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Productions
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Derby Theatre ProductionCog supplementary event
1 October-25 May 2022
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Derby Theatre ProductionA Christmas Carol
23 November-4 January 2024
A thrilling new version by Mike Kenny of Charles Dickens classic and much-loved story. Come and join us during Christmas 2024 for an exciting, magical and vibrant adaptation of Charles…
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Derby Theatre ProductionChicken Licken
5 December-4 January 2024
Hiccup Theatre, in collaboration with Derby Theatre and Polka Theatre will bring audiences age 3+, and their families and friends, yet another festive treat for Christmas 2024, Chicken Licken. Chicken…
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Experimental
The Winter's Tale
10 January-11 January 2025
Studio 2025 UK premiere of Tracy Young's gripping new translation of Shakespeare's bold and moving play. It’s the toughest winter ever in Sicilia Court, a rundown council estate still waiting…
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Populist
An Audience with Harry Redknapp
11 January 2025
[MH Rec 2025] Harry is back on the road after a sold out tour of 65 venues, to regale us with stories from his football and TV career. One of…
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MusicalBlood Brothers
14 January-18 January 2025
MH 2025 BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS WILLY RUSSELL’S BLOOD BROTHERS Written by Willy Russell, the legendary BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow…
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Traditional
An Evening With Aggers
21 January 2025
An Evening with Aggers Get ready to be bowled over by true cricket legend and renowned BBC correspondent, Jonathan Agnew . From his early days learning the ropes under the…
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Dance/Movement
Last Rites
23 January-24 January 2025
Last Rites combines exciting physical, non-verbal storytelling with dynamic projection and an immersive soundtrack. Told through a Deaf man’s unique perspective, this show tells the poignant story of a complex…
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Amateur
BACK to 1990: Tiptoe Show [2025]
25 January-26 January 2025
Tiptoe is 35 years old, please celebrate with us as we revisit all Shows we have performed over the last 35 years. 200 youngsters will sing, dance and entertain you…
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Populist10 Nights
27 January-28 January 2025
One man’s spiritual journey is about to begin… after he’s posted one last TikTok. When Yasser decides to take part in itikaf, sleeping and fasting in the mosque for the…
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Derby Theatre ProductionOf Mice & Men. Design & Fit Up. Hard Hat Session. [Theatre Unwrapped 2025]
30 January 2025
Explore how the set was designed and watch as the technical team build it right before your eyes!
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Derby Theatre Production
Of Mice And Men
6 February-1 March 2025
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters bound together by a shared faith and the ambition to live the great American…
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Experimental
Bwoy Dem: A Work-in-Progress sharing
8 February 2025
Bwoy Dem is a punchy, dark and comedic two-hander that deals with themes of race, black masculinity, police brutality and what happens when one man is pushed to breaking point.…
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Tiny Fragments of Beautiful Light
15 February 2025
One woman’s journey of self-discovery: a celebration of the joy that comes when we live as we truly are. Elsa doesn’t know why she’s never quite fit in. Perhaps it’s…
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Comedian
The Comedy Store [February 2025]
16 February 2025
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains…
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Derby Theatre ProductionOf Mice & Men. Acting Workshop [Theatre Unwrapped 2025]
20 February 2025
Led by Sarah Brigham, the director of the show and Artistic Director of the theatre, the workshop will give you a practical experience of how she approached this classic but…
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Populist
Maria in the Stars
22 February 2025
A BSL-integrated, interactive adventure for everyone aged 7+. When the Queen offers a medal to whoever can find signs of life on Mars, budding astronaut Maria jumps at the chance!…
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PopulistGood for a Girl
28 February-1 March 2025
Join Queensgate Football Club as they advance to the final rounds of the Women’s FA Cup for the first time in the club’s history. Meet a group of players, united…
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MusicalBlack is the Color of my Voice
4 March 2025
Black Is The Color Of My Voice By Apphia Campbell Inspired by the life of Nina Simone and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a…
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PopulistBuffy, ReVamped
5 March-6 March 2025
Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One Spike. This fast-paced gem brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of…
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Family under 5sPirates LOVE Underpants
7 March-8 March 2025
Based on the beloved book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort These pirates SO love underpants! Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the…
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AmateurA Night at the Movies presented by Hannah Hand Dance
9 March 2025
Grab your popcorn and cinema treats! Hannah Hand Dance Company will take you for a night at the movies. Maybe you’re a classic movie buff, cartoon fanatic or prefer the…
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MusicalCrooners
14 March 2025
A rip roaring comedy music show with a splendiferous injection of Big Band swing. Packed with personality and humour, Crooners has been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating show…
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TraditionalKim’s Convenience
17 March-22 March 2025
Following hugely successful runs both in London and internationally, Kim’s Convenience is heading out on a UK tour! Now a global smash hit, this hilarious and heartwarming drama about a…
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Populist
The Duke
22 March 2025
Funny and poignant, The Duke is a one-man show by Shôn Dale-Jones, combining original storytelling with an inventive spirit. “In 1974 my father invested £750 (£9,800 in today’s money) in…
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MusicalChorus Song – A celebration of choirs
23 March 2025
Come along for a toe tapping concert of local choirs singing their favourite songs, completed by a chorus of over 100 singers all enjoying music and singing together. Check the…
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An Audience with Dame Prue Leith
24 March 2025
Join Great British Bake Off star judge for an evening of charming culinary conversation and a chance to ask that burning question via an audience Q & A.
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Traditional
Do I love You?
