What's on in Derby
There's even more happening in the Cathedral Quarter this year.
Regular events are held in the expansive Market Place throughout the year and watch this space for exciting details of our very own 'Eye' ferris wheel for a bird's eye view of the city
New for 2008 is the opening of the Quad media centre with a host of exhibitions, events and films; and the newly refurbished Cathedral Green under the watchful eye of Bonnie Prince Charlie will be hosting a wide range of events for all the family later this year.
Peruse the events below or have a search for your Cathedral Quarter.
Things to look out for
1. Derby Open Air Ice RinkWhen: 21/11/2008 - 4/1/2009
Business: Market PlaceThe ice rink is due to return to the Market Place on the 21st November and will be open until the 4th January 2009.
2. Tango: Nuevo (presented by Tango Siermpre Quintet)When: 22/11/2008 - 22/11/2008
Business: Déda (formerly Derby Dance)From stunning, virtuoso displays of traditional tango to powerful, groundbreaking contemporary tango music and dance, Tango: Nuevo is an exquisite and breathtaking journey into the heart of Tango Argentino and beyond. Featuring live music by Tango Siempre. Tickets: £12 (£10)
3. Cycling Shorts with Cycle DerbyWhen: 23/11/2008 - 23/11/2008
Business: QUADA free event at QUAD in association with Cycling Derby. Cycling inspired short films will be screened in the Box.
Contact the QUAD Box Office to reserve your place 01332 290606
4. Future Light (presented by Déda and guests)When: 28/11/2008 - 29/11/2008
Business: Déda (formerly Derby Dance)See Derby's future dance stars light up the stage in this incredible annual showcase, as Déda's youth companies, alongside guests from across the East Midlands, entertain and inspire you with an infectious mix of high energy and raw dance talent. Tickets: £3
5. Archive Film Screening: Adventures in DerbyshireWhen: 30/11/2008 - 30/11/2008
Business: QUADA specially compiled package of local archive footage, showing travel as it used to be. £6 full price / £5 concessions.
QUAD regularly screens archive films - see the website or contact the Box Office for more information 01332 290606.
6. Jazz at CUBEWhen: 5/12/2008 - 5/12/2008
Business: CUBE CafeDerby Jazz continues to bring you the best that the national and international jazz scene has to offer. Curios, founded by pianist Tom Cawley, and who have recently made a striking impact on the UK jazz scene, present an evening of music that is melodic, fiery, serene and intense. Tickets: £10
7. When Santa Lost His Beard (presented by Class Act)When: 6/12/2008 - 7/12/2008
Business: Déda (formerly Derby Dance)Santa has lost his beard due to the stress of his elves going on strike. Discover if his wife and children can find a cure, avoid a public scandal and make sure Christmas goes ahead in this magical and comedic modern tale for all the family. All proceeds donated to Save the Children. Tickets: £7.50
8. Create a Personalised Christmas CardWhen: 6/12/2008 - 6/12/2008
Business: QUADGive the personal touch this year - create a personalised Christmas Card of you in your own Winter Wonderland in QUAD's high tech GHC Mac Suite. Individuals £5, Groups of 3 or 4 £12. Suitable for all ages. Book in advance with the QUAD Box Office 01332 290606.
9. Words@CUBEWhen: 9/12/2008 - 9/12/2008
Business: CUBE CafeThis great and increasingly popular poetry-packed open-mic night, hosted by Simon French, encourages the writer in you to spread your words in the CUBE cafe bar. So, come along and take to the stage or sit back and listen to the performers. Tickets: £2 (£1 if reading on the night)
10. Aladdin's Christmas Wish (presented by 3D)When: 10/12/2008 - 13/12/2008
Business: Déda (formerly Derby Dance)3D Theatre Company presents a brand new magical Christmas treat for the whole family featuring all your favourite characters, three wishes and a magic lamp. Expect songs, festive magic and plenty of audience particpation. Presented in British Sign Language with voiceover. Tickets: £6 (£4)
11. Be Creative for Christmas - Silk PaintingWhen: 10/12/2008 - 10/12/2008
Business: QUADExperiment with Silk Painting to create beautiful fabrics which can be used to create Christmas cards, gift boxes and presents. Price £25 each. Book through QUAD Box Office 01332 290606.
12. Animated Christmas CardsWhen: 13/12/2008 - 13/12/2008
Business: QUADWork with a digital artist to create a stop motion festive animation to send to your family and friends this Christmas. Cost: Individuals £5, Groups of 3 or 4 £ £12. Suitable for all ages. All young people under 13 must be accompanied. Book through the QUAD Box Office 01332 290606.
13. Farmers MarketWhen: 18/12/2008 - 18/12/2008
Business: Market PlaceIncludes a selection of locally grown produce
14. Mamma Mia Sing-a-LongWhen: 19/12/2008 - 24/12/2008
Business: QUADSing-a-long version of the Mamma Mia Film on 19th Dec, 20th Dec, 24th Dec. See QUAD website for more details. Book through the Box Office 01332 290606. £6 full price £5 concessions.
