Freshers Information Pack
Freshers Information Pack
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🎉 Welcome!
🎉 Welcome!
Hey there, and welcome to the Strathclyde Musical Theatre Society (SMTS) – your new home for singing, dancing, acting, backstage fun, and a whole lot of drama (the good kind, we promise)! Whether you’ve performed on stage for years or you’re just curious about musical theatre, there’s a place here for you.
Get ready for an exciting year full of shows, socials, workshops, and memories you won’t forget!
🎶 Who Are We?
🎶 Who Are We?
SMTS is one of the most vibrant societies at the University of Strathclyde. We bring together students from all backgrounds who share a love for musical theatre.
We do everything from:
Full-scale, licensed productions 🎭
Cabarets and showcases 🎤
Acting, singing & dance workshops 💃
Socials, theatre trips & fundraisers 🎉
Opportunities for tech, backstage, directing, and more! 🎬
No experience needed – just passion and a willingness to get involved!
📆 Key Events For The 2025/26 Season
📆 Key Events For The 2025/26 Season
Welcome Week (September 2025)
📍 Freshers Fair Stall – Come meet the team!
🎤 Taster Evening – Try us out, no pressure!
🎭 Learn about our plans for this year.
Auditions for Semester 1 Show
🗓️ Mid-September 2025
🎭 All welcome – we’ll guide you through it.
Semester 1 Show
🗓️ Late-November 2025
👀 Details announced soon!
Auditions for Semester 2 Show
🗓️ Registration opens Early-December 2025
Semester 2 Show
🗓️ Summer 2026
Bigger and bolder – more opportunities to shine.
🧑🤝🧑 Meet the 2025/26 Committee
🧑🤝🧑 Meet the 2025/26 Committee
President – Megan Day
Vice President – Kai Lough
Treasurer – Callum Denton
Secretary – Abi Allan
Fundraiser – Emma Cook
Public Relations (PR) Supervisor – Molly Jane McAleese
Development Officer – Eloise Murphy
(We’re friendly – come say hi!)
💡 Why Join SMTS?
💡 Why Join SMTS?
Make friends from across all years and courses
Build confidence on and off stage
Learn and grow through creative collaboration
Explore backstage, directing, tech, and more
Perform in front of packed, live audiences
Have a blast doing what you love!
💸 Membership Info
💸 Membership Info
Annual Membership fees can be found on the Strath Union website.
Membership fees includes access to all workshops, show auditions, socials, and more!
📱 Stay Connected
📱 Stay Connected
Make sure to follow us on all our socials for updates, event details, and behind-the-scenes fun! All our socials are linked in the menu.
🙋 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
🙋 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Do I need experience?
Do I need experience?
Not at all! We are very proud of our open chorus policy, which means we do not audition anyone to be part of the ensemble/chorus. We welcome everyone—whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting out.
For roles on our production team, we sometimes require a baseline level of experience to get you started. However, we also offer associate and shadowing positions for those looking to train and up-skill in a specific theatrical discipline.
What if I don’t want to perform?
What if I don’t want to perform?
If you're not a performer, there are loads of other ways to get involved In production – backstage, lighting/sound, set, costumes, props, stage management, orchestra, front of house, and more! See out SPARK framework for more Info!
How often do you meet/rehearse?
How often do you meet/rehearse?
We typically rehearse twice a week in the evenings, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Mondays are dedicated to full company rehearsals, where everyone comes together to work on group numbers, blocking, and ensemble scenes. Tuesdays are usually set aside for more focused sessions with soloists, small groups, or specific scenes that need extra attention.
As we get closer to show week, Tuesdays may also become full company rehearsals, depending on how the production is progressing and what still needs polishing.
In addition to rehearsals, we aim to run a mix of workshops and socials throughout the semester. These give everyone the chance to build skills, bond as a group, and take a break from the rehearsal room while still having loads of fun.
Can I balance SMTS with my studies?
Can I balance SMTS with my studies?
Absolutely – we’re flexible and supportive. University always comes first, and how much you commit to SMTS is completely up to you. Some roles, especially principal parts, can be a bigger time commitment, but there are plenty of other ways to get involved that are less demanding.
We encourage all members to think about how much time they can realistically give, and to find a role within the society that suits their schedule. Whether you want to be centre stage, help behind the scenes, or just join in the fun when you can – there’s a place for you. Our committee and production team are great at helping people find where they fit best.
🥳 Final Note
🥳 Final Note
University can feel like a big leap – but joining SMTS might just be the best decision you make this year. It’s more than a society – it’s a community, a creative outlet, and a whole lot of fun.
We can’t wait to meet you – come along, get involved, and let’s make magic happen on (and off) the stage.
Break a leg,
SMTS
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