You are hereHome / Get Involved Get Involved Derby Theatre - A Learning Theatre Derby Theatre is alive with exciting ways for you to get involved and find out more about all aspects of theatre. We offer exceptional opportunities for our diverse audiences, schools, students, young people and artists to really get to grips with our creative process and product through an innovative programme of workshops, projects, open rehearsals, conferences, talks and more. University of Derby Partnership Thinking of studying at the University of Derby? Our unique partnership with the University enables students from across the College of Arts to study right here with us at Derby Theatre. This is an incredible opportunity to learn within a working, producing theatre. Find out more about the student experience and how you could be part of the Learning Theatre. For Students As well as being the place where Theatre students study, Derby Theatre makes inspiring home-grown professional shows and presents the best of touring theatre from around the UK. All this top-quality entertainment is available to all University of Derby students for just £5 a ticket! Find out more about our student deals and our Student Ambassador scheme here. For Children and Young People We have lots of opportunities for children and young people to get involved. Why not develop your performance and confidence skills, learn about technical theatre backstage, take part in a holiday workshop, experiment with writing for the stage or join our Youth Theatre? We still have opportunties to get involved in this Summer's holiday workshops so why not join us and work on a mini performance to be performed at the end of the summer school. For Schools and Colleges At Derby Theatre we provide young people, schools, teachers and community groups with special access to our amazing resources. Theatre Unwrapped At Derby Theatre we want to share the process of theatre-making with our audiences. Our FREE Theatre Unwrapped sessions are designed to do just that, so come behind the scenes and find out how we prepare for opening night of a Derby Theatre production. For Teachers Derby Theatre's Teachers' Network is designed to support both Primary and Secondary school teachers in the region, We have an exciting programme of networking events; practical sessions with the very best theatre practitioners; practice sharing with colleagues; and useful news updates. For Everyone At Derby Theatre we offer learning and educational opportunities for everyone, whatever their age or background. Maybe you want to join our Ensemble Company, get Technical advice or training, hire one of the costumes from our fantastic wardrobe or perhaps you just fancy a tour of the theatre. As a Learning Theatre, our doors are always open. Plus One Plus One is an award winning scheme for young people in care and care leavers to take part in cultural opportunities across Derby City. Work Experience Derby Theatre has some great work placement opportunities for people of all ages. Ambassadors for Derby Theatre Derby Theatre is alive with exciting ways for audiences, people and communities to get involved. We are looking for people who would like to connect with us on an ambassadorial level, to help us spread the word about a range of opportunities the Theatre offers. Derby Theatre's Safeguarding Statement Derby Theatre is committed to creating and maintaining the safest and most supportive possible environment for all children, young people and vulnerable adults that come into contact with our work.
