Theatre

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Productions

  • Derby Theatre Production

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    1 October-25 May 2022

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  • Derby Theatre Production

    A 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 Production

    Chicken 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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  • Comedian

    The Comedy Store [2024]

    15 December 2024

    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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  • 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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  • Musical

    Blood 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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  • Populist

    10 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 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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  • 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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  • Populist

    Good 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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  • Musical

    Black 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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  • Populist

    Buffy, 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 5s

    Pirates 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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  • Amateur

    A 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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  • Musical

    Crooners

    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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  • Traditional

    Kim’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

    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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Student

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

    9 May-10 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

    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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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-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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  • 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

    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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    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]