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SUMMER 2012 For the team at Royal & Derngate, this Summer promises to be one of the busiest yet! Our unique series of events Festival Of Chaos, chosen to help celebrate London Festival 2012, runs from May to July. It sees the in-house teams create all the elements for three sensational full scale Made In Northampton productions and collaborate with some seriously exciting theatre-makers. A host of talks, events and activities designed to complement the Festival are detailed on pages 16 and 17.

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We also continue to welcome some of the biggest names in touring theatre to our stages – with highlights including Matthew Bourne’s Early Adventures, Kneehigh’s Steptoe And Son, and a knock-out line-up of stand up comedians and one night music events. Don’t miss details of the two new Made In Northampton productions this year – God Of Carnage and Bully Boy. Add these to your subscription package and you will receive a discount on your ticket price.

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We are also pleased to be able to announce that we are now licensed for Weddings and Civil Ceremonies. If you are looking for the perfect venue in Northampton that offers you and your guests a truly unique wedding experience, then why not become one of the first to be married on our Royal stage, against the exquisite backdrop of this Victorian auditorium. We can offer a bespoke package that can also include using one of the theatre spaces for a glamorous reception.

Please see the back page for details and come along to our Open Day to find out more.

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REAL DISCOUNTS 16–25 year olds Full details of all discounts and concessions are available on page 58.

We would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to Take Your Seat as part of the plan for our brand new cinema. With the support of our local patrons, we aim to make the cinema-going experience in Northampton extra special – please see page 50 for details.

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Enjoy an indulgent Champagne and Chocolates special with Matthew Bourne’s visit in May, or entertain the kids with an Activity Pack in conjunction with the delightful Angelina Ballerina - The Mousical in July. Full details of each package are available from Box Office – just ask when booking.

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A ROYAL & DERNGATE CO-PRODUCTION WITH DANIEL SCHUMANN AND LEE DEAN IN ASSOCIATION WITH CHARLES DIAMOND

LADIES IN LAVENDER based on the film written and directed

by Charles Dance adapted for the stage by Shaun McKenna

Thu 26 April 4.30pm In Conversation With Ladies In Lavender Includes Cornish Cream Tea Tickets £10

Director Robin Lefevre Designer Liz Ascroft Lighting Mick Hughes Composer Nigel Hess

FRI 6 – SAT 28 APRIL

Sound John Leonard

Based on the hit film screenplay by Charles Dance starring Judi Dench and Maggie Smith, and on the original short story by William J Locke, Ladies In Lavender tells the tale of two sisters Ursula and Janet who live in a close-knit fishing village in picturesque Cornwall, in 1936.

Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 10 Apr 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 7 Apr) TUE 17 APRIL

When a handsome and talented young Polish-Jewish violinist bound for America is washed ashore, the Widdington sisters take him under their wing and nurse him back to health. However, the presence of the mysterious young man disrupts their peaceful lives and the community in which they live.

WED 18 APRIL TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £22 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

The production pairs acclaimed actresses Hayley Mills (Wild At Heart) and Belinda Lang (2Point4 Children) in the starring roles. The cast also includes Robert Duncan (Drop The Dead Donkey), Carol Macready (Eden End at Royal & Derngate), Abigail Thaw who recently performed in the ITV Christmas special Endeavour, and fresh new talent Robert Rees. The production features the exquisite music from the film composed by Nigel Hess, for which he won a classical Brit award.

2 for the price of 1 on top two prices (Fri 6 Apr) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Sat Eves & Mats)

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Robert Duncan

Carol Macready Robert Rees

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ROYAL & DERNGATE YOUTH THEATRE

CARMEN – BIZET REMIXED WED 11 – SAT 14 APRIL EVES 8PM

SAT MATINEE 4PM

Against the turbulent backdrop of a country under occupation, a young soldier is torn between love and duty. Performed by an extraordinary cast of young people and a professional band, this bold retelling of Bizet's blistering opera propels the classic story into the present and transforms the famous score into a stunning contemporary soundtrack.

TICKETS £7

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ANDY ABRAHAM

HISTORY OF THE BIG BANDS THU 12 APRIL 7.30PM This exciting new show takes audiences on a magical musical journey, revisiting the very best of the swing era with a magnificent 13-piece big band. A series of first class soloists are led by the talented and charismatic Andy Abraham who rose to fame in 2005 on The X Factor where he wowed the judging panel and audiences across the nation with his soulful voice and winning personality.

TICKETS £23

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CHRIS & PUI ROADSHOW 2012 FRI 13 APRIL

11.30AM & 2PM

CBeebies’ favourite double-act is coming back to town!

IDEA EAST L HOLID ER A TREA Y T

Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee have been the main faces on CBeebies since it started and remain top of the tots with their new TV show, aired every weekday.

Fresh from their hit stage show Show Me Show Me, you can see them live and have a giggle with them too in their fabulous new roadshow packed with fantastic songs, games and a few surprises along the way.

TICKETS £10

Children’s Activity Offer Food & Fun £4.50

£32

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PAUL MERTON OUT OF MY HEAD SAT 14 APRIL

8PM

Discover the bizarre workings of Paul Merton’s brain, as he muses on the mighty behemoth that is his noggin. Paul returns to his stand-up roots for the first time this century, in a night of sketches, music, magic and, variety. With Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster.

“EXTRAORDINARY INTELLECTUAL BRILLIANCE” OXFORD TIMES TICKETS £24

Recommended for ages 14 and above

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SUN 15 APRIL

7.30PM

After wowing audiences all over the UK and spending three years in London’s West End, Dancing In The Streets is back! Experience the energy, excitement, emotion and electricity of Motown in this spectacular celebration of classic music from the heart of the Motor City – Detroit!

Including classic hits I Heard It Through The Grapevine, Stop In The Name Of Love and many more.

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DANCING IN THE STREETS

TICKETS £25

THU 19 APRIL

7.30PM

Prepare yourself for a party when the legendary That’ll Be The Day returns by popular demand with a brand new 2012 production.

This hugely entertaining rock ’n’ roll spectacular combines an all-new line up of knock-out hits from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s with hilarious new comedy routines, to create the ultimate feel-good party atmosphere!

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THAT’LL BE THE DAY

TICKETS £23 £21.50

PUCCINI’S LA BOHÈME SAT 21 APRIL

7.30PM

This is a sparkling new production directed by Ellen Kent, boasting stunning designs, sumptuous sets and glorious costumes. A Puccini masterpiece, La Bohème is the classic tale of Parisian love and loss and features many famous arias including Your Tiny Hand Is Frozen and They Call Me Mimi.

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AN ELLEN KENT PRODUCTION

“AUTHENTIC, TENDER AND PASSIONATE” DAILY TELEGRAPH TICKETS £35 £32 £28 £23 £19

This production will be sung in Italian with English surtitles.

SUN 22 APRIL

7.30PM

Acclaimed pianist Freddy Kempf returns with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra for the second part of his Beethoven series, completing this collection of the composer’s five sublime piano concertos.

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FREDDY KEMPF’S BEETHOVEN PIANO SERIES PART 2

Part One received a sensational public response in September 2011 – you won't want to miss this.

TICKETS £31 £28.50 £26 £24 £20 £14

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SUMMER STORYTELLING EVENTS OTHER

A STORYTELLING DOUBLE-BILL FROM TWO OF THE BEST NEW GENERATION STORYTELLERS THU 26 APRIL

8PM

ON THE HEELS OF THE HOUND One brave scealai (myth-teller) will lure you into the fantastical world of Ancient Ireland. Claire Muireann Murphy brings you on this dark and ferocious journey where warriors leap with blinding frenzy, one-eyed monsters hunt the shores, and shape-shifters blur the line between this world and the ever-so-close otherworld.

THE GIFT Dominic Kelly melts down an adult fairy tale and pours it inside a crunchy contemporary shell. Young men face impossible tasks, young girls may lose their lives, and you can find the strangest things inside the ear of a horse. Comic and suspenseful this powerful performance explores responsibility - to ourselves and the next generation - and the consequences of walking away from it.

A stroll in the hills may never seem the same again.

TICKETS £9.50

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

At The Black Bottom Club, George Row, Northampton

MIDSUMMER BACCHANALIA SAT 23 JUNE 11PM – 1AM See in Midsummer’s Day with a unique and immersive storytelling experience at Royal & Derngate, discovering dramatic performances as you explore the theatre’s different spaces. Unearth our DJ in a secret location, listen to intriguing tales and enjoy a spectacular midnight feast shared by audience and performers alike, as our Resident Storyteller Jo Blake Cave tells the captivating story of how Dionysus was born.

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Recommended for ages 18 and above

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A LOVE LIKE SALT THU 28 JUNE 8PM ‘How much do you love me?’. The Devil's Violin present A Love Like Salt, three fabulous tales that have gripped us for hundreds of years - stories full of passion and longing, drama and danger, stories of love and lust, of life and death.

“A SCINTILLATING COMBINATION OF MUSIC, SOUND AND STORY” THE TIMES TICKETS

Recommended for ages 12 and above

£9.50

At The Black Bottom Club, George Row, Northampton

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CARRY ON SWINGING THU 26 APRIL

7.30PM

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CHRIS DEAN’S SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA Once again, Chris Dean’s Syd Lawrence Orchestra has struck gold, bringing you an enormously enjoyable evening of big band music including Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald – and there’s further fun to be had, courtesy of mischievous leader Chris Dean.

TICKETS £19

THE OSMONDS FRI 27 APRIL

7.30PM

For over five decades The Osmond Brothers have entertained sold out crowds, broken countless box office records and received numerous awards including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This tour will take fans on a journey through their many unforgettable and classic hits, such as One Bad Apple, Love Me For A Reason and Long Haired Lover From Liverpool.

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Y ED IT IT BIL M LI ILA A V A

TICKETS £30.50 £28.50

JIMMY CARR

GAGGING ORDER SAT 28 APRIL

8PM

Brand new show, brand new jokes, same old Jimmy. Gagging Order promises to be an hilarious night out. The show will be packed with one-liners, stories and jokes – some clever, some rude and a few totally unacceptable.

TICKETS £26

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Recommended for ages 16 and above

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MON 30 APRIL – SAT 5 MAY The No.1 greatest musical, Grease, arrives at Royal & Derngate for one week only! Danny Bayne (winner of ITV’s Grease Is The Word, Hairspray) stars as Danny alongside Carina Gillespie (The Buddy Holly Story) as Sandy, while singing sensation Rhydian Roberts brings the X Factor as Teen Angel.

Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time as ‘bad boy’ Danny and ‘the girl next door’ Sandy fall in love all over again. It’s the original highschool musical, featuring all the unforgettable songs from the hit movie including You’re The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy, Greased Lightnin’ and many more.

So throw your mittens around your kittens and Hand Jive the night away with the show that’ll make you want to stand up and shout, ‘A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop, A-wop-bam-boom!’

“GREASE IS STILL THE WORD” SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

Mon – Thu Eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8pm WED 2 MAY THU 3 MAY TICKETS Mon – Thu Eves £32.50 £27.50 £22.50 £17.50 £13 Fri & Sat Eves & Sat 5pm £35 £30 £25 £20 £15 Fri 5.30pm £26.50 £21.50 £16.50 £11.50

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NATIONAL THEATRE CONNECTIONS TUE 1 – THU 3 MAY National Theatre Connections is a nationwide celebration of new writing and young theatre talent. Royal & Derngate is one of 20 venues across the UK, from Bristol to Belfast, hosting a showcase festival of performances from our region as part of Connections.

The plays performed have been commissioned especially for Connections and have been written by some of the most exciting playwrights in the UK and beyond. They include So You Think You’re A Superhero?, Journey To X, Alice By Heart, Victim, Sidekick, Boyfriend, Me, Little Foot, The Grandfathers, Socialism Is Great, and llyria.

Don’t miss your chance to be amongst the first to see these thrilling new works, performed by the rising stars of our region.

For more information about the Connections programme visit www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ connections

ROYAL & DERNGATE YOUTH THEATRE

ILLYRIA THU 3 & FRI 4 MAY

7PM

Illyria Once famous for beautiful green green woods.

Once music Once beautiful dancing now famous for War. When British journalist Maria Vargas is posted to the war-torn country of Illyria to interview the wife of the country's dictator, she soon finds herself pulled into a world of darkness, violence and torture.

