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BA (HONS) MEDIA AND PERFORMANCE STUDENT EXPERIENCE – GRACE’S STORY

Graduate Grace Mclntosh who has starred in the 4 O’Clock Club and more recently Channel 4’s The Dog Academy as an on screen receptionist. Talks about her experience studying BA (Hons) Media and Performance at the University of Salford, and her inspiring career aspirations. WHAT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR COURSE? By far the […]

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Why Study Dance: Rachel’s Story

We spoke to Rachel, an MA Dance Performance and Professional Practices student studying at the University of Salford to understand why she chose Salford and how this has facilitated the path to achieving her dreams. Hi Rachel, can you tell us a bit about your course? I chose to study this unique course as we […]

Performer Ryan O'Shea stands at the front centre of the stage, with a bandage wrapped around his scalp. He is holding a baton up as if to conduct an orchestra.

New Adelphi Reviews: Concerto

It’s not everyday you walk into the theatre to be welcomed with a sheet of music, a pencil, and an apple. But the night of “Concerto” was no typical piece of theatre. The production of ‘Concerto’, by Michael Pinchbeck, was created to ‘take you on a journey, and bring you back home again’: and boy, […]

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New Adelphi Theatre Preview: Autumn/Winter 2019

With a new academic trimester brings other new things – including a brand new, incredible theatre season at the New Adelphi Theatre! Located right on our main campus, inside the New Adelphi building, the theatre is a fantastic spot for anyone to come and catch a high-quality show. Students and staff are even eligible for […]

Canada meets Salford: Erika’s comedy success

Award winner and student Erika took this year’s North West heat of the Chortle Comedy Awards by storm. From Humber College in Toronto to finishing her final year here at Salford, Erika was kind enough to have a chat with me about all things international, all things comedy and all things university. What do you […]

New Adelphi Reviews: Jim Cartwright’s ‘Is there anybody there?’

A rehearsed reading of Jim Cartwright’s newest play ‘Is there anybody there?’ was performed in the New Adelphi Theatre on the 22nd March. Directed by the acclaimed Anthony Banks (The Girl on the Train, Gaslight et al); the evening’s performance was a mixture of rehearsed performance and a sit down reading, both sections with script […]

Steve Bennett, manager of chortle hosting on the main stage in front of two flats with the 'Chortle Student Comedy Awards' logos on

New Adelphi Reviews: Chortle Student Comedy Awards

Deadlines are approaching. The library has basically become your second home and a can of Red Bull has become your holy water. Although studying is important, it’s always a good idea to take a night off and completely chill. Relax and de-stress. The Chortle Student Awards was definitely a night of much needed de-stressing for […]

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How to become an award winning student comedian

James Allen graduated this summer with a degree in Comedy Writing and Performance. After performing at various venues during his time at University of Salford, he has now gained a following for his mix of social satire and impressive recall of football statistics. Now, after winning the Mike Craig Award and being shortlisted for the Chortle Student Comedy Awards, […]

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Lee Peart: Salford, showbiz and success

Host of our 2018 Create Student Awards, comedian and presenter Lee Peart is also a alumni of the University of Salford, graduating in 2012 with a degree in Performing Arts. Lee is currently freelancing at ITV in London as a warm-up act for the audience at Loose Women, amongst many other things! I was lucky […]