Promotional artwork for Derby Theatre’s upcoming production of The Railway Children featuring large gold title text against a deep blue starry night sky with falling snow. A black steam locomotive rises from the bottom with white steam billowing upward, and the text reads E Nesbit’s The Railway Children Adaptation by Mike Kenny and Lyrics by John Biddle and Mike Kenny.

📣 NOW ON SALE 🎄🚂

This Christmas at #DerbyTheatre, join Roberta, Peter & Phyllis on a heart-warming journey in Mike Kenny’s Olivier-winning adaptation of E. Nesbit’s #TheRailwayChildren.

Fun, family, friendship & adventure await!
🎟️ - bit.ly/4alNuFE
📆 27 Nov, 2026 – 2 Jan, 2027

The Signalman - Derby Theatre

Don't know if you know...

#DerbyTheatre #TheSignalman #TheatreSky

Three theatres join forces for Macbeth Bolton, Derby and Hull theatres have named their cast members for the forthcoming three-way production of Macbeth from February 2026

Bolton, Derby and Hull theatres have named their cast members for the forthcoming three-way production of Macbeth from February
#Macbeth #HullTruck #OctagonBolton #derbytheatre
www.theatrereviewsnorth.com/post/three-t...

A wall poster with QR code stating: “Come and join us! Scan here for how you can GET INVOLVED with Derby Theatre” The QR code is covered by mains sockets.

Ooh, let’s check out this QR code at #DerbyTheatre, shall we?
🤣🤣

A tall brick building with the Derby Theatre logo displayed on its upper wall is partly hidden by large green trees. A spiral metal sculpture decorates the side of the structure, adding an artistic element to the exterior. The scene is set against a bright sky, with the theatre standing prominently above the surrounding greenery.

#DerbyTheatre will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday. - This includes Box Office in-person service and our Theatre Café.

Bookings will still be available online 24/7 at www.derbytheatre.co.uk.

We look forward to welcoming visitors and customers back when we reopen on Tuesday 26 August.

Hiring graphic with a red overlay featuring a diverse crowd standing in a theatre. Bold white text reads “We’re Hiring – Community Projects Coordinator” with a deadline of “Mon 1 Sept, 2025” and a call to action to “Apply Now.”

📢 WE'RE HIRING 📢

#DerbyTheatre is looking for a Community Projects Coordinator to join our team. This position will provide coordination, development and delivery support for our partnership and creative projects.

Closing Date: Mon 1 Sep, 9am 📅
APPLY TODAY! ➝ bit.ly/3UgVtuD
#Hiring #TheatreNews

Informational poster with a red overlay announcing summer opening hours starting Monday 28 July. Theatre hours are 10:30AM to 3:00PM, Café hours are 10:30AM to 2:30PM, and Box Office hours are 11:00AM to 3:00PM. Background shows a technician working with audio equipment.

☀ Summer Opening Hours Update ☀

From Monday 28 July, our opening hours will change:

🎭 Theatre: 10:30am – 3:00pm
☕ Café: 10:30am – 2:30pm
🎟 Box Office: 11:00am – 3:00pm

Pop in for a coffee, book your next show, or enjoy the summer buzz at #DerbyTheatre! 💬

🍸 #TheGreatGatsby hits #DerbyTheatre this October! 🍾
“A dazzling, hopeful, forlorn and febrile production” — with @pitlochryft.bsky.social.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All in Edinburgh Theatre
⭐⭐⭐⭐ West End Best Friend
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Broadway World

📅 Fri 3 – Sat 25 Oct, 2025 — A night of 1920s glamour awaits!
🎟 bit.ly/4cMNptZ

Get ready to PLAY!
#DepartureLounge2025 is back — bold, brave & bursting with creativity.

📆 Thu 10 – Fri 11 July
🎟 bit.ly/43vzEvK
🎦 youtu.be/JCinkYWWBHE

Join #InGoodCompany & #DerbyTheatre for 2 days of boundary-breaking performance & daring new theatre.

#FringeFestival #IGC2025 #LivePerformance

💬 “Delightful!”
💃 “Simply fantastic!”
🕺 “The dancing is phenomenal – don’t miss it!”

