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All the world's a stage and no where is this more obvious that at Durham University, home to a wealth of performing talent, with colleges and student societies presenting a wonderful range of comedy, drama and music, both old and new. Durham Student Theatre group incorporates many different production companies including DULOG, Durham Shakespeare Company, Castle Theatre Company, as well as several companies based at the individual colleges, offering a lively programme, showcasing performing talent and developing backstage skills. 

The recently refurbished Assembly Rooms Theatre plays host to live performances every week of term and is available as a venue for public performances out of term time.  

Wednesday 13 June 2012

Midsummer Nights Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream at Durham Castle

2:30pm to 9:00pm, Fellow's Garden, Durham Castle
Wednesday 13th - Saturday 16th June
Castle Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' in the grounds of Durham Castle.In a summer where we embrace the spirit of Britain, what better way to treat yourself than with this traditional British comedy in a beautifully natural outdoor setting, brimming with love, laughter and enchantment ever-after. So bring along a picnic and enjoy the merriment of midsummer!

Contact ctc.shakespeare.tour@gmail.com for more information about this event.


Wednesday 20 June 2012

Fawlty Towers

Fawlty Towers

7:30pm to 9:30pm, The Assembly Rooms Theatre

20th - 22nd June
You are invited to Fawlty Towers for a gourmet evening of exquisite hilarity presided over by our deranged hotelier, Basil Fawlty. As a courtesy to other guests, please do not mention the war. No riff raff!

Contact timothy.foster@durham.ac.uk for more information about this event.


Wednesday 8 August 2012

Marko’s Circus Workshop

11:00am to 3:00pm, Botanic Garden, Hollingside Lane, Durham

Come along to clown around in the Botanic Garden and join Marko's Circus to learn circus tricks, including juggling and spinning plates, at this fun workshop.
PLEASE NOTE: We recommend visitors use the Kiosk entrance and park at the Park & Ride.

Contact botanic.garden@durham.ac.uk for more information about this event.