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Welcome to a New Season
Hello and welcome to Castle Theatre’s Autumn season 2024.
As we say hello to a brand new and very busy season, I first want to acknowledge what summer brought us here at Castle Theatre. We saw never-before-seen shows on our stage such as Jurassic Musical Adventure and The Ladyboys of Bangkok and the feedback has been wonderful.
With the Autumn season upon us, we look to build on new and exciting shows and this transpires with visits from well known names such as Joe Pasquale, Jimmy Tarbuck, Andy Hamilton, Tommy Cannon, John Barrowman, Shaun Ryder, Kerry Ellis, Huey Morgan, Anton Du Beke, and Aled Jones, but it’s not only performers, October sees football’s very own Jeff Stelling take to our stage!
In addition to the new, we have the staples and firm favourites also returning such as Queenz, Psychic Sally, Jimeoin, Jive Talkin’ and the Imperial Classical Ballet, who are all back by popular demand and not to mention two visits from The Comedy Store.
If you’re a music fan, you are spoiled for choice this season with a diverse range of acts.
These include Bye Bye Baby, Purple Zeppelin, The Retro Rock Show, The Dolly Show, The Bon Jovi Experience, The Take That Experience, Abbamania, The Greatest Hits of Motown and The Neil Diamond Story to name a few!
And don’t think we’ve forgotten the little ones, if you’re looking to introduce your child to the theatre or just find some entertainment, we have visits from Peppa Pig, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly and The Smartest Giant In Town, and even have our very own Family Fun Day in October.
It’s never too early to get into the pantomime spirit! Make sure you ‘hook’ your tickets early and join us this December for The New Adventures of Peter Pan, our swashbuckling family adventure to Neverland!
With all of these and more, Autumn 2024 looks to be one of our most exciting and busiest seasons yet!
Martin Cleverley General Manager
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Joe Pasquale: The New Normal
Joe Pasquale has been showing off on stage for over 40 years and he’s been bringing his favourite things for another airing to show that things have never been normal…If you have ever wondered why chicken breasts don’t have nipples? Then this is the show for you. The 2024 show includes a Q&A.
Fri 6 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £27.50 (£25.50)
Genre: Comedy
After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession, Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen. Featuring a huge collection of anecdotes and video clips highlighting a fabulously glittering career, from going to school with John Lennon to playing golf with Bing Crosby and of course his rise to fame hosting Sunday Night at the Palladium. Stories that retell the incredible journey of a true national treasure.
Celebrating 25 years on the road in 2024, this world-class production features stunning performances of the most popular Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You, Don’t Stop Me Now and many more.
As seen on BBC ONE, ITV This Morning, Channel 5, SKY, ITV London, featured in The Times,, The Daily Mail and the METRO and voted the U.K’s BEST Dolly Parton impersonator, West End star, Kelly O’Brien is country legend Dolly Parton.
Accompanied by some of the UK’s finest musicians, Kelly and her band play songs like 9 to 5, Jolene, Islands in the Stream, I Will Always Love You and many more.
HHHHH 'Looks, sounds and speaks like Dolly…treat yourself to this seriously fun night out”TIME OUT
Join Neil Brand, composer, writer, broadcaster, musician with his all-new show about the immortal comedy duo. Neil is acclaimed as a world expert on music for silent film and silent comedy with his original composed and improvised scores performed live. Fully illustrated with stills, clips (silent and sound) and Neil’s superlative piano accompaniment and culminating in two of the Boys’ best silent short films, this show promises gales of laughter throughout.
Sun 8 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £30
Genre: An Evening With
Sat 7 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £29 (£27.50)
Offer: Buy 10 tickets, get 11th free Genre: Music
Fri 13 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £28
Genre: Music
Wed 11 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets: £23
Genre: Comedy/Music
Daniel O’Reilly, better known as his character creation Dapper Laughs, is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK, and his fans have grown up with him through the years!
