THIS SEMESTER
SHOWS
Constellations by Nick Payne
Directed by Aidan Monks
Produced by Valerie Creasy
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Constellations is a tragicomic two-hander about the infinite possibilities of love in the cosmos. A lonely beekeeper meets an astrophysicist at a party, sparking an unlikely bond – from there, knots are tied, threads undone; in the face of the inevitable, will they still have each other?
Two by Jim Cartwright
Directed by India Kolb
Produced by Violeta Vigo
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Two by Jim Cartwright is a darkly comic portrait of a small-town pub and its patrons. Fourteen characters share laughter, heartbreak, and secrets — all under the watchful eye of the Landlord and Landlady who have secrets of their own.
Performing on September 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2025
6:30pm and 8:15pm starts for all dates
Performing on October 6th and 7th, 2025
8pm start for the 6th and 7:30pm start on the 7th
Almost L*** by Lila Anhger
Directed and Written by Lila Anhger
Produced by Eilidh Read​
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Almost-L*** is a surreal (tragi)comedy about heartbreak without a paper trail. When Rosalie’s application for emotional damages is denied, her romantic record is put on trial. Bureaucracy meets yearning in this absurd, intimate audit of almost-attachment.
Performing on October 12th and 13th, 2025 at 7pm
Dear Diary by Kaitlin Shaw
Directed and Written by Kaitlin Shaw
Produced by Lucy Callahan
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Dear Diary, set in the early 2000s, explores the complexities of identity and connection through the individual perspectives of a group of friends. The play explores how unique insecurities and desires shape how we interpret and respond to events.
Performing on October 26th and 27th, 2025 at 7pm
Barron Scriptwriting Competition
Funded by Guy Newsham, a St Andrews alum, the Barron is delighted to host the 3rd annual St Andrews Short Playwriting competition! This annual competition brings together both new and experienced playwrights to create 10-minute plays (around 10 pages). The winner will receive £250 and the top five finalists' scripts will be performed in the Barron! Whether you’re a seasoned scriptwriter or a fresh talent, this is your moment to shine.
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To participate, please send your scripts to
barron@st-andrews.ac.uk by October 15th at 5pm. Finalists will be notified by October 20th via email.
Performing on November 15th, 2025 at 7pm
