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Booksmart

Academic overachievers Amy and Molly thought keeping their noses to the grindstone gave them a leg up on their high school peers. But on the eve of graduation, the best friends suddenly realise that they may have missed out on the special moments of their teenage years. Determined to make up for lost time, the girls decide to cram four years of not-to-be missed fun into one night — a chaotic adventure that no amount of book smarts could prepare them for.Told from a wildly original modern perspective, Booksmart is an unfiltered comedy about high school best friends and the bonds we create that last a lifetime. Capturing the spirit of our times, Booksmart is a coming of age story for a new generation.

15 November 7.30pm (doors 7pm)

Tickets £5 OTD

Certificate 15 for strong language and sex references. More details here…

The Current War

Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse — the greatest inventors of the industrial age — engage in a battle of technology and ideas that will determine whose electrical system will power the new century. Backed by J.P. Morgan, Edison dazzles the world by lighting Manhattan. But Westinghouse, aided by Nikola Tesla, sees fatal flaws in Edison’s direct current design. Westinghouse and Tesla bet everything on risky and dangerous alternating current. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Michael Shannon and directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon and written by Michael Mitnick, also stars Katherine Waterston, Nicholas Hoult, Tom Holland, Matthew Macfadyen, and Tuppence Middleton.

22 November 7.30pm (doors 7pm)

Tickets £5 OTD.

Certification 12A. More details here…

Present Laughter

by Noël Coward

Matthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott (BBC’s Sherlock, Fleabag) in Noël Coward’s provocative comedy Present Laughter.

As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.

Captured live from The Old Vic in London, Present Laughter is a giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness.

For more information, email ntlive@nationaltheatre.org.uk

28 November, 7pm (doors 6.15pm)

Tickets £14

A Musical Celebration

A wonderfully uplifting show celebrating all types of music, from pop to jazz musical theatre  to opera with a large sprinkling of Christmas magic, presented and produced by Lynda Radford and featuring talented  singing students from all over Derbyshire A great event to get you in the mood for Christmas.

8 December,

Matinee 2pm, doors 1.30pm

Evening 8pm, doors 6.30pm

Bakewell Silver Band

An evening of festive Christmas music with the Bakewell Silver Band. Enjoy the music, a festive raffle and refreshments.

14 December 7.30pm

Tickets £5

Tickets can be obtained from band members or by calling 07486 904761.

ABBA Sensation

Widely considered to be one of the best ever ABBA Tribute Acts, they play to packed theatres and festivals throughout Europe. A stunning stage show, which combines costume changes, lighting effects and a faithful reproduction of the ABBA sound.

A great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed for all age ranges.
The band love audience participation, so you can sing along, clap or even get up and dance.

27 March 7.30pm (doors 7pm)

TICKETS £13.50

01629 810152

Simon Evans: The Work of the Devil

Simon Evans’ last show, Genius 2.0 (***** “A Masterclass” The Scotsman) provided an hilarious analysis of the departure of any visible sign of intelligence from modern life. But his new show raises the stakes, with his usual excoriating views of a world on fire given a perspective shift from personal revelations that turned his world upside down this year.

“A gripping and, ultimately heart-warming tale… rich with Evans’ wit and caustic observation.” (**** The Scotsman)

“You expect a high standard of stand-up from this veteran performer. But in sharing something so deeply personal, he’s exceeded what seemed to be his full potential… I’d expect it to get even better when it goes out on tour. Outstanding stuff.” ( **** ½ Chortle)

Simon Evans is the star of Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth & Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon has made appearances on This Week, Question Time, Celebrity Mastermind, Pointless Celebrities and Mastermind The Professionals.

10 April, 8pm (doors 7.15pm)

Tickets £15/13