He has had many characters, but for this live show he’s going ‘out of character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far.
From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father, he’s been on some rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you got your seat belt on!
Sat 14 Sep, 8pm
Tickets £27.50
Genre: Comedy
Queenz are back with a BRAND NEW SHOW! Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime. Direct from London’s West End and featuring more sequins and surprises than ever before, the gals are ready to drag you to the dancefloor and serve up the ultimate celebration of powerhouse popstars & dazzling disco divas.
‘One of the best shows I have ever seen’ GAY TIMES
Wed 18 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £28.50
Offers: Buy 10 tickets, get 11th free Genre: Music/Variety
Get ready to be transported back in time to when iconic rock songs ruled MTV and Power ballads graced the airwaves! Critically acclaimed The RETRO Rock Show delivers an experience like no other. With a carefully chosen set list spanning 3 decades, a band of the most revered musicians on the live music scene, all
complimented by the soaring powerhouse vocals of the BBC’s The Voice herself, Kerry O’Dowd!
Fri 20 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £27 Genre: Music
32 Years of Rock ‘n’ Rolling The World!
The boys are back on the road to celebrate this incredible show’s 32nd year. All Holly hits are played live on stage by these amazing young actor-musicians. With driving rhythms, authentic arrangements and stunning harmonies, there is no other show that delivers a better Buddy experience.
Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!
From the birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the show is packed with over forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cliff Richard, Cilla Black and many more.
Thu 26 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £25
Offer: 4 tickets for the price of 3 Genre: Music
Sat 21 Sep, 7.30pm
Tickets £28.50 (£26.50)
Genre: Music
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains the place to see tomorrow’s stars today. The likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Milican, have all cut their comedy teeth with us.
We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today.
Simply the funniest show you’ll see all year!
'Still the greatest and most influential comedy club on the planet'
Sat 28 Sep, 8pm
Tickets £19
Genre: Comedy
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don’t know why she swallowed a fly...
But The People’s Theatre Company do! And now you can too as they bring the world’s best loved nonsense rhyme to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams’ bestselling book!
With a captivating combination of live action, animation and puppetry, this magical re-telling of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly is sure to surprise and delight children and nostalgic adults in equal measure.
Described in Las Vegas as one of the world’s finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond, Bob Drury has been astounding audiences with is vocal likeness for twelve years during which time he has performed throughout the UK, Europe and in the United States for the American Neil Diamond Fan Club in both Nashville and Las Vegas. Bob is joined by his amazing band and the
show tracks Neil’s journey from unknown and struggling New York songwriter to international mega-star. The music covers every stage of a staggering music career spanning five decades.
Thu 3 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £29
Genre: Music
Sun 29 Sep, 2.30pm
The
Celebrating 30 years on the road this year, The Bon Jovi Experience is back. Endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself, the official band to Bon Jovi recreates the electrifying energy and atmosphere that transports you back to the heyday of stadium rock. It’s pure rock ‘n’ roll euphoria!
Sat 5 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £26.50
Genre: Music
Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Join Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party, it’s going to be an exciting and fun packed day.
Prepare to sing and dance with colourful scarecrows, feed the penguins, build big sandcastles, and even swim in the sea! Packed full of songs, dance and muddy puddles. Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out guarantees giggles and snorts for all Peppa fans, and is a perfect introduction to theatre.
As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK's number one boy band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as their most popular and recognised tribute act. With acclaimed vocal performances, replica costumes and iconic dance routines, The Take That Experience recreate the magic of the ‘Greatest Hits Tour’.
Fri 11 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £28
Genre: Music
Bye Bye Baby
Bye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, featuring over 30 of Valli’s greatest hits. Enjoy a night to remember with incredible four part harmonies, roof raising falsetto and energetic and stylish choreography, all backed by their excellent 4-piece band.