Royal & Derngate Youth Theatre perform this beautiful and lyrical play by award-winning playwright Bryony Lavery, exploring the horror of war and its ability to corrupt the human heart.

To see Royal & Derngate's schedule of performaces, visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk TICKETS £6 per day

Supported by Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Accenture

TICKETS £6 Recommended for ages 14 and above

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SHAPPI KHORSANDI

ME AND MY BROTHER IN OUR PANTS, HOLDING HANDS SAT 5 MAY

7.45PM

Shappi Khorsandi, British Comedy Award 2011 Nominee and star of Live At The Apollo and Have I Got News for You, is on tour with a brand new show about a brother and sister who were best friends but also beat each other up.

“MAKES LIVE COMEDY THRILLING” EVENING STANDARD TICKETS £14.50

Recommended for ages 14 and above

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WE’LL MEET AGAIN

THE DIAMOND JUBILEE SHOW SUN 6 MAY

2.30PM

Back again by popular demand, this brand new show stars Marilyn Hill Smith from the West End tour of The Sound Of Music, together with an all-star cast including comedian Adam Daye. The show brings the spirit of the wartime era alive, recreating the music and memories that kept Britain smiling through her darkest days. Ideal music to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

TICKETS £13

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THE RAT PACK IS BACK THU 10 MAY 7.30PM The original British tribute to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr, brings the style and excitement of Las Vegas to vivid life.

The Rat Pack Is Back celebrates some of the finest music and song that has ever been recorded in a swinging evening packed with glamour.

“THESE GUYS ARE FANTASTIC” DANNII MINOGUE

TICKETS £20

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STEWART FRANCIS SAT 12 MAY

7.30PM

Stewart Francis, the Canadian-born comedian known for his deadpan delivery of killer one-liners and appearances on Mock The Week and Live At The Apollo, is bringing his new show to Northampton.

“GAGS ARE RAZORED-DOWN ONE-LINERS WITH DISARMING SET-UPS LURCHING INTO TWISTED AND BITTER PAY-OFFS” SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY TICKETS £19.50

Recommended for ages 14 and above

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WITH STRICTLY COME DANCING STAR AND NATIONAL TREASURE ANITA DOBSON

DIRECT FROM THE WEST END

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WICKEDLY FUNNY”

A SCORCHING PERFORMANCE”

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DAILY EXPRESS Eves 7.45pm Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm

THE HILARIOUS BACKSTAGE STORY OF THE MAKING OF WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE?

WED 9 MAY

A PLAY BY ANTON BURGE, DIRECTED BY BILL ALEXANDER

THU 10 MAY

TUE 8 – SAT 12 MAY Renowned actresses Anita Dobson and Greta Scacchi step into the shoes of legendary rivals Bette Davis and Joan Crawford as their 30-year feud reaches boiling point.

In Anton Burge’s new comedy, two Hollywood stars whose careers have hit rock bottom, are thrown together for the filming of the now classic film What Ever Happened To Baby Jane? The highs, the lows, the tantrums, are all exposed during this great night out at the theatre.

The movie propelled them both back to stardom, but will they ever speak to each other again?

“FUNNY AND SHARP” THE TIMES

Fri & Sat Eves £25.50 £22.50 £21.50 £17.50 £11.50 Thu Matinee £15.50 £9.50

2 for the price of 1 on top two prices (Tue 8 May) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Thu Mat)

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THE NATIONAL THEATRE PRODUCTION OF J.B. PRIESTLEY’S CLASSIC THRILLER

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Eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm

TUE 15 – SAT 19 MAY

WED 16 MAY

From Stephen Daldry, the Oscar nominated Director of The Reader, The Hours and one of Britain’s best-loved films Billy Elliot, comes the multi award-winning production of J.B. Priestley’s classic thriller An Inspector Calls – direct from its fourth West End season.

THU 17 MAY

Hailed as the theatrical event of our generation, winning more awards than any other play in history, this landmark production from the National Theatre has thrilled audiences in the West End, on Broadway and throughout the world with its epic and wildly imaginative staging, raw emotion, evocative score, lashing rain and chilling suspense.

When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences.

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TICKETS Tue – Thu Eves & Sat Matinee £25 £23 £20 £17.50 Fri & Sat Eves £29.50 £26.50 £25.50 £23.50 Wed Matinee £23 £21 £18 £15

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SUN 20 MAY

7.30PM

Fusing together an eclectic combination of traditional music, electronica, fiddles and brilliant voices, The Imagined Village returns, following its success at Royal & Derngate in February last year. The outstanding group of musicians that form The Imagined Village include Jackie Oates, Martin and Eliza Carthy, Simon Emmerson and many more.

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THE IMAGINED VILLAGE

“A JOYOUS CELEBRATION OF ENGLISH AND GLOBAL CULTURE” THE TIMES TICKETS £21

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TUE 22 MAY 8PM Following his sell-out success in 2008, the award-winning comedian, actor/screenwriter of Grandma’s House and presenter of Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Simon Amstell returns to Northampton with a brand new stand-up tour, Numb.

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“PAINFULLY FUNNY” EVENING STANDARD TICKETS £22

Recommended for ages 14 and above

THU 24 MAY 7.30PM The National Youth Jazz Orchestra is one of Britain’s longest running and most successful ensembles for young people, playing big band jazz and offering a unique learning experience for Under 25s.

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THE NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA

“FORGET THE WORD YOUTH, THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST BANDS YOU WILL EVER HEAR” SIR JOHN DANKWORTH TICKETS £19

SAT 26 MAY

7PM

Unleash your inner Einstein with explosive fun for all the family! Back by popular demand, the Science Museum returns with more spectacular science, dangerous demonstrations and extraordinary experiments in this fantastic live show designed to blow your mind and challenge your brain.

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SCIENCE MUSEUM LIVE ON TOUR

“A SHOW THAT LIGHTS UP THE WORLD. GO AND SEE IT!” HHHHH WHATSONSTAGE TICKETS £14.50

Recommended for ages 7 and above

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MADE IN NORTHAMPTON 2012 SUBSCRIPTION SEASON

FESTIVAL OF CHAOS When putting together the Made In Northampton season, I like to return to plays that retain a strong hold on my imagination. I realised that three of my favourite plays all explored similar themes – how deep-rooted desires can often come into conflict with social codes and expected behavior. From this central idea came the basis of our season Festival Of Chaos, which features three World and European premieres and has been chosen by the Cultural Olympiad to form part of London Festival 2012.

The Bacchae kicks off the trilogy, and its message underpins much of the Festival – the conflict between Dionysus, the God of chaos, wine and ecstasy, and the civilising forces of order in society. This ancient play by Euripides, first performed in Athens almost two and a half thousand years ago, will be re-imagined for Northampton audiences in a non-traditional setting. I am thrilled that with the help of an extraordinary creative team, we will be transforming an old print works in the town centre into our stage. We are creating a seated auditorium in this central location, that is fully accessible to all of our audiences.

We hope that you will come and be part of a truly one-off experience.

Federico García Lorca’s Blood Wedding, the second in the trilogy, will be staged in the Royal auditorium and features the same company of actors as The Bacchae, with a performance schedule that has been designed so that you can see both plays in the same day. Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler rounds off our season later in July, looking with fresh eyes at one of theatre’s most compelling heroines.

There is much more to the Festival than these three plays; Royal & Derngate’s Youth Theatre Groups and Actors Company have all taken their inspiration from the Festival’s themes and are presenting their own bold re-tellings of some classic tales. We are also featuring a series of talks looking at the legacy of Dionysus, which can be enjoyed pre or post certain performances of The Bacchae and Blood Wedding. On Midsummer’s Eve you can also immerse yourself in a unique storytelling experience, Midsummer Bacchanalia and enjoy a spectacular midnight feast! The adjacent page gives you a snapshot of all these events, so please enjoy looking through the brochure and reading more about them.

Laurie Sansom Artistic Director P.S. We are thrilled to be able to announce two further Made In Northampton productions this year – Yasmina Reza’s God Of Carnage (page 39) and Bully Boy by Sandi Toksvig (page 35). Subscribers – don’t forget that you can add these shows to your existing package and receive a significant discount.

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THE BACCHAE

by Euripides a new adaptation by Rosanna Lowe

WILD WOMEN

SUPPRESSING THE URGE

FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

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BLOOD WEDDING

by Federico García Lorca a new adaptation by Tommy Murphy FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

MIDSUMMER BACCHANALIA SAT 23 JUNE

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TALES OF METAMORPHOSIS THU 28 – SAT 30 JUNE

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HEDDA GABLER

by Henrik Ibsen a new version by Andrew Upton FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY

THE LOVE OF THE NIGHTINGALE THU 19 & FRI 20 JULY

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

THE BACCHAE

Director Laurie Sansom Designer takis Composer Dougal Irvine Associate Director Neil Bettles

by Euripides a new adaptation by Rosanna Lowe

Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell Sound Designer Christopher Shutt Musical Director Thomas J Indge Eves 7.45pm Thu & Sat Matinees 3pm (excl. Thu 31 May 2.30pm)

FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

Blood Wedding and The Bacchae are performed in rotation. See page 22 for full schedule.

“He is wildness. He is freedom. He is everywhere.”

In the underbelly of a modern city built on money and greed, a riotous underground world is emerging. Local women are being seduced by a hedonistic god who pits ecstasy and emotion against more rational traditions of order and control.

MON 11 JUNE TUE 12 JUNE TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £22 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28)

Through song and ritual, Dionysus unleashes the sexuality of an emerging cult of female Bacchae, not only to seek revenge on the city above that he thinks has forgotten him, but to remind us that his spirit lies within all of us and we ignore him at our peril.

Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

Directed by Laurie Sansom and featuring a spectacular original score, playwright Rosanna Lowe’s new version of Euripides’ Greek tragedy captures, at hurtling pace, this devastating yet surprisingly comic tale. Staged within the fascinating setting of a disused print works in the town centre, audiences are plunged into an atmospheric world of dancing, drinking and laughter on the one hand… and murder, violence and retribution on the other.

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BLOOD WEDDING

Director Laurie Sansom Designer Oliver Townsend Composer Dougal Irvine

by Federico García Lorca a new adaptation by Tommy Murphy

Associate Director Neil Bettles Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell Sound Designer Christopher Shutt Musical Director Thomas J Indge Eves 7.45pm (excl. Thu 31 May 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 3pm

FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

Blood Wedding and The Bacchae are performed in rotation.

See page 22 for full schedule.

“When things twist down into your deepest core, nothing can rip them out” In a close-knit community in rural Spain, a long-term feud between two warring households simmers under the burning sun.

WED 13 JUNE

A desperate mother reluctantly agrees to her son’s choice in bride, but on the day of the wedding her worst fears are realised when the bride disappears with a former lover.

The flames of the family feud are re-ignited, and the fleeing couple are cornered in the depths of a mysterious forest.

TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £22 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28)

THU 14 JUNE

Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

Poetry and music combine in this brand new version of Federico García Lorca’s haunting masterpiece. Brought to life by the same company as The Bacchae, and penned by the award-winning Tommy Murphy, it sees its World Premiere in Northampton.

2 for the price of 1 on top two prices (Fri 25 May) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Mats)

“TOMMY MURPHY'S ADAPTATION IS AN ACT OF URGENT REMEMBRANCE. AN UNFLINCHING, DEVASTATING, MOVING AND FUNNY REANIMATION” SYDNEY MORNING HERALD ON HOLDING THE MAN

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS EXTRAS DERNGATE The Bacchae and Blood Wedding are performed in rotation:

MAY Fri 18 Sat 19 Fri 25 Sat 26 Mon 28 Tue 29 Wed 30 Thu 31 JUNE Fri 1 Sat 2 Tue 5 Wed 6 Thu 7

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ENHANCE YOUR VISIT ACCOMMODATION Some customers have travelled from as far afield as Brighton, Bristol and even a few from Belfast to see our Made In Northampton productions! We appreciate the support of our long distance patrons, so have joined in partnership with our friends at Holiday Inn to create some very special accommodation deals for our Festival Of Chaos shows.

ONLY £99 (single show) or £138 (double bill) per couple* *Includes show tickets, transfers to the theatre and hotel room, based on two sharing.

