Royal & Derngate Autumn Brochure 2014

What’s On Autumn 2014

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The Woman In Black

p11

Mon 10 – Sat 15 November

Peter Pan

p12

Fri 5 December – Sun 4 January

Tue 30 September & Wed 1 October

Seth Lakeman

p23

Sat 11 October

Regeneration

Lest We Forget

p30

Sat 8 november

p36

FRI 29 August – SAT 20 September

Cat On A hot Tin Roof

Alan Davies

p32

Fri 28 November

p38

Merlin

p40

Wed 26 November – Sun 4 January

Wed 1 – Sat 18 October

South Pacific

p46

TUE 28 OCTOBER – SAT 1 NOVEMBER

NMPAT Youth In Concert

p47

Sun 16 November

Welcome Season highlights

Strictly Northampton Sat 22 November

p47

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Mon 16 – Sat 21 March

Anton & Erin

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one night only

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MADE IN NORTHAMPTON

Thu 22 & Fri 23 January

Magical Mishaps

SAT 13 December – MON 5 JANUARY

N.Dance

p47

Sat 24 January

TRANSACTION FEE Please note that wherever you see ticket prices listed in our season brochure, a £2.80 transaction fee applies to telephone and online bookings (excluding Friends and Groups). This is per transaction and not per ticket. For more details, see page 63.

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“MONSTROUS FUN!” DAILY MAIL

Don’t miss Tall Stories’ hit musical stage adaptation of the award-winning picture book, The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

The Gruffalo has been performed to more than a million people worldwide and has even hit the small screen in a star-studded TV animation.

Meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl and a maraca-shaking, party mad Snake. Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined...?

The perfect family treat, with plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children and their grown-ups.

Running time: 55 minutes (no interval) Recommended for ages 3 and above

“A FINE PIECE OF CHILDREN’S THEATRE” HHHH SUNDAY TIMES The Gruffalo Live @thegruffalolive

WED 10 & THU 11 SEPTEMBER WED 1.30PM & 4.30PM, THU 10.30AM & 1.30PM TICKETS £12 Derngate

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Following its phenomenal success last summer, New Jersey Nights returns to Royal & Derngate.

This spectacular celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons takes you on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling groups of all time.

From the back street studio in New Jersey where

MON 15 – SAT 20 SEPTEMBER Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £10 – £29 (See page 60) DERNGATE

it all began, this vibrant production features an award-winning cast of singers, dancers, on stage band and brilliant stage sets. It includes all of The Four Seasons greatest hits, including Sherry, Rag Dolls, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man and many more.

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“COMIC PERFECTION. BOOKTeNleOgrapWh!” Daily

Now seen by over a million people worldwide, the National Theatre’s award-winning comedy One Man, Two Guvnors is a glorious celebration of British comedy – a unique, laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick and glittering one‑liners.

Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe. But Roscoe is really Rachel, posing as her own dead brother – who has been killed by her boyfriend Stanley

MON 22 – SAT 27 SEPTEMBER Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £12 – £33.50 (See page 60) DERNGATE

“the funniEs show on the t planet” Daily Mail Stubbers. Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a job with one Stanley Stubbers – but to prevent discovery, he must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple.

Directed by Nick Hytner and written by Richard Bean, One Man, Two Guvnors is based on The Servant Of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni, with songs by Grant Olding. The comedy director is Cal McCrystal, who directed Mr Whatnot at Royal & Derngate in 2013.

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“IT’S THE KIND OF WORK YOU COULD TAKE EITHER A DANCE NOVICE OR A STERN EXPERT TO WITH ALMOST COMPLETE ASSURANCE” THE NEW YORK TIMES

Richard Alston Dance Company Celebrating its twentieth year, Richard Alston Dance Company returns with a knock‑out performance.

The programme features Alston’s latest work Rejoice In The Lamb, danced to Benjamin Britten’s superb setting of Christopher Smart poetry. The words are full of wild and witty details and the music was commissioned in 1943 for the Church of St Matthew’s Northampton so fittingly, Rejoice In The Lamb is coming home.

The evening will also feature a performance of Alston’s classic Overdrive and a brand new dance by Martin Lawrance, inspired by the piano music of Liszt.

“A COMPANY THAT PERFORMS SUCH INSPIRATIONAL AND BEAUTIFUL WORK AND POSSESSES A CLUTCH OF THE VERY BEST CONTEMPORARY DANCERS IN THE WORLD” LONDONDANCE.COM

TUE 30 SEPTEMBER & WED 1 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £13, £20 & £23 DERNGATE

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A SHEFFIELD THEATRES PRODUCTION

“the audience loved it – uttering whoops of wonder and cheers of delight” Daily Mail

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A New Musical Comedy

WORDS AND MUSIC

BY TIM FIRTH (CALENDAR GIRLS)

HHHH The Sunday Express

WINNER

BEST MUSICAL UK THEATRE AWARDS 2013

“sweet as a nut, funny, truthful, glorying in grumpy family love” The Times ‘This is my family.’ That was the competition. All 13 year old Nicky Perry had to do was describe her family and she could win a dream holiday.

OK, so she lied through her teeth and made them all sound perfect, but who cares? She won! She could take them to Rio, to Florida, to Acapulco!

Recommended for ages 12 and above

Tue 21 – SAT 25 OCTOBER Eves 7.45pm, THU & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £10 – £31.50 (See page 60) ROYAL

Instead, Nicky chooses pretty much the last holiday her family were expecting, but the one she hopes might just stop the family falling apart.

This fast-moving, laugh-out-loud and hugely moving new musical from the writer of Calendar Girls asks, ‘what exactly is the point of family in the modern age?’

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THE SENSATIONAL NEW SMASH HIT

“CHUFFING BRILLIANT”

“CHUFFING Champion” Mail on Sunday

Daily Mail

GARY LUCY

ANDREW DUNN

LOUIS EMERICK

In 1997, a British film about six out of work Sheffield steelworkers took the world by storm.

Now, they’re back. Live on stage. And this time they really are going to go The Full Monty.

Simon Beaufoy, the Oscar winning writer of the film, has gone all the way with this hilarious and heartfelt adaptation that’s getting standing ovations every night.

RUPERT HILL

MARTIN MILLER

BOBBY SCHOFIELD

With songs from the film by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones, this award-winning production is one huge package of laughs and emotion coming to Northampton direct from London’s West End. Go on... drop everything and book today! www.fullmontytheplay.com

MON 10 – SAT 15 NOVEMBER EVES 7.30PM, Wed & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS £10 – £30 (See page 60) Derngate

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“DON’T GO UNLESS YOU LIKE BEING SCARED OUT OF YOUR WITS” SUNDAY MIRROR

“A TRULY NERVE‑SHREDDING EXPERIENCE” DAILY MAIL

The Woman In Black is a gripping theatrical exploration of terror, “a masterpiece” (The Guardian) that has been thrilling audiences of all ages with its unique blend of suspense, drama and bold stagecraft.

Now celebrating 25 years in the West End, this production is “a marvellous exercise in tension,

MON 10 – SAT 15 NOVEMBER EVES 7.45PM, THU & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS £10 – £29 (See page 60) Royal

spun from perfectly paced storytelling” (The Independent) and has enthralled over 7 million people since its original debut.

Feel the power of The Woman In Black for yourself and experience the “most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter” (Daily Telegraph).

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Christmas

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For Christmas 2014 we are heading to Neverland for our swashbuckling Royal & Derngate pantomime adventure, Peter Pan. Join the hilarious Joe Pasquale and the outrageous Ceri Dupree as this enchanting tale is brought magically to life with stunning sets, amazing costumes, an abundance of comedy and stunning flying sequences.

But beware… Captain Hook (Alex Giannini) is on the prowl. Look out for pirates, crocodiles, lost boys and fairies along the way in this unmissable story for all the family.

Book your seats early to ensure you get the best seats, and prepare to take the second star on the right and straight on till morning!

FRI 5 DECember 2014 – SUN 4 JANuary 2015 For performance times see page 60 TICKETS £9 – £28 (See page 60) DERNGATE

*Quotes refer to Sleeping Beauty 2013/14

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SUNDAY EXPRESS

Giselle and Swan Lake

“THE MOSCOW CITY BALLET TRULY EXCEL THEMSELVES WITH THIS STUNNING PERFORMANCE” THE PUBLIC REVIEWS ON SWAN LAKE

Join us when the outstanding Moscow City Ballet return to Northampton to perform two of the most enchanting and well-loved ballets, Swan Lake and Giselle, both of which were composed, choreographed and premiered in Russia.

Swan Lake is a signature piece of the company’s repertoire. The orchestra, choreography, interpretation, beauty and outstanding virtuoso performances win repeatedly rave reviews.

Giselle beautifully tells the tale of the eponymous village girl who dies of a broken heart when her peasant lover Albrecht is unmasked as a nobleman who is betrothed to another.

“LILIYA ORYEKHOVA PLAYS THE DUAL ROLES OF ODETTE AND ODILE... A PRIMA BALLERINA OF THE HIGHEST ORDER” WHATSONSTAGE.COM ON SWAN LAKE “IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL SPECTACLE” LION MAGAZINE, NOTTINGHAM ON GISElLE

MON 12 – SAT 17 JANUARY Mon & Tue Giselle, Wed – Sat Swan Lake Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £16 – £35 (See page 60) DERNGATE

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BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

Including the smash hits A PICTURE OF YOU, DON’T EVER CHANGE, DO YOU LOVE ME, IT’S IN HIS KISS, HIPPY HIPPY SHAKE and many more

What happened to ‘Bobby & Laura’ and ‘Norman & Sue’? Their story continues in Dreamboats And Miniskirts, inspired by the seven smash hit, multi-million selling albums of Dreamboats And Petticoats.

