Stirling’s arts societies are diverse spaces for creatives of all kinds to practice, discover and meet others in their craft. Each society is welcoming and strives to help newcomers find their place with them.
Art Club
On Tuesdays from 6:30 pm Art Club welcomes artists to create and socialise peacefully. The society provides pencils, paper, paint and other materials. Meetings are relaxed and welcoming to everyone regardless of experience. Anyone can come and go for as much of the session as they want. Art Club meets in Cottrell 2B87.
Book Club
Stirling University’s Book Club hosts sessions for four genres of literature a week at 6pm. General fiction on Monday, classics on Tuesday, fantasy on Wednesday and romance on Thursday. Book clubs give readers the chance to meet new people, discuss books and try new genres. Meetings are in Cottrell 2B121.
Creative Writing Society
The Creative Writing Society shows new and seasoned writers how to hone their skills with workshops on Monday from 7-9pm. Topics range from villains, character building, diversity and bad erotica. On Wednesdays they host a casual drop in from 5-8pm. Writers can come and go as they please to write, study or relax. Both weekly meetings are in Cottrell 2B184.
Drama Society
Stirling University Drama Society (SUDS) was founded in 1971 and has brought exciting theatre to students and the community since. Members meet on Tuesday at 7pm for drama workshops or socials. The society welcomes all who are interested, with no previous experience required. SUDS put on three performances a year, as well as open stage nights for anyone to try casual acting. They meet in the Macrobert Arts Centre.
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre welcomes all whether they’ve performed for years or are just starting out. Those who do not want to perform are also welcome to join in to make friends. They run workshops on acting, singing and dancing as well as themed socials open to everyone. Stirling Musical Theatre meets at Cottrell A93 at 6:30pm on Wednesdays.
Photography & Videography
Even if you are a mobile phone photographer you have a place at Photography & Videography. The society holds meetings from 6:30-8:30pm on Mondays in Cottrell 2V1. Members can also learn about techniques and equipment, although bringing equipment is not required.
Featured Image Credit : SUDS
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