MAKE A DAY OF IT! You might decide to make a day of it and see The Bacchae and Blood Wedding on one day. If so, we can look after all your Eat and Drink needs with our delicious range of sandwiches, soups and salads made on‑site in our kitchen. You can also enjoy a free indulgent treat when booking one of our Meal Deals. Just show your Made In Northampton ticket at our café.

SCHOOLS As part of Festival Of Chaos, we are offering on-site workshops suited to your school, as well as the chance for your students to experience short performances by local artists in your school.

For more information on how we can work with you, call Erica Martin on 01604 655757 or email erica.martin@royalandderngate.co.uk

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TUE 29 & WED 30 MAY As part of New Adventures’ 25th anniversary celebrations, Britain’s favourite choreographer Matthew Bourne (Swan Lake, Nutcracker!, Edward Scissorhands) presents a triple bill of acclaimed early works that launched his career.

Spitfire, ‘An advertisement divertissement’, was Matthew Bourne’s first hit in 1988, hilariously placing the most famous 19th Century ballet showstopper in the world of men’s underwear advertising.

Town And Country from 1991 gave Bourne and his company their first Olivier nomination. It is remembered as the piece that crystallized the Bourne style; gloriously witty and ironic, but also strangely moving and heartfelt. It explores notions of national character from a bygone era through the evocative music of Edward Elgar and Noel Coward, amongst others.

The Infernal Galop was inspired by icons of France in the ’30s and ’40s. This is France as seen by the uptight English imagination, with all the traditional clichés joyously paraded for our entertainment, and climaxing in Offenbach’s inevitable Can-Can!

“SERIOUSLY BEAUTIFUL CHOREOGRAPHY” TIME OUT 1991 ON TOWN AND COUNTRY

Eves 7.30pm Wed Matinee 2.30pm TICKETS £23 £21

£3 off top two prices

Champagne & Chocolates £15

Recommended for ages 12 and above

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RHOD GILBERT THE MAN WITH THE FLAMING BATTENBERG TATTOO

Brahms Academic Festival Overture Elgar ‘Enigma’ Variations Brahms Violin Concerto Conductor Andrew Litton Violin Nigel Kennedy Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

THU 7 JUNE

Nigel Kennedy’s mass appeal and unique talent has brought a fresh perspective to the classical music world, and his extraordinary and varied career has given him a remarkable reputation as the all-time, best selling classical violinist.

Brahms’ Violin Concerto is an ideal showpiece for such a charismatic performer from its noble opening movement and gorgeous central Adagio, to an energetic finale. Highly esteemed conductor Andrew Litton provides the perfect musical partner to Nigel Kennedy, and boasts a wealth of acclaimed performances.

Why not join us for a pre-concert talk at 6.30pm with conductor Andrew Litton?

8PM

A regular on Live At The Apollo and with his own BBC1 show Ask Rhod Gilbert, he is one of the world’s hottest comedians.

Rhod Gilbert’s stand-up rants on life’s minor irritations are legendary, but this year he is a more mellow fellow altogether.

He is now so laid-back he even let someone tattoo a Battenberg on him. Could this be the Mr Angry of comedy as you’ve never seen him before?

“WITHOUT DOUBT ONE OF THE BEST COMEDIANS ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD” TIME OUT “COMEDY MANNA FROM HEAVEN” THE INDEPENDENT

TICKETS £45 £40 £35 £30

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WILD WOMEN

DIONYSUS, VIOLENCE AND THE FEMALE IN THE BACCHAE AND BEYOND - A TALK

THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY

SAT 9 JUNE

FRI 15 & SAT 16 JUNE 8PM

6PM

Join Amanda Potter for an introduction to the role of women in Greek tragedy, exploring Dionysus and the ancient Greeks’ view that women were wild and needed to be tamed, as well as our view of women and violence today.

Amanda is a PhD student with the Open University researching viewer reception of Greek myth on television. She has published work on Torchwood, Xena:Warrior Princess and Charmed. This talk is part of the Arts and Humanities Research Council funded project Communicating Ancient Greece And Rome.

There will be a question and answer session following the presentation.

Why not join us for this talk before the evening performance of Blood Wedding, or after the matinee of The Bacchae?

TICKETS FREE (Donations welcome to Royal & Derngate's Future Fund)

SUPPRESSING THE URGE

You may think it's a long way down the street to the chemist.

But that's just peanuts to space ...

The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy became an instant and enduring classic on its launch as a radio series. Now Douglas Adams' immortal creation explodes into life again in a ground-breaking new stage show.

The legendary radio and TV cast are re-united, bringing to life the characters written for them in highlights from the entire Hitchhiker’s saga. Directed by Dirk Maggs and starring Simon Jones, Geoff McGivern, Susan Sheridan, Mark Wing-Davey and the voice of Stephen Moore, this show is a self-contained adventure which will introduce newcomers of all ages to Vogons, Babel Fish, Marvin the Paranoid Android and much more.

REASON AND DESIRE IN GREEK DRAMA - A TALK SAT 16 JUNE

6PM

The battle between the head and the heart is at the core of Euripides’ The Bacchae. Dionysus’ calling for us to follow our base instincts is placed in opposition to Pentheus’ need for order and structure.

This is a theme that is central to literature, art and culture from the ancient Greeks to the present day and is a concept that has fascinated artists, writers and philosophers over the centuries.

Chris Carey, Professor of Greek at University College London, provides us with an insight into the concept behind the struggle between the Dionysiac and the Apollonian which form the basis of Nietzsche’s The Birth of Tragedy.

Why not join us for this talk before the evening performance of The Bacchae, or after the matinee of Blood Wedding?

£3 off all prices

TICKETS £26.50 £22.50 £21.50 £19.50

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a family day the perfect place for Royal & Derngate is rground, de ily shows in our Un out. With regular fam ns for sio ses Do & Move, Make the hugely popular er in our off e’ fre t ea ds ‘ki a ys, Under 5s on Saturda , there has ily friendly welcome café, plus a big fam yourselves. for t ou it try to time never been a better ! seeing you soon We look forward to

WHITE TUE 12 JUNE 11AM & 2PM Welcome to the beautifully strange world of White.

Full of birdsong and birdhouses, it gleams and dazzles and shines in the night. Two friends look after the birds and make sure the eggs stay safe. The world is bright, ordered and white.

But high up in the trees, all is not white. Colour appears. First red... then yellow... then blue...

Presented by Catherine Wheels Theatre Company, this playful and highly visual new show for Under 4s is the perfect first time theatre experience.

In association with the East Midlands’ Children’s Theatre and Dance Festival Jump In.

TICKETS £6

MOVE, MAKE & DO WORKSHOP SESSIONS FOR UNDER 5s AND THEIR FAMILIES

SATURDAYS 11.15AM–12.15PM (28 April – 26 May) Our hugely popular Move, Make & Do sessions offer a varied and fun focussed programme that uses dance, music, art and drama to create an hour of weekend fun for Under 5s and their grown-ups. Anything can happen in a Move, Make & Do session, from exploring a polar bear’s iceberg house, to singing songs in the forest with Little Red Riding Hood or learning the Wizard’s recipe for magic potions! Sessions encourage imaginative play that young people and their families can enjoy together. Spaces are limited, so we recommend booking in advance.

TICKETS £6 per child, per session (up to two accompanying adults free)

DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT IN JUNE HALF TERM! WED 6 – FRI 8 JUNE 11AM Join one of our popular Family Workshops this half term. Facilitated by professional performers, these magical sessions use a range of art forms to encourage imaginative play that young people and their grown-ups can get thoroughly stuck into together! These are sessions for the whole family, so whilst they are particularly suitable for 2 to 6 year olds, siblings of any age are welcome too.

TICKETS £6 per person (advance booking recommended)

ACT, DANCE & PLAY SATURDAYS 11AM–12.30PM Our Saturday group for 5 to 8 year olds is the perfect bridge between our family work and our Youth Theatre. Every Saturday during term time, the group meets to have fun and build confidence whilst learning a range of performance skills.

Parents are invited to join in the end of every session so the children can share their progress, and the group works towards shows or sharings at the end of each term. Incorporating art work and “messy play” as well as singing, dance and drama, these sessions aim to allow children to express themselves creatively in a fun and relaxed environment.

TICKETS £55 per term We never want finance to be a barrier to inclusion, so bursary places are available for those who need them.

Details and application packs are on our website.

FREE CHILD’S SANDWICH FROM OUR ‘JUST’ RANGE WITH EVERY PURCHASE OF AN ADULT MEAL DEAL ON FAMILY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE DAYS.

DON’T MISS Chris And Pui Roadshow (page 6) Dream Space (page 27) Angelina Ballerina – The Mousical (page 31) A Christmas Carol (page 44) Cinderella (page 45)

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A GLOBE EDUCATION AT SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE PRODUCTION, IN ASSOCIATION WITH ROYAL & DERNGATE

PUPPETRY STORYTELLING SPECTACLE IDEAL FOR AGES 5 AND ABOVE

THU 14 – SAT 23 JUNE Following the huge success of Flathampton, Royal & Derngate are delighted to be bringing children and their grown-ups another gorgeous interactive adventure. The Dream Space is a place of playfulness, imagination, invention and sanctuary… a place where dreams are made.

Directed by Royal & Derngate’s Associate Director Dani Parr (Flathampton, The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe), it brings the illusion, magic and mystery of its inspiration, Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, to life. With five actors, outstanding puppets, live music, a magical forest installation to explore and fairies to be found, this fun-filled performance plunges participants in an exciting and mystical world.

Like us, the internationally renowned Shakespeare’s Globe receives critical acclaim for its work with young children and we are delighted to be working with them on The Dream Space. It is a perfect introduction to the magic of Shakespeare for children, and performances have been specifically created for school audiences in the week and families at the weekend.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Thu 14 Jun Fri 15 Jun Sat 16 Jun Sun 17 Jun Mon 18 Jun Tue 19 Jun Wed 20 Jun Thu 21 Jun Fri 22 Jun Sat 23 Jun

10am 1pm 10am 1pm 11am 2pm No Performances 10am 1pm 10am 1pm 10am 1pm 10am 1pm 10am 1pm 11am 2pm

TICKETS Red and Green Performances £7.50 Red Performances Only £6.50

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THE SOUNDS OF THE SUPREMES SUN 17 JUNE 7.30PM The Supremes’ music personified the Motown sound that influenced a generation. Since 1989 The Sounds Of The Supremes, led by Kaaren Ragland (a former member of the original Supreme Mary Wilson’s ’70s/’80s group), have achieved a remarkable degree of worldwide success performing chart topping hits such as Stop In The Name Of Love, You Can’t Hurry Love and Baby Love.

TICKETS £21

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SCHOOLS ARTS FESTIVAL 2012 WED 20 JUNE 6.30PM 4 Learning Associates, in collaboration with Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust, present Schools Arts Festival 2012, featuring dance, music and drama performances by young people from primary and secondary schools across the county.

TICKETS £8

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

ROYAL & DERNGATE YOUTH THEATRE

IN THE BEGINNING THERE WAS CHAOS FRI 22 JUNE

6.30PM

Journey to a mythological landscape of gods, heroes, monsters and most importantly… stories! In this performance, our Youth Theatre groups Acting For Stage, The Apprentice Company and The Younger Musical Company combine to tell their favourite Ancient Greek myths and legends.

TICKETS £7

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80s MANIA SAT 23 JUNE 8PM Step back in time with 80s Mania, featuring the legendary Top Of The Pops and Radio 1 DJ and presenter Mike Read on screen as your video roadshow host. 25 chart topping pop icons, including Duran Duran, The Human League and Kim Wilde, are authentically recreated with a live band and awesome dancers in a show that features all your favourite ’80s hits.

TICKETS £19.50

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NMPAS GALA CONCERT SUN 24 JUNE 7.30PM Leader Liz Rankin Soloists Charlotte Skinner and Corinne Malitskie Conductors Peter Dunkley and Tim Green Northamptonshire County Youth Orchestra Performances of Rimsky Korsakov’s Russian Easter Festival Overture, Lalo’s Symphony Espagnol, Bruch’s Kol Nidrei and Respighi ‘s Pines Of Rome.