Wed 9 - Thu 10 Oct Wed, 10am, 1pm & 4pm Thu, 10am & 1pm
Tickets:
£20 full price, £18 Under 16s, £12
6 - 12 months - plus infant in arms 0-6 months
Offers: Family Ticket £73
(2 full price, 2 under 16s)
Genre: Family
Recently described by Chortle as a mix between Jack Dee and Frank Skinner wrapped in a Mod’s fashion sense, Matt is taking his debut show on tour. A selection of his best bits from 7 years on the comedy circuit which have taken him all over Europe, from basements and arenas supporting the likes of Ricky Gervais, John Bishop, Suzi Ruffell and Jason Manford.
Sat 12 Oct, 8pm
Tickets £17.50
Studio
Genre: Comedy
Sat 12 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £28
Genre: Music
Live comedy’s internationally acclaimed Jimeoin returns with an hilarious evening of worldclass stand up on his brilliantly funny new tour show, ‘Who’s Your Man?!’* Yours might be one of the hundreds of millions of views of his online comedy clips, or perhaps you’ve seen his fantastic TV appearances on Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance or Conan O’Brien but NOTHING beats seeing this Irish observational joke-master where he is most at home, live on stage!
Jimeoin’s cheeky no-gimmicks and superbly observed sense of humour, has won him many
Join Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling, anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years, as he is interviewed live on stage by his Sky colleague, Bianca Westwood.
This exclusive evening of football nostalgia will include anecdotes from his amazing career, that saw him rise to fame as the recognisable face of Sky Sports Soccer Saturday.
Please make sure you join us for another dive into the rich seam of Hollywood musicals and popular choral works, from Oliver! to La La Land via Lerner & Lowe, The Mamas & The Papas and Abba. Our main attraction will be a sparkling, innovative new production of the perennial favourite, Trial by Jury, featuring your favourite characters, the re-introduction of some original never-before-heard material, plus a surprise or two. Not to be missed!
Wed 16 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £32 standard, £67.50 VIP
(includes best seats, welcome drink, VIP lanyard, best seats, photo with Jeff, pre-show meet. Starts at 6pm, arrive by 5.45pm).
Genre: An Evening With
awards, with his wide appeal and great craic keeping audiences in stitches across the globe.
Our favourite Irishman funnyman from Australia is at the very top of the stand-up comedy game and for a superb night out, we recommend you book fast! Who’s your man? Why, it’s Jimeoin, of course!
*Plus support
Tue 15 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets: £21
Genre: Variety/Cabaret
Thu 17 - Sat 19 Oct
Thu - Sat Eve, 7.45pm Sat Mat, 2.30pm
Tickets £12 (£8)
Genre: Community
1974 ABBA won the Eurovision song contest with Waterloo and you can still dance, you can still jive and have the best time of your life. Europe’s leading ABBA tribute, Abbamania, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and live musical performances on stage.
Abbamania’s widely acclaimed tribute to ABBA is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits from Waterloo to Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Fernando and Chiquitita, all of which will have you dancing in the aisles.
So dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with Abbamania!
Thu 17 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £29.50
Offers: 10 tickets for the price of 9
Genre: Music
Kerry EllisQueen of the West End
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards.
Her list of credits is remarkable and include Oliver!, Cats, Miss Saigon, Chess, The War Of The Worlds, and Anything Goes, among many others. She has recorded 4 studio albums, and toured the world both as a solo artist and with her good friend Sir Brian May.
Singing songs from the biggest musicals and telling stories about how she came to play roles, this is a unique opportunity to see and hear the West End’s biggest hits in a very intimate setting on a tour of the UK. Don’t miss it.
Fri 18 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £32 standard,
VIP £52 (next best seats & goody bag)
Meet & Greet £77 (best seats, goody bag, pre-show goody bag and meet & greet. Starts at 6pm, arrive by 5.45pm).
