THEATRE WITH HEART

Learn and perform a show in a week with PB Theatricals.

High-quality Amateur Theatre in the heart of the High Peak, Derbyshire

PB Theatricals is a not-for-profit theatre company, specialising in staging the works of Gilbert & Sullivan. These 19th-century operettas are perfect for all levels of ability and experience with their witty scripts, lush music and all sorts of loveable characters; from pirates to fairies to princes in disguise.

Our flagship shows are auditioned, rehearsed and performed over the course of one week in the summer. We also do a smaller production in the spring, auditioned and performed over one day.

We work with professional and emerging musicians to provide high-quality performance experiences for participants and continue to be guided by the creative vision of our founding director, Pamela Leighton-Bilik. We are an amateur organisation with a professional outlook, independently governed by our members, and we create a fun, friendly and inclusive space which is open to all.

Our 2026 Summer Show

The Gondoliers

Ages 16+

Auditions: Saturday 8th August, The Playhouse, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Rehearsals: 8th - 15th August

Performances: 15th August, The Playhouse, Chapel-en-le-Frith

16th August, The Medway Centre, Bakewell

Registrations open in the new year.

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Youth show 2023: Patience

"For me, the thing that makes PBT stand out from other drama/singing groups I’ve been a part of is its inclusivity. PB Theatricals has always felt like a family to me."

- James

Keep us going

We are a not-for-profit theatre group, and we rely on donations from generous members of the public to continue our activities.

Young adult show 2022: The Pirates of Penzance