It is 1963, and the world is changing. Bobby and Laura’s single Dreamboats And Petticoats has not taken off. Norman and Sue have settled down to non-marital bliss – and a baby! But Ray and Donna seem blissfully happy…

It is the advent of The Beatles and the Merseyside sound. But will it inspire Bobby and Laura to have one more shot at stardom – Norman to ‘get off the drains’ and find that singing voice he has longed for, and Ray to realise his ambition and manage a top pop act?

All will be revealed in a follow up with the same wit, charm, and great songs as Dreamboats And Petticoats, featuring all your favourite ’60s rock ‘n’ roll hits.

MON 26 – SAT 31 JANUARY Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £14 – £32.50 (See page 60) DERNGATE

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A Music & Lyrics and Royal & Derngate Northampton production

A BRAND NEW VERSION FOR 2015 FROM THE PRODUCERS OF FIDDLER ON THE ROOF AND THE KING AND I

Music by

Richard Rodgers Original Dances by

As refreshing and thrilling as the day it was written, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! is the original feel-good musical. From the minute the rugged cowboy Curly steps on to the stage singing Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin’ we know that all will be right with the world. This colourful production overflows with well-known songs such as I’m Just A Girl Who Cain’t Say No, Surrey With A Fringe On Top, Kansas City, People Will Say We’re In Love and, of course, the rousing title song itself.

THU 19 – SAT 28 FEBRUARY Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £13 – £35 (See page 60) DERNGATE

Book and Lyrics by

Agnes de Mille

Oscar Hammerstein II

Based on the play “Green Grow the Lilacs” by Lynn Riggs Presented through special arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe

Celebrating the vigour of America’s pioneering spirit with classic tunes and boot-stomping dances, we follow Curly and the girl of his dreams, Laurey, as they travel down love’s highway on an extremely bumpy surrey ride.

From the award-winning producers of The King & I and Fiddler On The Roof this brand new production is directed by Rachel Kavanaugh and features a cast of 20 and a live orchestra, bringing you romance, excitement and a score filled with sunshine.

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BILL KENWRIGHT BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

“STUNNING – AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL TRIUMPH” EVENING POST

“SUPERB SET AND BRILLIANT LIGHTING EFFECTS. WHAT A GREAT SHOW!” The OBSERVER

TIM RICE & ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S

Jesus Christ Superstar exploded onto the musical scene in 1971, stunning audiences and changing the face of musical theatre forever.

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock opera tells the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus through an extraordinary, groundbreaking score. As compelling today as it was at its inception over forty years ago the production has some of musical theatre’s most legendary songs, from I Don’t Know How To

MON 16 – SAT 21 MARCH Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £19 – £36 (See page 60) DERNGATE

Love Him, Everything’s Alright and Gethsemane through to, of course, Superstar.

Produced by Bill Kenwright and the creative team behind numerous blockbuster musicals, this new production of Jesus Christ Superstar tells the world’s oldest story with the superb theatricality they have brought to Evita, Joseph, Cabaret, Blood Brothers and Whistle Down The Wind to mention only a few.

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The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time

Mon 23 – SAT 28 MARCH EVES 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards, this highly acclaimed National Theatre production, embarks on its first ever nationwide tour.

Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world…

Based on the award-winning novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens and directed by Marianne Elliott, The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time is a thrilling new stage play from the National Theatre.

“A BEAUTIFUL, ELOQUENT, DAZZLINGLY INVENTIVE SHOW ABOUT THE WONDERS OF LIFE” THE EVENING STANDARD “MAGICAL AND MOVING” DAILY MAIL TICKETS £12 – £33.50 (See page 60) Derngate

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Derren Brown MON 8 – SAT 13 JUNE 7.30PM

The multi-award winning master of psychological illusion is back on tour with a brand new, one-man show. Having confessed that performing live on stage gives him the greatest pleasure, Derren Brown is, once again, looking forward to the challenge that comes with being acknowledged as one of the world’s most renowned live performers; a dark manipulator of magic and mind control.

This will be Derren’s seventh show since 2003.

Since then he has toured every year and performed to audiences totalling more than one and a half million, and has won two Olivier Awards for his live performances.

HHHHH “IT IS ON THE STAGE THAT HE REALLY COMES ALIVE – RELISHING THE CHANCE TO STUN AND BAFFLE HIS AUDIENCE. HE TRULY HAS TO BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED” DAILY MAIL HHHH “THE BRILLIANCE OF THIS MASTER MAGICIAN IS NO ILLUSION” THE TIMES

Recommended for ages 12 and above

TICKETS £29 – £43 (See page 60) Derngate

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BRAND NEW SHOW 2015

One Night Only

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Jasper CarrotT

Jimmy Carr

THU 4 SEPTEMBER 8PM

FRI 5 SEPTEMBER & TUE 25 NOVEMBER 8PM

Jasper Carrott is back doing what he does best, mic in hand, regaling audiences with his stand up routines before introducing his musical compatriots: Bev Bevan and The Bev Bevan Band; Trevor Burton of The Move; Geoff Turton, lead singer of the Rockin’ Berries and Joy Strachan-Brain, lead singer of celtic rock band Quill.

Jimmy Carr has been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’. Which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. It’s like being the ‘Tallest Dwarf’ or the ‘Healthiest Glaswegian’. Really not that big a deal.

Funny Business

STAND UP & ROCK!

“HUMANE, CONFIDENT AND BLISSFULLY FUNNY” Daily TELEGRAPH

Funny Business is Jimmy’s brand new stand up show.

Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the knob gags.

Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £27 Derngate

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THE ELO EXPERIENCE

Kings Of Swing

SAT 6 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

Back from their sell out successful tour of America, one of the UK’s most exciting and original shows, The Kings Of Swing bring to you a tour de force performance as part of their 10 Year Anniversary Tour.

BACK INTO THE BLUE

Formed over seven years ago, The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to the legendary band.

With a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, they accurately reproduce the music of ELO, including the classic songs 10538 Overture, Evil Woman, Living Thing, Diary Of Horace Wimp, Don’t Bring Me Down and of course, Mr Blue Sky. “A TRIBUTE THAT’S JAM-PACKED WITH MUSICAL TALENT... AN ELO TOUR DE FORCE” THE STAGE

TICKETS £21 Derngate

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FRI 12 SEPTEMBER 8PM

This incredible show features the Kings Of Swing Orchestra and presents some of the best swing vocalists currently performing throughout Europe. Join us as we celebrate the greatest hits of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Michael Bublé, Paulo Nutini and many more!

TICKETS £20.50 & £22.50 Derngate

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Lisa Stansfield TUE 9 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

Twenty five years after topping the charts globally with the single, All Around The World, Britain’s iconic soul singer Lisa Stansfield is joined by a live band to perform songs from her new album, Seven, along with classic hits from her extensive, successful career.

For this concert Lisa will be supported by Mamas Gun. “LISA STILL HAS THE MOST DISTINCTIVE AND SENSUOUS VOICE IN SOUL POP” THE TIMES “SHE NEVER FAILS TO FILL THE ROOM WITH GLITZ, DRAMA AND BURSTING EMOTION” Q MAGAZINE

TICKETS £27.50 & £37.50 Derngate

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John Bishop

DANCING QUEEN THE CONCERT

WORK IN PROGRESS SAT 27 SEPTEMBER 8PM

SAT 4 OCTOBER 7.30PM

Join John Bishop up close and personal as he tries out new material in advance of his autumn UK arena shows.

“A FABULOUSLY GIFTED COMEDIAN” THE MIRROR “BISHOP DELIVERS WONDERFULLY WARM, NOSTALGIC OBSERVATIONAL COMEDY” THE GUARDIAN “ONE OF STAND-UP’S HOTTEST PROPERTIES” Daily TELEGRAPH

Join us for an action-packed party show featuring all of the greatest hits from ABBA, Grease and the biggest hits from the ’70s. Songs featured include Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Knowing Me, Knowing You, and Thank You For The Music, along with Summer Nights, Greased Lightning, You’re The One That I Want, Car Wash, YMCA, Boogie Nights and Love Is In The Air. With a fantastic cast of singers and musicians, Dancing Queen is the ultimate feel-good show that will have families, friends and colleagues dancing in the aisles.

Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £21 Royal

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Michael Palin

TRAVELLING TO WORK SUN 5 OCTOBER 7.30PM To celebrate the publication of his third volume of diaries, Michael Palin presents a brand new two‑part stage show, looking back at twenty-five years of exploring the world and nearly fifty years in radio, television, books and films.

The first half is a whistle-stop tour of the globe, all vividly illustrated with a special selection of photos and footage shot during the eight TV travel series that began with Around The World In Eighty Days.

In the second half, Michael takes a free-wheeling look back at the other side of his life – the love of comedy that took him from schoolboy in Sheffield to Python at the O2.

Lots of memories, with one thing in common: a love of laughter.

TICKETS £30.50 Derngate

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AN EVENING WITH SIR ROGER MOORE

The Johnny Cash Roadshow

Following the release of his new book, Last Man Standing: Tales From Tinseltown, the legendary film star chats with biographer Gareth Owen about his astonishing life and career. Featuring inside stories and exclusive anecdotes from an extraordinary career that has included the iconic TV series The Saint and The Persuaders, plus Hollywood blockbusters and, of course, the James Bond films. There will also be a unique opportunity to put your own question to the Hollywood legend at the end of the show.

Celebrating the career of a music legend, Clive John stars in the number one Johnny Cash experience that features all of Cash’s greatest hits including Ring Of Fire and Walk The Line.

Mon 6 October 7.30pm

Wed 8 October 7.30pm

Along with band JC Horns and evocative video projections highlighting his life, this show features Jill Schoonjans as June Carter and Amanda Stone and Louise Masters as the Carter Sisters, re-creating all aspects of Cash’s career with astounding accuracy.

“A MARVELLOUS RACONTEUR” Baz Bamigboye, DAILY MAIL

“CLIVE’S RESEMBLANCE IS UNCANNY” Rosanne Cash (daughter of Johnny Cash)

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Clannad

Among the most inventive and influential bands in the history of popular music, 10cc are one of the very few acts to have achieved commercial, critical and creative success in equal measure.

