The café is hosted by Derby Theatre, with the support of Universal Services for Carers, and provides a friendly and relaxed environment for people to share experiences.
There is an activity each month, alongside the café, for those who want to participate. Dates and details below.
Hot drinks and sweet treats are provided. New members are always welcomed with open arms.
For more information and to request a place, please email Senior Producer, Stuart Allen at: s.allen@derby.ac.uk
Dates (2024):
All cafés are held on a Friday, 2-4pm. – Upcoming dates:
23 February, 2024
Sing-along: Inspired by Our Dementia Choir’s performance at Derby Theatre, we will have some fun with vocal exercises and singing some familiar tunes. Facilitated by a musician. No experience needed.
22 March, 2024
World Theatre Day: Ahead of World Theatre Day on 27 March, we will be celebrating all that we love about the theatre. From our favourite plays and actors, to our dream characters to play!
26 April, 2024
Meet the Director: Ever wondered what it would be like to direct a show or to run a theatre? Derby Theatre’s Artistic Director & Chief Executive, Sarah Brigham, will tell us all about her fascinating job. Come ready with your best questions!
31 May, 2024
Hatter’s Tea Party: Alice in Wonderland is coming to Derby Theatre and what better way to celebrate than our very own tea party. Don’t be late – it’s a very important date!
28 June, 2024
Behind the Scenes: We will be joining Derby Theatre’s technical team for a special backstage tour of the set of Alice in Wonderland.
26 July, 2024
Summer ‘Open Mic’ Party: Summer is here at last and it’s time to celebrate! Join us for our indoor picnic and bring along your favourite dish, if you fancy. Plus, why not share a poem, a song or even a joke or two? The stage is yours!
30 August, 2024
To be confirmed.
27 September, 2024
To be confirmed.
25 October, 2024
Meet the Actor: Ever wondered what it would be like to tread the boards, or how actors deal with nerves, or remember all of their lines? This is your opportunity to ask those questions, and more!
29 November, 2024
Behind the Scenes: We will be joining Derby Theatre’s technical team for a special backstage tour of the set of this year’s Christmas show: A Christmas Carol
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A Caring Welcome
I’ve not been coming long but I thought I’d write a verse,
before I met the others I felt that I’d been cursed.
But my sisters and my brothers
have freed me, showing love.
Kind listening, attentive tolerance,
just like God above.
Humour, friendship, sharing experiences,
listening, advising, helping with grievances.
All the world’s a stage and we can all go behind the scenes.
Sometimes in the silence I want to stamp and scream.
The feelings of sharing and friendship,
acceptance in the group,
no cliques or judgements made.
We share our life’s experiences,
that we face from day to day.
It’s fixed on the calendar and not to be missed!
A cup of tea and biscuits,
with interesting activities.
We leave feeling refreshed and supported,
our faith and trust restored.
Come along!