Drama news archive 2015-2022
Traditional artforms take to the stage for social science festival
Camera obscura and seaside entertainment on show thanks to University academics
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New book raises the curtain on the history of British pierrot troupes and concert parties
New book examines the torigins, evolution and impact of the popular seaside performance
New book published on acclaimed British filmmaker Bill Douglas
New book provides first major retrospective of the work of Bill Douglas in 30 years
Community relay run will bring the epic journey of the Exe Salmon to life
A community relay event designed to celebrate the epic journey of the Atlantic Salmon is set to take place along the banks of the River Exe next month.
Songs, stories and food used to showcase impact of Penryn’s Loveland Community Field at unique event
Songs, stories and vegetables and grain grown in Penryn helped showcase Loveland Community Field.
Ukraine charity concert will collect vital funds to protect the country’s rich cultural heritage
A charity concert with a message of peace will raise vital funds to protect Ukraine’s rich cultural heritage.
Trainees resurrecting traditional seaside entertainment to bring puppets, magic and song to Devon beaches
Seaside entertainment will return to Devon this summer thanks to trainees helping to keep traditional performance forms alive.
Performance art event set to transform Exmouth Beach into a stage
A day-long performance art event that meditates upon our interaction and relationship with the sea is set to transform Exmouth Beach into a stage this weekend.
Stunning renovation of Teignmouth’s seaside heritage brings cinematic history alive
The stunning renovation of one of Teignmouth’s quirkiest seaside features will bring cinematic history alive for all ages.
New Belarusian play exploring the right to rest and protest to be premiered in Exeter
A new Belarusian play exploring the right to rest and protest will have its premiere in an Exeter park.
University of Exeter lecturers win ASLE-UKI Book Prizes
Two lecturers from the University of Exeter have been honoured for their work in the 2022 ASLE-UKI Book Prizes.
Major new study will investigate impact of innovative orchestra performances which use dance, drama and film
A major new study will analyse the impact of ‘theatrical’ performances by British orchestras, which use dance, acting and film, and are attracting new audiences.
Visiting Lourdes results in a transcendent experience for two in five pilgrims, study finds
Two in five Pilgrims who visit Lourdes report having a transcendent experience, researchers have found.
Young people to join forces with science and drama experts to produce musical about climate emergency
Teenagers in Torbay will join forces with leading scientists and drama experts to produce a musical about the climate emergency ahead of the major COP26 summit.
Apprentices ready to bring traditional seaside entertainment back to Devon this summer
Young performers in Devon are getting ready to bring traditional seaside entertainment back to the county this summer after embarking on an unusual apprenticeship.
New apprentices set to take to the promenade and bring back seaside entertainment this summer
New apprentices are training to take to the promenade as they get ready to resurrect traditional seaside entertainment in Britain this summer.
Meet Exeter’s bees, create GPS embroidery and explore the city’s maritime history at outdoor events
People can meet Exeter’s bees, create embroidery using GPS technology and explore the city’s maritime history at a series of innovative outdoor events this summer.
Researchers want to hear from artists about their experiences – and the challenges – of organising outdoor performances
Artists are invited to share their innovations in outdoor performances as part of a major new research project.
Northcott to Stream a Made-for-Digital Production of Antigone
Exeter Northcott Theatre is creating a filmed production of a rarely-performed version of Antigone by Bertolt Brecht.
Incredible history of one of England’s last pierrot troupes on display for the first time
For decades they were one of the country’s last remaining pierrot troupes, bringing joy to people of all ages at seaside resorts with their singing, dancing and games.
Traditional seaside entertainers set to return as beach theatre makes a resurgence during coronavirus
Traditional seaside entertainment enjoyed by families a century ago is set to return to Britain’s beaches as pierrot performers get ready to perform again following the lifting of the ban on outdoor theatre.
PhD student in finals of national competition
A University of Exeter PhD student who is researching how theatre can help young people with mental health issues, has been shortlisted for a national award.