TICKETS £11 £10 £9

THE ACTORS COMPANY

TALES OF METAMORPHOSIS THU 28 – SAT 30 JUNE 8PM What if Dionysus, the spirit of primal urges, ecstasy, and chaos, was born in our time? Inspired by Festival Of Chaos, Royal & Derngate’s community group, The Actors Company present some of Ovid’s classic stories of transformation, excess and punishments, adapted by Justin Butcher (Scaramouche Jones, The Firebrand). All explore the desires Dionysus unleashes and the havoc he leaves in his wake – with a contemporary twist.

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TICKETS £9

SUN 1 JULY NEW GENERATION CONCERT 2PM Performances by the County’s Junior Orchestra, Wind Orchestra, Brass Ensemble, String Orchestra, Girls’ and Boys’ Choirs and ‘Jazz 3’.

SECOND GENERATION CONCERT 7.30PM Performances by the County’s Training Orchestra, String Orchestra, Brass Band, Wind Orchestra, ‘Jazz 2’, Guitar Ensemble and Training Girls Choir.

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NMPAS SUMMER FESTIVAL OF MUSIC

TICKETS £11 £10 £9 With foyer entertainment from the Northampton Rock School

SUN 15 JULY 7.30PM Celebrate the joys of summer as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra brings you a programme of glittering orchestral gems and choral classics.

Talented pianist Viv McLean joins the Orchestra once again to perform Gershwin’s jazz-inspired favourite Rhapsody In Blue, and together with celebrated conductor Owain Arwel Hughes and local choir the Northampton Bach Choir, this concert is sure to delight all tastes.

TICKETS £31 £28.50 £26 £24 £20 £14

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LAST NIGHT OF THE DERNGATE PROMS

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DERNGATE FROM THE TEAM THAT BROUGHT YOU DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS FEATURING THE CLASSIC HITS A Teenager In Love Sweets For My Sweet Viva Las Vegas Little Sister Save The Last Dance For Me and many more...

BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD PRESENT

DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS MEETS DIRTY DANCING IN AN ALL NEW ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MUSICAL

MON 25 – SAT 30 JUNE From the team that brought you the huge success that is Dreamboats And Petticoats, Save The Last Dance For Me will take you back through the ‘music and magic’ of the early ’60s, a time when each passing week brought another rock ‘n’ roll classic.

Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran (Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds Of A Feather), and featuring the unmistakable music of Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, this nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport you back to music’s golden era as we follow two teenage sisters through the summer of ’63.

For the first time without their parents, the siblings embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local U.S. Air force base. But young love and holiday romance is never as simple as it sounds, and the sisters soon realise that while the world around them is still watching itself in black and white, life and love can be much more colourful.

“A FEEL-GOOD MUSICAL DELIVERED IN RIP-ROARING STYLE” DAILY TELEGRAPH

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Mon – Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm WED 27 JUN THU 28 JUN TICKETS Mon – Thu Eves & Sat Matinee £30 £26.50 £22.50 £17.50 £15.50 Fri & Sat Eve £32.50 £29.50 £24.50 £20.50 £16.50 Wed Matinee £26 £24 £16 2 for the price of 1 on top two prices (Mon 25 Jun) £3 off top three pricesPLAY at other times (excl. Wed SAVER Mat)

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ANGELINA BALLERINA – THE MOUSICAL

ROYAL & DERNGATE YOUTH THEATRE

THE LOVE OF THE NIGHTINGALE

WED 11 – SAT 14 JULY WED 6PM, THU & SAT 2PM & 6PM, FRI 4PM & 7PM Everyone's favourite little star, Angelina Ballerina, pirouettes onto the stage in her brand new musical, a magical show packed full of singing and dancing.

THU 19 & FRI 20 JULY 7.45PM

Angelina and her friends think their dreams have come true when Camembert Academy wins the opportunity to appear in their favourite television programme Dancing With Mice. But when the girls and boys have very different ideas for the show and just can't seem to agree on anything, it's up to Angelina as Dance Captain to ensure that the show goes ahead!

Myth is the oblique image of an unwanted truth reverberating through time.

Set against the backdrop of war outside Ancient Athens, Timberlake Wertenbaker’s play revives an ancient myth that tells of the rape of Philomela by her brother-in-law Tereus, and the gruesome revenge she undertakes with her sister Procne.

So put on your ballet shoes and join Angelina, Alice, Gracie, Viki, AJ and Marco for the most stupendous mousical of the year! © 2012 Hit Entertainment Limited

The Love Of The Nightingale explores war and peace, men and women, the relationship between repression and violence, and the endless conflict between Dionysus and Apollo. This thoughtful production, performed by a cast of skilled young actors, will confront the darker aspects of human nature while capturing the beauty and mystery within this timeless tale.

Children’s Activity Offer Food & Fun £4.50

TICKETS Wed & Thu £14.50 £13.50 £10 Fri & Sat £16.50 £14.50 £10.50

TICKETS £7

Wed & Thu £50 Fri & Sat £58

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

HEDDA GABLER

by Henrik Ibsen a version by Andrew Upton

Director Laurie Sansom Designer Ruth Sutcliffe Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell Sound Designer Ben Harrison Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 10 July 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 7 July)

FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY As explored throughout the Festival Of Chaos trilogy, the disruptive power of Dionysus is captured here within the heart of one of the most compelling women ever portrayed in literature.

TUE 24 JULY WED 25 JULY TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £22 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28)

Stifled by the boredom of her comfortable existence, Hedda Gabler finds herself caught in a claustrophobic marriage. Consumed by the burning desires within her, and haunted by a half-forgotten ghost ‘with vine leaves in his hair’, she sets out on a destructive path that pits her lust for drama and beauty against the social conventions of the day.

Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

Co-Artistic Director of Sydney Theatre Company Andrew Upton's adaptation showcases all the danger and theatricality of Ibsen’s masterpiece, exploring in a fresh new way why this flawed heroine has captivated audiences for generations. It was seen on Broadway in 2006 starring Cate Blanchett in the title role, and now receives its European premiere in Northampton under the direction of Laurie Sansom. Upton’s recent work includes the critically acclaimed The White Guard at the National Theatre. Design is by Ruth Sutcliffe, who received a Theatre Award UK nomination alongside Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell for 2010’s exquisite The Duchess of Malfi at Royal & Derngate.

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A KIND OF MAGIC MON 23 – FRI 27 JULY 10AM–4PM Join us this summer for a week of magical musical theatre. Featuring songs from hit West End shows such as Wicked, We Will Rock You and The Wizard Of Oz, this project will give you the opportunity to work with experienced theatre professionals to create a brand new musical inspired by some of your favourite shows. Improve your singing, dancing and acting skills as you prepare for a world premiere performance for friends and family on the final day. Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or a seasoned performer, our creative team will allow you to set your own challenges so this exciting new project offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to perform on the Derngate stage!

Director Holly McBride is part of the Arts team at Royal & Derngate, Choreographer Karen Edwards has extensive West End and television credits including Grease, Jesus Christ Superstar and Strictly Come Dancing, and Musical Director Christopher Peake has taught musical theatre at Mountview and Italia Conti as well as working on a broad range of shows as composer, conductor and vocal coach.

This summer school is recommended for ages 11-16. Earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups are available on request.

THE TALES OF BEEDLE THE BARD MON 30 JULY – FRI 3 AUGUST 10AM–3PM Join us this summer for a magical theatre extravaganza as we create our own adaptation of J. K. Rowling’s The Tales Of Beedle The Bard.

Young actors will become students of Hogwarts for the week, learning spectacular spells, creating supernatural scenery and transforming into some of J. K. Rowling’s most weird and wonderful characters.

The summer school will provide a fun, relaxed and safe environment where children can discover their individual talents whilst working together towards a performance that they can feel really proud of!

Recommended for ages 7-12, earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups are available on request.

For more information please contact our Youth Theatre Director Natalie Diddams on 01604 655777 or email youththeatre@royalandderngate.co.uk.

To book contact Box Office.

For more information please contact our Creative Projects Manager (Children and Families) Holly McBride on 01604 655732 or email holly.mcbride@royalandderngate.co.uk. To book contact Box Office.

COST £100 per participant

COST £100 per participant

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Sandi Toksvig Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 28 Aug 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 25 Aug)

by Sandi Toksvig

TUE 11 SEPTEMBER WED 12 SEPTEMBER THU 13 SEPTEMBER

FRI 24 AUGUST – SAT 15 SEPTEMBER Falklands War veteran Major Oscar Hadley is sent to a combat zone to probe allegations of severe misconduct by Eddie Clark, a young squaddie from Burnley and part of a self-styled ‘Bully Boy’ unit of the British army. As the interrogation develops, the two men bond as they try to come to terms with the horrors they have both experienced at war.

TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £22 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

Written by broadcaster and writer Sandi Toksvig and featuring a star cast, Bully Boy is a poignant and heartfelt exploration of post war trauma. It provides a startling insight both into the minds of soldiers, and into their treatment by society when they return.

2 for the price of 1 on top two prices (Fri 24 Aug) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Mats)

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“HAVING PRODUCED TWO SERIES OF LIVE DRAMA FOR SKY ARTS, SANDI TOKSVIG HAS NOW WRITTEN HER OWN PLAY ABOUT POSTWAR TRAUMA. THE RESULT, BELYING TOKSVIG'S FAMILIAR COMIC PERSONA, IS A SERIOUS, HEARTFELT 90 MINUTES” THE GUARDIAN

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ROYAL THE WATERMILL THEATRE AND RADIO TIMES LTD PRESENT

GARY WILMOT IN

“A COUPLE OF GOLDEN HOURS” DAILY TELEGRAPH

MUSIC BY NOEL GAY BOOK BY ABI GRANT SCRIPT REVISED BY ALEX ARMITAGE

“YOU’LL LOVE IT!” MAIL ON SUNDAY Tue – Sat Eves 7.45pm Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm

TUE 18 – SAT 22 SEPTEMBER

19 SEPTEMBER

In the heart of London’s Blitz-torn West End, the cast of the BBC’s light-entertainment, wireless show Variety Bandwagon prepare to do their bit for the war effort. With half the cast missing, an officious producer and no script, their live broadcast to America seems doomed to fail until star of the show, Sammy Shaw, arrives with minutes to spare, a script and Hollywood movie star Gary Strong. Can the cast deliver a show that will win the hearts of the American people? And can Sammy hang on to girlfriend Olive’s love with old flame Gary back on the scene?

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Radio Times is a heart-warming musical filled with quickfire gags and classic songs from Noel Gay (Me And My Girl), including Run Rabbit Run, Hey Little Hen, My Thanks To You, I’m Sending My Blessings, I took My Harp To A Party and There’s Something About A Soldier. The cast includes West End Star Gary Wilmot (Chicago) and a company of The Watermill’s trademark actor-musicians.

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RICHARD STREET

THEATRELAB

LEAD SINGER OF THE TEMPTATIONS ’71 – ’93, IN CONCERT FRI 14 SEPTEMBER 8PM Between 1971 and 1993, threetime Grammy Award and twotime American Music Awardwinner Richard Street was the lead singer of The Temptations, one of the most successful bands in music history with album sales reaching tens of millions.

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FRI 14 SEPTEMBER 6.30PM TheatreLab is run by AlterEgo Theatre Company and Royal & Derngate, and is a chance for local writers, directors, companies or groups to try out their workin-progress in front of a supportive audience. The evening will be followed by a question and answer feedback session, designed to help participants with the development of their work.

Now, with all but one of the original members having passed on, Richard presents the music of The Temptations in its original five-man group format in a fantastic concert that features all their greatest hits, including COMMMy Girl, Papa Was A Rollin’ Stone, UNITJust Y My Imagination, Ball Of Confusion and many, many more.

To register your free place, please call Box Office on 01604 624811.

TICKETS £24

TICKETS FREE

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FUTURE FUND HOEDOWN SAT 29 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM Dust off your cowboy boots and hats and join us for a fantastic evening of dancing and Wild West-themed entertainment while supporting the Future Fund at Royal & Derngate. Gather your colleagues, family and friends for an evening of authentic fun, including instructed dancing to a live country band and the opportunity to ride the bucking bronco, or try your luck at our Tin Can Alley, raffle and tombola. At the end of the evening there is also a chance to show your new moves at our country and western disco.