Clannad, the Irish family group responsible for such timeless music as Theme From Harry’s Game, In A Lifetime, I Will Find You and the sound track to the Robin Of Sherwood TV series, make a welcome return to the UK.

With 11 top 10 hits, including three number ones – Rubber Bullets, I’m Not In Love and Dreadlock Holiday – it’s no surprise the band has sold 15 million albums in the UK alone.

Over the decades, Clannad have made music that entwines the traditional and the modern, the past and the future, with stunningly beautiful results. With their haunting songs, mesmerising vocals and captivating sound the group has sold over fifteen million records worldwide and has won numerous awards, including a Grammy and an Ivor Novello. Most recently they received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in February this year.

THU 9 OCTOBER 7.30PM

FRI 10 OCTOBER 7.30PM

Join Graham Gouldman, Rick Fenn, Paul Burgess, Mick Wilson and Mike Stevens for an unmissable night fuelled on ’70s rock.

TICKETS £28.50 & £30.50 Derngate

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Seth Lakeman SAT 11 OCTOBER 7.30pm

Folk singer, songwriter and virtuoso fiddler Seth Lakeman unearthed hidden histories and unsung everyday heroes to commemorate in song for his new album Word Of Mouth, which stormed into the charts on its release in February this year.

For this special concert, Seth will be joined by his multi‑instrumental band playing songs from the album as well as other live favourites.

“A GREAT TRIUMPH” HHHH DAILY MIRROR “THESE ARE FASCINATING, FORGOTTEN STORIES, SERVED UP WITH LAKEMAN’S EARCATCHING MUSCULAR BOUNCE AND MELODIC ATTACK” TIME OUT ON WORD OF MOUTH

TICKETS £21.50 Derngate

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CRAZY FOR GERSHWIN SUN 12 OCTOBER 3PM

George and Ira Gershwin wrote some of the most loved music in the American songbook and this concert celebrates some of their very best work.

Songs that will feature include Someone To Watch Over Me, A Foggy Day in London Town and excerpts from Porgy And Bess, which will be performed by the London Concert Orchestra and special guest vocalists Meeta Raval and Rodney Earl Clarke.

Glamorous ballroom duo James Wilson and Leila Stewart will bring heart-stoppingly fast paced and elegant dance to the show, alongside West End tap dancing sensations Oliver Botterill and Lucy-Alexa Gilbert. They will be performing to songs such as ‘S Wonderful, Lady Be Good, Swannee and I Got Rhythm.

The line up is completed by talented pianist Jonathan Scott, who will bring consummate skill to his performance of Rhapsody In Blue, arguably one of the most important musical pieces of the twentieth century.

TICKETS £29.50 & £37.50 Derngate

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One Night Of Elvis FRI 17 OCTOBER 7.30PM

Prepare to be enthralled when you spend One Night With Elvis.

Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist, presents the ultimate tribute to the King, celebrating the entire career of the musical legend.

Accompanied by his world-class orchestra and singers, and featuring large screen projection, this is the very best way to enjoy the music of the greatest, most celebrated artist the world has known.

THE ANNUAL ARNOLD FESTIVAL GALA CONCERT SUN 19 OCTOBER 7.30PM

This special gala concert provides a fitting finale to the Annual Malcolm Arnold Festival Weekend (see opposite page). It will feature the great Julian Bliss playing Arnold’s 1st Clarinet Concerto, a special commissioned new work by Toby Young, the Chopin ‘Minute Waltz Challenge’ (all will be revealed on the evening!), and the this year’s BBC Young Musician Of The Year, Martin Bartlett, playing Rachmaninov’s 2nd Piano Concerto.

“CERTAINLY AMONG THE PREMIER LEAGUE OF TRIBUTES” THE STAGE

The concert will also features music by Sibelius and Grieg. The Principal Conductor is John Gibbons and among the performers are the Worthing Symphony Orchestra.

TICKETS £20

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THE ANNUAL ARNOLD FESTIVAL weekend

A KALEIDOSCOPIC IMAGINATION SAT 18 – SUN 19 OCTOBER from 11AM Join us for the ninth Annual Malcolm Arnold Festival, in celebration of Northampton’s very own Sir Malcolm Arnold, which will feature a dazzling array of music from cinema, ballet and opera and a host of great artists.

We are delighted that those performing will include pianists David Wordsworth, Janet Obi-Keller and Alice Pinto, violinist Giovanni Guzzo, The Berkeley Ensemble, The Northampton County Youth Orchestra, legendary trumpet player John Wallace, plus singer Clare Thompson and pianist Scott Mitchell.

The festival will culminate in an enthralling gala concert on Sunday night; see below for details.

For full details of the weekend schedule please visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk

Weekend Ticket £12.50 Day Ticket £8

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THE BILLY FURY YEARS

vampires rock

Prepare to be taken on a musical journey through the career of one of Britain’s best-loved rock ‘n’ rollers.

WED 22 OCTOBER 7.30PM

TUE 21 OCTOBER 7.30PM

Michael King and his fantastic collection of musicians bring you an exciting two-hour show filled with Billy Fury’s greatest hits including; Jealousy, I Will, In Thoughts Of You, and Halfway To Paradise to name but a few, all delivered in true Fury style.

Hailed as the best Fury since Fury, Michael bears an uncanny resemblance to the man himself, and delivers a rocking performance not to be missed.

TICKETS £19 Derngate

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The Final Countdown Tour Celebrating its eleventh year, and the final chapter, Vampires Rock is a show like no other. With a twist of rock, a hint of comedy, and jam-packed with the greatest anthems you know and love, you’re guaranteed to be on your feet!

Along with Steve Steinman, a full cast of superb singers, dancers and formidable band, blast their way through some of the greatest ever rock anthems including; We Will Rock You, Bat Out Of Hell, Since You’ve Been Gone, Sweet Child Of Mine, Total Eclipse Of The Heart, Devil Gate Drive, I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll and many more.

TICKETS £23 Derngate

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dancing in the streets

SIXTIES GOLD

Come and experience the energy and electricity of the motor city in this stunning production, packed with hit after hit. A talented cast and band will bring to life the infectious, melodic, foot-tapping songs with a touch of soul and style guaranteed to have you signing along and dancing in the aisles

Back by popular demand, this concert features the ultimate line-up for lovers of ’60 music.

THU 23 OCTOBER 7.30PM

Expect your favourite songs from The Four Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas and many more.

“ALL KILLER, NO FILLER” THE GUARDIAN

TICKETS £25.50 & £27.50 Derngate

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FRI 24 OCTOBER 7.30PM

Merseybeat band Gerry & The Pacemakers were the first act to reach No. 1 and the first act ever to top the charts with their first three singles. Also from Liverpool, The Searchers’ first single went to No. 1 and led to five more Top 5 hits and 128 weeks in the charts. Controversial P.J. Proby was a Melody Maker teen idol award-winner in 1964 and spent 91 weeks in the charts. The Fortunes stormed the Top 10 with You’ve Got Your Troubles, Here It Comes Again, Freedom Come Freedom Go and Storm In A Teacup. Finally, Brian Poole and Chip Hawkes will bring you the very greatest hits of The Tremeloes.

TICKETS £30.50 Derngate

THE BLACK DYKE BAND

Paul Chowdhry

The world’s most famous brass band with over 150 years of rich musical history, The Black Dyke Band return with another concert in aid of the Royal British Legion’s National Poppy Appeal.

Mon 27 OCTober 8pm

SAT 25 OCTOBER 7.30pm

“YOU LEAVE A CONCERT KNOWING THAT YOU WERE AT NOT JUST A PERFORMANCE BUT AN EVENT, AND YOU FEEL PRIVILEGED” THE INDEPENDENT

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PC’s World

In his biggest tour to date, the host of Channel 4’s Stand Up For The Week, star of BBC1’s Live At The Apollo and LAFTA funniest stand-up award-winner of 2013 tackles everything borderline within the human psyche.

PC may be his initials, but the relentless world he lives in definitely isn’t. Why is one person’s offensive behaviour considered humorous by others? Paul will address this issue along with such diverse subjects as the art of attracting women, jokes cut from his TV appearances, non-existent customer services and in his own inimitable uncompromising style.

Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £15 Derngate

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TICKETS £16 Royal

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Foster & Allen

Hal Cruttenden

Having spent over three decades in the music business, Foster & Allen have continuously managed to scale new heights. They now star in their own TV show, The Foster And Allen Show (to be broadcast on Sky 191 from September) and their new album Gold And Silver Days is also released in September.

THU 30 OCTOBER 7.45PM

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THE TOUGH LUVVIE TOUR

WED 29 OCTOBER 7.45PM

Join them as they perform all their musical hits, including Bunch Of Thyme, Maggie, After All These Years, I Will Love You All My Life and many more.

“A TREMENDOUS PLEASURE... THEY HAVE BEEN UNIVERSALLY ACCLAIMED OVER SO MANY YEARS” SIR TERRY WOGAN

Following standout performances on Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Royal Variety Performance and Mock The Week, Hal Cruttenden is being strongly tipped as the next big thing. Footballers, Facebook and food are just three of the topics Hal devours with his unique mix of camp and straight, warm and catty humour.

HHHH “[HIS] BEST SOLO STAND UP SHOW TO DATE” DAILY TELEGRAPH “ONE OF THE FUNNIEST COMICS ON THE CIRCUIT” TIME OUT Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £21 Royal

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THE AT ODDS COUPLE

CHRIS DIFFORD & GLENN TILBROOK OF SQUEEZE MON 3 NOVEMBER 7.30PM For the first time in almost 20 years, Squeeze’s Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook are on the road as a duo, and they are stopping by for one night only.

Difford’s ying to Tilbrook’s yang, Glenn’s chalk to Chris’s cheese, The At Odds Couple will share their songs and stories and celebrate their enduring music and partnership.

