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The Shakespeare

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The Shakespeare books Covers, Acoustic, Pop, Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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The Shakespeare has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Derby venues for size comparisons.

Derby pub with food, drinks and live music.

Venue at a glance The Shakespeare · Derby

c. 200

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standingmedium

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flexibleper week

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doorsnightly

Backline

PA + micsgear

Covers

Books

originals+3 more

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Derby pub with food, drinks and live music.

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Capacityc. 200 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

Websiteshakespearederby.co.uk

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The Shakespeare 16 Sadler Gate
Derby
Derby DE1 3NF

Genres

Covers

Acoustic

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Rock

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About The Shakespeare

The Shakespeare is a grassroots music venue in Derby, Derby with a standing capacity of approximately 200. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Shakespeare books Covers, Acoustic, Pop, Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Derby venue directory.

The ‌‌‍Shakespeare is a bar and kitchen set in a 300-year-old building at the heart of Sadler Gate in Derby's Cathedral Quarter. Closed since 2020, it was reborn in September 2023 after a £385,000 refurbishment, blending heritage with contemporary style and adding a Scandinavian-style rear garden. Food runs to American-style pizzas, smoked meats and gourmet burgers, with all-day cocktail deals and bottomless brunch. For performers, it runs live music and DJ nights plus a weekly Sunday open mic and summer garden jam sessions, comfortably hosting up to around 200. A lively, well-equipped grassroots spot in central Derby.

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16 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derby, DE1 3NF

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What equipment does The Shakespeare provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Derby venues by backline.

What genres does The Shakespeare book?

The Shakespeare books Covers, Acoustic, Pop, Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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What is the capacity of The Shakespeare?

The Shakespeare has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Derby venues for size comparisons.

Does The Shakespeare have open mic nights?

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Where is The Shakespeare?

16 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derby, DE1 3NF. See the map below for directions. Browse more Derby venues nearby.

What are typical fees at The Shakespeare?

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