25 March-29 March 2025
MAIN HOUSE 2025 Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. What…
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Musical
Mechanical Advantage [Sinfonia Viva 2025]
1 April 2025
Join Sinfonia Viva and more than 100 students from Derby’s Becket and Firs Primary Schools, The Bemrose School, and Derby College, on a musical exploration of the mechanical world of…
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Musical
BBC Big Band The Sound of Cinema
2 April 2025
Inspired by some of the greatest movie soundtracks of all time, the internationally renowned BBC Big Band are joined by legendary conductor Barry Forgie and special guest vocalist Emer McParland,…
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ComedianChris McCausland “Yonks!”
3 April 2025
Chris McCausland: Yonks! A brand-new show for 2025! You might have seen him on Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The…
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MusicalA Brother With Soul
4 April 2025
From the company that brought you two critically acclaimed productions, RUSH – A Joyous Jamaican Journey and The King Of Reggae, The Man – The Music, Rush Theatre Company are…
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Family under 5s
The Detective Dog
5 April-6 April 2025
Tiny & Tall Productions brings you Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie's well-loved story, The Detective Dog on stage for Deaf and hearing family audiences. Whether it’s finding a lost shoe…
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PopulistSpitfire Girls
8 April-12 April 2025
Tilted Wig and MAST Mayflower Studios presents SPITFIRE GIRLS By Katherine Senior INSPIRED BY REMARKABLE TRUE EVENTS “It’s built for us, isn’t it? The Spitfire. Built for women.” New Year’s…
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Populist
Not F**kin’ Sorry
12 April 2025
With luscious lip syncs, sweaty dances and verbatim stories, have your preconceptions rattled as we take you to the edge. “So, just what is it that you fuckers want? The…
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Traditional
Boys from the Blackstuff
15 April-19 April 2025
Gizza job. Go on, gizzit 80s Liverpool. Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie and Yosser are used to hard work and providing for their families. But there is no work and there…
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Family under 5sThe Elmer Adventure
22 April-23 April 2025
Elmer is not elephant colour – Elmer is patchwork Join three friends on a joyful jungle adventure in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the much-loved Elmer books by David…
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Dance/Movement
Snow White
25 April-26 April 2025
In this family-friendly version of Snow White, seven courageous miners graft for a world of opulence enjoyed by the Queen and her beautiful daughter, Snow White. The Queen’s quest for…
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Comedian
The Comedy Store [April 2025]
27 April 2025
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains…
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Amateur
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory [A GCMT Production]
8 May-11 May 2025
Step into a world of wonder and imagination with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a captivating musical that brings Roald Dahl’s beloved tale to life in a dazzling new way.…
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Populist
Just Between Ourselves
13 May-17 May 2025
Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother. It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea…
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Jekyll & Hyde presented by UoD BA (Hons) Theatre Arts 3rd Year Students [2025]
23 May-24 May 2025
In 19th Century Victorian England Harriet Jekyll, desperate to break free of the repressive convention of mourning for her dead husband, seeks excitement from the darkest of places. In the…
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An Evening with Poet Laureate Simon Armitage part of DERBY BOOK FESTIVAL 2025
27 May 2025
Your chance to hear readings from the UK Poet Laureate at a very special evening presented by Derby Book Festival
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Derby Theatre ProductionKiss Me Quickstep
6 June-21 June 2025
A glorious, glitterball-filled show full of stunning ballroom, sequins and secrets. Step onto the dance floor and experience the thrilling journey of ambition, sacrifice and resilience in Kiss Me Quickstep.…
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PopulistAn Evening with Derby Legends: Dean Saunder and Darren Moore.
24 June 2025
An Evening with Derby Legends comes to the Derby Theatre starring Dean Saunder & Darren Moore and hosted by Talksports Perry Groves. Come and listen to stories and anecdotes from…
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Musical
First Night of the Proms [2025]
29 June 2025
Join the award-winning Derby Concert Band as they present a great selection of music – from classical masterpieces to melodies that tug at the heartstrings. There will be something for…
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ComedianChris McCausland: Yonks! [September 2025]
17 September 2025
Chris McCausland: Yonks! A brand-new show for 2025! You might have seen him on Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The…
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ComedianBabatunde Aléshé. High Expectations
25 September 2025
Babatunde Aléshé, one of the most exciting break out names in British Comedy, is back on tour! Following the huge success of his 23/24 total sell out debut headline run…
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Derby Theatre ProductionThe Great Gatsby [2025]
3 October-25 October 2025
A sparkling new adaptation which brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic characters and vivid imagery to life set against the backdrop of the glitzy and glamourous Jazz Age. Set in the…
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Derby Theatre Production
Oliver Twist
28 November-3 January 2025
A Derby Theatre Production OLIVER TWIST Adapted by Deborah McAndrew. Directed by Sarah Brigham. Experience Charles Dickens' iconic Oliver Twist in a magical adaptation by Deborah McAndrew during Christmas 2025…
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Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in 'A Christmas Carol' [2025]
9 December 2025
‘Pure genius and pure tribute to the golden age of vaudeville.’ Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard Arthur delivers the Charles Dickens story and follows this with his own adaptation of the…
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ComedianChris McCausland: Yonks! [2026]
3 March 2026
Chris McCausland: Yonks! A brand-new show for 2025! (+2026) You might have seen him on Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You,…
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TEST EVENT - Cog
24 May 2026
This is just a test event for checking the functionality of the booking pathway.
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Theatre Details
Derby Theatre
Derby Theatre is situated in the Derbion shopping centre, with our main entrance opposite the Eagle Market. The Theatre is well connected for travel by car, bus or train.
Address: Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter’s Quarter, Derby, DE1 2NF
Box Office: 01332 59 39 39
Text Number: 07717 346 964
Email Enquiries: [email protected]