In addition to performing a selection of hits, including Up The Junction and Cool For Cats, Chris and Glenn will be dusting down some previously unrecorded songs as well as playing tracks from their solo careers.

TICKETS £25 & £37.50 Derngate

TICKETS £18 Royal

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Mark STeel’s Back in Town

Jools Holland

Sat 1 November 8pm

THU 6 NOVEMBER 7.30pm

Following five series of his highly acclaimed, double Sony Award-winning and Writers Guild Award-winning Radio 4 comedy show Mark Steel’s In Town, and several hugely successful UK tours, writer and stand-up comedian Mark Steel brings his live In Town show to Northampton.

Piano master Jools Holland will be bringing the greatest boogie-woogie party to Royal & Derngate in November.

AND HIS RHYTHM & BLUES BAND

For this show he’s found more towns to humiliate and pledges to discover what makes your town ridiculous.

“HE’S A MAN WITH A PASSIONATE DESIRE TO COMMUNICATE HIS IDEAS, WHO IS ALSO VERY FUNNY” THE GUARDIAN

Joining Jools is his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and British icon Marc Almond. Marc has made an unprecedented contribution to British popular music; in addition to numerous hits during his time in Soft Cell, including Tainted Love and Say Hello Wave Goodbye, he has become an international acclaimed solo artist with chart-topping success around the world.

Recommended for ages 14 and above

TICKETS £16 Royal

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The Man Jesus Simon Callow

Mon 3 November 7.45pm This extraordinary play looks back two thousand years to witness key moments in the life of ‘the man Jesus’, through the eyes of the people who knew him.

Simon Callow, one of Britain’s best-loved actors, performs this fresh and moving account of biblical stories including the raising of Lazarus, the wedding at Cana and the journey to Jerusalem. His powerful portrayal of the tyrants, traitors and madmen in Jesus’ life asks people of all faiths and none: what sort of a man was able to inspire the history of the world?

Thought-provoking, thrilling and full of wit, this production premiered to great acclaim at Belfast’s Lyric Theatre, and now embarks on a strictly limited UK tour.

“CALLOW RENEWS OUR SENSE OF WONDER AT THE SON OF MAN AND HIS STORY” DAILY TELEGRAPH “CALLOW AND HURT MANAGE TO KEEP US GRIPPED” HHHH SUNDAY TIMES “CALLOW IS STUNNING” BELFAST TIMES www.themanjesus.co.uk TICKETS £26 Royal

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Pete Firman

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MARTY WILDE’S ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PARTY

Trickster

THU 6 NOVEMBER 7.45pm After sell-out performances on his 2013 tour ‘the UK’s leading comedy magician’ (Time Out) hits the road again with his astonishing new show.

WITH EDEN KANE, JOHN LEYTON, THE WILDCATS and NANCY ANN LEE FRI 7 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

The star of BBC1’s The Magicians, and special guest on countless other TV shows, which recently include BBC2’s The Sarah Millican Television Programme, BBC1’s Celebrity Mastermind and Channel 4’s Comedy Mash-Up.

The late ’50s and early ’60s were without doubt some of the most exciting and important years in the history of music. With the arrival of rock ‘n’ roll, a whole new pop culture was born.

Expect Pete’s trademark blend of crowd-pleasing comedy and jaw-dropping magic. This is a show not to be missed.

Performing their own hits and collaborating live on stage, teen idols of their day, Marty Wilde, John Leyton and Eden Kane join forces with The Wildcats and Nancy Ann Lee for an unforgettable rock ‘n’ roll concert.

Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £16 Royal

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James Acaster

Eric & Little Ern

Fri 7 November 7.45pm

This affectionate, moving and fantastically funny homage to Britain’s greatest comedy double act vividly brings back warm memories of a bygone era.

Recognise

Sat 8 November 2.30pm & 7.45pm

James Acaster has something he’s been meaning to tell you. He’s been putting it off for some time. You might want to sit down. It’s time for another tremendous tour and what better way to celebrate than attending?

Expect whimsical rabbiting on and awkward physicality throughout. Don’t expect to leave unchanged.

As seen on Nevermind The Buzzcocks, 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Russell Howard’s Good News and heard on James Acaster’s Findings (BBC Radio 4).

“BEAUTIFULLY CONSTRUCTED ‘ART OF STAND-UP’ STUFF” SUNDAY TIMES

Back at the Royal by popular demand and recreating some of the finest moments of Eric and Ernie’s television and stage performances, performers Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens present cherished moments from the archives alongside new material.

“ASHPITEL AND STEPHENS HAVE GOT THE DUO’S MANNERISMS DOWN PAT TO SUCH A WINNING EXTENT… YOU COULD WATCH THIS FOR HOURS” DAILY TELEGRAPH

Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £14 Royal

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TICKETS £18 Royal

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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Lest We Forget

Tue 18 & Wed 19 november 8pm

Sat 8 November 7.30pm

Join us for a special concert of remembrance, commemorating the centenary of The Great War (1914‑1918). The concert features an array of reflective excerpts from classic choral works, from the glorious serene melody of Faure’s Pie Jesu to the instantly recognisable power of Verdi’s emotive Dies Irae.

Amongst the Requiem excerpts the Orchestra will perform music of war and peace, including Adrian Sutton’s epic Orchestral Suite based on Michael Morpurgo’s novel War Horse, and Holst’s Booking opens Wed 23 July astrological portrayals of Mars, the bringer Concessions of war and Venus, the bringer of peace.

TICKETS £15 – £33.50 (See page 60) Derngate

Lee Mack

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The multi-award-winning star of Not Going Out and Would I Lie To You?, Lee Mack, is back on the road with his first live tour in four years. Expect his trademark brand of high energy banter, well-crafted gags and sharp one-liners in one of the most hotly anticipated shows of the year.

“GUT-BUSTINGLY FUNNY” THE SUNDAY TIMES “A MASTER CLASS IN PURE COMEDY” THE LIST

Recommended for ages 15 and above

TICKETS £28.50 Derngate

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Classics by Candlelight

Storytelling event

THE ILIAD

FRI 21 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THU 20 NOVEMBER 7.30PM Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden bring a mighty classic to the stage: the epic story of the siege and fall of Troy.

With its portrayal of war, grief, human courage and the redemptive and destructive nature of love, this story is as relevant as it has ever been.

The Iliad’s cast of characters - Helen, cursed by her beauty; the flawed hero Achilles; crafty Odysseus; and the omnipotent Olympian Gods and Goddesses have fascinated us for three thousand years. Come and see them brought to life by two of Britain’s finest storytellers.

This Autumn, enjoy some of your favourite classical music performed live by the Mozart Festival Orchestra.

In an evocative, candlelit-style setting a selection of the finest classics will be performed, including Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and Exsultate Jubilate, Bach’s Concerto For Two Violins in D Minor, Handel’s Let The Bright Seraphim and Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba, Purcell’s Trumpet Suite, Charpentier’s Opening Of The Te Deum and Vivaldi’s Summer from The Four Seasons.

The conductor and violinist is David Juritz, the soprano is Natasha Jouhl and leading on the trumpet is Crispian Steele-Perkins.

Recommended for ages 14 and above

TICKETS £10

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Verdi’s

La Traviata

with ELENA DEE AND ALYONA KISTENYOVA WED 26 NOVEMBER 7.30PM The love story that gripped Paris – back by public demand.

A tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century, La Dame Aux Camelias.

Based on a true story, it tells of the passionate loves and life of the consumptive courtesan, Violetta. There are many echoes of Verdi’s own life in La Traviata and he threw himself into the music. The highlights include the Brindisi, the best known drinking song in opera, the duet Un Di Felice and Violetta’s haunting aria Addio Del Passato.

This magnificent production boasts sumptuous sets and costumes.

“FIRST-RATE SINGING” THE STAGE Sung in Italian with English surtitles Cast subject to change

TICKETS £18 – £35 (See page 60) Derngate

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Bellowhead

5.4.3.2.1 IT’S...

THE MANFREDS

Thu 27 November 7.30pm

SUN 23 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

This incredible one-night only performance sees original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones, Mike Hugg and Tom McGuinness, together with Rob Townsend, Marcus Cliffe and Simon Currie, reunite with very special guest and former member Mike d’Abo. The boys are back to inject all of the enthusiasm back into their timeless anthems including Do Wah Diddy Diddy, 5-4-3-2-1, Mighty Quinn, Pretty Flamingo and many more!

TICKETS £23 & £25 Derngate

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Widely praised for their stunning live shows and often acknowledged as one of the best live acts the UK has produced in recent years, Bellowhead have wowed audiences in venues across the world and become a key fixture on the festival scene. In the process they have won BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Best Live Act an amazing 5 times, as well as Best Group twice.

A blistering 11-piece band fusing folk, funk, rock, world, jazz, music hall and classical music, they have placed themselves at the cutting edge of the contemporary music scene while harnessing all the power and mystery of English and European musical traditions.

TICKETS £19.50 £21.50 & £24.50 Derngate

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Alan Davies Fri 28 November 8pm

Following the sell out success of his long-awaited return to stand up, Alan Davies returns with his highly anticipated follow up show, Little Victories.

Much lauded as resident dunderhead on QI or the charming but reticent crime solver Jonathan Creek, Davies virtuosic story-telling and whip-smart funny bones combine to make this a show not to be missed.

“ONE OF THE BEST STAND-UP COMICS OUT THERE...

PACKED WITH DEFT SILLINESS AND SHREWD OBSERVATION” THE GUARDIAN

That’ll Be The Day Christmas Show SAT 29 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

Join in the festive fun this Christmas.

Get ready for a party as the UK’s most successful rock ‘n’ roll variety show, the legendary That’ll Be The Day, returns with its brand new Christmas Show for 2014.

Trevor and the gang celebrate the festive season by bringing back the good times with all your favourite Christmas classics plus more hilarious comedy routines.