Partnership with the National Institute of Advanced Studies Celebrates Success
For just under ten years, the College of Humanities has enjoyed a strong partnership with the National Institute of Advanced Studies in India.
University of Exeter named as number one institution in the UK to study drama
The University of Exeter has been named as the number one institution in the country to study Drama in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
University of Exeter shortlisted for five “Oscars of higher education”
The University of Exeter has been shortlisted for five Times Higher Education awards across a range of categories in arts and science, a greater number than any other university this year.
Exeter Humanities subjects ranked amongst very best in the world
The University of Exeter’s status as one of the best academic institutions in the world has been confirmed by new global subject rankings.
New Performing Arts Academy launched
Exeter College has launched a new Performing Arts Academy to support exceptional talent in the performing arts.
College of Humanities looks to the future with NIAS Partnership
Since 2012, the College of Humanities has enjoyed a successful partnership with the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) in Bangalore. Between January 11th and 13th, a delegation from Humanities visited NIAS to discuss the progress of our relationship so far and build for the future.
Exeter teachers get free tickets to ‘spectacular’ University production of Animal Farm
Exeter school children and teachers are to be offered cut-price tickets to a University production of George Orwell’s Animal Farm, which features on this year’s GCSE syllabus.
Wealth collides with debt in new theatrical production
Questions of power, wealth and politics are explored in a production which focuses on the global responses to and effects of austerity today.
Drama department hosts performance of Beauty and the Beast by Quangzhou Gaojia Opera Company in collaboration with Shanghai Theatre Academy.
A production of Beauty and the Beast, combining Gaojia opera with puppetry, is being performed tomorrow at the University of Exeter.
All Humanities subjects placed in top ten of the Complete University Guide 2016
Disciplines from the College of Humanities have reinforced their positions amongst the best in the UK.
New camera technology reveals body's hidden secrets
A dramatic way of seeing magnified parts of the human body is now possible through cutting edge filming technology. The BREATH project uses extreme slow motion and close up filming techniques to explore the ageing human body as a new landscape.
Guardian ranking means Exeter now top 10 in all UK league tables
The University of Exeter has been ranked as one of the top 10 UK universities in the influential Guardian University Guide 2016.
University to host a series of events for national humanities festival
The University of Exeter is hosting a series of events for Being Human 2015, the UK’s only national festival of the humanities.
Drama alumna Samantha Baines triumphs at female comedy awards
Drama alumna Samantha Baines wins 'Best Newcomer' at What the Frock! Awards 2015
RAW returns with fresh talent from Drama students and graduates
The RAW Emerging Arts Platform will showcase some of the most exciting performances in the UK from Drama students and graduates, at the Exeter Northcott Theatre, from 11 to 13 June 2015.
How to handle a Greek tragedy
A new book that shows actors and directors how to handle scripts from Greek tragedies has been produced as a practical guide.
Chronic pain relief explored by Exeter academic in BBC documentary
A University of Exeter academic will be exploring ground-breaking research into relieving chronic pain in a BBC Radio 4 documentary on 15 July at 9pm.
College of Humanities consolidates its UK-leading position in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016
Exeter has maintained its outstanding position at 7th in the prestigious The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide as well as being proclaimed Sports University of the Year.
From Doorstep to Texas, University theatre project gains global recognition
A local theatre project based in Torbay has gained international recognition, thanks to one of its founders from the University of Exeter.
Spotlight on Black British Theatre
A University of Exeter academic has conceived a documentary on the history of black British theatre and screen, presented by Sir Lenny Henry.
Salute to Shakespeare: interpretations of Shakespeare in Chinese opera and traditional Chinese puppetry.
This week the College was delighted to host a visit of staff and students from Shanghai Theatre Academy.
Plight of Syrian exiles showcased in film
A powerful and heart-warming film about a group of Syrian refugee women is being shown at the University of Exeter.
University of Exeter AHRC DTP Open Event
The University of Exeter will be hosting an Open Event to provide those interested in applying for AHRC DTP funding with an opportunity to learn more about studying for a PhD with Exeter.