Audiences are loving #KissMeQuickstep at #DerbyTheatre!

🎬 Watch the trailer → youtu.be/-toi1j49vwg
📅 SHOWING NOW until Sat 21 June
🎟 Book Today → bit.ly/41qS7Ze
🎦 © Fresh Label
#MadeInDerby

Cast members of Kiss Me Quickstep strike a triumphant pose mid-performance on a theatre stage bathed in dramatic purple and gold lighting. Dressed in elegant ballroom attire—tuxedos and sparkling gowns in shades of blue and pink—the dancers hold graceful arm positions under ornate chandeliers. The bold show title “Kiss Me Quickstep” is illuminated above them, with photography credited to Graeme Braidwood and contact info for Derby Theatre displayed at the bottom.

💃 NOW SHOWING! 🕺
#KissMeQuickstep is dazzling audiences at #DerbyTheatre!

Amanda Whittington’s high-energy, heartfelt story of secrets, dreams & ballroom ambition is SHOWING NOW until Sat 21 June. 📆

🎟 bit.ly/41qS7Ze
📸 © Graeme Braidwood
#MadeInDerby

A large group of people is gathered in a circle inside a theatre lobby space, seated and engaged in conversation beneath a circular ceiling light. Festive bunting and promotional posters decorate the walls, giving the space a welcoming, community-focused vibe.

A group of ten people sits in two rows of red theatre seats, smiling warmly at the camera during the Kiss Me Quickstep meet and greet.

💃🕺 The dance shoes are on and the spotlight is waiting… #KissMeQuickstep is coming to #DerbyTheatre this summer!

Rehearsals have begun for this dazzling new drama – packed with sequins, secrets & standout choreography.

🎟 bit.ly/41qS7Ze
📅 6–21 June 2025

#MidsomerMurders is coming soon to #DerbyTheatre! Have you solved the mystery as to who will be playing the iconic role of Inspector Barnaby?

Watch to find out, then book your tickets for Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift.
🎟 — bit.ly/4ibX1jB
📰 — bit.ly/3Sfmb5K
24 - 28 Mar, 2026 📆

A group of six young people are casually lounging in an empty theatre with red and black seats, spread across different rows. They wear colourful, relaxed clothing, including sweaters in shades of red, pink, yellow, and brown, with some leaning on armrests or sitting with legs stretched out. The bold white text overlay reads "CONNECTIONS 2025," suggesting this is promotional material for a theatrical or artistic project.

*Drumroll* please 🥁

#NTConnections is arriving at #DerbyTheatre NEXT week!
Five local theatre companies, including our very own Derby Youth Theatre will perform as part of the annual, nationwide youth theatre festival. See the most exciting theatre-makers of tomorrow.

bit.ly/3E9Tkg3 🎟
2 — 4 May 📆

Snow White - Derby Theatre

Now it’s Derby’s turn to fall under the spell.
Don’t miss balletLORENT’s breathtaking retelling of this classic story

📍 Derby Theatre
📅 Fri 25 & Sat 26 April
🎟️ Book your tickets: derbytheatre.co.uk/event/snow-w...

#balletLORENT #SnowWhite #DerbyTheatre #FamilyTheatre #Ballet #LivePerformance

A bold retelling of a beloved fairytale...

@balletlorent 's #SnowWhite comes to #DerbyTheatre this April! With stunning dance, magical storytelling, and a cast of extraordinary performers, this is Snow White like you’ve never seen before.

📆Fri 25 – Sat 26 April 2025
🎟️Book now: bit.ly/42fBtwa

A tense scene from Boys from the Blackstuff shows several uniformed police officers forcefully restraining a distressed man in black clothing at centre stage, while another man in casual clothes pulls on one of the officers. The dramatic lighting and body language convey intense conflict and resistance, capturing a moment of struggle and chaos

#BoysFromTheBlackstuff opens TONIGHT at 7:30PM at #DerbyTheatre!

James Graham’s gripping take on Alan Bleasdale’s iconic drama lands with power and heart.

🔥 Limited run – ends Sat 19 Apr!
🎟 Book now: bit.ly/4axKnZz
📸 © Alastair Muir

✨ Get ready for our next #MadeInDerby must-see!

