Derby County’s FA Cup win in 1946 is honoured in theatre's new show

Football and performance go head to head in a pitch-perfect theatrical tribute to Derby County’s FA Cup victory more than 70 years ago.
By Gay Bolton
Published 30th Aug 2021, 05:30 BST
Updated 7th Oct 2021, 06:56 BST
Extra Time will be staged at Derby Theatre from October 9 to 17, 2021.Extra Time will be staged at Derby Theatre from October 9 to 17, 2021.
Extra Time will be staged at Derby Theatre from October 9 to 17, 2021.

Extra Time, a production which basks in the glory and nostalgia of the 1946 FA Cup win, will be presented at Derby Theatre from October 9 to 17, 2021.

The work has been created by the football club’s poet, Jamie Thrasivoulou, in collaboration with fans and theatre makers.

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Derby Theatrte’s artistic director and chief executive officer Sarah Brigham will direct Extra Time. Sarah said: “I am incredibly excited about Extra Time and sharing this unique and exciting live show with our audiences and community. It’s a project we have been developing throughout the pandemic.”

"Extra Time is going to be a real theatrical treat for football and theatre fans this autumn. Come on Derby!"

Tickets for Extra Time cost £15. Go to www.derbytheatre.co.ukor call 01332 593939.

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