Players is Queen's one and only theatre production society that lets you be involved in all aspects of the production involved to make a drama that enthralls its audience. There are plenty of opportunities for all kinds of talents.

From writing the script, to directing, acting, set design, costume design, lighting and sound operation to stage managing, there is something for everyone. QUPlayers wishes to instill bonds that last through hard work, creativity and loads of fun as many students try to find where they fit into the picture.

WHAT WE DO

Players put on high-level theatre production pieces throughout the year. We host several festivals, events and social meet ups while attending the annual Irish Student Drama Awards Festival, where the plays we put on are displayed to compete with other Irish universities.

We also put on various acting, scriptwriting, and directing workshops throughout the year. It's never a dull year with the Players’ events. We also have an annual formal at the end of the year with our very own awards nominated by our members for various categories.

LET’S SEE WHAT WE DID THIS PAST ACADEMIC YEAR (2023-24)!

• Pints with Players
• Players 101
• Audition technique workshop
• Freshers Play - ‘Two’
• Players Quiz
• Halloween Pub Crawl
• Acting Shakespeare Workshop
• First semester plays- ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ and ‘Midwinter Night’s Dream
• Pints with Players
• QUPlayers New Writing Workshop
• Devising Workshop
• Pub Crawl
• Short Plays - ‘Sasurai’ and ‘Sunday Lunch’
• Bruiser taster Workshop
• Second Semester Plays - ‘All Honey’ and ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’
• QUPlayers Quiz
• Third Semester Plays - ‘Death of a Gerbil’ and ‘Bull’
• Student Theatre Awards
• Queen's Drama Formal

IRISH SOCIETY DRAMA AWARDS ACHIEVEMENTS

Players not only puts on amazing socials for its members but also competes against other Drama societies across Ireland. This competition is called ISDA or the Irish Society Drama Awards. Every year, Players has come up with brilliant, award winning productions. 2023-2024 was no different and QUPlayers smashed it this year with 8 nominations and 5 wins.

Find out more about All Honey here

Players brought home accolades for best direction (All Honey), Best Ensemble (All Honey), Best Performer in a Supporting Role (Michael Lavery); and Best Performance in a lead role (Joe Rossiter and Eve Twomey).

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?

Players have a booth set up on the Freshers’ Fair. Come have a chat with us there and ask any questions you might have. If you want to see the Players be dramatic on your phones, you can find us on Instagram as @quplayers and Facebook as @Queen’s University Players. If you want to ask any questions, send us an email on players@qub.ac.uk.

TO SUM UP THIS ACT

Joining the QUPlayers at Queen's is a fantastic way to dive into the world of theatre while at uni. Whether you're a budding actor, director, writer, or just love the tech side of things, there's a place for you here. You'll get to be part of amazing productions, from well-known classics to brand-new, original plays. It's not just about being on stage; there's a ton of behind-the-scenes action that needs passionate people too.

Come visit us at Freshers' Fair this year!

One of the best parts? The community. You'll meet loads of like-minded folks who share your love for drama and performance. It's a great way to make friends and create memories that will last long after you leave university. Plus, being part of a society like this looks great on your CV—it shows you're committed, creative and can work as part of a team.

You'll also get to build confidence and improve your public speaking skills, which is a bonus whether you're aiming for a career in the arts or any other field. So, if you want to add a bit of drama to your uni life, join the QUPlayers. It's all about passion, fun and a lot of creativity.

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Punita Khandagale  BSc Business Management | Undergraduate Student | India Hi! My name is Punita, I’m 19 and I’m a Business Management student! I’m from Pune, India. I am part of the drama club called QUPlayers; and the best society in the world - the Rubber Duck Appreciation Society. I am a huge fan of Taylor Swift and horror movies and my favourite thing to do on a weekend is to go for a swim in the PEC.