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SUSU’s Light Opera Society performing Princess Ida
SUSU’s Light Opera Society performing Princess Ida in the Annex. Photo credit: Thomas Joy
Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, the biggest theatre on the south coast
Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, the biggest theatre on the south coast
SUSU’s Showstoppers performing Made in Dagenham in the Annex. Photo credit: Will Fieldhouse
SUSU’s Showstoppers performing Made in Dagenham in the Annex. Photo credit: Will Fieldhouse
Mayflower Theatre Auditorium, view from the stage
Mayflower Theatre Auditorium, view from the stage
SUSU’s Light Opera Society performing a Double Feature of Trial by Jury and The Zoo in the Annex. Photo credit: Thomas Joy
SUSU’s Light Opera Society performing a Double Feature of Trial by Jury and The Zoo in the Annex. Photo credit: Thomas Joy

A wealth of performing arts opportunities

The University’s Student Union, (SUSU) boasts over 40 student-led performing arts groups. There are opportunities for everyone to get involved or to come and see a performance.

Southampton University Players are a community theatre company who rehearse at Highfield campus and the group is open to alumni, staff and members of the community.

Theatre in the City

Southampton is home to Mayflower Theatre, the biggest theatre on the south coast. The Mayflower brings a diverse range of shows to Southampton, presenting a mixture of spectacular touring productions, from musicals - many direct from the West End – to dance, opera, drama, ballet and comedy.

In Winchester, you will find Theatre Royal Winchester, Winchester Discovery Centre, and Hat Fair - the free festival of Street Performance and Outdoor Arts taking place every July.

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Get reviews and insights into theatre productions on our Arts Blog.

Studio 144

Studio 144

Learn about the future of theatre in Southampton at Studio 144

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