If you need time to get your breath back, pitchers of beer and a taste of the Wild West will be available from the Royal & Derngate saloon. Dress to impress as there will be prizes for best outfits – yee hah!

THE WOMAN IN BLACK TUE 9 – SAT 13 OCTOBER EVES 7.45PM, MATINEES 2.30PM

Unanimously acclaimed by the critics, Stephen Mallatratt’s stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s bestselling novel combines the power and intensity of live theatre with a cinematic quality inspired by the world of film noir, transporting audiences into a terrifying and ghostly world.

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a ‘Woman in Black’ engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but as they reach further into his darkest memories the borders between make believe and reality begin to blur and the flesh begins to creep...

Now celebrating its 23rd year in the West End, over 7 million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most chilling and successful theatre events ever staged.

“A TRULY NERVE-SHREDDING EXPERIENCE” DAILY MAIL “THE AUDIENCE WERE JUMPING OUT OF THEIR SEATS” THE OBSERVER

“THE MOST BRILLIANTLY EFFECTIVE SPINE CHILLER YOU WILL EVER ENCOUNTER” DAILY TELEGRAPH “DON’T GO UNLESS YOU LIKE BEING SCARED OUT OF YOUR WITS” SUNDAY MIRROR

TICKETS Tue – Thu Eves & Sat Matinee £24.50 £21.50 £20.50 £16.50 £11 TICKETS £20 Ticket includes free drink

Fri & Sat Eve £26.50 £23.50 £22.50 £18.50 £12 Parties 10+ £15

NOW A MAJOR UK FILM

Thu Matinee £17 £11

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2 for the price of 1 (Tue Eve) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Thu Mat and Sat Eve)

ROYAL DERNGATE

Director Kate Saxon

by Yasmina Reza

Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 23 Oct 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 20 Oct)

translated by Christopher Hampton

TUE 6 NOVEMBER WED 7 NOVEMBER

FRI 19 OCTOBER – SAT 10 NOVEMBER

THU 8 NOVEMBER

“We can’t get involved in children’s quarrels” A riotous comedy of frayed nerves and bloated egos, God Of Carnage is one of the most successful plays of recent years, winning the 2009 Tony Award for Best Play and Olivier Award for Best Comedy.

After two eleven year olds Ferdinand and Bruno are involved in a playground punch up, their well-meaning parents call a meeting to discuss the matter in a civilised manner. However, as the evening progresses and the wine starts to flow, all good intention evaporates and chaos ensues. Boys will be boys... but the adults are usually worse – much worse!

Written by Yasmina Reza (Art, Life x 3), this laugh-out-loud production is directed by Kate Saxon, who delighted audiences with the beautiful The Years Between at Royal & Derngate last year.

TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £22 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

2 for the price of 1 on top two prices (Fri 19 Oct) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Mats)

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“NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE PLEASURE OF WATCHING REALLY GOOD ACTORS BEHAVING TERRIBLY” NEW YORK TIMES

Post Show Talk Back Tue 30 October

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LEVEL 42 SUN 14 OCTOBER 7.30PM Level 42 took the ’80s by storm with their brand of bass-driven jazz funk, derived from the underground soul scene of wedge haircuts, pegged trousers and sharp shoes and soul patrols.

As well as the usual seating available, the stalls in the Derngate auditorium will be transformed into a dance floor. Enjoy all their greatest hits, including Running In The Family, Lessons In Love, Leaving Me Now, Hot Water and Something About You. TICKETS £28

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POSITION VACANT, APPLY WITHIN THU 18 OCTOBER 8PM Master of camp Julian Clary is looking for love and has promised to leave no straight unturned. “Because I’m still considered to be quite a catch and because Northampton is noted for its heterosexuals on the cusp, there’s bound to be stiff competition”, says Julian. “You can be sure of one thing. By the end of the evening, we’ll all be celebrating my new partnership.”

TICKETS £21

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Recommended for ages 16 and above

KEVIN BRIDGES

THE STORY CONTINUES...

WED 24 OCTOBER 8PM Returning to the road after the huge success of his sell-out tour in 2010, Kevin Bridges performs his new show, The Story Continues... live in Northampton.

Making his debut on BBC 1’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow in 2009, this critically-acclaimed comedian can now be seen hosting Live At The Apollo on BBC1 and in his own BBC TV series Kevin Bridges: What’s The Story?

TICKETS £22

Recommended for ages 15 and above

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MAGIC – A KIND OF QUEEN THU 25 OCTOBER 8PM Magic, the first and still the best tribute to Queen, returns to Northampton to perform all of Queen’s greatest hits plus some you may not have heard for a while! With five amazing voices to back up the powerful lead vocal of the dynamic Roger Brown, they recreate all the complex harmonies that are the iconic band’s trademark recording sound and create all of the excitement of a Queen live show.

TICKETS £18.50

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JIMMY SIMPLECARR MINDS

RAY GALTON & ALAN SIMPSON'S

GAGGING ORDER TUE 24 SEPTEMBER

STEPTOE AND SON

TUE OCTOBER Copy 30 to follow

ADAPTED AND DIRECTED BY EMMA RICE

Illustrator: Daryl Waller

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8PM

Jimmy Carr has sold over a million DVDs and hosted countless TV shows, but live comedy is what he does best. Come and see for yourself.

“A MASTERCLASS IN COMEDY… DEVASTATING, TASTELESS TWO-LINERS THAT ARE BLISS TO LISTEN TO…CARR’S PERSONA IS IRRESISTIBLE AND HIS WISECRACKS HAVE YOU QUIVERING WITH SATISFACTION” THE GUARDIAN “JIMMY CARR IS A WORLDCLASS COMEDIAN… I ENVY HIS BRILLIANCE WITH WORDS” THE INDEPENDENT This is the same show as on Saturday 28 April, see page 9 for details.

TUE 13 – SAT 17 NOVEMBER TUE – SAT EVES 7.45PM, MATINEES 2.30PM Two Men. Two World Wars. Two lives knitted together as tight as a thrice darned sock.

Critically acclaimed theatre company, Kneehigh bring you this darkly comic and deeply moving tale. Adapted and directed by Emma Rice (Brief Encounter, Oedipussy) Steptoe And Son is re-imagined for the 20th century.

Bound together by birth, business and bloody bad luck, Albert and Harold Steptoe wake up every morning to the same old, same old, sickening sight of each other. Joined at the hip and heart, they bother, bicker and banter their way through life – toying with each other’s frailties like mean kittens.

Do they even notice the world turning as they cling on? There are ladies if they would only look around them, and space travel… and Cliff Richard!

Adapted from the legendary scripts of Galton and Simpson, this new co-production with West Yorkshire Playhouse charts the tender, cruel and surprising dance of father and son. Bound by duty, fear and poverty, they are watched over by their female Guardian Angel. She tries to save them, tries to turn their heads to the heavens, but those stubborn old work horses just won’t budge.

“ONE OF THE UK'S MOST ENTERPRISING AND INNOVATIVE THEATRE COMPANIES” THE GUARDIAN ON KNEEHIGH TICKETS Tue – Fri Eves £22.50 £19.50 £18.50 £14.50 £8.50 Sat Eve £24.50 £21.50 £20.50 £18.50 £10.50

TICKETS £26

Recommended for ages 16 and above

Thu & Sat Mats £14.50 £8.50

2 for the price of 1 (Tue Eve) £3 off top three prices at other times (excl. Sat Eve and Mats)

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JOAN ARMATRADING

JASON BYRNE

GREG DAVIES

THU 15 NOVEMBER 8PM

MON 19 NOVEMBER

The biggest selling comedian at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Jason Byrne’s inspired, original brand of high-energy, intelligent lunacy ensures that there is no other comedian quite like him.

Following the sell-out success of his Foster’s Comedy Award-nominated show Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog, Greg Davies returns with his brand new stand-up show The Back Of My Mum’s Head.

WED 7 NOVEMBER 7.30PM Three times Grammy nominated British singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading has stood the test of time with her strong rhythmic acoustic guitar playing, and songs such as Love And Affection, Willow and Lovers Speak.

In this concert she performs material from her stunning back catalogue, and she is joined by special guest Chris Wood, BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Singer Of The Year 2011.

“BRITAIN’S FIRST LADY OF SONG” DAILY MAIL

PEOPLE'S PUPPETEER

THE BACK OF MY MUM'S HEAD

His new show, People's Puppeteer, will have new stories, new props, and will feature the star of every one of his shows – the audience!

Best known for his role as the sardonic Head of Sixth Form, Mr Gilbert, in BAFTA Award-winning TV series The Inbetweeners, Greg has brought his unique brand of comedy to television shows, including Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, Ask Rhod Gilbert, Would I Lie To You and Never Mind The Buzzcocks.

“A COMEDY GOD” THE MIRROR “IT'S HARD TO THINK OF ANY OTHER COMIC WHO MATCHES JASON BYRNE FOR EBULLIENT ENERGY AND REGULATED CHAOS” THE INDEPENDENT

“UPLIFTING, ENJOYABLE AND – MOST OF ALL – EXTREMELY FUNNY” THE SUN “A MAN DESTINED FOR GREATNESS” TIME OUT

TICKETS £30.50 £28.50

TICKETS Recommended for £18.50 ages 16 and above

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TICKETS £21

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ROSS NOBLE

THE HAIRY BIKERS

ALAN DAVIES

THE MINDBLENDER TUE 20 NOVEMBER

8PM

After a two year break, Ross Noble, the demonic scarecrow himself, is back doing what he does best with a new live tour.

Famed for his fiery and fluid, freewheeling style, Ross creates comedy gold from tiny particles of random nonsense. This is your chance to see the critically acclaimed stand up comedian in a hysterical night with The Mindblender.

“BRILLIANTLY INVENTIVE, QUIRKY STAND UP... SEE HIM AND MARVEL” THE SUN “THE GREAT IMPROVISER” THE GUARDIAN

TICKETS Recommended for £26 ages 16 and above

LIFE IS PAIN

LARGER THAN LIVE

THU 29 NOVEMBER

FRI 23 NOVEMBER

After more than a decade since his last stand up show and following a hugely successful tour of Australia in 2011, Alan Davies, the much-loved star of television’s Jonathan Creek and QI, makes a long-awaited return to live stand up.

8PM

“It has now been over two years since we did our last stage tour, a complete sell-out and one of the best times of our lives. It is for those reasons that we can’t wait to do it all over again, only this time it’s going to be bigger, bolder, funnier, and packed with more food and laughs than ever before.

We’re not just giving you a show, we’re giving you a real night out.

Filled with plenty of surprises, expect the unexpected… and if you like us on the telly, you will love us Larger Than Live.”

TICKETS £25

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8PM

“A WELL-ROUNDED AND HILARIOUS SHOW…A WONDERFUL RETURN TO STAND-UP FROM DAVIES” CHORTLE

TICKETS £25

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CHRISTMAS AT ROYAL & DERNGATE PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Wed 28 Nov 2.15pm Thu 29 Nov 2.15pm Fri 30 Nov 2.15pm Sat 1 Dec 1.15pm Sun 2 Dec No Performances Mon 3 Dec No Performances Tue 4 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 5 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 6 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Fri 7 Dec 2.15pm Sat 8 Dec 1.15pm Sun 9 Dec 1.15pm Mon 10 Dec No Performances Tue 11 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 12 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 13 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Fri 14 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Sat 15 Dec 1.15pm Sun 16 Dec 1.15pm Mon 17 Dec No Performances Tue 18 Dec 2.15pm Wed 19 Dec No Performances Thu 20 Dec 2.15pm Fri 21 Dec 2.15pm Sat 22 Dec 1.15pm Sun 23 Dec 1.15pm Mon 24 Dec 1.15pm Tue 25 Dec No Performances Wed 26 Dec 1.15pm Thu 27 Dec 2.15pm Fri 28 Dec 2.15pm Sat 29 Dec 1.15pm 1.15pm Sun 30 Dec Mon 31 Dec 1.15pm Tue 1 Jan No Performances Wed 2 Jan 2.15pm Thu 3 Jan 2.15pm Fri 4 Jan 2.15pm Sat 5 Jan 1.15pm Sun 6 Jan 1.15pm

by Charles Dickens

WED 28 NOVEMBER – SUN 6 JANUARY

Director Gary Sefton

The most famous festive tale of all time is brought to life in a charming new version for all the family, in celebration of Charles Dickens’ 200th birthday.

