Drama Society

Napier University Drama Society (or NUDS, as it is affectionately known) is a group of students dedicated to putting on amazing shows for peers, parents, strangers - basically anyone willing to buy a ticket. We are one of the oldest and most popular societies at Napier University.

If you love any aspect of theatre or theatre production, you just found your new home. NUDS is always open to people who want to act, direct, write, manage, advertise, build props, work sound, take photos, be loved, buy the next round of drinks - you’ll be welcomed and appreciated and challenged and rewarded and soon enough you won’t even remember what life was like before NUDS. We handle everything ourselves, so there are plenty of opportunities to try out new things or hone your skills. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! 

The year begins with ice-breakers, improv sessions and workshops, followed by tonnes of socialising. Some weeks will just be fun nights at our favourite pub, but for others we really push the boat out. We’re talking karaoke sessions, escape rooms, powerpoint nights; whatever you're into, there's plenty to get involved with. 

Each term we put on a show written by members of the society. Roles are guaranteed, so no stress about getting a part, and we have a variety of role sizes available for people looking to shine in the spotlight, or just wanting to thrive in the limelight. With shows each term, NUDS is perfect if you're looking to settle down with a society, or just try something out for a term. 

Our 2024/25 shows included Capture The Flag!, a lively show about an eclectic group of fast food staff navigating their visit at a mandatory company retreat, and A Midsummer's Nightmare, a dramatic and humorous look into the lives of drama students working towards their final college showcase while relationship drama and the stress of the future hangs over them all. 

During the summer we also have the privilige of participating in the legendary Edinburgh Fringe with Greenside venues. Our most recent endeavor, Werewolf: The Game: The Show, an interpretation of the game Werewolf (a favourite of the society), followed a village plagued by werewolf attacks and the monster hunter brought in to solve the mystery. Selling out multiple nights and being loved by the audience, Werewolf was an incredible experience for everyone involved. 

And don’t ever let it be said that we don’t know how to throw a good party. Aside from the blow-out after-show festivities, we also host our very own awards show: The NUDS Oscar’s! Our biggest and classiest event, this is our main opportunity to show the love, dress up fancy, with personalised (and occasionally outrageous) awards handed out to every member alongside the traditional awards for acting and behind-the-scenes work. 

We are always striving to put on the best shows we possibly can, and you could definitely be a part of that journey. Bring your talent and ideas and have a fantastic year with us at the Napier University Drama Society! We'd really love to have you!