Get Involved

We’re known for training students at the University of Derby, developing artists and empowering our communities, and we’re excited to take everyone on a journey of discovery.

We have opportunities for children and young people, schools, artists, students and EVERYONE to get involved.

We offer Youth Theatre, Careers Days, Future Creatives, Plus One, Artist Development Opportunities, Carers’ Café, Workshops for all Ages, Ambassador Groups, Volunteering and Training Programmes, Community Events, Call-Outs plus much much more…

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For ages 18+

Derby CAN (Derby Creative Arts Network) is a project where organisations create theatre and live events in partnership with people who live in Derby and surrounding areas. We link up artists with groups of local people to co-create artistic and cultural events that really mean something to our community. Then we present the results in community spaces, on our stages, and on tour

For Young People and schools

In the theatre and out in your community

From Plus One to Future Creatives, Youth Theatre to Summer Schools, Derby Theatre Ambassadors to Theatre Makers, we have LOTS of opportunities for young people to get involved in the work we do.

For artists and creatives in the Midlands

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We are proud to be the home of In Good Company, a flagship project we founded in 2014 offering creative support and business development to artists and companies in the Midlands.

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Study and work alongside theatre professionals on real shows in the heart of a producing theatre. Derby Theatre, owned by the University of Derby, is the first ever Learning Theatre of its kind and is recognised regionally, nationally and internationally as a unique model for real-life learning.

We offer a range of undergraduate and masters courses for anyone interested in a career within the arts and theatre.

MA Applied Theatre and Education

For more information visit: derby.ac.uk/theatre

BA (Hons) Theatre Arts

Derby Theatre will be your ‘home’, offering you valuable industry experience and contacts. This course is unique; no other university level course is housed in a professional producing theatre.

You will be at the centre of this professional environment, developing skills in acting, devising and directing for your career as a professional theatre artist.

Develop your skills and confidence as an educational practitioner using theatre and drama to bring about social change, working in areas such as schools, prisons, communities and the care system. You’ll work and study alongside theatre professionals and specialist academics at Derby Theatre for an inspirational learning experience.