“WHAT A GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY SHOW THAT’LL BE THE DAY IS. NOT TO BE MISSED” THE DAILY MAIL

Recommended for ages 15 and above

TICKETS £26

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Derngate

TICKETS £23.50 & £25 Derngate

Screaming Blue Murder Doors 7.45pm Show 8.15pm

Don’t miss our Friday night comedy club on the Underground stage. This season features many of comedy’s rising stars: FRI 12 SEPTEMBER Mitch Benn Juliet Meyers Craig Murray Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 24 OCTOBER Robert White Kate Smurthwaite Paul F Taylor Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 26 SEPTEMBER Nick Wilty Philberto Iszi Lawrence Compere: Martin Coyote

FRI 7 NOVEMBER Pierre Hollins Karen Bayley Matt Price Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 10 OCTOBER Brendan Dempsey Loretta Maine Peter White Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 21 NOVEMBER Sean Meo Lou Sanders Pierre Novellie Compere: Dan Evans

Line up may be subject to change, advance booking is recommended Recommended for ages 16 and above

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BEYOND THE BARRICADE

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS

TICKETS £22

TICKETS £23

FRI 9 JANUARY 7.30PM

Derngate

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SAT 10 JANUARY 7.30PM

Derngate

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WITH THE LONDON CONCERT ORCHESTRA

THE BURLESQUE SHOW FRI 16 & SAT 17 JANUARY 7.45PM

Anton & Erin

THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT THU 22 & FRI 23 JANuary 7.30PM

TICKETS £20 ROYAL

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TICKETS £34.50, £37.50 & £42.50 Derngate

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Royal Philharmonic orchestra

RACHMANINOV PIANO CONCERTO NO.2 Sun 1 February 7.30Pm

TICKETS £15 – £33.50 (See page 60) Derngate

Booking opens Wed 23 July

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OMID DJALILI

SING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC WED 4 February 7PM TICKETS £16 Derngate

The Johann Strauss Gala

THU 5 FEBRUARY 8PM

Recommended for ages 16 and above

Fri 6 February 7.30pm

TICKETS £24

TICKETS £16.50 - £31.50 (See page 60)

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Made In Northampton

“THIS GLORIOUSLY LOOPY REJIG OF A FEYDEAU FARCE”

HHHH The Times on Every Last Trick

“EVERY PERFORMANCE IS A WINNER”

HHHH The Guardian on Dealer’s Choice

“This skilful adaptation”

HHHH The Observer on Moominsummer Madness

Season Ticket See just two shows or more and you can start to save money with one of our subscription packages

Writing this introduction, I can’t quite believe that it’s been a year since I moved to Northampton to join the team here at Royal & Derngate. How quickly that time has gone, and how much has happened already.

I am thrilled that our next two productions will be seen by audiences across the country.

Nicholas Wright’s world premiere adaptation of Pat Barker’s Regeneration will tour to 10 major venues from September and Cat On A Hot Tin Roof is a co-production with Manchester’s Royal Exchange and Newcastle’s Northern Stage. Regeneration will be directed by Royal & Derngate’s former Associate Director Simon Godwin, whose recent work at the National Theatre and Royal Court has confirmed what Northampton audiences knew long ago; that Simon is one of the most imaginative theatre makers working today.

Regeneration will also provide the centrepiece to a wide range of cultural events planned as part of our collaboration with Northampton Museum and Art Gallery to commemorate Northampton’s contribution to the First World War. This follows our recent collaboration with NN Gallery on Daniel Bye’s storytelling portrait of Northampton, Story Hunt in a year that sees more organisations working together within Northampton’s Cultural Quarter than ever before.

I’m personally excited to be directing Tennessee William’s incendiary masterpiece Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, which sees A Tale of Two Cities designer Mike Britton return to the Royal and the internationally acclaimed band White Lies compose original music for the production.

Royal & Derngate has a long established reputation for developing some of the country’s most talented emerging artists. One of these is playwright Ella Hickson who wrote Wendy And Peter Pan for the Royal Shakespeare Company last year. This Christmas she will capture the magic and wonder of the Arthurian legends in Merlin, a spectacular, warm-hearted adventure tale for all the family.

You can find out more information about these activities and all of our homegrown shows in this section. I hope you enjoy reading about them and look forward to seeing you at Royal & Derngate later this year.

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Marking the centenary of the start of the First World War, this new dramatisation of Pat Barker’s haunting Booker-nominated novel is adapted by Olivier Award-winning playwright Nicholas Wright (His Dark Materials, Vincent In Brixton) and opens at Royal & Derngate prior to its national tour.

World Premiere Part of 2014 season ticket A co-production with Touring Consortium Theatre Company Director Simon Godwin Designer Alex Eales Lighting Designer Lee Curran Sound Designer George Dennis Music by Stuart Earl

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Craiglockhart War Hospital, Scotland 1917. Poet and soldier Siegfried Sassoon has been institutionalised in an attempt to undermine his public disapproval of the war. His Army Psychiatrist, Dr William Rivers, has been tasked with returning shell-shocked officers to the trenches, yet under Sassoon’s influence, has become tormented by the morality of what is being done in the name of medicine.

Reminding us that some of the most intimate of friendships are borne from the most brutal of conflicts, Regeneration is a compelling and compassionate look at a nihilistic war and the devastating effect it had on a generation of young men.

It will be directed by former Associate Director of Royal & Derngate, the Evening Standard Award-winning Simon Godwin (Strange Interlude, National Theatre) who is currently Associate Director at the Royal Court.

“A brilliant novel. Intense and subtle” Sunday Times “A VIVID EVOCATION OF THE AGONY OF THE FIRST WORLD WAR AND A MULTI-LAYERED EXPLORATION OF ALL WARS” TIME Out #Regeneration www.theatrecloud.com

FRI 29 August – SAT 20 September Eves 7.45pm (EXCL. TUE 2 September 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (EXCL. SAT 30 August) TICKETS £10 – £29 (See page 60) ROYAL

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The stifling heat of the plantation. A relationship on the brink. A night of bourbon-soaked confrontations and a family dynasty in crisis.

Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer prize-winning Cat On A Hot Tin Roof remains one of the stage’s most seductive evocations of the Deep South.

Brimming with emotional intensity, this powerful family drama sees Maggie the Cat and her husband Brick return to his home on the night of patriarch and cotton tycoon Big Daddy’s 65th birthday. Keeping from him the news that he is dying, the evening spirals into disaster as the family scramble to secure their part of his inheritance.

Part of 2014 season ticket A co-production with Northern Stage and the Royal Exchange Theatre Director James Dacre

Life-altering secrets are revealed and tensions explode as Artistic Director James Dacre’s exciting new staging, design

by Mike Britton (A Tale Of Two Cities) and original music by MOJO and Q Award-winning band White Lies, combine to bring a scorching intensity to Williams’ classic tale. Mariah Gale, who has recently played both Juliet and Ophelia at the Royal Shakespeare Company, will play the iconic role of Maggie.

“Tennessee Williams’ best play” Michael Billington, The Guardian #CatRoof

Designer Mike Britton Lighting Designer Richard Howell Sound Designer Emma Laxton Original Music by White Lies

Concessions Groups FRIENDS & Members Schools RD 14-26 post show talk

Wed 1 – Sat 18 October Eves 7.45pm (EXCL. Thu 2 October 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm TICKETS £10 – £29 (See page 60) ROYAL

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The magical tale of the boy who became a legend.

This Christmas, the Royal stage will be transformed into the mythical kingdom of Camelot for a magical new take on the legend of Merlin.

Join King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table on a fantastical adventure tale of sorcery and chivalry, packed full of heroic battles and enchanting romance.

This world premiere production by Ella Hickson (Wendy And Peter Pan, RSC) will combine exquisite storytelling with atmospheric original music to convey the magic, mythology and wonder of the ancient Arthurian legends.

An ideal Christmas treat for all the family.

“A wonderfully entertaining show for all ages. Congratulations Royal & Derngate” The Stage on the Royal Christmas Show 2013/14 The Wind in The Willows “Ella Hickson’s cherishable new version of the JM Barrie classic... fluidly accessible to modern children” Evening Standard on Wendy and Peter Pan #MerlinChristmas

A co-production with Nuffield, Southampton

Concessions Groups FRIENDS & Members Schools RD 14-26

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Join two best friends, a boy who wants to be a wizard, and a girl who wants to be a knight, as they embark upon a magical mission this Christmas. Determined to master some exciting new tricks and prove how grown up they are, their hopes of an action packed adventure don’t quite go to plan!

Following the much acclaimed Along the Riverbank, the West End transfer of I Believe In Unicorns, Flathampton and Moominsummer Madness, Royal & Derngate’s Associate Director Dani Parr directs this interactive, heart-warming and brilliantly fun show for under 5s and their grown ups to enjoy together.

Exploring what it means to be truly brave, this journey of mischief and mayhem shows the intrepid pair that the best magic in this world cannot be found in any spell book, but is created by friendship itself.

HHHH “SKILFUL ADAPTATION” The Observer on Moominsummer Madness “Utterly magical” The Stage on I Believe In Unicorns

SAT 13 December – MON 5 JANUARY SAT 13, SUN 14 & SAT 20 DECember – MON 5 JANuary 11AM & 2PM TUE 16 – THU 18 DECember 10AM & 1.30PM (SCHOOLS ONLY) The performances on Fri 2 January are created especially for families with children with special needs.

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MUSIC CRAFTS Ballroom Dancing HERITAGE Games First world war

family day SAT 30 AUGUST 11AM-4PM

In conjunction with our Made In Northampton production Regeneration, we are holding a day of activities at Royal & Derngate and Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, to celebrate the value of community in a time of war.

The buildings will be buzzing with indoor and outdoor craft activities, stalls, exhibitions, entertainment, ballroom dancing classes and themed songs from our Community Choir, while the Wicked Way Café will serve afternoon tea, a selection of cakes and more, throughout the day.

