Camdram

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 Fresher Technicians

We're looking for fresher technicians to join our European tour in December!

    Contact production.manager@cuetg.co.uk before 13th Oct 2023 23:59 for more details.

    SOUND DESIGNER NEEDED!! (Please)

    5/11 needs someone to pull together a banging playlist of punk music, interweaving with some more classical choral moments! No experience required!

      Contact tc583@cam.ac.uk, lw730@cam.ac.uk before 27th Oct 2023 01:00 for more details.

      SEVEN SKETCHY SINS (Week four ADC late) Needs funny writers/performers!

      Seven Sketchy Sins is opening auditions for Writer/Performers! Whether you're just joining Cambridge theatre and comedy, or you're a seasoned veteran, we want you for our vibrantly villainous sketch show!

        Contact hb628@cam.ac.uk, ms2920@cam.ac.uk before 3rd Oct 2023 00:00 for more details.

        Summer Sketch Writers Showcase Needs a Sound Designer and DSM

        The Cambridge Summer Sketch Writers  Showcase is a one-night-stand all new sketch comedy show in Week 1 Michaelmas. 11pm Friday 13 October on the ADC main stage. It will be a ridiculous and silly night! We are looking for a Sound Designer  and Deputy Stage Manager . This will be a great low-commitment show to start off your Cambridge Theatre year! No Experience is required.

          Contact Amelia Cordwell (ajc356@cam.ac.uk) before 11th Oct 2023 01:00 for more details.

          CU Show Choir Auditions

          🎼Auditions are OPEN for Cambridge University Show Choir!🎼 Cambridge's all-singing, all-dancing choir are looking for new members!

          • Fri 6th Oct, 11:00–13:00, St John`s College
          • Sat 7th Oct, 15:00–17:00, St John`s College

          Contact cushowchoir@gmail.com before 7th Oct 2023 23:59 for more details.

          ETG 2023: The Tempest - Auditions

          Auditions for this year's European Theatre Group production of 'The Tempest' are taking place on 8th and 9th October! Audition Pack https://docs.google.com/document/d/19M2KgdKVuz79qEdBL-vuxmRO2xG0l6SLlukG3xbgQsM/edit?usp=sharing

          • Sun 8th Oct, 11:00–17:00, Dressing Room 2 @ ADC
          • Mon 9th Oct, 10:00–16:00, Newnham Old Labs

          Contact mh2107@cam.ac.uk before 10th Oct 2023 01:00 for more details.

          Looking for TECH/PROD mentors!

          We are looking for experienced prod team and tech team members to help our new freshers with the Freshers Musical: Beyond Today! The idea is you will be a point of contact in the process of getting the show together, and help them out in learning their way around the ADC and their particular role.

            Contact grcs2@cam.ac.uk before 7th Oct 2023 01:00 for more details.

            Dragtime! Presents: Gunpowder, Treason, and Thot (ADC Late Week 5)

            Dragtime! is returning to the ADC with a bang for our first Bonfire Night themed show and we want you to get involved! If you've got an idea for a drag act or want to know more about being involved please do get in touch ♥

            • Sat 14th Oct, 12:30–16:30, Larkum Studio

            Contact Griffin and Lucas at dragtimecambridge@gmail.com before 13th Oct 2023 00:00 for more details.

            Dragtime! Presents: Gunpowder, Treason, and Thot (ADC Late Week 5)

            Dragtime! is returning to the ADC with a bang for our first Bonfire Night themed show and we want you to get involved! We are looking for a stage manager , lighting designer , sound designer , assistant stage managers , production assistants and moRE so regardless of your level of experience or particular area of interest, if you want to get more involved with drag but actually beINg in drag isn't your thing this is the perfect opportunity!!! ♥

              Contact Griffin and Lucas at dragtimecambridge@gmail.com before 8th Oct 2023 00:00 for more details.

