Get ready to shell-abrate Christmas 2025 in the Derby Theatre Studio with yet another toe-tapping, laugh-out-loud re-telling of a children’s classic, Tortoise and the Hare.
Hare goes fast. Double fast! Triple Fast! Fast as fast can be!
Tortoise likes to plod through sloooooowly…… take his time…… consider……..……….con-tem-plate. Think it through. Who will win the crown?
Full of puppetry, hare-larious highjinks, fantastic storytelling and original live music that’ll have you hopping in your seats.
From the creators of the 2024 sell-out production of Chicken Licken, this festive tale will be a race to remember, perfect for ages 3+ and their families packed with charm, laughter and heart…to the finish from the start!
All performances include integrated BSL, creative captions and integrated audio description.
Hop to it—tickets on sale now!
Note:
For the best experience, captions are best viewed from Row B and beyond.
Touch Tours are available on every performance. See below for more information on accessible performances.
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At Derby Theatre, we are committed to ensuring our performances are accessible to everyone.
Accessibility Features for All Performances
- Integrated BSL: All performances include British Sign Language interpretation integrated into the production.
- Creative Captions: Enhance your experience with captions designed to complement the performance.
- Integrated Audio Description: Live audio descriptions are included, providing detailed commentary for visually impaired audiences.
Touch Tours for Blind and Visually Impaired Audiences
To further enhance your experience, we offer Touch Tours—a chance to explore the stage, props, and costumes 30 minutes before the show.
- Cost: Included in your ticket price.
- How to Book: Call our Box Office on 01332 593939 to reserve your place. Spaces are limited, and bookings are available up until 24 hours before the performance you are attending.
Important: Booking a Touch Tour does not reserve your seat for the show. Be sure to book your performance ticket separately.
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Cast
Laura Goulden
Tortoise
Amy Helena
Hare
EJ Raymond
Tortoise
Adam Robertson
Hare
Ivan Stott
Mr Aesop
Emily Howlett
Understudy
Creatives
Sarah Brigham
Director & Writer
John Barber
Puppet Director & Designer
Rachana Jadhav
Set Designer
Tim Heywood
Costume Designer
Jessica Brigham
Lighting Designer
Ivan Stott
Composer & Sound Designer
Ben Glover
Creative Captions
Ben Wilson
Creative Audio Description Consultant
Donna Mullings
BSL Consultant
Stacey Green
Movement Director
Stephen Crofts
Assistant Lighting Designer
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View Dates and Book
Tue 16th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Tue 16th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Thu 18th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Thu 18th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Fri 19th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Fri 19th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sat 20th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sat 20th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sun 21st December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sun 21st December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Tue 23rd December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Tue 23rd December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Wed 24th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Wed 24th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Fri 26th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sat 27th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sat 27th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sun 28th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sun 28th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Mon 29th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Mon 29th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Tue 30th December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Tue 30th December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Wed 31st December, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Wed 31st December, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Fri 2nd January, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Fri 2nd January, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sat 3rd January, 10.30am
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends
Sat 3rd January, 1.30pm
BSL Integrated Performance
Captioned Performance
Price: £15.50
£2 off for Friends