For more information and the full schedule of activities please visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk or www.northampton.gov.uk/conflictandcommunity

During the next 18 months, Royal & Derngate and Northampton Museum and Art Gallery are working together to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War. Conflict and Community – Northampton Remembers the First World War will feature the Made In Northampton production of Regeneration (see page 37 for details), other specially commissioned theatre productions, film screenings, family days and history sessions and an extensive education programme.

IMAGE: Mason-Walker

STALLS Marching Band STREET THEATRE cake

School Activity Day We are offering a full Activity Day for school groups (60 students maximum). The day includes a visit to the A Shoemaker Goes To War exhibition at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery with a facilitated workshop, and a visit to Royal & Derngate for a practical theatre workshop using the contents of the exhibition as stimulus for creating characters and performance material.

COST £300 To book your Activity Day, please contact Georgia Munnion, on 01604 655732 or email georgia.munnion@royalandderngate.co.uk

We need your help We are looking for volunteers to help research the history of Northampton during the First World War, involving collecting family stories, recording photographs, documents and memories. If interested, call Harpreet Sanghera on 01604 837669 or email hsanghera@northampton.gov.uk

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Royal & Derngate ACTORS COMPANY

Royal & Derngate Youth Theatre

FRI 18 & SAT 19 JULY 7.30PM

FRI 25 & SAT 26 JULY 7.45PM

ANTIGONE

The tyrannical King Creon declares that two warrior brothers are divided in death; one an honoured hero and the other a traitor to be left unburied and unsanctified.

Defying the King’s edict, Antigone buries her brother’s body, challenging the social and political hierarchy with tragic consequences for all.

In a contemporary staging of Sophocles’ Ancient Greek play, Antigone explores the question of state control versus individual will and the power of love over law in a dramatic story that still resonates today. The play is performed by Royal & Derngate’s celebrated Actors Company and directed by Trudy A Bell.

TICKETS £9 Royal

FUN PALACEs OPEN DAY SAT 4 OCTOBER 10AM-late

This October we throw open our doors for a pop-up festival and open day.

From creative workshops for all ages and behind the scenes tours to live performances and theatre you can take part in, you will learn things you never knew, meet new people and get involved in all sorts of activities – the whole range to be revealed on our website soon.

You can drop in and pick up your free day pass, then stay for an hour or all day long – there will be plenty to keep you entertained, and it is all completely free!

This event is taking place as part of Fun Palaces, an initiative that sees venues across the UK hosting events that bring together arts and sciences, children and adults. For more information about Fun Palaces visit www.funpalaces.co.uk

There will be plenty of fun and exciting ways for volunteers of all ages to help out at this event. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Erica Martin on 01604 655757 or email erica.martin@royalandderngate.co.uk

DNA

Adam is dead. A group of young people hatch a plan to protect themselves and cover up the truth. They are stronger than ever with this new found dependency. But the cracks begin to show when one event turns their world upside down... Even the DNA can’t put it right.

The Royal & Derngate Young Actors Company presents a dynamic version of Dennis Kelly’s (Utopia, Channel 4; Orphans; Matilda The Musical) darkly comic play about fear, power and the need to belong.

Recommended for ages 14 and above DNA is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, LTD

TICKETS £9 Royal

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Northampton Musical Theatre Company present

Set in an island paradise during World War II, two parallel love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war.

When Nellie, a nurse from Arkansas, falls in love with a mature French planter, Emile, she learns that the mother of his children was an island native. Unable to turn her back on the prejudices with which she was raised, she refuses Emile’s proposal of marriage. Meanwhile, the strapping Lieutenant Joe Cable denies himself the future

he wants with a Tonkinese girl because of the same fears that haunt Nellie. When Emile is recruited to accompany Joe on a dangerous mission, Nellie realises that she must seize her own chance of happiness, and is forced to confront her prejudices.

Accompanied by the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein and lyrics of Hammerstein and Joshua Logan, South Pacific is performed by Northampton Musical Theatre Company.

TUE 28 OCTOBER – SAT 1 NOVEMBER Eves 7.30pm, Sat Matinee 2.30pm TICKETS £10 – £22 (see page 64) Derngate

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Northamptonshire Music And Performing Arts Trust

Northamptonshire Music And Performing Arts Trust

SUN 16 NOVember 6PM

THU 20 NOVEMBER 6PM

Northamptonshire Music And Performing Arts Trust presents Youth In Concert, an annual celebration of musical excellence, with performances by the five award-winning senior ensembles of NMPAT: County Youth Concert Band, County Youth Choir, County Youth Brass Band, County Youth Big Band and County Youth Orchestra.

Northamptonshire Music And Performing Arts Trust presents Big Sing, a feast of vocal music with a massed choir from Northamptonshire’s primary schools and guest performances by the County Senior Girls’ Choir and Broadway Belles.

TICKETS £10 £12 & £14

TICKETS £8

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CHRISTMAS BIG SING

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Strictly Northampton

N.DANCE

Strictly Northampton, the town’s sell-out take on the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing show, is back for the fifth year.

Dance4 presents N.Dance, an annual sell-out event that brings a blast of dance and creativity from across Northamptonshire, giving young people an opportunity to showcase their work locally and the chance to be selected to go through the regional and national U.Dance events.

SAT 22 NOVEMBER 7PM

All profits go to Cynthia Spencer Hospice and last year the night raised an amazing £42,000. The show, sponsored by Aspers, features sports stars, community figures and charity workers. Produced in association with the University of Northampton and Step By Step Dance School, this year’s show features an all-new format, guest entertainment and professional ballroom dancers!

TICKETS £11 – £25 (See page 60) Derngate

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SAT 24 JANuary 7PM

N.Dance offers an insight into the wealth of dance and creativity in the county, and provides participants with an opportunity to showcase their work in a professional environment.

TICKETS £9 Derngate

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Get Involved

Did you know that Royal & Derngate has more than 20 Creative Projects Associates who deliver opportunities for people of all ages to get involved with the arts?

Our Creative Projects Associates are skilled, professional artists and practitioners from different artistic skill-sets, including theatre, dance and visual art. Many are also qualified, practicing teachers.

All of our Associates have expertise in working in educational settings and a wide knowledge of the National Curriculum. Many are also trained Arts

Families

You will find a great range of family shows and open days to choose from in this brochure. We continue to run fortnightly Parent and Baby screenings in Errol Flynn Filmhouse and we host a Breastfeeding Clinic in Underground on Mondays.

Baby changing facilities, high chairs and spare nappies are all available. We also have special family offers in our café and family tickets for a number of our shows.

Due to our ongoing commitment to ensuring that families have the best possible experience when they visit, we are now endorsed by Family Arts Standards. For more information please visit www.familyarts.co.uk/family-arts-standards Contact Box Office on 01604 624811 to discuss how we can meet the needs of your family. www.royalandderngate.co.uk/getInvolved/families

Award Advisers. They plan, facilitate and evaluate workshops for our Creative Projects, school partnerships, Youth Theatre and/or family activities. In the central image above, Creative Project Associate Rachel Lissaman leads an Early Years’ session. www.royalandderngate.co.uk/getinvolved

COMMUNITY

Our groups, sessions and classes for the local community include: Masterclasses – book now for our Comedy Skills Masterclass on Mon 8 September. A place costs £10 and can be booked via Box Office.

The Actors Company – our weekly group for adults who regularly perform here at Royal & Derngate and are currently in rehearsal for Antigone (see page 46) The Play’s The Thing – our group for those who like to see and discuss theatre The Writers Forum – for dissecting, debating and developing new writing during monthly sessions Fore more information on any of the above, contact Erica Martin on 01604 655757 or email erica.martin@royalandderngate.co.uk www.royalandderngate.co.uk/getInvolved/community

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Youth Theatre

Young Company

Royal & Derngate Youth Theatre offers weekly workshops during term time for children and young people to get involved. Youth Theatre is a great way to build confidence, learn new skills and make new friends.

A term is typically 11 weeks long and all workshops are led by professional theatre practitioners.

In September 2014 Royal & Derngate Youth Theatre will launch the Young Company. The focus is very much on performance and developing the skills of the actor, driven by the rehearsal process. The members of the company will present productions and sharings.

Participants will attend a workshop day in August and will be offered a place in one of the Young Company groups available, considering their personal preference, suitability and enthusiasm. More details of the work that our Young Company will present will be announced in the autumn.

Inclusive workshops for ages 7-13

Members have the opportunity to take part in performances and develop their skills through regular sharings to friends and family.

Suitable for ages 14-21

If you would like to register your interest now for a September start, please contact Ashley Elbourne, our Youth Theatre Associate, on 01604 627566 or email ashley.elbourne@royalandderngate.co.uk www.royalandderngate.co.uk/getInvolved/youngpeople

ROYAL & DERNGATE COMMUNITY CHOIR

Royal & Derngate Community Choir is the theatre’s thriving, vibrant choir. They perform a wide range of genres, including gospel, soul, jazz and mainstream pop – in fact they are willing to give any style of music a go!

They meet weekly and are taught by a professional music tutor, having huge amounts of fun along the way.

You may have heard them performing prior to shows here at the theatre – you can catch them from 6.30pm before the following upcoming shows: Lisa Stansfield, Dancing In The Streets, Jools Holland and The Full Monty.

If you want to get involved, or would like information on how book the choir, contact Janet Gordon on 01604 655733 or email janet.gordon@namtrust.co.uk

BEHIND THE CURTAIN SAT 13 SEPTEMBER 11AM & 5PM

It is 1884, it is opening night... join us for a unique backstage tour and storytelling experience exploring the unseen areas of the Royal and Derngate auditoria.

Our wonderful storyteller will guide you around our two theatres, exploring the colourful history and discovering how our Made In Northampton productions are created.

If you are very lucky you may even meet our resident ghost along your way!

Behind The Curtain is an engaging and exciting tour for groups, schools and individuals. To book for one of the above tour times or to arrange an exclusive tour, contact Box Office.