              ADC Theatre 15:35 on 11th July Twitter

              '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


              ADC Theatre 13:00 on 10th July Twitter

              Our Autumn 2023 season is now on sale! Check out our season brochure online at adctheatre.com/brochure and start booking your tickets now!
              #theatre #season #seasonlaunch #cambridgearts #drama #musical #comedy #devised #discount #cambridge


              ADC Theatre 14:57 on 9th July Twitter

              Step into the world of 'Murder Most Unexpected', an Agatha Christie-style Whodunit made up entirely on the spot. Get your tickets from adctheatre.com/murder
              #comedy #improv #murdermystery #whodunnit #cambridge


              ADC Theatre 11:06 on 8th July Twitter

              Following on from the success of 'Supernatural Shakespeare' at Madingley Hall, BAWDS brings you another double bill of Shakespeare Shorts next week at the ADC! Get your tickets from adctheatre.com/shakespeare
              #theatre #drama #shakespeare #summer #festival
              Photo by Paul Ashley


              ADC Theatre 15:00 on 5th July Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 15:51 on 4th July Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 09:00 on 30th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 14:32 on 29th June Twitter

              "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


              ADC Theatre 12:28 on 27th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 16:00 on 24th June Twitter

              "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


              ADC Theatre 10:04 on 24th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 18:06 on 21st June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 11:00 on 20th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 15:00 on 19th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 11:00 on 18th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 18:00 on 17th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 14:00 on 16th June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 12:01 on 15th June Twitter

              Don't miss this "jarring and hilarious" (The Tab, 5 Stars) production of Anna Washburn's dystopian drama, 'Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play'! Tickets are selling fast from adctheatre.com/mrburns

              #theatre #drama #apocalypse #simpsons #cambridgearts

              Photo by Viv Wang


              ADC Theatre 09:00 on 14th June Twitter

              Experience the magic of live ballet, right on your doorstep. For one night only on Friday 07 July, experience Ballet Central on tour. Tickets are selling fast from adctheatre.com/ballet
              #dance #theatre #ballet #uktour
              Photos by ASH Photography


              ADC Theatre 16:00 on 11th June Twitter

              Bar-Baric is a brand new panel show direct from the Cambridge Footlights for one night only with a (best before) lime twist! Get your tickets to tomorrow's show from adctheatre.com/barbaric
              #comedy #panelshow #sketch #standup #footlights


              ADC Theatre 11:00 on 10th June Twitter

              ‘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


              ADC Theatre 16:00 on 1st June Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 13:00 on 31st May Twitter

              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!


              ADC Theatre 16:00 on 28th May Twitter

              Final rehearsals are underway and tickets are selling fast for Combined Actors of Cambridge's exciting new production of 'Educating Rita' by Willy Russell.
              adctheatre.com/rita
              #theatre #drama #play #cambridgearts
              Photo by Ted Ridgway Watt


              ADC Theatre 11:00 on 26th May Twitter

              You only have a few more chances to catch this week's "effortlessly funny" (The Tab) production of one of the nation's most-loved comedies, 'One Man, Two Guvnors'! Get your tickets now from adctheatre.com/guvnor
              Photo by Paul Ashley
              #farce #comedy #drama #cambridgearts #theatre


              ADC Theatre 09:00 on 25th May Twitter

              'Urinetown' is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold! Read more on our blog over at adctheatre.com/urinetownblog1 and get your tickets from adctheatre.com/urinetown
              Photo by Paul Ashley
              #drama #musical #comedy


              ADC Theatre 17:28 on 24th May Twitter

              "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


              ADC Theatre 13:09 on 23rd May Twitter

              As the dead rise from their graves and walk, so secrets slip from tongues and talk...

              Gregory Miller's new play, 'Unearthed', debuts this week at the Corpus Playroom. Get your tickets from adctheatre.com/unearthed

              #newwriting #drama #cambridgearts #play


              ADC Theatre 16:00 on 21st May Twitter

              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


              ADC Theatre 13:33 on 20th May Twitter

              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 now for a riotous #sketch show this May week!
              adctheatre.com/footlights
              #comedy #standup #footlights


              Shows

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              Past shows

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