Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters bound together by a shared faith and the ambition to live the great American dream. Landing a job on a Californian ranch during the Great Depression, their hopes of earning money to eventually buy a place of their own are raised, and then wholly shattered in a heart-breaking conclusion.
Of Mice and Men remains as powerful and relevant today as it did when originally written in 1937. Based on Steinbeck’s classic novella, and with themes of friendship, migration and prejudice, this play continues to move and resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Don’t miss this evocative, compelling story laced with tragedy…a must-see production for anyone who has ever tried to pursue a long-held dream.
Age Guidance: 13+
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*Please note – the role of Lennie will be played by Wiliam Young and at certain performances by Luke Richards. Wiliam will perform the role on all dates except on (Sat 8, Thu 13, Sat 15, Thu 20, Sat 22, Thu 27 Feb & Sat 1 Mar) – when these will be performed by Luke Richards.
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Creative Audio Description
All performances from Thursday 13 February will feature Creative Audio Description, performed in character by the cast of the show.
What is a Creative Audio Described performance?
The Creative Audio Description for Of Mice and Men will be seamlessly woven into the production, enhancing the performance rather than serving as an add-on. The creative audio will provide descriptions of the set, characters, key visuals and onstage action, plus commentary of some of the activity on stage, performed in character by some of the cast members – all integrated naturally within the dialogue. Creative Audio Described performances enrich the experience for all audience members, including those who are blind or visually impaired. The creative audio description has been created with Hear the Picture and Jo Mousley in collaboration with the company.
How do I access the Creative Audio Description?
There are two ways to access the creative audio description. For this show, we are presenting a new audio-accessibility solution from Sennheiser. To use this system, before your visit please download the Sennheiser MobileConnect App onto the device you are bringing with you.
You can find this by searching Sennheiser MobileConnect in the Apple or Google Play app store. Or by using the links below:
On the night, remember your device and your own headphones or earbuds. Connect to the special OMAM Audio Description Wifi, start the app and enjoy the show!
There are detailed instructions available by clicking the button below – please arrive in plenty of time for us to help support you and also so that you can hear the pre-show information.
If you prefer, our usual audio description system will also be broadcasting the creative audio description so you can also take part using the theatre equipment that you are used to.
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BEST AND GREAT DEALS
Best Deal
50 tickets available for every performance throughout the run (excluding Mon 10 Feb)
at ONLY £15 per person
**If you request to exchange your tickets to a different performance, the same priced tickets will be offered (if available) – however, these are subject to availability. — If not, then additional costs (for higher priced tickets) may apply.**
Great Deal
Friday 7 – Monday 10 February
OTHER PREVIEW PERFORMANCES
We invite you to join us for the production
early on in its run at ONLY £25 per person
/"Two hours of potential life-changing drama that is well worth the ticket price. Git bookin’ y’all."East Midlands Theatre
/"An impressively faithful production"The Stage
/"Incredibly moving - this is definitely one to go and see!"Theatre & Tonic
/"Derby Theatre's production hits emotional highs"Derby World
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Cast
Crooks
Curley's Wife
The Boss
Carlson
George
Whit
Slim
Curley
Lennie
Candy
Lennie
Creatives
John Steinbeck
Sarah Brigham
Jess Curtis
Simeon Miller
Ivan Stott
Esme Sears
Haruka Kuroda
John Barber
Edalia Day
Ibraheem Toure
Anita Gilbert
Liv Barr
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T&Cs
Get 25% off for 3 or more shows if all are booked in one transaction.
Shows included in the offer include: Of Mice and Men, Kiss Me Quickstep, The Great Gatsby, Kim’s Convenience, Boys from the Blackstuff, Do I Love You? and Spitfire Girls.
Eligible dates include:
- Any preview performance for Of Mice and Men, Kiss Me Quickstep and/or The Great Gatsby.
- The first two evening performances for Kim’s Convenience, Do I Love You? and/or Spitfire Girls.
- The first evening performance for Boys from the Blackstuff.
NOTE:
**Valid on bands A & B ONLY.
**Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
**Not available on tickets already purchased.
Join Us for an Exclusive Post-Show Q&A!
After the curtain falls on our performance of Of Mice and Men on Wed 19 Feb, 2025, the conversation continues. We invite you to stay for a special post-show Q&A session with the cast and creative team.
This is your chance to delve deeper into the timeless themes of friendship, dreams, and resilience explored in Steinbeck’s masterpiece. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, learn about the artistic choices that brought this iconic tale to life, and share your thoughts and questions.
Whether you’re curious about the set design, character development, or the enduring relevance of Of Mice and Men, this interactive session promises to enrich your theatre experience.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Get Involved for Schools
Explore our exciting workshops and educational opportunities for schools, designed to bring Of Mice and Men to life in the classroom!
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