Genre: Music
Shaun Ryder
Happy Mondays, And Fridays, And Saturdays, And Sundays
He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour. The star of more TV shows than anyone has the right to feature on, including Celebrity Gogglebox, and I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, among many others, redefined the sex’n’drugs’n’rock’n’roll lifestyle during the halcyon age of Madchester. He’s touring in support of his new book: Happy Mondays, And Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays. Fans can look forward to a carnival of excess, wild tales, and improbable truths, as they enjoy the talents of a unique rock’n’roll star dubbed Britpop’s answer to WB Yeats. Strap yourselves in and say Hallelujah for Shaun.
Sat 19 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £33 Standard, VIP £53 (next best seats & goody bag), Meet & Greet £83 (best seats, goody bag and pre-show meet & greet, arrive at 5.45pm).
Genre: An Evening With/ Spoken Word
Strictly Come Dancing legend and judge, Anton Du Beke, takes to the stage with his BRAND NEW show this autumn. With his live band, special guest Lance Ellington, and his dancers, expect a fab-ulous evening of song, dance and laughter.
Anton will be performing songs and dances from some of his favourite eras throughout the decades. Also expect behind the scenes stories from his time on Strictly that will have you laughing out loud. Don’t miss this special opportunity to get up close and personal to the King of the Ballroom in 2024.
Tue 22 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets Band A £54.50,
Band B, £48.50
Genre: Dance
SELLING FAST
JOHN BARROWMAN, LAID BARE is his newest show, unwavering and uncensored about his passion for life and his profound love of song and story. Every song, whether a Broadway classic or a contemporary hit, showcases John’s inimitable style and his dazzling voice.
Bringing his stories, personal anecdotes and infectious energy to a show that promises to leave you inspired and uplifted long after the final curtain falls.
LAID BARE is more than a concert - it's a celebration of artistry, passion, and the joy of music.
Wed 23 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets from £30
In addition to your show ticket, why not make your night extra special with these optional experiences:
Pre-Show Soundcheck Q&A - £50, starts at 5.30pm
Post-Show Meet & Greet Photo Op - £40
Genre: An Evening With
He’s a national treasure who became a household name as one half of Cannon & Ball. Tommy Cannon played the straight man to the late Bobby Ball as the double act dominated prime-time TV for more than a decade. An actor, singer and comic, Tommy has lived an extraordinary life, most recently being lauded by rock star Robbie Williams, at a sell-out concert in Manchester.
Now he’s returning to the stage in Rock On, Tommy, a variety show featuring clips, incredible stories, tons of laughter, audience Q&A’s and more. Fans can meet the man who has provided laughter to millions since debuting in 1968 on the talent show Opportunity Knocks.
Purple Zeppelin
Purple Zeppelin pay tribute to Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin - together on the same bill for the very first time!!! In a ‘full on’ show with costume changes, you’ll hear more than 30 classic songs, basically THE BEST BITS, ALL OF THE TIME!
The accent is firmly on entertainment with Ritchie Blackmore’s on stage antics, Jimmy Page’s twin neck guitar and a very special Violin Bow solo! Come and experience the excitement of Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin in one mesmerising show!
Sat 26 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £25
Genre: Music
Thu 24 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £26
Genre: An Evening With
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! IN 1997 Gary and Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on Heart FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb. As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin is very much a family affair, with brothers Gary and
Darren Simmons taking the roles of Barry and Maurice Gibb, with Darren’s son Jack joining the group in 2014 and taking on the role of Robin Gibb.
Fri 25 Oct, 7.30pm
Tickets £27 (£26)
Offers: Buy 10 tickets, get the 11th free
Genre: Music
The Barbara Hooton School of Dancing proudly presents a display of dancing. An evening of Ballet, Tap, Contemporary and Modern Dance. Staring our students who will perform to loved music from the Classics, West End Musicals and today’s hits.
An evening with
Andy Hamilton
In an intimate evening of comic reflection, reminiscence, and revelation, award-winning writer and comedian Andy Hamilton looks back over his more than forty years in comedy and seventy years on the planet and tries to answer some questions! He recalls stories from this extensive professional career in comedy, and shares memories, anecdotes, and opinions, from the political to the personal. In the second half of the show, the audience can ask Andy questions on any topic at all.
