The UK's leading professional producing and learning theatre. Great shows made in Derby, with a focus on our community, developing talent and learning.
Step into a riotous Wonderland with Alice THIS summer at
#DerbyTheatre
! 🐇 Watch our brand-new teaser trailer for a glimpse into this thrilling theatrical adventure. 🍰
Join us for Nicola Werenowska's adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale,
#AliceinWonderland
, fully BSL
STARTING MONDAY:
#SummerClubCreative
Free creative & physical activities for young people in years 4-9.
Available for families on lower incomes or in receipt of free school meals.
For more info please email
@SamRushton123
on S.Rushton2
@derby
.ac.uk
Supported by
@MarcusRashford
NEWS: Derby Theatre is thrilled to be one of the two venues selected to receive the three year
@ace_national
@TNLUK
funding to become a
#ProducingHub
.
We will create new work with audiences and communities at its heart, working closely with partners from the city and beyond.
We have some news... Derby Theatre will officially be re-opening for Christmas! 🎭🎉
We regret to announce that
#Aladdin
will be postponed until Xmas 2021 but we're thrilled to confirm that we'll present a socially distanced Xmas show in its place...
#TheLittleMermaid
#CurtainUp
Andy Nairn 1986-2020
Tonight we are lighting our theatre in red in loving memory of our friend and colleague Andy Nairn who passed away this morning. Andy will be missed by everyone who knew him and our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
#DerbyTheatre
is thrilled to share that we've been awarded a £10 million grant from
@luhc
! This funding will pave the way for a major project to enhance our beloved venue, including a new Studio theatre & improved learning spaces.
Full announcement here:
We're thrilled that our Artistic Director & CEO,
@SarahBrigham
has once again been acknowledged in
#TheStage100
list, in recognition of her leadership, our impact on the community, produced work, BSL integrated shows,
#DerbyCAN
&
#Reimagine
.
Read more:
We are absolutely thrilled to have been awarded with a 'highly commended' award in the Regional Theatre of the Year category as part of
#TheStageAwards
@TheStage
.."Derby's not just a theatre...it's a marvel". A huge, heartfelt thank you to all for your ongoing support!
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We are thrilled to announce that we will remain as part of Art Council England’s National Portfolio and receive vital funding over the next three years to support all strands of our work. 🙏
Read the full article here:
#LetsCreate
Congratulations to our brilliant Artistic Director & CEO
@SarahBrigham
for making
#TheStage100
for the third consecutive year, moving up 9 places to 61.
Fantastic news to start off 2020!
@TheStage
Find out who is included in
#TheStage100
2020 (61-70), including Derby Theatre’s Sarah Brigham, architect Steve Tompkins, Equity’s Maureen Beattie, English National Opera’s Stuart Murphy, Graeae’s Jenny Sealey and more.
Read more:
Derby Theatre is incredibly shocked and saddened about the tragic loss of actor, Marcel White, who was due to appear in our production of 4 Walls this month.
Our love and thoughts are with his family, friends, fellow company members and all who knew him.
Derby Theatre would like to congratulate
@shaunmc1986
for his min-show stand in for the role of Micky in
#BloodBrothers
this afternoon due to cast illness.
We’d also like to thank audiences for being understanding, the show must go on!
Today, we are proud to launch 'The Andy Nairn Bursaries in Technical Theatre' with
@CurveLeicester
&
@NottmPlayhouse
, in memory of our dear colleague & friend.
By supporting this appeal you will be giving someone a helping hand to break into the industry across all three venues.
CASTING CALL: This autumn,
@DerbyTheatre
&
@HullTruck
are co-producing
#LordOfTheFlies
, directed by
@SarahBrigham
.
We are looking for a culturally diverse, mixed gendered, Disabled, non-disabled, Deaf and hearing cast for the play by William Golding, adapted by Nigel Williams.
ANNOUNCEMENT -
@DerbyTheatre
and
@HullTruck
are thrilled to announce that this autumn they will co-produce William Golding’s
#LordoftheFlies
.
This contemporary retelling examines the terrifying path to humanity's self-destruction.
