Music & drama

The tradition of both music and drama at Queens' is a long one. The Bats (drama society) has been going strong since the early 1940's. They regularly perform classical and contemporary works as well as giving a platform to new writers from within the student body. Their home in Queens' is the Fitzpatrick Hall, one of the best-equipped small theatres in Cambridge, but their annual open-air performance in Cloister Court is hugely popular. Auditions are held throughout the University both on a College and Varsity level and students frequently perform in productions by Colleges other than their own.

Music of all styles is heard in Queens' and one would be hard-pressed not to find others with similar musical tastes. Magsoc (St. Margaret Society) is the Queens' music society with regular performances throughout term - a blend of choral and orchestral pieces often combining some concerts with the chapel choir. Both the choir and Magsoc have performed at professional level with overseas tours, radio performances and even a CD! However, it is not all Bach and Britten, many individual musicians and singers have plenty of opportunity to perform whether as soloists, or in a band (be it Classical or Rock). Queens' has several music practice rooms and pianos. But if your musical tastes are more simple and you just enjoy a good disco - then the JCR's Saturday night bops will fit the bill.