Thu 31 Oct, 7.30pm
16+
Tickets £22
Genre: Comedy
Fri 1 Nov, 7.30pm
Sat 2 Nov, 2.30pm
Tickets £14 (£12)
Genre: Community
A Christmas Cracker!
The tale of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to life in this classic story of greed, grief, ghoulish ghosts and eleventh-hour redemption...with a comedy twist. Reimagined for stage by Patrick Barlow of the West End hit The 39 Steps, sees 5 actors playing a multitude of roles. Wellingborough Technical Players' hilarious interpretation of the ageless story captures Dickens’ festive classic for a new generation.
Tue 5 - Fri 8 Nov, 7.45pm Sat, 2.30pm & 7.45pm
Tickets £12, Tue
£14 (£12) Wed - Sat
Genre: Community Studio Theatre
The nation’s favourite psychic is back on tour!
Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and old around the world for over 12 years. Her show will have you on the edge of your seats, as she continues to bring mediumship into the 21st century.
Whether you know her from her hit TV series, through watching her on Celebrity Big Brother or reading one of her best-selling books, there is nothing quite like seeing Sally live on stage.
With Sally’s love, laughter and warmth, this show is a unique evening not to be missed.
The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment. Parental discretion - under 16s supervised by an adult.
Imperial Classical Ballet® presents
The Nutcracker
Tue 5 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £28
Genre:Medium/ Entertainment
A lavish Ballet of festive season
Featuring Live Orchestra with over 30 musicians
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to your local theatre for a dazzling production of the most famous ballet in the world - The Nutcracker.
Snow flurries, sweets, princes, magic, and love are just some of the elements that will be brought together. A highly accessible ballet, full of familiar music such as the Waltz of the Flowers and the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
This ballet continues to capture the hearts and imaginations of all generations across the world.
It is a truly captivating piece of theatre, a wonderful introduction to ballet whilst retaining its appeal for anyone who is familiar with it.
George wishes he wasn’t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giantsized clothes, he decides it’s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he’s the smartest giant in town…until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help - and his clothes!
This heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need is brought to life in a musical, puppet-filled adventure, following on from Little Angel Theatre’s best-selling adaptations of Julia Donaldson’s picture books including The Singing Mermaid and The Everywhere Bear.
Wed 6 Nov, 1.30pm & 4.30pm
Tickets
Full price £17, 12 months+ £15, 6-12 months £12, 0-6 months
FREE with Infant in Arms ticket.
Offers: Family Ticket £61 (2 full price, 2 12 months +)
Thu 7 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £40 (£38), £26 Under 16s
Genre: Dance
This amateur production of A Christmas Carol is presented by arrangement with Samuel French Ltd a Concord Theatricals Company.
Celebrating over 50 years since the legendary US West coast country rock band The Eagles formed in 1971, The Illegal Eagles return to Wellingborough for another outstanding show with the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics, including Hotel California, Desperado, New Kid in Town and many more…
Fri 8 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £36.50
Genre: Music
Set during the dark and dangerous build-up to the second world war, Goodnight Mister Tom follows sad young William Beech, who is evacuated to the Idyllic English Countryside and builds a remarkable and moving friendship with the elderly recluse Tom Oakley. All seems perfect until William is devastatingly summoned by his mother back to London.
Performed by students from Wellingborough School.
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. His recording of Walking in the Air, from the animated film The Snowman, firmly established him as a household name and he has become an integral part of the nation’s festivities.
Now after 40 years in the business, he’s reflecting on his remarkable career with never-before-heard music and career-defining stories, all in his own words.
Sat 9 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £33
VIP, £53 (includes best seats and a goody bag)
Meet & Greet, £73 (includes pre-show meet & greet with Aled, front row seats and a goody bag)
Tue 12 - Thu 14 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £18 (£12)
Genre: Community
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains the place to see tomorrow’s stars today. The likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Milican, have all cut their comedy teeth with us. We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today.
