Department of Drama and Theatre Arts

The unique environment of the Department of Drama and Theatre Arts is shaped by a collective of internationally renowned scholars, theatre-makers and creative researchers committed to providing the next generation of artists and critical thinkers with the tools to challenge the status quo and innovate creatively within the cultural, social and political landscapes of the twenty first century.

LATEST NEWS

Posted 03 June 2019

Gulp! to make a splash with national tour thanks to Arts Council England funding

Grant awarded to Drama's Dr Adam Ledger will support new show that encourages its audience to engage with crucial environmental issues.

Posted 30 May 2019

The Machinery shown at Sheffield festival

Research from Dr Caroline Radcliffe that combines film, audio and digital performance to explore the dehumanisation and alienation of the industrial worker shown at the opening night of Algomech.

Posted 08 April 2019

The Director and Directing

Dr Adam Ledger's new book on 'Craft, Process and Aesthetic in Contemporary Theatre' published by Palgrave Macmillan.

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Forthcoming Events

We are proud to offer throughout the academic year a series of events, research seminars, and productions closely tied to the department academic and practical work.