MayFest Festival, hosted by University of Plymouth Performance

A celebration of theatre and performance
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Join us for a celebration of theatre and performance at The House, University of Plymouth from 20 May until 2 June 2024.
MayFest is a two-week long festival, run by and for the University of Plymouth Performance courses. The festival will include public events and creative workshops, aimed at supporting emerging artists and artist development, attracting new audiences, and creating a platform for networking between students, alumni, and industry professionals. 
Mayfest will be followed by a weekend of shows presented by Plymouth Performance, in collaboration with the Arts Institute and Performing Arts, University of Plymouth, these performances will showcase professional emerging and established theatre makers.
See events listing below. Please note these events are for students only.
Date: 20 May – 2 June 2024
Ticket information: Please see individual events for details on what’s on and how to book. 
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For the Love of It – Fin Irwin – MayFest talk 
21 May 2024, 10:30-12:00, House Studio
Creative Leadership at Theatre Royal Plymouth – Tom Jackson-Greaves – MayFest talk 
21 May 2024, 14:30-16:00, The House Studio
Solo Performance Practice and Making – MayFest workshop 
28 May 2024, 10:30-12:00, The House Stage 
Diaspora Storytelling Workshop – MayFest workshop
29 May 2024, 10:30-12:00, The House Stage
International Touring and Collaboration – MayFest talk and workshop 
29 May 2024, 14:30-16:00, The House Stage
Movement and New Writing with Embers Ignite Theatre – MayFest workshop
31 May 2024, 10:30-12:00, The House Stage

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