Simply the funniest show you’ll see all year!
'Still the greatest and most influential comedy club on the planet'TIME OUT
Fri 15 Nov, 8pm
Tickets £19
Genre: Comedy
The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of MOTOWN is back in Wellingborough this Autumn. The stunning 100% live show combines first class music together with slick choreography and an amazing band.
How Sweet It Is has been drawing audiences like no other touring Motown show. Its magic lies in…how these guys make you all feel you’re at the best party in town.
You’ll be ‘Dancing on The Ceiling’, wth songs from legendary artists such as Lionel Ritchie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many more... so let’s ‘Get Ready’.... to ‘Go Loco... Down in Wellingborough... Oh! With the UK’s No.1 MOTOWN.
Guaranteed to have you dancing ‘All Night Long’.
Sat 16 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £34.50
Genre: Music
The definitive insight into the real life of Britain's most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer. For decades they were feared as the ultimate criminal gang lords of the London underworld, but their reign of terror came crashing to an end when in 1969 both Ronnie and Reggie Kray were given life sentences by a judge at the Old Bailey. TV legend Fred Dinenage was chosen by the twins to tell their official story, and he became one of the very few people allowed into their inner circle.
Join Fred in person as he discloses what it was like to venture into some of Britain's toughest institutions and meet the most foreboding twins in criminal history, who other journalists just couldn’t get close to.
Fri 22 Nov, 7.30pm
Tickets £28
Genre: An Evening With
16+ 16+
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. On behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
André Rieu’s 2024 Maastricht Concert: Power of Love
André Rieu is ready to blow you away with his brand new cinema concert Power of Love. From his picturesque hometown of Maastricht, the King of the Waltz presents a must-see big screen spectacular.
31 Aug, 7pm, Sun 1 Sep, 2pm Genre: Music
Royal Ballet and Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
It’s Figaro’s wedding, and you’re invited to join the Almaviva household for an uproarious day of revelation and scandal. Mozart’s comic opera is packed with plot twists, forbidden desires and unforgettable melodies, combining laugh-out-loud comedy with moments of breathtaking beauty.
Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic
A witty, bittersweet story of an incomplete boy left alone in a strange new world. Filmed live in March 2024 at the Wales Millennium Centre, Cardif.
25
Royal Ballet and Opera: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Trumble down the rabbit hole in this ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s famous family story. Journey through Wonderland with Alice and encounter a host of curious characters in Christopher Wheeldon’s unique theatrical interpretation.
Royal Ballet and Opera: Cinderella
This Christmas, be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family.
Sun 15 Dec, 2pm Genre: Ballet
Royal Ballet and Opera: The Nutcracker
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Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright’s beloved Royal Ballet production, as fairytale magic comes together with spectacular dancing in this unforgettable classic ballet.
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A fun, high-energy class blending Commercial, Jazz, and Contemporary styles, developing coordination, strength, flexibility, self-confidence, and performance skills.
Students work with various scripts, devise and improvise to find their creative voice, and develop acting skills safely with vocal and physical technique exercises.
These classes develop singing, dancing, and acting skills, introducing students to various shows and styles to inspire their passion for theatre performance.
BOOKING
In person Castle Theatre, Castle Way, Wellingborough, NN8 1XA: Mon – Sat, 10am –3pm. When there is a performance, our Box Office will open one hour prior to each performance and remain open until 15 minutes after the last performance starts. Sunday and Bank Holidays opening times vary, please check castletheatre. co.uk for more information.
By Telephone
01933 270 007, Mon – Sat, 10am – 3pm Online: www.castletheatre.co.uk
Ticket delivery Tickets will be sent out by second class post for a fee of £1.50 if selected at the time of purchase. If the performance is within 7 days of purchase, tickets will be held at the Box Office for collection.
