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Charlie and Stan

Tue 28 Feb – Sat 4 Mar, 2023

Following a sell-out run in 2021, Told by an Idiot are taking their ★★★★★ production, Charlie and Stan, back on the road for 2023 and it's coming to Derby for…

The Time Machine

Tue 7 – Sat 11 Mar, 2023

A hilarious retelling of the epic and world-famous novel by HG Wells.

Robin Hood

Sat 25 Mar – Sat 8 Apr, 2023

Our big main house family show for the Easter period will be a brand-new adaptation of the classic and much-loved Sherwood Forest tale, Robin Hood and The Major Oak

Derby CAN Steering Groups

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Future Creatives

Hands-on opportunities for ages 11-25 to be involved in different backstage roles in the production process of real, professional events.

The Big House Project Workshops

Through the Big House project, Derby Theatre and In Good Company offer a range of business support services for the creative and…

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Run, Rebel by Manjeet Mann brought to thrilling theatrical life as part of an inspiring collection of work for ages 11+

Pilot Theatre, in co-production with Derby Theatre, Mercury Theatre Colchester, Belgrade Theatre and York Theatre Royal will soon embark on a national tour to all partner venues with an exciting…

Cast and creative team announced for Derby Theatre’s big Easter production

Derby Theatre is excited to announce the cast, company and creative team for their production of Robin Hood and The Major Oak this spring.

Plus One led by Derby Theatre wins Digital Project of the Year with Odyssey at The Stage Awards 2023

Derby Theatre is absolutely thrilled to have won Digital Project of the Year at The Stage Awards 2023 with Odyssey as part of Plus One.

Independent Producer Residencies Programme – APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

Thank you for your interest in the Independent Producer Residencies Programme with Derby Theatre and In Good Company, generously supported by the Jerwood Developing Artists Fund.

In Good Company announce second recipient of their 2022 – 2023 Mid-Career Commission

Following a call-out to artists in December 2022, In Good Company are thrilled to announce the second recipient of their 2022 – 2023 Mid-Career Commission. Naomi Westerman, a British writer…

Return of smash-hit Derby Theatre production for autumn 2023 and exciting new play for 2024

Derby Theatre is delighted to announce the return of their smash-hit, sell-out production from 2015, Brassed Off, returning to the main stage for autumn 2023, plus a new, fantastic, feel-good…

In Good Company announce the first recipient of their 2022/23 Mid-Career Commission

Following a call-out to artists in December 2022, In Good Company are thrilled to announce the first recipient of their 2022 – 2023 Mid-Career Commission. Hot Coals Productions, an award-winning…

Derby Theatre 2022 highlights

2022 has been yet another incredible year for Derby Theatre, with numerous highlights, achievements, recognition and successes relating to all strands of the Theatre’s work – including our professional produced…

Derby Theatre nominated in two categories as part of The Stage Awards 2023

The Stage today has announced the shortlists for The Stage Awards 2023, in association with Tysers Insurance Brokers

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