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Quad
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General information
Type Arts centre
Location Market Place
Address Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AS
Town or city Derby
Country England, UK
Completed 2008
Inaugurated 26 September 2008
Design and construction
Architecture firm Feilden Clegg Bradley

QUAD is a cool arts centre located in Derby, England. It first opened its doors on September 26, 2008. QUAD is a place where you can enjoy art, watch movies, and even create your own amazing artwork.

The building itself has a modern look, made with steel and glass. It was designed by architects from Feilden Clegg Bradley. When the design was chosen in 2004, some people thought it was a bit unusual.

What You Can Do at QUAD

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The QUAD building in Derby

QUAD is a lively spot with lots to offer. It has an art gallery, three cinemas, and a cafe. There are also special workshops where you can learn and make things. QUAD helps people connect with art and films. It's a great place for fun, learning, and getting involved.

You can even rent out artists' studios here. This means you can have your own space to work on creative projects. The cinemas show all kinds of movies. You can see classic silent films or the very latest blockbusters. One of the cinemas is a smaller, cozy room called "The Box." It often shows unique, lesser-known films.

The art gallery at QUAD hosts exciting exhibitions. Past shows have featured artists like Bruce Asbestos, Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley, and Hetain Patel. These exhibitions bring new and interesting art to Derby.

QUAD also offers creative courses for everyone. Both kids and adults can join these classes. You can learn new skills and explore your artistic side.

See also

  • Metro Cinema (Derby)

External links

  • QUAD Official Website: https://www.derbyquad.co.uk
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