Kiss Me Quickstep is a dazzling, heart-warming peek behind the sequins of the competitive ballroom world – and it’s coming to #DerbyTheatre this June! 💃🕺

🎬 Teaser Trailer out now! → youtu.be/AhO3xkDBNgU
🎟 Book Today. - bit.ly/41qS7Ze
📅 6–21 June 2025

Very impressive performance of Spitfire Girls at #DerbyTheatre tonight.
Can’t understand why the turnout was so low. It was brilliantly done.
Do go and see it.

A group of people laugh and chatting at a festive indoor gathering, with hanging streamers and colourful lights in the background. Three women in the foreground are smiling and holding drinks and phones, while two men talk casually behind them. A large, illuminated “BAR” sign adds a fun party vibe to the space.

Artists & creatives! 🎭✨

Join us TOMORROW at #DerbyTheatre for networking, collaboration & opportunities!

📍 Derby Theatre, Community Hub
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
☕ Free tea & coffee!

Sign up for a 10-min chat with project leads & showcase your work.

🔗 Book now: bit.ly/4iQ6ZHX 👋 #CreativeNetworking

Thank you to the wonderful team at #DerbyTheatre for a fab event with #JohnGodber. Fab stories but also sobering chats on the lack of support for the #arts. I also had a chat about the work of our #charity... It amazes me how versatile our work is - the arts are needed!
📸 credit: John Godber Company

A vibrant stage scene from Welfare by Derby Theatre, featuring a group of performers dancing energetically. The central figure in a red puffer vest and black leggings contrasts with the other dancers in vintage-inspired costumes, including suspenders, floral dresses, and gloves. The background showcases musicians playing instruments, adding to the lively, theatrical atmosphere.

Happy #WorldTheatreDay from all of us at #DerbyTheatre! 🎭

Today, we celebrate the magic of theatre—the stories that move us, the performances that inspire us, and the communities that bring it to life.

Share your favourite #DerbyTheatre moment below!
📸 - © Pamela Raith

A stage performance shot from Not F**ckin’ Sorry, featuring four performers in bold, eclectic outfits standing under dramatic stage lighting. The backdrop is a shimmering red curtain, and each performer has a unique look: one in a black-and-white striped suit, another in a cloud-patterned suit, a third in a metallic and tulle ensemble, and the fourth in a grayscale abstract suit. They hold microphones, exuding confidence and attitude.

Luscious lip syncs. Sweaty dances. Raw, unapologetic, and shamelessly bold. 🔥 Not Your Circus Dog is back with their fearless punk crip cabaret! 🚨

Don’t miss #NotFckinSorry at #DerbyTheatre on Sat 12 Apr! 📆
🎟 Book now → bit.ly/4hSmJcn

A man with glasses and a beard sits at a wooden desk in a dimly lit space, turning to look over his shoulder. The desk is set up with a laptop, a sound mixer, a microphone, and two desk lamps—one black and one red—casting dramatic lighting. The scene suggests a theatrical performance, with a minimalist yet focused setup.

Don’t miss #TheDuke — tomorrow at #DerbyTheatre!

A witty, heartfelt one-man show by award-winning storyteller Shôn Dale-Jones. Expect humor, emotion, and a fresh take on what truly matters.

📅 Sat 22 Mar, 2025
🎟 Grab your tickets: bit.ly/4hrDbjk
📸 Brian Roberts

A production shot from Good for a Girl, credited to Nicola Young. The image shows four female footballers in a changing room, wearing matching maroon and white kits. One player is juggling a football with her knee, while another sips from a water bottle. A third player sits on the floor, gazing up at a teammate on a wooden bench, who appears to be speaking. The set features numbered lockers, sports gear, and a green and yellow-tinted floor, creating a theatrical locker-room atmosphere.

THIS WEEK at #DerbyTheatre...

Queensgate FC is making history in the Women’s FA Cup—but can they handle the battles off the pitch too? ⚽🔥

💥 #GoodForAGirl is a bold, comedic, & hard-hitting new play about resilience, football, & the fight for equality.

