amateur dramatics

the practice or performance of theater by non-professional actors, often as a hobby or community activity

She joined the local amateur dramatics society to perform in plays on weekends.
Amateur dramatics provide a creative outlet for people with no professional acting experience.
The village hall hosts annual amateur dramatics productions.
His passion for theater led him to volunteer in amateur dramatics.
Amateur dramatics can range from one-act plays to full-length musicals.