Working in a supportive group led by theatre practitioners you will learn about the process of theatre making including back stage areas like technical theatre, leadership, events management and writing for theatre.
All Youth Theatre groups work towards an annual show that is produced for the stage at Derby Theatre.
Youth Theatre groups
Years 4-6
Tuesdays, 5pm – 6:30pm or Saturdays, 9:30am – 11am
Years 7-9
Thursdays, 5pm – 6:30pm or Sundays, 10am – 11:30am & 12pm – 1:30pm
Years 10-13
Fridays, 6pm – 8pm or Sundays, 2pm – 4pm
Connections Company (Ages 13-19)
Saturdays, 11:30am – 1:30pm
Deaf Youth Theatre (Ages 10-16)
Wednesday, 5pm – 6:30pm
Waiting List Applications
Please be aware that the Youth Theatre is very popular and we have a waiting list in place for all the groups.
To register your interest and join the waiting list, please download and complete the application form and email it to h.kingscott@derby.ac.uk us using the button below.
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Young Ambassadors Documentary, 2023. – © Sam Jordan Films
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Our Youth Theatre is not possible without the incredible support of our funders.
Meet the Team
Young Artists and Participation Producer
Theatre Makers Leader (17-25)
Youth Theatre Leader (Years 10-13)
Youth Theatre Leader (Years 7-9 & 10-13)
Youth Theatre Leader (Years 4-6)
Youth Theatre Leader
FAQs
How to Join?
To register your interest and join the waiting list, please download and complete the application form and email it to h.kingscott@derby.ac.uk
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Support Youth Theatre Bursaries: Derby Theatre 50
Derby Theatre Youth Theatre works with over 200 young people aged 8–25, nurturing skills, confidence, and creativity through performance opportunities. A £360 bursary covers a whole year for a young person facing barriers — your support can make that happen.
/"It’s a great chance to build new friendships, talk to people... as a youth theatre group, to have a group of friends like that and obviously partners that you work with is amazing, I’m very fortunate to be in that position."Lara Youth Theatre Alum
/"When I’m at Derby Theatre, it’s a really comfortable place to be... the leaders give us guidance, but it’s driven by everyone involved"Leo Youth Theatre Alum
Summer Hours Update
Our opening hours will vary over the summer. Please check Google or our social media channels for the most up-to-date information.