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24 Jul 2023

Derby Theatre and Debry CAN Community Auditions

Derby Theatre to hold auditions for members of the community to appear in autumn production.
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21 Jul 2023

Derby Theatre announces autumn 2023 season…and into 2024

Derby Theatre is thrilled to officially announce its autumn 2023 season.
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29 Jun 2023

Iain Hayes appointed new Executive Director at Derby Theatre

Derby Theatre is delighted to announce that Iain Hayes will join the organisation, as part of the leadership team, in the role of Executive Director.
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26 Jun 2023

Cast Announced for Mr Burns, A Post-Electric Play at Derby Theatre

The not-too-distant future. Society has collapsed. A group of survivors have gathered around a fire, and are attempting to piece together an episode of The Simpsons from memory.
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15 Jun 2023

Departure Lounge Festival 2023

Calling all artists and audiences... Come and join us for Departure Lounge this summer
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7 Jun 2023

Award nominees announced for The Eagle Awards 2023

On Sunday 16 July at 7pm, we are thrilled to be hosting The Eagle Awards. Now in its 27th year, and following a long, 3-year break, the awards will make…
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6 Jun 2023

Derby Theatre and In Good Company announce recipients of Independent Producer Residencies supported by the Jerwood Developing Artists Fund

Derby Theatre and In Good Company are thrilled to announce the recipients of their Independent Producer Residencies, supported by the Jerwood Developing Artists Fund.
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12 May 2023

Audition call-out for local young people to play the role of Shane

Following a smash-hit, sell-out run in 2015, Derby Theatre’s production of the immensely popular Brassed Off will return to the main stage for autumn 2023, on from Friday 29 September…
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21 Mar 2023

2-for-1 tickets with National Lottery Open Week 2023

We’re pleased to be taking part in National Lottery Open Week, which celebrates the contribution of National Lottery players in supporting good causes over the past 28 years.
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10 Mar 2023

SWIM

Hello! I've kicked off the tour again with 2 sold out shows this week in Lancaster and Derby.
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15 Feb 2023

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…
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3 Feb 2023

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.
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