15. Animated Christmas CardsWhen: 20/12/2008 - 20/12/2008
Business: QUADWork with a digital artist to create a stop motion festive animation to send to your family and friends this Christmas. Cost: Individuals £5, Groups of 3 or 4 £ £12. Suitable for all ages. All young people under 13 must be accompanied. Book through the QUAD Box Office 01332 290606.
16. Hurly BurlyWhen: 20/12/2008 - 20/12/2008
Business: CUBE CafeLet some glamour into your weekend with a naughty-but-nice burlesque evening, featuring an extravagant show packed full of satirical sketches, songs, dance and humour. Overflowing with glitz and glamour, Hurly Burly features live music, burlesque performers and lots more. Tickets: £12 (£10)
17. Creative Christmas WorkshopWhen: 22/12/2008 - 22/12/2008
Business: QUADDesign and create your own personalised Christmas crackers with stylish party hats and traditional games with a new twist! Suitable for all ages, all young people under 13 must be accompanied. Cost: individuals £5, groups of 3 or 4 £ £12. Book through the QUAD Box Office 01332 290606.
18. James Bond Theme NightWhen: 27/12/2008 - 27/12/2008
Business: QUADTuxedos and Cocktail dresses are a must for this film screening of 'Quantum of Solace (12A)' plus special James Bond theme night at QUAD.
19. New Years Eve - James Bond nightWhen: 31/12/2008 - 31/12/2008
Business: QUADTuxedos and Cocktail dresses are a must for this film screening of 'Quantum of Solace (12A)' plus special James Bond theme night at QUAD. Book through QUAD Box Office. Cinema tickets £6 full price £5 concessions.
20. Farmers MarketWhen: 15/1/2009 - 15/1/2009
Business: Market PlaceIncludes a wide selection of logally grown produce
21. University of Derby GraduationWhen: 23/1/2009 - 24/1/2009
Business: Market PlaceOn both days student will walk from Derby Cathedral to the Market Place for their ceremonies inside of Assembly Rooms, which will relayed on the Big Screen
22. Sugar ShackWhen: 23/1/2009 - 23/1/2009
Business: CUBE CafeEnter the Sugar Shack in the CUBE featuring The Trinity Band, Derby's most exciting live band. If you think you've got talent as a poet or a hip-hop, soul or R&B artist, sign up on the night for one of our open-mic slots. January Sugar Shack headlining act to be confirmed. Tickets: £6
23. Absolute Salsa at CUBEWhen: 30/1/2009 - 30/1/2009
Business: CUBE CafeHosted by Lee Hunter UKA (voted Top UK Teacher 2007) and the Absolute Salsa Team, the evening kicks off with fun 45-minute classes for everyone. Then it's hot salsa tunes and R&B Latin beats in a choice of two rooms until late! This will sell out so book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets: £8
24. 3 Pigs (presented by Storybox Theatre Company)When: 7/2/2009 - 7/2/2009
Business: Déda (formerly Derby Dance)A sty full of stories and song! The Three Little Pigs, Susannah the Fanciful Sow and The Old Woman and Her Pig are all brought to life with the masterful storytelling of Rob Burnett's Storybox Theatre. A porcine show to delight piglets, sows and old boars of all ages! Tickets: £5
25. Hurly BurlyWhen: 7/2/2009 - 7/2/2009
Business: CUBE CafeLet some glamour into your weekend with a naughty-but-nice burlesque evening, featuring an extravagant show packed full of satirical sketches, songs, dance and humour. Includes Marie-Louise's Better Red Than Dead, an unorthodox account of the traditional fairy tale. Tickets: £12 (£10)
26. Words@CUBEWhen: 10/2/2009 - 10/2/2009
Business: CUBE CafeThis great and increasingly popular poetry-packed open-mic night, hosted by Simon French, encourages the writer in you to spread your words in the CUBE cafe bar. So, come along and take to the stage or sit back and listen to the performers. Tickets: £2 (£1 if reading on the night)
27. Heart of Darkness (presented by Tavaziva)When: 12/2/2009 - 12/2/2009
Business: Déda (formerly Derby Dance)Heart of Darkness, created by Bawren Tavaziva and performed by six high-octane dancers, fuses African sensibility, music and dance with contemporary western theatre, with stunning results. Be entertained and inspired by Tavaziva's award-winning unique perspective on African dance. Tickets: £10 (£8)
28. Absolute Salsa at CUBEWhen: 27/2/2009 - 27/2/2009
Business: CUBE CafeHosted by Lee Hunter UKA (voted Top UK Teacher 2007) and the Absolute Salsa Team, the evening kicks off with fun 45-minute classes for everyone. Then it's hot salsa tunes and R&B Latin beats in a choice of two rooms until late! This will sell out so book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets: £8