WED 2 JAN 7.15PM

7.15pm 5.15pm

7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm

5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm BOOK BEFORE 1 SEP 2012 AND SAVE £1 PER TICKET

THU 20 DEC 2.15PM

Wealthy miser Ebenezer Scrooge is all set to greet Christmas Day with his traditional “bah humbug”! Not this year… the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future have other ideas and appear on Christmas Eve to show Scrooge the consequences of his bad-tempered ways.

TICKETS Green Show Pay What You Can Blue & Pink Shows £21 £19 £16 £10 Blue Shows £2.50 off top 3 prices

Featuring some of the best-loved Dickensian characters including Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit and his son Tiny Tim, this heart-warming adaptation of the timeless classic is housed in the exquisite Victorian Royal auditorium and is directed by Gary Sefton, who was behind the hilarious, critically acclaimed Diary Of A Nobody and Travels With My Aunt for Royal & Derngate.

Parties 15+ £18 Parties 40+ £17 Parties 60+ £16

Pink Shows £4 off top 3 prices arties 15+ £16 Parties 40+ £15 P Parties 60+ £14

  WHATSONSTAGE

£10.50 (one teacher’s seat free with every 10 tickets purchased)

£70 (max. 2 adults – top 2 prices)

DAILY MAIL

ON ALICE IN WONDERLAND (2011/2012)

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PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Fri 7 Dec 7pm Sat 8 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 9 Dec 1pm 5pm Mon 10 Dec No performances Tue 11 Dec 2pm 7pm Wed 12 Dec 2pm 7pm Thu 13 Dec 2pm 7pm Fri 14 Dec 2pm 7pm Sat 15 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 16 Dec 1pm 5pm Mon 17 Dec No performances Tue 18 Dec 2pm 7pm Wed 19 Dec No performances Thu 20 Dec 2pm 7pm Fri 21 Dec 2pm 7pm Sat 22 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 23 Dec 1pm 5pm Mon 24 Dec 1pm 5pm Tue 25 Dec No performances Wed 26 Dec 1pm 5pm Thu 27 Dec 2pm 7pm Fri 28 Dec 2pm 7pm Sat 29 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 30 Dec 1pm 5pm Mon 31 Dec 1pm 5pm Tue 1 Jan No performances Wed 2 Jan 2pm 7pm Thu 3 Jan 2pm 7pm Fri 4 Jan 2pm 7pm Sat 5 Jan 1pm 5pm Sun 6 Jan 1pm 5pm

“BOBBY DAVRO IS A GENUINE STAR” THE STAGE ON ALADDIN (2011/2012)

LAST YEAR'S PRICES HELD UNTIL 1 SEP 2012

FRI 7 DECEMBER – SUN 6 JANUARY

THU 3 JAN 7PM

The most popular and magical pantomime of them all returns to Royal & Derngate this Christmas.

FRI 28 DEC 2PM

The enchanting rags-to-riches tale of Cinderella will be transformed from page to stage by the team behind the theatre’s recent recordbreaking pantomimes - complete with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets, fabulous costumes and that magical moment when Cinderella is transported to the ball.

With full casting still to be announced, we are delighted to welcome back Bobby Davro as Buttons following the rapturous reception to his hilarious performance in last year’s Aladdin.

With prices matching last year’s until 1 September, tickets are already selling fast. Book early... otherwise not even your Fairy Godmother will be able to magic you a ticket for Northamptonshire's biggest pantomime!

“YET ANOTHER PANTO TOUR-DE-FORCE” NORTHAMPTON CHRONICLE & ECHO ON ALADDIN (2011/2012)

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TICKETS Green Show £14 Purple & Gold Shows £22 £20 £18 Purple performances only £3 off arties 15+ £16 P Parties 40+ £15 Parties 60+ £14 £10.50 (one teacher’s seat free with every 10 tickets purchased)

£3 off purple shows £1 off gold shows

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YOUNG PEOPLE

FAMILIES

We regularly deliver creative project work in a range of different art forms, aimed at engaging vulnerable and hard to reach young people. These projects empower young people to be artists, critics and audience members in their theatre and their town. The projects inspire young people from all sections of the community, from aspiring musicians, storytellers and visual artists to those who have never thought of themselves as being creative. Every project ends with a sharing, where participants can entertain, provoke and challenge their peers with what they have achieved. For more information please call 01604 655777 or email arts@royalandderngate.co.uk

Royal & Derngate is a family friendly theatre with a range of activities on offer for children and their grown-ups to enjoy together. We have regular shows and family events in our Underground spaces, offering the very young a perfect introduction to theatre, and our Move, Make & Do sessions which take place on Saturdays during term time are hugely popular with children and adults alike.

We also have our own Youth Theatre which gives young people aged 5 to 21 with all levels of experience the opportunity to train and perform in a professional theatre environment. We offer weekly workshops throughout term time that include acting, singing and dance and we produce a number of professional Youth Theatre productions every year. We also offer creative projects for young people in the school holidays and organise frequent theatre trips. Whether you want to be an actor, gain confidence or simply make new friends, please visit our website www.royalandderngate.co.uk/youththeatre to download an information pack.

We want to make your visit as easy as possible, so baby changing, high chairs, a microwave to heat baby food and spare nappies are all available, as well as special family meal deals in the cafe and family ticket offers, making Royal & Derngate the perfect place for a family day out.

See pages 26 and 27 for details on this season’s family friendly activities.

To discuss how we can meet the needs of your family contact Holly McBride on 01604 655732 or email holly.mcbride@royalandderngate.co.uk We also offer themed children’s parties, for your children to celebrate in a theatrical way with drama games, party food, dressing up, face-paint, arts and crafts and more. For more information contact Natalie Diddams on 01604 655777 or email natalie.diddams@royalandderngate.co.uk

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COMMUNITY

SCHOOLS

We offer a number of ways for the community to be involved with Royal & Derngate and the work we produce.

Royal & Derngate proudly supports local schools by designing and delivering a wide variety of bespoke projects that complement learning in a range of subjects. We also offer projects for students with specific educational needs, from those returning to formal education after long term illness to those who have been excluded from mainstream education. Our current programme includes:

Every week we offer sessions for our popular groups Royal & Derngate Community Choir, The Actors Company and our discussion group for theatregoers, The Play’s The Thing. As part of Festival Of Chaos, The Actors Company will be performing Tales Of Metamorphosis, an original piece developed and devised by the group – for more information please see page 29. Also, look out for the Rebel Women Project, providing local women with an opportunity to work with a storyteller to devise interesting and theatrical stories, based on the lives of heroic local women.

We also offer regular Storytelling Workshops and Backstage Theatrical Tours with our Resident Storyteller Jo Blake Cave.

Royal & Derngate are currently working with AlterEgo Theatre Company to provide TheatreLab, a fantastic opportunity for those with work in progress to present their work and receive critical feedback. If you enjoy seeing theatre and love to give your opinion, come along to the FREE events running regularly throughout the year.

For further information please call 01604 655757 or email erica.martin@royalandderngate.co.uk

• Show-specific workshops for both produced and programmed work, which can be tailored to support learning in a variety of subjects • Bespoke, one-off creative projects designed around the needs of individual schools and students • School Partnership Programmes, where a yearlong programme (including tickets to shows, showspecific workshops, backstage tours and much more) is designed on a school by school basis “WHAT YOU PROVIDED WAS PERFECTLY PITCHED AND MUCH ENJOYED” HELEN WOODHOUSE, HEADTEACHER, WHITEFRIARS JUNIOR SCHOOL For more information about our work with schools and how we can support yours, please contact our Arts Team by emailing arts@royalandderngate.co.uk

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From as little as £30, become a Friend and make fabulous savings throughout the year. Benefits include: • Discounts, from £3 off to 2 for 1s (just look for symbol on our brochure pages) • No transaction or postage fee • Priority booking and brochure mailing • Advanced email information about shows going on sale • Free exchange facility • Local discounts including Eat and Drink • Friends e-newsletter This season enjoy 2 for 1 offers on Ladies In Lavender, Bette And Joan, The Bacchae, Blood Wedding, Hedda Gabler, Bully Boy, Radio Times, The Woman In Black, God Of Carnage and Steptoe And Son. Call Box Office today and see how you could save.

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gold supporters

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WAYS TO SUPPORT US DERNGATE

A Gold Supporter membership opens up a range of new opportunities for you to become more involved in the life of your theatre, as well as contributing towards our ongoing creative projects with children and young people in the community.

The Artistic Director’s Circle is a new scheme that will directly support the work we make for our stages. Membership includes a substantial donation to the theatre, but also brings with it unique benefits including:

Our Gold Supporters enjoy all the benefits of a Friends membership, as well as the following:

•T he opportunity to join Laurie to watch a Made In Northampton production and attend a post show discussion.

•A n invitation to an annual dinner with Artistic Director Laurie Sansom

• A dedicated personal booking service through our Development Department

• An opportunity to meet the cast of one of our Made In Northampton productions at a special reception

• Four complimentary Made In Northampton programmes per year

•S neak previews of set and costume designs of an upcoming production

• Invitations to exclusive events and discussions including networking events

• Invitations to special rehearsals •A credit in all Made In Northampton programmes and on our supporters wall

• Discounted room hire and hospitality opportunities

You will also receive all our Gold Supporters and Friends benefits including discounted tickets, programme vouchers and newsletters and much more.

Membership is £600 per person, and if you are a UK taxpayer we can claim gift aid on the majority of this amount.

Become a Gold Supporter for £150 per year. £100 of this will go towards our creative project work, details of which can be found on page 46 and 47.

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sponsorship

business club By associating your company with Royal & Derngate, you will benefit from a host of commercial and marketing opportunities with a potential to reach 300,000 audience members a year. Membership of the Royal & Derngate Business Club can be specifically tailored to match your company requirements whether your priorities are corporate entertaining, brand awareness, staff incentives or fulfilling your corporate social responsibilities. There are many benefits of Business Club membership including free room hire, branding opportunities plus hospitality packages, and free tickets to entertain clients or reward staff.

Whether Whether you you are are aa company company or an or an individual, individual, there there areare many many opportunities opportunities to to support support the the work work of of Royal Royal & & Derngate, Derngate, which which could could include include the the following: following: Sponsor aa show show •• Sponsor Sponsor aa season season •• Sponsor SSponsor ponsor orchestral orchestral •• performances performances

We would like to thank our current Business Club Members for their ongoing support:

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For further information on ways to support us please contact Jodie MorternDavies on 01604 655735 or email development@ royalandderngate.co.uk

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TAKE YOUR SEAT This Autumn, we plan to launch a brand new cinema for Northampton, adjacent to Royal & Derngate.

With your support, we can make the cinema-going experience extra special.

We are looking for 100 film enthusiasts to help create a luxurious and seriously comfortable auditorium by sponsoring a seat. This is a unique opportunity to make your mark – perhaps celebrate a special day, leave a legacy for loved ones, celebrate your family name or recognise your club or business.

In return for a one-off donation, each supporter will have a seat named for them in the new screening room, and enjoy free cinema tickets for a year. You could find a corner of this relaxed and distinctive space to make your own, on a regular basis!

Benefits £500 - one seat named and free cinema for 1 person for a year £750 - one seat named and free cinema for 2 people a year £1,000 - one seat named, free cinema for 2 people for a year plus 1 free hire of the cinema to show a favourite film for friends/family, or for corporate use For more information or to Take Your Seat, please call Jodie Mortern-Davis on 01604 655735 or email development@royalandderngate.co.uk

THE NEW CINEMA Managed by Royal & Derngate in partnership with Cityscreen, the leading independent cinema operator in the UK, the 100-seat cinema on Albion Place will have state of the art sound and digital projection equipment and host the very best in contemporary and classic films. This will be complemented with additional events such as filmmaker Q&A sessions, film festivals and themed seasons, and feature targeted screenings, for example matinee showings for the Over 60s and baby-friendly screenings.

To join the mailing list and hear all the latest updates about the cinema, email

cinema@royalandderngate.co.uk

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BACKSTAGE DERNGATE TOURS

DERNGATE GROUP BOOKINGS

REAL DERNGATE DISCOUNTS

Join our Resident Storyteller Jo Blake Cave for a unique backstage tour experience Behind The Curtain.