Tickets now on sale from ONLY £10⬇️
🚨 CASTING NEWS! 🚨
#DerbyTheatre
is thrilled to announce the cast and creative team for our big Easter production of
#RobinHood
and The Major Oak! 🍎 🏹
Read the full cast and creative team announcement below:
NEWS:
@IngoodcoEM
Producer to become Executive Director for
@WartsandAllCo
We're thrilled for our In Good Company Producer
@ando3_
who is joining the fantastic Warts and All Theatre in May 2021 and we wish him the best of luck in his new role!
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We are absolutely thrilled to have been shortlisted for the Regional Theatre of the Year Award as part of
@TheStage
#TheStageAwards
2020.
A huge thank you to everyone who nominated us and congratulations to fellow nominees
@lyceumtheatre
and
@crucibletheatre
.
OPEN CALL📣 Apply now for the
#DerbyCAN
Co-Creation
#ArtistTraining
Programme.
Includes £225 bursary. 💸 The 12 successful participants will have the opportunity to pitch for a £10,000 Commission!
Deadline for applications✍️ Fri 3 July, 12pm. Read how to apply👇
📢WE'RE HIRING📢
We're looking for a Freelance Theatre Designer who will design five upcoming youth theatre productions in 2020. This is an opportunity for a recent graduate or an emerging free-lance Theatre Designer currently based in the Midlands.
See more and apply below
📣It's time to celebrate the easing out of lockdown in Derby!🎉
Derby Theatre &
#DerbyCAN
partners are thrilled to announce
#DerbyRises
🙌
A radical combination of newly commissioned artistic pieces, community-based workshops AND an evening of entertainment. Read more👇
All together now! One last time...
"Tomorrow looks good from here!" 👏🎶
Thank you to all our amazing audiences who came to see
#OneManTwoGuvnors
- we hope you enjoyed it as much as we enjoyed making it! 😀
#finalshow
Following today’s announcement that Derby will enter
#Tier3
restrictions, we are digesting the impact, and will have a full update for you shortly.
Thank you for your support and patience during this time.
We are thrilled to announced that
@DerbyTheatre
and
@DerbyUni
has been shortlisted for a
@guardian
University Award 2020 in the category of Social and Community Impact!
This is in recognition of our work through
#ThisIsDerby
.
Find out more:
More fantastic news to kick off 2021!
Congrats to our Artistic Director & CEO
@SarahBrigham
for being recognised as part of
#TheStage100
- 'serving local communities and the nation' list.
A big thanks to you and all our team, who worked so hard to make this vital work happen.
Recognised for serving their local communities in
#TheStage100
includes Arts workers in the NHS, ENO’s Sarah Bowern, Derby Theatre’s Sarah Brigham, Green Shoes Arts' Nikki Watson and the teams at Slung Low, Theatr Clwyd, Kiln Theatre and more.
📢NEWS📢: We're thrilled to announce that Nur Khairiyah (
@nkhai1987
) will soon join team
@IngoodcoEM
as interim freelance Creative Producer.
Khai said: “I’m so excited and I'm looking forward to working with a company that emphasises learning, nurturing and nourishing creatives"
Following a recent call-out, we are pleased to announce the first recipient of our digital commissions for the autumn. Emily Holyoake
@princecolin
is creating Snake Oil, an audio play with integrated audio description, exploring the radicalising effects of the wellness industry.
Announcing Christmas 2021:
#TreasureIsland
- the ship sails again!🏝️☠🦜
After being cancelled in 2020 due to COVID, we're delighted to bring our pirate-filled production back to
@DerbyTheatre
.
All shows have fully integrated
#BSL
and
#Captioning
.
🎟️On sale 12pm on Fri 29 Jan
CASTING NEWS: we're thrilled to announce the stellar cast for our co-production of Richard Bean’s hilarious farce,
#OneManTwoGuvnors
, this autumn.
Starring
@davidoreilly25
as Francis and David Cardy as Charlie.
Read more:
@QueensTheatreH
#OpenAuditions
: Call Out for Midlands Based Professional Performers:
We're looking to get to know locally based
#actors
for future projects. Please share!
#casting
#callout
#auditions
Closing Date: Mon 3 Sep
Audition Date: Sat 15 Sep at Derby Theatre
We are proud to have signed up to the
#TransCasting
Statement.
We will always cast trans people in trans roles & will never endorse a production that casts a cis person in a trans role.
Join us in making a small commitment to a big change. Read more:
All the team here at
@DerbyTheatre
and
@PlusOneDerby
would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who kindly donated during the run of our two 2019 Christmas shows.
