We are the University of Plymouth Amateur Dramatics Society (UPAD) and we’re a fun group of people who love to perform and all things acting! We meet every Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm to rehearse for the two showcases that we put on each year (one in winter, one in spring).
The best part is, any member who auditions will get a part!
You have a chance to write for our showcases and the committee will choose some of YOUR original works for our performances! We encourage people of all abilities and skills to join, you do not have to be a performance student to be a member.
We charge one membership fee of £10 at the start of the year which covers show fees and props/costumes and other production fees. Once you have brought your membership, you will be invited to join our WhatsApp community where we share important information.
If you still aren’t sure whether we’re the society for you, come along to our free workshops at the beginning of each semester. These sessions are a great opportunity to meet new people and learn a new skill!
Workshop Dates:
Acting Workshop: Tuesday 22nd of September 2026 - Rolle 206/207 - 6.30-8.30pm
Stage Combat Workshop with Crumbling Rocks Theatre: Tuesday 29th of September 2026 - Rolle 206/207 - 6.30-8.30pm
At UPAD, we aim to hold as many socials as possible with a mixture of drinking and sober socials because we want everyone to feel welcome to have fun in a way which best suits them! Some of our favourite previous socials include: karaoke, board game night and team scavenger hunt.
At the end of each academic year we also organise our annual Awards Night, which is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the dedication, talent and memories we saw throughout the year.
New to 2026/27, we are excited to announce that we will be Sponsored by The Caffeine Club and all our members will receive 10% off food and drink across their venues!
Throughout the academic year, we host two Showcases which are performed by our members and directed by committee. We encourage everyone to come and watch, and the ticket proceeds go towards charity.
Unfortunately, due to rehearsals we cannot accept new members to partake in showcases after audition day each semester, but they can still attend socials!