Derby Theatre is in the Derbion shopping centre - Derbion

Theatre

We recommend allowing a little extra time to arrive and settle in before the performance begins, especially during busier times – relax and enjoy every moment!

Productions

  • 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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  • Student

    Beyond Labels: Stories of Love and Identity by Gabe Sorrell [Theatre Arts Festival 2025]

    26 March 2025

    Step into the heart of Derby through the raw, unfiltered stories of its LGBTQIA community. This headphone verbatim piece immerses you in personal narratives, capturing the joys, struggles, and triumphs…

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  • Student

    The Brûva Crisis by Jodie Hobbs [Theatre Arts Festival 2025]

    26 March 2025

    Brûva is under attack. Following the death and rebirth of an empire, the legions of Korristol began marching on Brûva in an effort to wipe the slate and claim the…

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  • Student

    The One Man Show Must Go On & When The Darkness Whispers ~ DoubleBill [Theatre Arts Festival 2025]

    27 March 2025

    The One Man Show Must Go On Student: Neirin Knowles What was meant to be an immaculate rendition of one of Sherlock Holmes’ classic murder mysteries gets shut down when…

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  • Student

    Her Time to Play By Emma Penney & My Name Is Rachel Corrie DoubleBill [Theatre Arts Festival 2025]

    28 March 2025

    HER TIME TO PLAY By Emma Penney This, is history shifting. This, is for every girl who never gave up. Her Time to Play is a powerful play that delves…

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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 [2025]

    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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  • Comedian

    Chris 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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  • Creative Learning

    Creative Meet Up

    4 April 2025

    Are you an artist or creative facilitator looking for opportunities to collaborate, deliver workshops, and connect with a vibrant performing arts community? Join us at Derby Theatre for an informal…

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  • Musical

    A 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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  • Populist

    Spitfire 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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  • Creative Learning

    Easter School Juniors (Academic Years 3-6) Monday 14th - Thursday 17th April 2025

    14 April 2025

    Develop your skills, meet new friends and have some fun in Derby Theatre's fantastic Easter School! Participants will grow their abilities as actors and creatives, working together as a team…

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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 5s

    The 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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  • Creative Learning

    No Regrets [NT Connections 2025]

    2 May 2025

    Over the course of five years, playwright Gary McNair spoke to people at all stages and in all walks of life on the subject of regret. This play marks the…

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  • Creative Learning

    DoubleBill: Saba's Swim & No Regrets [NT Connections 2025]

    3 May 2025

    SABA's SWIM (performed by Sidney Stringer Actors) Seven months ago, Saba walked out of her GCSE mocks and didn’t come back. Her friends don’t understand why. Now, on prom night,…

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  • Creative Learning

    DoubleBill: Ravers & You 2.0 [NT Connections 2025]

    4 May 2025

    RAVERS (performed by Inspire Performing Arts) A rag tag group of self-described ‘neeks’ (nerds and geeks) gather at midnight in a local park, to hold a ‘dry rave’. (no intoxicants).…

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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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  • Student

    Joseph K presented by UoD BA (Hons) Theatre Arts 2nd Year Students [2025]

    16 May-17 May 2025

    Experience the weirdly changing world of Josef K. It all starts with two uninvited visitors and some half-eaten sushi as Josef is plunged into a surreal journey through a murkily…

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  • Populist

    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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  • Populist

    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 Production

    Kiss 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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  • Musical

    Way Too Cool

    24 June 2025

    Way too Cool written and composed by Craig Christie directed by Ava Hunt Marley and Henry have been friends since they met in year three a long time ago now.…

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  • Populist

    An 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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  • Populist

    EMCCAN East Midlands Caribbean Carnival Arts Network presents Regional Costume Competition 2025

    28 June 2025

    Join us for this milestone 50th-anniversary celebration and experience the infectious energy, artistry, and joy of Carnival. Step into a world of vibrant culture, creativity, and celebration on Saturday 28th…

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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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  • Creative Learning

    Culture Cares Conference 2025

    2 July 2025

    MH 2025 How arts and culture are making a positive impact and creating pathways in the lives of care-experienced young people. We invite artists, policy makers, care sector workers, arts…

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  • Musical

    Des Coleman & the All-Star Big Band The Sunshine & Showers Tour

    4 July 2025

    Join Des for an unforgettable night of music laughter and stories as he takes you on a journey through his extraordinary career. After entertaining us for nearly 30 years on…

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  • Comedian

    Chris 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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  • Comedian

    Babatunde 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 Production

    The 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-27 December 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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  • Comedian

    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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  • Comedian

    The Comedy Store [February 2026]

    1 February 2026

    We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today. With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the…

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  • Comedian

    Geoff Norcott: BASIC BLOKE 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire [2026]

    18 February 2026

    New national tour 2025-2026 for star of Have I Got News For You, Is University Really Worth It?, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo,…

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  • Comedian

    Chris 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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  • Populist

    MIDSOMER MURDERS: THE KILLINGS AT BADGER’S DRIFT [2026]

    24 March-28 March 2026

    Murder comes to the countryside in the theatrical world premiere of the critically acclaimed television favourite Midsomer Murders. When well-loved spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village…

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  • Comedian

    The Comedy Store [April 2026]

    26 April 2026

    We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today. With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the…

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  • EXCLUDE

    TEST EVENT - Cog

    24 May 2026

    This is just a test event for checking the functionality of the booking pathway.

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  • Comedian

    The Comedy Store [October 2026]

    11 October 2026

    We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today. With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the…

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  • Comedian

    The Comedy Store [December 2026]

    13 December 2026

    We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today. With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the…

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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]