The University of Canterbury Drama Society Incorporated
We're a student society, that doubles as a theatre company, with almost 100 years of experience running shows, festivals, and general hi-jinks. We aim to produce quality shows, promote a safe space to give theatre a go, and support drama and performing arts in the wider Christchurch community.
Mia, Loren, Chad, and Sophie were best friends in high school — the mean girls of their district. Now, 10 years after graduation, three of them plan to murder the other. Over the course of 24 hours, their small-scale school reunion/crime scene falls into chaos.
The Picture of Dorian Gray - man’s descent into debauchery.
Dividing the Estate, a dark comedy story of a Texan family, who dredge up 80 years of family drama in an effort to get money from the estate.
We're bringing back 3Some for 2022! 3Some is an event centered around 3s. With 3 weeks to rehearse and a $33 budget, our 3 shows will be performed over 3 nights with $3 tickets.
Join us on the 9th August 7pm in the Ngaio Marsh Theatre to get to know the life and work of Ngaio Marsh. Featuring scenes from Hamlet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and a presentation from Marsh expert Joanne Drayton.
Whether you're a theatre veteran who could learn a script with your eyes closed, or a brand new, bushy-tailed performer who wants to give it a go, this is the event for you.
Much like the 48hour film fest only half the length and way more unpredictable, A Day to Play is back to kick off UC Arts Week.
Every flat has a night they’ll never forget – whether they want to or not.
Five flatmates, who’ve never done much partying together, are pulled into a compulsory flat party (“red card”) the night before one of them leaves for the other side of the world.