The RECORD-BREAKING total is in! Watch below to find out how much we raised for
#PlusOne
!
NEWS📢: We are thrilled to announce that in 2021 we'll be working with
@NathanPowell141
and
@saraarain
on a new adaptation of Alex Wheatle's (
@brixtonbard
)
#HomeGirl
!🎉
Co-created with our Plus One scheme, young people and Reimagine partners, more details will be released soon.
A huge welcome to students on their first day studying for an MA in Applied Theatre and Education, a NEW course for 2020.
We hope you have a fantastic year of learning and look forward to seeing what exciting work you produce!
#LearningTheatre
@DerbyUni
#AppliedTheatre
A BSL Interpreted message from our Chief Exec & Artistic Director,
@SarahBrigham
regarding the cancellation of
#TreasureIsland
.
For more information visit:
As Sarah says "we hope the pirate ship can sail into Derby soon."
#covid19UK
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Derby Theatre is hiring a dynamic Creative Producer for our nationally significant project funded by Arts Council England.
Read more and apply below.
Ahoy me hearties! Our NEW trailer for
#TreasureIsland
is here!
Batten down the hatches and book now for the truly wonderful Treasure Island, a pirate-filled production perfect for the whole family.
All performances will have fully integrated
#BSL
and
#Captioning
.
The news we've all been waiting for... CONFIRMED: Theatres able to re-open in May.🙌
DT can't wait to welcome audiences back for live in-person performances from 27 May.⭐️
Read everything you need to know about Derby Theatre's re-opening here:
⚽️“Wonderful. The personal stories, the history and what it means to people was just awesome. Loved it.” 🐏
#DTExtraTime
is now showing until 17 Oct only. Find out how audiences are reacting...
“Something for everybody, whatever generation of
@dcfcofficial
fan you are”
@JMThras
📣Call Outs for
#Writers
✍️ DT is delighted to be offering 3 new
#TheatreCommissions
!
1) Digital work with
#IntegratedBSL
2) Digital audio work
3) New adaptation of
#RobinHood
for families, with Integrated
#BSL
The deadline to apply for any opportunity is midday on 15 May. 1/3
Thank you to
@derbyshire_live
for naming our awesome Artistic Director
@SarahBrigham
one of Derbyshire's most inspirational people! What would we do without her?!
Read the article here:
🚨 CALL OUT -
#STORM23
🚨
Caroline Parker &
#DerbyTheatre
are looking for 8 Deaf professional artists who identify as mid-career to take part in
#Storm23
!
A 2-day paid residency from 28 - 29 January 2023.
How to Apply! -
DEADLINE - 6 Jan 2023 at 5pm!📆
Today we gave a massive
@DerbyTheatre
welcome to the cast of
#DTTheWindintheWillows
as they start the first day of rehearsals🐸🦡
After looking at the set design by
#NettieScriven
and a read-through including hearing songs by
#IvanStott
, the cast are now off to begin rehearsals.
WE'RE HIRING:
@DerbyTheatre
is looks for a new
@IngoodcoEM
#CreativeProducer
.
We’re looking for an individual to take over the roll-out of a support programme for theatre-makers across the region.
Closing Date: Fri 13 Aug
Salary: £30,000
Find out more:
We have actors at the theatre! Woohoo! We’ve been helping
@HiccupTheatre
record their new album and accompanying BSL videos. All will be available soon!
A HUGE thank you to
@TillyMaeMill
&
@TheKatPearson
.
Since the opening of
#TheEmperorNewClothes
, they both stepped in with 24 hours’ notice, with no hesitation, to ensure the show could open to our wonderful audiences last weekend.
A massive thank you! 👏 🙏
The wait is almost over! The opening performance of
#TreasureIsland
is TONIGHT 🙌😄🏴☠️
In this new video, cast members
@RaffieJulien
,
@NadeemRules1
and
@alex_nowak
introduce the story and key information about the show in British Sign Language.
Who's seeing the show today?
📣Derby Theatre is looking for a host of new
#AssociateArtists
who make bold, engaging & brilliant work.👋
We want artists or companies to join the DT family, with whom we can develop meaningful relationships with.
Applications now open until Fri 3 Sep 👉
How time flies! After 54 trips to
#Neverland
, it's time for the final two performances of
#PeterPan
😢 Thank you to the brilliant company - we hope you have a great last show! One last time... "We're never ever ever growing up!"
