QMU funds student Fringe Shows to Mark 50 years of Drama Teaching
Our students were able to showcase their talents at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024 thanks to a special anniversary fund marking the institution’s 50 years of drama.
The Emerging Creatives Fund was established in 2023 to support student opportunities and experiences in extracurricular drama and performance activities.
A £2,500 donation from former QMU Chair of Court, Dr Frances Dow, and a further £2,500 from QMU’s Principal, Sir Paul Grice, funded the registration fee for shows that QMU students took to the Festival Fringe in the summer of 2024.
The fund has provided students with a fantastic opportunity to put their studies into action and express their creative flair, whilst also allowing them to forge important connections in the creative industries. One student said: “It's a practical way to refine our production skills and build a network for our future careers. The festival is a dynamic opportunity to bridge the gap between academia and the professional landscape we're about to step into after graduation.”
