic Pinter #drama. Tickets are on sale now from adctheatre.com/dumbwaiter
‘When light and dark converge, it is an act of creation…’
'Four Cut Sunflowers' follows the true story of the woman who single-handedly ensured Vincent Van Gogh’s success. Tickets to these two preview performances are available now: adctheatre.com/sunflowers
Join 'the most renowned sketch troupe of them all' (The Independent) as they embark on their annual world tour, performing to audiences across the UK and America! Get your tickets to 'The Search Continues' from adctheatre.com/footlights #theatre #comedy #sketch
We sat down with some of the ensemble of #Urinetown to chat about their favourite parts of the #musical, why they wanted to get involved, and why you should come see it! Read more over on our blog at adctheatre.com/urinetownblog2 and get your tickets ahead of opening night tomorrow!
"An outrageous #comedy that... surpasses all expectations and will simply leave you laughing away!" (The Tab). Get your tickets now for this week's "effortlessly funny" production of 'One Man, Two Guvnors': adctheatre.com/guvnor
Photo by Paul Ashley #drama #farce #play
Introducing the cast of 'Educating Rita'! Full of humour and poignancy, this beautifully written play is as relevant and unmissable today as it was in 1980, when it first hit the stage. Tickets are selling fast from adctheatre.com/rita
#drama #play Photo by Ted Ridgway Watt