Showing this week

Hans Rey: Riding Life

Hans Rey, the former World Champion, pioneer of Freeride, Mountain Bike Hall of Famer and mountain bike adventurer, will take audiences on an inspiring journey through his 30 year career and show you some of the best trails and destinations worldwide.

16 January

Showing this week

Warp & Weft: Bringing DerwentWISE to Life

A musical celebration of the Lower Derwent Valley, composed by John Crossley and performed by Sigma 7 and Derwent Brass.

19 January

Showing next week

Exploring New Voices: Future Practice in Applied Theatre Conference

Join us on Monday 21 January for a day of inspiring conversation, dynamic workshops, and thrilling performance from across the field of Applied Theatre.

21 January

Showing next week

Caroline's Kitchen

Caroline Mortimer is the nation’s favourite TV cook. In the glow of the studio lights, she has it all. But when the camera turns off the truth comes out and when an unexpected guest disrupts a night of celebration there is more to spill than the wine.

24 January to 26 January

Noughts and Crosses

This gripping Romeo and Juliet story, based on the bestselling novel by acclaimed writer Malorie Blackman and adapted by Sabrina Mahfouz, is a captivating drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

1 February to 16 February

Pizza Shop Heroes

Shortlisted for the Amnesty Freedom of Expression Award 2016, this unique emerging company stars four refugee young men who made the arduous journey to the UK on their own as children. Powerful, celebratory, affirming, authentic; this is theatre that puts refugees centre stage.

2 February

DadMan: The Bath Time Warrior

DadMan is a warrior. He stands strong at the gates of an ideal Birth-Plan and sings the blues about Being The Only Man At A Parent And Baby Group. This show about parenthood is partly quiz, partly story intertwined with live music and original songs and partly total fantasy.

3 February

Sindhu Vee: Sandhog

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer Nominee 2018, Sindhu Vee embarks on a UK tour with her critically acclaimed and Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show, Sandhog.

7 February

She's A Good Boy

Elise is often asked, 'Are you a boy or a girl?' the answer to this question is: No. She's A Good Boy is an honest, moving and hilarious show exploring non-binary gender using Elise’s real life experiences.

8 February

Wriggly Tickly Things

Buzzzzzzzz... “what was that?”

Wriggle wriggle… “what’s it doing”

Tickle, tickle, tickle... “te he ha ha ha!”

9 February

The Worst Witch

Long before Harry Potter there was Mildred Hubble. An ordinary girl who found herself in an extraordinary place: a school for witches. Now in her final year, accident prone Mildred and her fellow pupils are about to embark on their biggest and most important adventure yet…

18 February to 20 February

King for a Day: The Nat King Cole Story

Experience world-class live music, alongside narration and projected archive images and footage, in this unique concert celebrating the centenary of the birth of one the greatest vocalists of the Twentieth Century: Nat King Cole.

21 February

Open Mic

Our open-mic nights are a great opportunity for all performers to try out a range of work with other like-minded artists.

21 February

Luca Rutherford’s Political Party

Do you ever get confused or overwhelmed by politics?
 Luca reached a point where thinking about politics made her want to lie down on the pavement and not get up. Instead of doing this she is throwing a party. A political party. This is a show about getting messy with the messiness of politics.

22 February

Lee Nelson: Serious Joker

Following his 150 date, smash-hit tour, Lee Nelson comes to Derby for one night only! You’ve seen him sneaking into places he shouldn’t be, now come and see him where he most definitely should be: live on stage.

22 February

What Fatima Did...

What Fatima Did... is a funny and provocative exploration of attitudes to identity, freedom and multiculturalism in contemporary Britain.

27 February to 2 March

Pink Lemonade

Pink Lemonade is a multi-disciplinary solo show fusing spoken word, sound and movement. The work examines how from childhood through to our intimate relationships as adults, social, racial and cultural stigmas can impact the way communities view themselves and others.

1 March

I Ain't Afraid of No Ghost

Inspired by his favourite film, little Gareth became a self-appointed Ghostbuster. Join us for a nostalgic trip back to the 80s and a comic exploration of a childhood haunting set to a cheese-tastic chart-topping soundtrack.

2 March

A Very Special Evening with Russell Watson

Join four-time Brit Classical Award winner Russell Watson for a very special evening, accompanied by his pianist and guest choir.

4 March

My Mother Said I Never Should

Set in Manchester, Oldham and London, Charlotte Keatley’s poignant, bittersweet story about love, jealousy and the price of freedom focuses on four generations of one family as they confront the most significant moments of their lives.

5 March to 9 March

Ishi: I'mMigrant!

A fun comedy show about migration, belonging and identity. Ishi is a British Comedienne, born in Zambia, with Indian ancestors. Does that make her BriZamdian? 

8 March

The Isle of Brimsker

How do you survive when faced with the biggest decisions of your life? Would you change the world or change yourself? A new multi-sensory story from Frozen Light, specialists in making theatre for audiences with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities.

9 March to 10 March

Yamaha Music School - Around The World In 80 Minutes

Embark on a musical journey and let the pupils of Yamaha Music School entertain you with songs from around the world.

10 March

Algorhythms

Following the success of 2017’s ‘Mathematical Advantage, ’AlgoRhythms’ is a project that helps join the dots between coding and composition, programming and performance, through a

12 March

Approaching Empty

Set in Northern England in the aftermath of Margaret Thatcher’s death, Approaching Empty is a razor-sharp new drama by award-winning playwright Ishy Din which lays bare the everyday struggles of a post-industrial generation of British men.

