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Next to Normal review: UMMTS’s final show of the year is one of their strongest yet

Next to Normal review: UMMTS’s final show of the year is one of their strongest yet

Excellent direction and stellar performances make Next to Normal a fantastic ending to UMMTS’s year
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UMDS’s The Beauty of It review: Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore receive a touching tribute

UMDS’s The Beauty of It review: Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore receive a touching tribute

UMDS shine a light on a pair of forgotten queer artists and activists in ‘The Beauty of It’
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“Diverse, dynamic, and collaborative”: The UMDS of 2025-2026

“Diverse, dynamic, and collaborative”: The UMDS of 2025-2026

The Mancunion sits down with co-presidents Mili and Nitheeshan to talk everything UMDS
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Mooncalf: UMDS’ absurd comedy is a promising pick for London showcase

Mooncalf: UMDS’ absurd comedy is a promising pick for London showcase

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UMDS’ campy, farcical comedy still knows exactly when to twist the knife
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“Love mix’d with fear is sweetest”: UMDS’ The Duchess of Malfi

“Love mix’d with fear is sweetest”: UMDS’ The Duchess of Malfi

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UMDS’ adaptation of The Duchess of Malfi manages to revive a powerful depiction of Jacobean misogyny
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UMDS Wish List: Brilliantly uncaring

UMDS Wish List: Brilliantly uncaring

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Katherine Soper’s Wish List is handled with care by a skilled cast and crew
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Freshers Show: A glimpse of exciting things to come

Freshers Show: A glimpse of exciting things to come

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The 2024 freshers of UMDS have their debut in a successful showcase of their skills
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