📣Calling all
@DerbyUni
graduates of 2020 & 21!📣
@DerbyTheatre
understands that graduating into the theatre industry a pandemic is hard.
So we've created TWO new paid opportunities for our next professional production.🎉
Find out more about these fantastic opportunities⬇️1/3
#DerbyTheatre
is deeply saddened at the loss of freelance Videographer, Richard Swainson.
Rich was a crucial artist in the region, working with numerous companies, theatres and festivals across the region.
Read the full statement here:
Just one day to go until
#TreasureIsland
opens! 🏴☠️🤩
Ahead of your festive visit, meet the characters in this new video as the actors introduce themselves with their BSL
#SignNames
. 👐
There's also some new signs we'll be using in the show to look out for.
#BSLIntegrated
Announcement! 📢
Following
@RTYDS
's announcement, we are delighted that Omar Khan (
@thebreadbinman
) has joined Derby Theatre as our new
#RTYDS
recipient.
It’s great to have you on-board Omar!
Read more –
CASTING NEWS: we are thrilled to announce the cast of our
#Easter
production of
#TheJungleBook
...
Featuring ten professional actors (including musicians and hearing, Deaf and interpreting actors) plus a company of local community performers. Read more:
Congratulations to Emily Howlett!
@EHowlett
will be working with us on our Integrated BSL and Captioned production of The Jungle Book as part of a 3 month placement with
@RTYDS
📢WE'RE HIRING📢
We're after a Young Artists and Participation Producer to join our team.
Closing Date: Mon 2 Dec
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000, depending on experience
We are seeking a motivated and creative practitioner and director who has experience of empowering young people.
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During December & January (on selected days);
#DerbyTheatre
will open up its upper foyer to offer a
#WarmBank
, to welcome in anyone who'd like to join us that may be in need of a warm space to relax & rest a while.
FREE hot drinks will also be on offer at these times. ☕
Due to a case of Covid within the company, we are really pleased that Kate Spencer
@KSpence17
has stepped in to join the company of Home Girl.
We wish Kate, and all the company, a fantastic opening night and run.
📣CALL OUT: applications now open for
@IngoodcoEM
's
#MidCareer
Commission
💸A £5000 grant to fund your 'Theatre' project, available to
#MidCareerArtists
& companies
Whatever you’re working on: Live Theatre, New Writing
Devised Work. IGC want to hear about it!
🗓️Apply by 30 Jan
“We are deeply saddened to hear about the tragic loss of Casting Director, Kay Magson. Kay was a dear friend & much-valued creative collaborator of Derby Theatre... Our thoughts are with her family, friends & colleagues at this time.”
Full statement:
WE’RE HIRING: Derby Theatre is looking for a new Freelance Theatre Designer.
We are looking for a Freelance Theatre Designer, who will design for our upcoming youth theatre productions in 2022.
Closing Date: Mon 14 Feb 2022, 9am
Apply:
📣
#Casting
Call Out for
#DTLittleMermaid
🧜
We're looking for professional East Midlands based actors who are aged 18+ and live within 25 miles of the venue to perform in our socially distanced production this Christmas!
Apply by: Sun 18 Oct
Zoom Auditions: Fri 23 Oct
🏝ANNOUNCEMENT🏝
Our big family-friendly production for Easter 2020 will be Treasure Island!☠️🏝
All performances will have integrated BSL and Captioning.
Featuring
@BethHintonLever
as Long John Silver, tickets for this pirate-filled show will go on general SAIL on Fri 15 Nov.
Artist Call Out! 📢
Derby Theatre is searching for a Deaf Performer for their next co-production The Emperor’s New Clothes.
It is the perfect opportunity to perform on both the
#DerbyTheatre
&
@polkatheatre
stage.
Deadline - Tues 25 Jan
How to apply -
Our
#DementiaFriendly
performance of Hansel & Gretel is currently taking place! Lots of our staff are trained
#DementiaFriends
and we regularly host information sessions at the theatre that are open to everyone too.
📣 ANNOUNCEMENT: next year's Xmas show will be...
#Aladdin
!
A fabulously festive high-flying production of friendship, music, magic lamps and making wishes for
#Christmas2020
.
Priority booking now open to DT Friends. General sale from Mon 9 Dec, 10am.
#ChristmasFuture