Running time: approx. 90 minutes Please note this tour may not be suitable for those with access requirements.

COST £13 per person, Exclusive Tour (Max. 20 people) £200

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Our education provision aims to engage, excite and enhance learning for all students. We offer partnership agreements for primary schools that provide opportunities for every student to engage with our work and every member of staff to access creative and innovative professional development opportunities. Our secondary partner schools benefit from discounted tickets to our Made In Northampton productions, exciting workshops, tours of the theatre and opportunities to learn about a career in the arts.

Each partnership is unique to the school, college or university, offering projects for all kinds of students and young people, including gifted and talented, those with specific educational needs and those who have been excluded from mainstream education.

Contact Georgia Munnion on 01604 655732 or email georgia.munnion@royalandderngate.co.uk www.royalandderngate.co.uk/getInvolved/education

Regeneration linked activity PAGE TO STAGE Tue 16 SEPTEMBER 5.30PM – 6.45PM In one hour, members of the Regeneration company will explore a scene from the play and invite the audience to contribute to the creative process. Page To Stage workshops are a great way to explore the practical necessities of theatrical production, examining the storytelling, the acting techniques and the staging skills required by all good directors. They are fun, free, full of insight and fully interactive, relying on the comments and suggestions from the audience to bring the play to life.

COST FREE (Booking essential) Royal

EDUCATION Alongside Regeneration we are also offering workshops to support classroom delivery in English, History and the Performing Arts.

For more information on either of these activities, contact our Creative Projects Manager, Georgia Munnion on 01604 655732 or email georgia.munnion@royalandderngate.co.uk

Artists in Residence

We have just announced that local theatremaker Dan Hutton will be joining James Dacre to assistant direct Cat On A Hot Tin Roof as part of an ongoing relationship with JMK Trust, which also see us offering a series of workshops enabling directors based in the East Midlands to gain an insight into the processes other directors use when rehearsing a play.

Two new residencies have begun this Spring. Local playwright Melanie Spencer has started writing a newly commissioned piece looking at life outside of our major cities, following her win of the inaugural Royal & Derngate/ HighTide New Writing Award, and Matthew Winkworth and Chris Bush have begun to create their new musical having triumphed at the Perfect Pitch Award.

We are excited to have been chosen once again as one of three theatres to host an emerging director on the Regional Young Theatre Director scheme, from Autumn onwards. www.royalandderngate.co.uk/getInvolved/supportingtalent

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Holiday projects

SUMMER SCHOOL

MERLIN

MON 28 JULY – FRI 1 AUGUST 10AM-3PM DERNGATE

MON 4 AUGUST – FRI 8 AUGUST 10AM–3PM UNDERGROUND

Sorcery, spells, dragons, knights and wizards come together to make the most magical drama course yet. We will joust our way through the legend that is Merlin, with plenty of opportunity for magic lotions, potions and bubbling cauldrons, and finally taking on the mighty dragon! Our experienced workshop leaders will help guide your children through this magical story, culminating in a short performance for family and friends.

Recommended for ages 6-12

COST £100 per participant

SUMMER SCHOOL

MUSICAL MASH-UP

MON 11 – FRI 15 AUGUST 10AM–3PM Musical Mash-Up is back by popular demand. Join us this summer for a week of musical theatre mash-ups! You will work with experienced theatre professionals to create a brand new musical, combining recent chart hits with classic West End musical numbers. Improve your singing and dancing skills as you prepare for a world premiere performance at Royal & Derngate. Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or a seasoned performer, our team will create exciting challenges for everyone involved.

Recommended for ages 11-16

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Half Term Drama Course

Half Term Drama Course

Mon 27 – Thu 30 October 10am–3pm

Mon 27 – Thu 30 October 10am–3pm

Afraid Of The Dark Book your place if you dare…

Darkness has come to Royal & Derngate. Strange things are happening in the dead of night. Children place a tooth under their pillow for the tooth fairy, but in the morning they wake to find hundreds of creepy‑crawlies...

Evil is at work. But who or what is behind it?

Join us this October as our experienced workshop leaders will help guide your children through this magical, mystical and spooky world, culminating in a short performance for family and friends.

Winnie the witch

Winnie The Witch lives in a black house. She has black chairs and black stairs, black floors and black doors. The trouble is that Winnie’s cat, Wilbur, is also black. After sitting on him and tripping over him, Winnie decides to turn Wilbur into a green cat. But then he goes out into the long grass... Winnie needs your help!

Come along and join in the fun as our experienced workshop leader will guide you through this fun and magical tale, with arts, crafts, song, dance and of course, drama.

Recommended for ages 8-12

Recommended for ages 4-7

COST £80 per participant

COST £80 per participant

Underground

Underground

Earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups are available for all of the drama courses on request.

For more information, call Ashley Elbourne on 01604 627566 or email ashley.elbourne@royalandderngate.co.uk

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Support us

Royal & Derngate is a registered charity. In addition to our core funding, we generate three quarters of our income through ticket sales, our bars and café, and fundraising.

This fundraising encompasses an extraordinary range of support every year – from the commitment of our Business Club and Artistic Directors Circle Members, to our Name A Seat patrons, our Friends and Gold Supporters. Plus, all of our customers who add a donation when booking their tickets, either online or over the phone, are contributing in a very direct way to the running of the theatre. We are grateful to all of you.

At Royal & Derngate we pride ourselves on the sheer range of live events and entertainment on offer across the year,

and our efforts to programme the best possible work for the broadest possible audience. Just last year we welcomed 292,469 visitors to our shows and films, and our extensive programme of creative projects for all ages offered ways for children, families, young people and communities to get involved – as artists, critics and audience members.

Please continue to play your part and take advantage of the host of ways that you can help keep Royal & Derngate a vital part of our county: a local theatre but with a national reputation.

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BECOME A GOLD SUPPORTER

JOIN THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE

You will have read about the range of activities that our Creative Projects Programme encompasses on pages 48 and 49. You can help the team reach more than 21,000 members of our community every year by becoming a Gold Supporter. You not only enjoy a host of benefits but the majority of your membership fee goes directly to support Creative Projects activity.

We are thrilled with audience responses to Artistic Director James Dacre’s first season here. The Artistic Directors Circle allows you to get even closer to the process behind the scenes that brings each of our productions to the stage.

Receive invitations to exclusive events, workshops and discussions, a selection of complimentary show programmes, a personal thank you in our show programmes and a dedicated team member to handle all your booking enquiries, plus all of the usual Friends benefits.

Membership £150

Watch rehearsals, join James and other members of the team for an annual dinner, and see sneak previews of set and costume designs for our productions.

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NAME A SEAT We all understand the importance of getting the best seat in the house. Perhaps you remember watching your first theatre performance right here with us? Maybe a family member or a loved one was an avid theatre goer or you are looking for a unique way to mark a birthday or anniversary?

What better way to celebrate than by adding your mark to the Royal or Derngate auditoria? In return for a donation, we will affix a plaque with the name of your choice to a seat of your choice, helping to create a lasting memory and recognise your special relationship with us.

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ADD A DONATION WHEN BOOKING YOUR TICKETS Last year we received 16,894 donations from audience members while booking their tickets. Made either over the phone or online, and with donations ranging from £1 to £20, these small amounts combined to make a huge impact on our work.

Our Box Office team will ask when you next book if you would kindly like to add a small donation to your order.

We will also ask you to help us increase the value of your donation with Gift Aid.

Prices start at £250

BUSINESS CLUB

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

By associating your company with Royal & Derngate, you will benefit from a host of commercial and marketing opportunities with a potential to reach 250,000 audience members a year.

Membership can be specifically tailored to match your company requirements from corporate entertaining, brand awareness and staff incentives to fulfilling your corporate social responsibilities.

Benefits include free room hire, branding opportunities, hospitality packages and free tickets to entertain clients or reward staff.

“MEMBERSHIP OF THE BUSINESS CLUB IS IDEAL FOR ENTERTAINING CLIENTS AND WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKED AFTER SO WELL” ELAINE OLSON‑WILLIAMS, PRINCIPAL, MACINTYRE HUDSON LLP

We would also like to thank our current Business Club Supporters:

Please register your interest in any of these opportunities with a member of our Box Office, who will arrange for a team member to contact you. Alternatively you can email development@royalandderngate.co.uk

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Corby’s arts venue offers a great range of entertainment and activities, including:

Get Involved Films Dance Workshops Music Drama Comedy Family Shows Highlights of our upcoming live show programme include Big Country, Eddi Reader, The Bay City Rollers and the wonderful Christmas show, Dear Santa.

State of the art projection equipment, a relaxed and comfortable auditorium and a great programme also make The Core at Corby Cube the perfect venue to enjoy a film.

Ticket Office: 01536 470 470 www.thecorecorby.com

George Street, Corby, NN17 1QG

The Errol Flynn Filmhouse, adjacent to Royal & Derngate, has just celebrated its first birthday and has recently been ranked the No. 1 attraction in Northamptonshire on Trip Advisor. We would like to thank all of our customers who have helped make the first year such a success.

What our audiences say on Trip Advisor: Cas194 At last a haven of refinement in which to relax and enjoy a film in civilised surroundings, great sound system, good screen, every leather reclining seat had an unobstructed view. HHHHH Carmy6869 This is a must for all couples who want to go watch a film in a great atmosphere. Makes a perfect night out with that special someone or a first date. HHHHH ERROL FLYNN FILMHOUSE MEMBERHIPS NOW AVAILABLE Become a member and enjoy three free tickets per year*, discounts on all other tickets purchased and a 10% discount at the Errol Flynn Filmhouse bar. Single membership costs £25, joint membership £40, and can be purchased online or from Box Office.

