Salford students explored themes of grief, family dynamics, and memory in a performance of The Memory of Water.
The performance adapted Shelagh Stephenson’s play, following the story of three sisters who reunite after their father’s death.
They face personal struggles that complicate their relationships with one another.
The show was open to the public at the New Adelphi Theatre, Salford University, with tickets at just £3.
Actor Jude O’Dwyer, who played one of the lead roles, said: “It’s a big deal…The final year of our course means a lot to us. For me personally, the performance side is really important as acting is something I want to go into.”
O’Dwyer explained that the cast wanted to choose a play that would challenge them and highlight their acting abilities. “We wanted something gritty and challenging, something we could really sink our teeth into,” he shared.
Without a director, the performance posed a unique challenge compared to others.
He said: “There was no director for us. We were the directors…It was tough, but it also made the experience feel even more rewarding.”
The show also demonstrated their ability to manage technical aspects of theatre.
Kessa Asquith, who attended the 40-minute performance, said: “It was impressive how much depth they conveyed in such a short performance, especially considering they had just eight weeks to prepare,”
“You could really tell they thought deeply about their characters… The relationships felt real.”
This performance was more than just an assessment to the cast. O’Dwyer stressed: “This is one of the last chances we’ll get to showcase everything we’ve learned.
“We’ve gained so many skills, and it was great to finally put them all into practice with an audience.”
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@salfordnownews One group of third year acting students at the University of Salford gave a public performance as a last opportunity to showcase their skills before graduation. Head to SalfordNow to find out more. #salford #drama #universityofsalford #performingarts #newadelphitheatre #entertainment #arts ♬ original sound – Salford Now
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