BOOKING FEES
In order to ensure our booking fees are transparent, please note the following information: All prices listed in this brochure and online are inclusive of all booking fees. A booking fee from £1.50 is charged on each ticket, this fee directly supports the running costs of Castle Theatre. Ticket revenue is divided between the many different parties and an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit the theatre. By adding a small booking charge, we ensure that every penny goes to supporting your theatre and ticket prices are kept to a minimum.
PAYMENT METHODS
Castle Theatre is cashless. This means that we won’t accept any cash as a form of payment, at either the Box Office or the Bar. Chip and pin and contactless payments (including Apple Pay and Google Pay) will be accepted.
DISCOUNTS/OFFERS AND CONCESSIONS
Concession prices are available on most shows for Under 16s, Students, Jobseekers, Disabled Patrons and Patrons of State Pension age. Customers must state concessions or offers that they are entitled to at the time of booking as they cannot be applied retrospectively. Discounts and special offers may be limited or subject to availability. Only one discount applies per ticket. Although discounts apply in most cases, external promoters may on occasion exclude certain categories.
Blue Light Card and NHS Workers discounts Discounts are available to selected shows for holders of a Blue Light Card or NHS workers.
Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office and online, ID must be shown when collecting tickets.
REFUNDS, EXCHANGES AND RESERVATIONS
Once purchased, all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable between different events. Tickets can however be exchanged within a run of a performance, subject to availability and a fixed administration fee. For sold out shows only, tickets can be returned to the Box Office for resale no later than 7 days prior to the performance date; customers will receive a credit refund valid for one year; for tickets returned within 7 days of the performance date for resale, the Box Office must guarantee a buyer for the tickets before a credit refund can be offered. Tickets can be held on reservation for three working days, or until 3 days prior to the performance date, whichever is first. Reservations cannot be made or held within 3 days of the performance date. In the unlikely event that a performance is cancelled, a full refund will be given.
ACCESS
Castle Theatre is easily accessible for all. The Box Office welcomes calls from customers who wish to discuss any special requirements prior to their visit.
Disabled Access
We have 12 spaces for wheelchairs in the main auditorium, and a minimum of 2 in our studio theatre; these areas are only available to book by calling the Box Office on 01933 270 007 and advance booking is recommended. Blue badge parking is available adjacent to Castle Theatre. Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the building.
Access Membership Scheme
Customers on our Access Register are eligible for a concession (when available) or (if assistance is needed), a free carer companion. To register on our Access Register, please contact the Box Office for a form.
Booster Seats
Castle Theatre has a limited number of booster seats available on a first come, first served basis.
INFANT IN ARMS
On eligible performances, children under 24 months (or younger on specific performances) can sit on parent or guardian’s lap for a performance free of charge with a valid Infant in Arms ticket. Infant in Arms tickets are only available by calling the Box Office on 01933 270 007.
DATA PROTECTION
We would like to retain your details on our database in order that we can keep you informed of future events and other Castle Theatre/ Parkwood Theatres news. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about what information we hold about you. You will be asked if you would like us to retain your details for this purpose at point of sale, and can update your preferences at any time by accessing your account on our website or by calling the Box Office. Full details on how we use your data and our Privacy Policy can be found at: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/ ParkwoodTheatres/privacypolicy
THE SMALL PRINT
All information in this brochure was correct at the time of printing - July 2024. The management reserves the right to make changes to the programme, and introduce discounts and other price changes without notice.
HOW TO FIND US
Castle Theatre is easily accessible by car. It is a 10 minute walk from Wellingborough Train Station and a 10 minute walk from the central bus stop on Church Street.
By Road Castle Theatre is easily accessible via the M1/A45 and the A14/A509.
By Rail East Midland Trains run directly from London St Pancras to Wellingborough in under an hour, and the line directly links to Bedford, Kettering, Market Harborough and Leicester.
Parking Free parking is available in the car park behind the theatre.