The only thing better than watching a great show is watching it with friends and family. With Royal & Derngate Group Bookings, you will be one of the first to hear about all the latest shows, and you could make some great savings too!

Real Discounts is our scheme for 14–26 year olds that aims to make theatre affordable and accessible.

As well as an exploration of Royal & Derngate, our wonderful storyteller will guide you on a theatrical journey, exploring the colourful history of our theatre and discovering how our Made In Northampton productions are created. You may even meet our resident ghost along your way!

This experience can be enjoyed by anyone, including groups and schools. Behind The Curtain can conclude with afternoon tea and cake in Eat and Drink, a wonderful way to relax after the tour. Why not purchase this as a unique gift experience for someone special?

Various dates are available throughout the summer.

Ask Box Office for details.

This season we are offering free tickets to selected productions including:

Group discounts are available on some of our most popular forthcoming shows and benefits include: • Extended payment periods • A regular season newsletter • Priority delivery of new season brochure • No charges for paying by credit card • Pre-booking for drinks and ice creams

Special offers are available for many more shows including 2 for 1 offers on:

Wherever you see the symbol, groups of 10 or more can make savings – the more you book, the more you save!

So, if you are planning a celebration, or simply want a night out with some friends, then call our dedicated Group Bookings line on 01604 620066 or e-mail group.bookings@ royalandderngate.co.uk to find out more.

TICKETS

TICKETS

£10 per person £17 (incl. afternoon tea)

£10 per person £15 (incl. afternoon tea)

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

• Ladies In Lavender • The Bacchae • Blood Wedding • Hedda Gabler • National Youth Jazz Orchestra • God Of Carnage • Bully Boy

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• An Inspector Calls • Matthew Bourne’s Early Adventures • Steptoe And Son • Radio Times Additional tickets for all Made In Northampton shows and RPO concerts are available at £11.

To join the scheme or find out more, just call Box Office on 01604 624811, email realdiscounts@ royalandderngate.co.uk or visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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From our friends at

As the country gears up for a vibrant and celebratory summer, The Core is delighted to introduce another exciting season that combines high quality international work with some of Britain’s best contemporary performance companies, alongside a range of film screenings to suit all tastes. We hope you can join us for a really special season.

SEE A SHOW Highlights include:

Michael Winslow Sat 16 June 7.30pm Best known for playing Sgt ‘Motor Mouth’ Jones in the hugely successful Police Academy films, Michael Winslow's show is a whirlwind of staggering special effects, astounding sounds and extraordinary noises. He is the master of vocal gymnastics and a true comedy star.

Kindur: The Adventurous Life Of Icelandic Sheep TPO Company, Italy Thu 31 May 1.30pm Join three woolly Kindur (Icelandic for sheep) on a journey through extreme Atlantic seasons in this absorbing and award-winning digital participatory experience for children. Ideal for ages 5-8.

GET INVOLVED Highlights include:

Contacting The World Wed 18 – Fri 20 July 7.30pm Theatre-makers from Thailand, Nottingham and the USA come to Corby direct from Contacting The World, a pioneering international theatre festival for young artists, conceived and co-ordinated by Contact in Manchester.

Films this season include:

The Muppets (U) The Descendents (15) Sat 21 Apr & Sat 21 Apr Sat 28 Apr

Make & Do Join us each month to take part in one of our FREE Make & Do workshops before you see a show. The workshops take place in the B2 Bar with activities themed to tie in with what you see on stage, including Muttnik, Hare And Tortoise and White.

Corby Young Actors Corby Young Actors is a sixmonth training programme for committed performers aged 15 to 25. Their first show, Manifesto, is directed by Glasgow’s acclaimed Glas(s) Performance.

The Madness Wrath Of The Of King George Titans (12A) (PG) Sat 26 May Thu 10 May

If you are on the Royal & Derngate mailing list already, let a member of Box Office know that you would also like to receive information about The Core at Corby Cube.

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EAT AND DRINK

OPEN 10AM – 5.30PM MON–SAT, AND PRE-SH0W

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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2012 CELEBRATIONS

2012

Our very own Festival Of Chaos is just one of an extraordinary series of events happening in Northamptonshire to celebrate the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Here is just a taster of some of the other exciting activities in store…

TORCH RELAY

GODIVA AWAKES

Torch Relay will be visiting the county on Mon 2 July where members of the public will be able to see the Olympic Flame run through the towns of Northampton, Wellingborough and Isham in the morning, before arriving at Kettering for a lunch time stop over.

From Kettering, the Torch will then visit Geddington, Corby and Dingley in the afternoon before heading out of the county on its way to the evening celebrations in Leicester.

In July, Imagineer Productions’ 21st Century Godiva will awake to a spectacular performance involving dancers, actors, aerialists, musicians, pyrotechnicians, carnivalists and 220 young people in a procession marking the unveiling of this Godiva for the modern age.

Powered by 100 cyclists and clothed in a coat crafted by artists from across the region, the ten-metre high large-scale puppet Godiva will then journey from Coventry to London visiting Northampton on Tue 31 July.

LIONHEART PROJECT The Lionheart Project will feature three giant handcrocheted lions in a custom-built, mobile, glass case, touring the East Midlands before arriving at the Natural History Museum in time for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Over the course of two years, artist Shauna Richardson has individually crocheted these three lions - powerful, realistic sculptures that reflect the East Midlands in both symbol and materials.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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GAMES TIME Games Time is a spectacular live outdoor stage show combining music, video, professional dancers and members of the local community. Created to embrace the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Games Time made its debut to great acclaim in front of 10,000 spectators on the sea-front at Skegness in July. Showing throughout 2012 in just three locations, it arrives at Northampton’s Delapre Park on Sat 7 July and it’s FREE! www.gamestime.org.uk Part of the London 2012 Festival.

THE ENGLISH FLOWER GARDEN Housed in the gardens of the exquisite Althorp estate, The English Flower Garden by Midlands-based artist Paul Cummins is an unique outdoor installation, open to the public from Mon 18 June to Thu 30 August. Featuring hand-thrown ceramic blooms mounted on metal rods, it is a celebration of the quintessential British love of flowers.

Part of the London 2012 Festival.

COMMUNITY LIVE

F THESE EVENTS, PLEASE VISIT TONSHIRE2012.COM

Enjoy all the excitement of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games at community sites in Corby and Northampton, featuring giant outdoor screens. Whether it’s cheering Mo Farah on the track, or watching Tom Daley from the high board, you can soak up the atmosphere, celebrate the wins, and share the action – live on the big screen.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS EXTRAS

Subscribe & Save

Follow these simple steps to make a new subscription booking for the 2012 Subscription Season:

1. Decide how many shows you would like to see,

and which ones. Don’t forget, the more you see the more money you save – you will receive 20% off every ticket if you see four shows. Shows applicable in this package include: Ladies In Lavender, The Bacchae, Blood Wedding, Hedda Gabler.

2. Choose when you would like to see your shows

You can build this package how you choose across evenings and weekends, even seeing The Bacchae and Blood Wedding in one day.

3. Look at the prices in our Subscription Table below to see what you will pay.

4. If also booking for God Of Carnage and Bully

Boy, see the ADD ON discounts available in the separate table.

(Evenings, Matinees or Previews) and which price band you would like to sit in (Premium or A).

• Look at the individual show pages for dates of each production. As the schedule for The Bacchae and Blood Wedding is quite detailed (they play in rotation), the full schedule is listed on page 22. All other shows follow our usual Made In Northampton pattern.

your tickets in the usual way by calling 5. Book

• If you choose three shows and are booking for Festival Of Chaos alone, look for the TRILOGY ONLY package.

Once you have selected all your performances, you can relax and just look forward to the show...

4 play package 20% discount Price Band**

01604 624811, complete an online subscription form at www.royalandderngate.co.uk, or request a postal form from Box Office.

3 play TRILOGY ONLY 15% discount* A

Premium

3 play package 10% discount

A

Premium

Premium

A

ADULT Evenings

89.60

76.80

71.40

61.20

75.60

64.80

Matinees

64.00

60.80

51.00

48.45

54.00

51.30

Previews

73.60

60.80

58.65

48.45

62.10

51.30

Mixed (Eves and Mats)

N/A

N/A

63.75

56.95

N/A

N/A

CONCESSIONS Evenings

83.20

70.40

66.30

56.10

70.20

59.40

Matinees

64.00

60.80

51.00

48.45

54.00

51.30

Previews

73.60

60.80

58.65

48.45

62.10

51.30

Mixed (Eves and Mats)

N/A

N/A

60.35

53.55

N/A

N/A

GROUP 10+ Evenings

83.20

70.40

66.30

56.10

70.20

59.40

Matinees

64.00

60.80

51.00

48.45

54.00

51.30

Previews

73.60

60.80

58.65

48.45

62.10

51.30

Mixed (Eves and Mats)

142.80

N/A

60.35

53.55

N/A

N/A

FRIENDS & GOLD SUPPORTERS Evenings

80.60

67.20

63.75

53.55

67.50

56.70

Matinees

64.00

60.80

51.00

48.45

54.00

51.30

Previews

73.60

60.80

58.65

48.45

62.10

51.30

Mixed (Eves and Mats)

142.80

N/A

58.65

51.85

N/A

N/A

38.40

38.40

30.60

30.60

32.40

32.40

UNDER 26s All Performances * Discount varies on MIXED package

** Price bands refer to seating areas in the Royal auditorium and the alternative Northampton location for The Bacchae.

ADD ONs – CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS

SAVER

Add God Of Carnage and/or Bully Boy to your existing package and receive a special discount†:

Buy God Of Carnage and Bully Boy together without an existing subscription package and save 5% per ticket†

CURRENT PACKAGE

ADD ON ONE SHOW

ADD ON BOTH SHOWS

3 Play Subscribers

Save 10% per ticket

Save 15% per ticket

4 Play Subscribers

Save 15% per ticket

Save 20% per ticket

5 Play Subscribers

Save 20 % per ticket

Save 25% per ticket

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

† Applies to Premium and Price band A tickets only. Not available retrospectively, only on additional shows purchased, in addition to current subscriptions.

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DERNGATE

DERNGATE

THE BACCHAE LOCATION AND PARKING We are delighted that as part of this year’s Festival Of Chaos Season, we are staging The Bacchae at Northampton Chronicle & Echo’s Printing Press Rooms in Earl Street.

This location offers full seating and access provision, and has been chosen particularly so that a unique atmospheric world can be created for this striking production.

Please use the map below for information on parking and how to find us. If you have any questions regarding your visit to The Bacchae, please do not hesitate to call Box Office.

VENUE

HOW TO FIND US

Northampton Chronicle & Echo Printing Press Rooms, Earl Street, Northampton, NN1 3HR

If travelling by car, parking is available in the Upper Mounts Surface Car Park (access via Victoria Street), marked with a . The venue is 2 minutes walk from this Car Park.

ACCESS REQUIREMENTS The venue is fully accessible. To ensure that your visit runs as smoothly as possible, please highlight any access needs to Box Office at time of booking.

The location is approximately 15 minutes walk from Royal & Derngate, 15 minutes from the train station, and 5 minutes from the bus station.

For Sat Nav devices, Upper Mounts Car Park is located at: NN1 3EL.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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DISCOUNTS & CONCESSIONS CONCESSIONS

GROUPS

Wherever you see , Under 16s, 60+, Students, Jobseekers and Disabled Patrons are entitled to the following discounts (excluding Sat evening and weekday matinees):

Wherever you see , Groups are entitled to the following discounts (excluding Fri & Sat evenings and some matinees):

£2 off top three prices

Parties 10+ £2 off top three prices Parties 20+ £3 off top three prices Parties 40+ £4 off top three prices

Disabled Patrons can also claim a free carer/ companion ticket

More information about Group Booking on page 53. Groups hotline 01604 620066.

SCHOOLS

FAMILY

Wherever you see , Schools will pay the following price (excluding Fri & Sat evenings):

Wherever you see a special price applies for your family group. Prices are highlighted on individual show pages. A family is classed as a maximum of 2 adults with 2 children.