🎟 — bit.ly/3BCLxWA
Fri 28 Feb - Sat 1 Mar 📆

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - East Midlands Theatre
⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Derby World
⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Theatre & Tonic

Steinbeck’s classic comes to life at #DerbyTheatre! Don’t miss #OfMiceandMen – a bold, unforgettable production.

📅 On until Sat 1 Mar at #DerbyTheatre – Watch now: youtu.be/hR1q9OGdZh8 🎥 © Ed Sunman

A young man (Liam King) with curly hair, dressed in a denim jacket, plaid shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat, smiles confidently while carrying a tied-up bedroll over his shoulder. The rustic wooden background suggests a rural setting. Photography credit: Pamela Raith

A bearded man (Wiliam Young) with dishevelled hair, dressed in dark overalls, sits on the floor holding a small bundle of twigs. His expression is contemplative, and a spoon is clipped to his chest, emphasising a simple, working-class lifestyle. Photography Credit: Pamela Raith

A stage performance of Of Mice and Men features a wooden set with slatted walls, dim lighting, and nine actors in period-appropriate 1930s attire. The central figure, a woman in a striking red dress, stands among male characters dressed as ranch workers and drifters, creating a dramatic tableau. Photography Credit: Pamela Raith

A tense moment between two male characters (Luke Richards - Left, Liam King - Right) in a bunkhouse setting, with wooden walls and metal bed frames in the background. The younger man, dressed in a denim jacket and suspenders, gestures forcefully at the bald, older man, who listens intently with a defensive stance. Photography Credit: Graeme Braidwood.

🚨 OPENS TONIGHT! 🚨

Good luck to the cast & creative team of #OfMiceandMen! #DerbyTheatre, in co-production with #OctagonBolton, #HullTruck & #TBTLake, kicks off with a SOLD-OUT preview!

Running until 1 Mar 2025, then touring! 📆 Don’t miss out—book now! 🎟 — bit.ly/3CilHHH

This image captures a tech rehearsal for Of Mice and Men at Derby Theatre. The stage is set with a minimalist wooden backdrop and soft lighting, while a performer stands at the centre. In the foreground, a production team is seated at a tech desk in the auditorium, monitoring cues on laptops and soundboards, preparing for the performance. The ceiling is adorned with warm string lights, adding to the theatre's atmosphere.

Tech week has begun! 🐭

We're bringing #OfMiceandMen to life in this exciting co-production. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes as we count down to opening night! Showing Thu 6 Feb - Sat 1 Mar at #DerbyTheatre. 🎟️✨ Book today: bit.ly/3CilHHH

A woman with long, curly red hair sits on a yellow chair in front of a dark blue curtain. She is wearing a white ribbed top, loose-fitting grey trousers, and beige trainers, with a relaxed and confident expression on her face. The lighting softly highlights her features, creating a warm and engaging portrait.

Excited to partner with Rafia Hussain Productions (RHP), a new theatre company championing Black & Brown artists! Over 3 years, RHP will collaborate with #DerbyTheatre, #BirminghamRep, #ExeterNorthcott & #TouchstonesRochdale on ground-breaking productions. 👏

Read more: bit.ly/4hARKSi
📸 David Barden

Three actors in a physical and intense scene. One actor appears to restrain another, while a third watches from a bunk bed. The energy of the scene is palpable against the minimalist set.

Two actors sitting closely, holding a model of a dog as if practicing a heartfelt moment. The woman has a gentle demeanour, while the man appears emotional, with a rustic rehearsal room in the background.

Two actors intensely rehearsing a scene, one gripping the other's arm while speaking with urgency. The setting has a raw industrial feel with bare walls and a bunk bed in the background.

An actor wearing glasses and a white Henley shirt stands mid-rehearsal, appearing engaged and expressive. The backdrop includes a rustic rehearsal space with exposed brick and bunk beds, emphasising the minimalist set.

Join us in rehearsals for #OfMiceAndMen!

Our cast & creatives are hard at work bringing Steinbeck’s iconic story of friendship& dreams to life. Don’t miss this unforgettable production, running 6 Feb – 1 Mar, 2025 at #DerbyTheatre.

🎟️ - bit.ly/3CilHHH
@sarahbrigham.bsky.social