13 March to 15 March

Andy Quinn - Broadway Swings

Following the huge success and complete sellout of his album launch concert in 2018, by popular demand Andy Quinn 'the unexpected star' returns to Derby Theatre for his second concert.

16 March

The Greatest Show

Hannah Alexandra Dance is excited to announce their 5th annual show, "The Greatest Show" which will showcase a wide range of talent from the youth of Derby from the ages of 2-18 years!

17 March

Avenue Q

The laugh-out-loud show that’s had sell out runs on Broadway, in the West End and all across the UK. Avenue Q is the cheekily charming musical that tells the story of the loveable (and unforgettable) characters on a downtown New York street trying to make sense of life’s burning issues.

18 March to 23 March

Student Scratch Night

The Student Scratch Night is an opportunity to see a variety of work from our up-and-coming University of Derby Student artists.

21 March

First Bite Festival 2019

Derby Theatre is hosting the second of three First Bite events taking place in the Midlands this spring. Join us for a chance to see an eclectic collection of extracts and new ideas from some of the most exciting theatre makers working across the region.

22 March

Rabbit Girl & The Search for Wonder

A new family show with music, animation and puppetry. Playful, poignant and with a little sprinkling of magic, Rabbit Girl & The Search for Wonder is a new show inspired by stories from lots of families.

23 March

Much Ado About Nothing

Six years of war are finally over. Two young dreamers fall head over heels, while two others resume their combative courtship. Told in true Northern Broadsides style, this production of Shakespeare’s glorious romantic comedy is sure to capture your hearts this Spring.

26 March to 30 March

Pepper & Honey

Enjoyed the Great British Bake Off? Then you will love this show! Join Notnow Collective in making and breaking pepper biscuits and family traditions. The performance is baby-friendly for babes in arms under 12 months.

30 March

The Jungle Book

Inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s magical stories, with brand-new original songs, The Jungle Book promises to be the perfect adventure for all the family this Easter.

5 April to 20 April

Mission Abort

One in three women in the UK will at some point choose to terminate a pregnancy. Worldwide, the number is one in four. Mission Abort is the important story about the human being behind the choice.

12 April

An Indian Abroad

Pariah Khan's debut one man show takes the trope of white adventurers exploring ‘foreign’ lands and spins this concept on its head, asking that all important question: what if a student from India took a gap year to Britain?

13 April

Derby Youth Theatre Double Bill

Two well known stories are given their own twist by Derby Theatre's year 7-9 groups.

18 April to 19 April

Remains of the Day

2017 Nobel Prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel, which became a beloved Merchant Ivory film and is now transformed into an exquisite stage play, is a story for anyone who has ever been afraid to follow their heart.

23 April to 27 April

intotheclouds

intotheclouds is a playful, sensory and highly visual experience for very young children and babies aged 6-18 months developed in partnership with the NHS’s Small Steps Big Changes and over 50 babies and their families across Nottingham.

25 April

Sam Sweeney - The Unfinished Violin

The Unfinished Violin is an expansion and development from the music of the highly acclaimed live show Sam Sweeney's Fiddle "Made in the Great War."

5 May

Turn of the Screw

This new adaptation of Henry James’ iconic tale, which was the original inspiration for Susan Hill’s The Woman in Black, is a masterclass in stage-craft, with captivating performances, deliciously atmospheric set and lighting design and an evocative soundtrack.

7 May to 11 May

The Ronnie Scott’s Story: 60th Anniversary Concert

In this, the 60th Anniversary of one of the world's most iconic music venues, the Ronnie Scott's All Stars take to the road to celebrate the 'Ronnie Scott's Story'.

12 May

Ballet Black; Double Bill

Ballet Black's popular programme contrasts dramatic and inventive storytelling in a lively showcase of modern ballets, returning for their second year here at Derby Theatre.

14 May

Jasper Carrott's Stand Up And Rock

Stand Up & Rock sees the legendary Jasper Carrott back live on stage with a new stand up show and performing alongside his musical compatriots that have been rockin’ audiences all over the world.

15 May to 16 May

Puss In Boots

Bringing this much-loved children’s story to life, Puss in Boots is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre.

28 May

Ruby Wax: How to be Human

Ruby Wax invites you to use more of your mind for compassion, instead of just chasing what’s ‘better’, like a hamster on a wheel. With a little help from monk Thubten Gelong, who explains how the mind works, and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura, who explains where everything that makes us ‘us’ can be found in the brain.

31 May

Reginald D Hunter: Facing The Beast

Celebrating his twentieth anniversary as a comedian living and performing in the UK, Reginald D Hunter sets out on a forty date tour of the UK and Ireland in 2019 with his highly anticipated new show.

9 June

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ’Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical comes to Derby.

18 June to 22 June

American Idiot

In the first fully staged MT Experiment, Matt Powell presents the high-octane, Grammy and Tony Award-winning hit musical: Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT.

10 July to 13 July

Count Arthur Strong "Is Anybody Out There?"

In his brand-new show, Count Arthur Strong seamlessly combines the very best showbiz entertainment you’ll currently find in the world, possibly, as he wrestles with some of the big questions that other all-round entertainers shy away from.

10 November

A Christmas Carol

Neil Duffield's stunning adaption of Charles Dickens' treasured novel returns to the Derby Theatre stage for Christmas 2019. Made in Derby and performed by a talented ensemble cast, this much-loved festive story will be a heart-warming experience for all the family.

29 November to 4 January