£11 (plus one teacher’s seat free with every 10 tickets purchased)

PREVIEWS On all Made In Northampton productions, a £5 discount is available on a number of early performances. Ask Box Office for details.

The above represent our usual discounts, however there are a number of shows every season where slightly different concessions apply. Box Office will advise if these exceptions affect your tickets at time of booking.

FRIENDS & GOLD SUPPORTERS

REAL DISCOUNTS

Wherever you see

Wherever you see , a number of free or discounted tickets are available for 16 -25 year olds. Ask Box Office for details.

members are entitled to the discounts highlighted within it.

Wherever you see members are entitled to claim £1 off per ticket.

Generously supported by The Constance Travis Charitable Trust

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE

SAVERS

Look at the pricing table on page 56 to see how much you could save by subscribing to our Made In Northampton season.

Wherever you see, or , linked discounting applies for more than one purchase.

Save £3 per ticket. Ask Box Office for details.

Only one concession type applies per ticket. All concessions are subject to availability and some may only be available for a limited period. Proof of status will be required on the first purchase of a concessionary ticket and can be checked on any subsequent ticket purchase.

FUNDERS AND SUPPORTERS

Royal & Derngate is a trading name of The Northampton Theatres Trust Limited. Registered Charity Number 1075741. VAT No: 623532071

HOW TO BOOK PHONE Call 01604 624811 or visit the Box Office in person ONLINE Visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk and select your own seat EMAIL Email our Sales Advisors at box.office@royalandderngate.co.uk POST Royal & Derngate, Box Office, Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP OPENING TIMES The Box Office is open from 10am until 15 minutes after the last performance commences, closing at 6pm when there is no evening performance. On Sundays and Bank Holidays, it is open from 1 hour 30 minutes prior to the first performance commencing.

BOOKINGS A postal charge of 75p applies. All online and telephone bookings are subject to a £1.50 transaction fee, excluding Friends, Gold Supporters, Disabled Patrons, and Group Bookings. It does not apply to those booking in person at the Box Office and is only applicable per-booking and not per-ticket.

It has been introduced to support the running costs of Royal & Derngate. As ticket revenue is divided between many different parties, an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit the theatre. By adding a small transaction charge, we ensure that every penny goes directly to Royal & Derngate.

HOW TO FIND US Royal, Derngate and Underground are all accessed via our main entrance. This is situated on Swan Street, off Guildhall Road, in the centre of Northampton, approximately 15 minutes from the M1 and an hour from London by train.

If you are travelling by car, parking is available in the Albion Place and St John’s Surface and Multi-Storey car parks, both managed by Northamptonshire Borough Council. All car parks have a £1 evening charge in effect from 5pm to 11.59pm (6pm in St John’s multi-storey). You can park for free on Sundays.

For SAT NAV devices, Albion Place Car Park is located at NN1 1UD and both St John’s Car Parks are located at NN1 1EQ. There are train and bus connections approximately 15 minutes walk from the theatre. You can also visit www. nationalrail.co.uk (Trains) or www.traveline.info (Buses)

ACCESS • Royal & Derngate has level access into the building and each auditoria, with a number of wheelchair spaces in each and lift access to each floor (excluding upper-circle). The alternate location for The Bacchae is fully accessible, see page 57 for details.

•S ign Language Interpreted and Audio Described and Captioned performances are indicated on the individual show pages. The Sennheiser Infra-red Enhanced Hearing System is available from the theatre shop. To ensure that you purchase tickets in seats with optimum coverage, please check with Box Office at time of booking.

• To book, or if you have any queries, you can contact the box office using Text Relay. Just call 18001-01604-624811. Alternatively, you can use our new mobile service. Just text 07825 427492.

• Guide and hearing dogs are welcome and water can be provided. If you wish to take them into the auditorium, please let Box Office know when booking so that suitable seats can be allocated for you.

• We offer a limited number of parking spaces that can be reserved by patrons who are registered with the Blue Badge Scheme. To reserve one of these spaces please call Box Office on 01604 624811.

Large Print, Audio and Braille versions of this brochure are available on request. Please call 01604 624811.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Please note that we are unable to refund or exchange tickets. Boxes in the Royal Auditorium are sold subject to technical requirements and may not be available for purchase. Ticket reservations must be paid for within 4 days of booking (excluding Group Bookings). We are unable to reserve tickets without payment within the 7 days prior to the performance.

Please note: Information is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make any alterations to the programme, performers, times, ticket prices and Box Office opening hours. Every effort will be made to advertise changes in the local press. Some events or performances may be advertised in the national media prior to publication in the brochure and this is beyond the control of the Management.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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ROYAL Fri 6 Apr Sat 7 Apr Sun 8 Apr Mon 9 Apr Tue 10 Apr Wed 11 Apr Thu 12 Apr Fri 13Apr Sat 14 Apr Sun 15 Apr Mon 16 Apr Tue 17 Apr Wed 18 Apr Thu 19 Apr Fri 20 Apr Sat 21 Apr Sun 22 Apr Mon 23 Apr Tue 24 Apr Wed 25 Apr Thu 26 Apr Fri 27 Apr Sat 28 Apr Sun 29 Apr Mon 30 Apr Tue 1 May Wed 2 May Thu 3 May Fri 4 May Sat 5 May Sun 6 May Mon 7 May Tue 8 May Wed 9 May Thu 10 May Fri 11 May Sat 12 May Sun 13 May Mon 14 May Tue 15 May Wed 16 May Thu 17 May Fri 18 May Sat 19 May Sun 20 May Mon 21 May Tue 22 May Wed 23 May Thu 24 May Fri 25 May Sat 26 May Sun 27 May Mon 28 May Tue 29 May Wed 30 May Thu 31 May Fri 1 Jun Sat 2 Jun Sun 3 Jun Mon 4 Jun Tue 5 Jun Wed 6 Jun Thu 7 Jun Fri 8 Jun Sat 9 Jun Sun 10 Jun Mon 11 Jun Tue 12 Jun Wed 13 Jun Thu 14 Jun Fri 15 Jun Sat 16 Jun Sun 17 Jun Mon 18 Jun Tue 19 Jun Wed 20 Jun Thu 21 Jun

Ladies In Lavender

Fri 22 Jun

In The Beginning There Was Chaos Blood Wedding

Sat 23 Jun Sun 24 Jun Mon 25 Jun Tue 26 Jun Wed 27 Jun Thu 28 Jun Fri 29 Jun Sat 30 Jun Sun 1 Jul Mon 2 Jul Tue 3 Jul Wed 4 Jul Thu 5 Jul Fri 6 Jul Sat 7 Jul Sun 8 Jul

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7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm

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National Theatre Connections 2pm/7pm 2pm/7pm 2pm/7pm

11

Shappi Khorsandi

7.45pm

12

Bette And Joan

7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm

13

DERNGATE Cirque Du Ciel ShangHi

2.30pm/7.30pm 2.30pm/7.30pm

History Of The Big Bands Chris & Pui Roadshow Paul Merton Dancing In The Streets

7.30pm 11.30am/2pm 8pm 7.30pm

6 6 6 7

That’ll Be The Day

7.30pm

7

La Bohème 7.30pm Freddy Kempf’s Beethoven Piano Series Part 2 7.30pm

7 7

Syd Lawrence Orchestra The Osmonds Jimmy Carr

7.30pm 7.30pm 8pm

9 9 9

Grease

10

We’ll Meet Again

7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 5.30pm/8.30pm 5pm/8pm 2.30pm

The Rat Pack Is Back

7.30pm

12

Stewart Francis

7.30pm

12

An Inspector Calls

14

The Imagined Village

7.30pm 2.30pm/7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 2.30pm/7.30pm 7.30pm

Simon Amstell

8pm

15

The National Youth Jazz Orchestra

7.30pm

15

Science Museum Live On Tour

7pm

15

Matthew Bourne’s Early Adventures

7.30pm 2.30pm/7.30pm 4.30pm/7.30pm

23

A Wild Life Nigel Kennedy Plays Brahms

7.30pm

24

Rhod Gilbert

8pm

24

The Hitchiker’s Guide To The Galaxy

8pm 8pm 7.30pm

25

The Sounds Of The Supremes School Arts Festival 2012

6.30pm

28

80s Mania NMPAS Gala Concert Save The Last Dance For Me

8pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 2.30pm/7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 2.30pm/7.30pm 2pm/7.30pm

28 29 30

(For The Bacchae performance times see page 22)

Blood Wedding

7.45pm 7.45pm

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12

15

20

7.45pm 7.45pm 7pm 7.45pm

7.45pm 3pm 7.45pm

7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 3pm

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7.45pm 7.45pm 3pm 6.30pm 7.45pm

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7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 3pm NMPAS Summer Festival Of Music

Hedda Gabler

7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm

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ROYAL Mon 9 Jul Tue 10 Jul Wed 11 Jul Thu 12 Jul Fri 13 Jul Sat 14 Jul Sun 15 Jul Mon 16 Jul Tue 17 Jul Wed 18 Jul Thu 19 Jul Fri 20 Jul Sat 21 Jul Sun 22 Jul Mon 23 Jul Tue 24 Jul Wed 25 Jul Thu 26 Jul Fri 27 Jul Sat 28 Jul Fri 24 Aug Sat 25 Aug Sun 26 Aug Mon 27 Aug Tue 28 Aug Wed 29 Aug Thu 30 Aug Fri 31 Aug Sat 1 Sep Sun 2 Sep Mon 3 Sep Tue 4 Sep Wed 5 Sep Thu 6 Sep Fri 7 Sep Sat 8 Sep Sun 9 Sep Mon 10 Sep Tue 11 Sep Wed 12 Sep Thu 13 Sep Fri 14 Sep Sat 15 Sep Tue 18 Sep Wed 19 Sep Thu 20 Sep Fri 21 Sep Sat 22 Sep Sat 29 Sep Tue 9 Oct Wed 10 Oct Thu 11 Oct Fri 12 Oct Sat 13 Oct Sun 14 Oct Mon 15 Oct Tue 16 Oct Wed 17 Oct Thu 18 Oct Fri 19 Oct Sat 20 Oct Sun 21 Oct Mon 22 Oct Tue 23 Oct Wed 24 Oct Thu 25 Oct Fri 26 Oct Sat 27 Oct

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7.45pm 7pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm

DERNGATE

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Angelina Ballerina – The Mousical

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Last Night Of The Derngate Proms

6pm 2pm/6pm 4pm/7pm 2pm/6pm 7.30pm

Richard Street

8pm

37

Future Fund Hoedown

TBC

38

Level 42

7.30pm

40

Julian Clary

8pm

40

Kevin Bridges Magic - A Kind Of Queen

8pm 8pm

40 40

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Bully Boy

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Radio Times

The Woman In Black

God Of Carnage

7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm

7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm/7.45pm

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

THE BACCHAE

BLOOD WEDDING

HEDDA GABLER

FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY

UNDERGROUND Wed 11 – Sat 14 April Thu 3 & Fri 4 May Sat 9 June Tue 12 June

UNDERGROUND

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Carmen: Bizet Remixed

8pm/Sat Mat 4pm

6

Illyria

7pm

11

Wild Women White

6pm 11am/2pm

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Blood Wedding and The Bacchae are performed in rotation (Fri 18 May – Sat 30 June). See page 22 for detailed schedule and page 32 for Hedda Gabler.

Thu 14 – Sat 23 June

The Dream Space

Sat 16 June Suppressing The Urge Thu 19 & Fri 20 July The Love Of The Nightingale

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ADD A TOUCH OF DRAMA TO YOUR SPECIAL DAY

WEDDINGS

WEDDINGS OPEN DAY

Sunday 6 May 1-4pm

CIVIL CEREMONIES & PARTNERSHIPS AT ROYAL & DERNGATE

We are delighted to now be able to offer the beautiful Royal auditorium for Weddings and Civil Partnerships. Add a dramatic touch to your day with this exquisite backdrop and take advantage of one of many spaces around the theatre for your reception.

Come and find out more at our Open Day on Sunday 6 May. Attendance is free – to receive a free glass of champagne on arrival please register your details in advance by emailing weddings@royalandderngate.co.uk.

We are working in partnership with Sweet Events to offer you a bespoke wedding service – so let us help to create a truly memorable day in one of the most unique venues in Northampton.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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