Take some time to learn more about Almost Off Book!
Club Name: Almost Off Book (AoB) Mission: To give students with a passion for theater an outlet to practice their craft outside of school. Meetings: We meet every other Wednesday at 4:30 in Fuller Theater (the second floor of the admin building). Contact information/social media: almostoffbook@worcester.edu, @almostoffbookwsu
Why should students get involved with your organization? Almost off Book gives students an environment to hang out with friends while working on meaningful and fun theatrical projects. Throughout the year, our members have a variety of opportunities to really immerse themselves in theater, whether it be through acting, tech work, or playwriting.
What types of events and/or programs do you do throughout the year? We produce two productions each year. In September we put on Quick Change, which features short 10 minute plays by student playwrights. The casting, rehearsal, tech, and performance process all takes place within three weeks, and it’s always a really fun, high energy time. From November to February we do our main, fully realized winter production, directed, acted and designed by students. Aside from our productions we have an improv troupe known as The Ashley Harvey Players, and Karaoke and Open Mic nights.
What has been one of the biggest successes of this organization? Our winter productions every year are the highlight for me. Almost off Book has such a dedicated group of members, and during this time they all get a chance to show off their skills and work collaboratively to create productions that everyone involved are extremely proud of. 2023’s Vampire Lesbians of Sodom was a raunchy comedy featuring incredible, hilarious performances, and 2024’s She Kills Monsters was full of magic and heart, assisted by extraordinary technical theater work. Our winter show this year, Dracula:Comedy of Terrors has yet to open, but given all the hard work being put into it, it’s sure to delight audiences.
What do you think your organization brings to the students at Worcester State? Great theater made by students, for students! We don’t charge students for any of our events or productions, so there’s no downside to spending your night going to see a piece of quality entertainment that your classmates and friends have worked hard to bring you!
How can interested students join your organization? DM us on Instagram, email us and ask for more information, or attend one of our shows and events and talk to a member of the e-board personally. (Even if you don’t want to join, you should attend our shows)
How can the campus community learn more about your programs and events? The best way is to follow us on Instagram! We post about everything we do- often multiple times!