*Excludes Live Broadcasts and Non-Live Premium screenings

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HAVE YOU TRIED LICK YET? BECOME A FRIEND TODAY Join our Friends membership scheme and enjoy: • A dvance email notification and priority booking for all Royal & Derngate shows, so you will always be the first to hear about our fastest selling shows • Discounts on tickets, including 2 for 1 on all Made In Northampton and some visiting production opening nights • No postage or transaction fees • 10% discount at our café and bars • Regular members’ e-newsletter • Discounts at local businesses

DID YOU KNOW WE SELL THE ONLY FAT FREE FROZEN YOGURT IN THE WORLD MADE FROM 100% YOGURT? AND WE PROMISE IT’S DELICIOUS. SERVED STRAIGHT OR WITH A RANGE OF TASTY TOPPINGS, LICK FROZEN YOGURT IS NOW AVAILBLE IN THE DERNGATE FOYER. Tweet US A PIC OF YOU WITH YOUR LICK TO BE ENTERED INTO OUR MONThLY DRAW #LICKNORTHAMPTON

Single membership £30, joint membership £40. For more information or to purchase your membership visit our website or call Box Office.

LOOK INTO OUR PIES! From this Autumn, The Wicked Way Café is proud to serve award-winning Pieminister Pies.

To make your reservation to enjoy an informal pre‑show dining experience, simply call 01604 655716

PRE-ORDER YOUR THEATRE PROGRAMMES Did you know that you can save money by pre‑ordering your programmes via our Box Office? This applies to programmes for all Made In Northampton shows, Orchestral Season concerts and week-long visiting productions.

Programmes can be pre-ordered for £3 each (orders must be placed before midday on the day of the performance you are seeing) or purchased during your visit for £3.50.

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AT A GLANCE Preview Pre/Post-show Talk Guest Night Schools Only Performance July Fri 18 July Sat 19 July Fri 25 July Sat 26 July Mon 28 July Tue 29 July Wed 30 July Thu 31 July August Fri 1 August Mon 4 August Tue 5 August Wed 6 August Thu 7 August Fri 8 August Mon 11 August Tue 12 August Wed 13 August Thu 14 August Fri 15 August Fri 29 August Sat 30 August September Mon 1 September Tue 2 September Wed 3 September Thu 4 September Fri 5 September Sat 6 September Mon 8 September Tue 9 September Wed 10 September Thu 11 September Fri 12 September Sat 13 September Mon 15 September Tue 16 September Wed 17 September Thu 18 September Fri 19 September Sat 20 September Mon 22 September Tue 23 September Wed 24 September Thu 25 September Fri 26 September Sat 27 September Tue 30 September October Wed 1 October

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Lee Mack Lee Mack The Iliad NMPAT Christmas Big Sing Classics By Candlelight Screaming Blue Murder Strictly Northampton The Manfreds Jimmy Carr La Traviata Merlin Bellowhead Merlin Alan Davies Merlin That'll Be The Day Merlin SHOW Merlin Merlin Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin Magical Mishaps Peter Pan Merlin

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Royal & Derngate is grateful for the support of its funders and supporters:

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

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Detailed Ticket Prices

Merlin – ROYAL Page 40 Performance Schedule Wed 26 November 2.15pm Thu 27 November 2.15pm Fri 28 November 2.15pm Sat 29 November 1.15pm Sun 30 November NO PERFORMANCES Mon 1 December NO PERFORMANCES Tue 2 December 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 3 December 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 4 December 10.30am 2.15pm Fri 5 December 2.15pm Sat 6 December 1.15pm Sun 7 December 1.15pm Mon 8 December NO PERFORMANCES Tue 9 December 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 10 December 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 11 December 10.30am 2.15pm Fri 12 December 10.30am 2.15pm Sat 13 December 1.15pm Sun 14 December 1.15pm Mon 15 December NO PERFORMANCES Tue 16 December 2.15pm Wed 17 December 2.15pm Thu 18 December 2.15pm Fri 19 December NO PERFORMANCES Sat 20 December 1.15pm Sun 21 December 1.15pm Mon 22 December 2.15pm Tue 23 December 2.15pm Wed 24 December 1.15pm Thu 25 December NO PERFORMANCES Fri 26 December 1.15pm Sat 27 December 1.15pm Sun 28 December 1.15pm Mon 29 December 2.15pm Tue 30 December 2.15pm Wed 31 December 1.15pm Thu 1 January NO PERFORMANCES Fri 2 January 2.15pm Sat 3 January 1.15pm Sun 4 January 1.15pm

The table below details full ticket prices for shows where more than two prices apply.

7.15pm 5.15pm

7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm

5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm

Peter Pan – DERNGATE Page 12 Performance Schedule Fri 5 December Sat 6 December Sun 7 December Mon 8 December Tue 9 December Wed 10 December Thu 11 December Fri 12 December Sat 13 December Sun 14 December Mon 15 December Tue 16 December Wed 17 December Thu 18 December Fri 19 December Sat 20 December Sun 21 December Mon 22 December Tue 23 December Wed 24 December Thu 25 December Fri 26 December Sat 27 December Sun 28 December Mon 29 December Tue 30 December Wed 31 December Thu 1 January Fri 2 January Sat 3 January Sun 4 January

7pm 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm 5pm 1pm 1pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm NO PERFORMANCES 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm 1pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm 2pm 7pm 2pm 7pm 1pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 2pm 7pm 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm

PRICE BAND A B C D E New Jersey Nights Mon Eve & Wed Mat £23 £21 £19 £16 £13 Tue-Thu Eve £26 £23 £20 £18 £15 Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat £29 £27 £24 £21 £19 One Man, Two Guvnors Mon-Thu Eve & Sat Mat £29.50 £26.50 £22.50 £17.50 £14 Wed Mat £25.50 £21.50 £17.50 £14.50 £12 Fri & Sat Eve £33.50 £29.50 £27.50 £23.50 £17 The Annual Arnold Festival Gala Concert £33.50 £31 £28 £26 £22 This Is My Family Tue-Thu Eve £24.50 £21.50 £20.50 £16.50 £11 Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat £26.50 £23.50 £22.50 £18.50 £12 Thu Mat £31.50 £17 £10 South Pacific Tue Eve & Sat Mat £18 £16 £14 £11 £10 Wed-Fri Eve £21 £19 £17 £14 £12 Sat Eves £22 £20 £18 £16 £14 The Full Monty Mon Eve & Wed Mat £26 £24.50 £20.50 £15.50 £12.50 Tue-Thu Eve £28 £26.50 £23.50 £18.50 £15.50 Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat £30 £28.50 £25.50 £20.50 £16.50 The Woman In Black Mon-Fri Eve £28 £25 £22.50 £19.50 £14 Sat Eves £29 £26 £23.50 £20 £14.50 Thu Mat & Sat Mat £22 £20 £18 £16 £13 Classics By Candlelight £32.50 £28.50 £24.50 £19.50 £16.50 Strictly Northampton £25 £18.50 £16.50 £10 La Traviata £35 £32 £28 £23 £18 Peter Pan Green Shows £16 £14 £12.50 £11 £10 Red Shows £23.50 £22 £20 £17.50 £14.50 Purple Shows £25 £23.50 £22 £19.50 £16 Silver Shows £26.50 £25 £23.50 £21 £18.50 Gold Shows £28 £26.50 £25 £23 £21 Moscow City Ballet Mon Eve & Wed Mat £30 £27.50 £26.50 £22 £18 Tue-Fri Eve £34 £31.50 £30 £26 £22 Sat Eve & Sat Mat £35 £32.50 £31 £28 £25 The Johann Strauss Gala £31.50 £28.50 £25.50 £20.50 £16.50 Dreamboats & Miniskirts Mon-Thu Eve £30 £26.50 £24.50 £22.50 £19.50 Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat £32.50 £29.50 £26.50 £24.50 £21.50 Wed Mat £26 £24 £21 £19 £17 Oklahoma Thu 19 Feb, Mon Eve £27 £24 £22 £20 £16 & Wed Mat Tue-Thu Eve (excl.Thu £31 £29 £26 £24 £20 19 Feb) Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat £35 £32 £29 £26 £22 Jesus Christ Superstar Mon-Thu Eve £34.50 £32.50 £30 £28.50 £25 Wed Mat £31 £29 £27 £25 £23 Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat £36 £34 £32 £28 £26 The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time Mon-Thu Eve & Sat Mat £29.50 £26.50 £22.50 £17.50 £15 Wed Mat £25.50 £21.50 £17.50 £14.50 £13 Fri & Sat Eve £33.50 £29.50 £27.50 £23.50 £18 Derren Brown Mon-Thu Eve £38 £35 £31 £29 Fri & Sat Eve £43 £40 £36 Made In Northampton: Regeneration, Cat On A Hot Tin Roof Mon-Fri Eves £28 £25 £22.50 £19.50 £14 Sat Eves £29 £26 £23.50 £20 £14.50 Matinees & Previews £22 £20 £18 £16 £13 Made In Northampton: Merlin Blue Shows £24 £22.50 £19.50 £16.50 £13.50 Pink Shows £22.50 £21 £18.50 £15 £12.50 Yellow Shows £20 £18 £17 £14.50 £12 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performances: Lest We Forgot, Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No.2 and Romantic Classics £33.50 £31 £28 £26 £22

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£16.50 £17.50 £14 £13 £16 £19 £20.50 £19 £23 £14 £12 £17

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Discounts & CONCESSIONS

At Royal & Derngate, we are committed to an accessible pricing policy and offer discounts wherever possible.

In some instances, ticket prices and available discounts are dictated by external promoters and there is no flexibility for the provision of discounts.

CONCESSIONS Under 16s, Over 60s, Students, Job Seekers and Disabled Patrons are able to claim a £2 discount on their tickets for most performances (excluding Saturday evenings). Please let us know if you are eligible for a concession at time of booking and please note that on some performances, certain types of concession may not apply.

GROUPS For selected performances, an allocation of tickets can be purchased at reduced prices by Groups.

Discounts start at: Groups 8+ £2 off, 20+ £3 off, 40+ £4 off We also offer a free ticket for the Group Organiser wherever possible and you will not pay a transaction fee when booking. There are also even greater discounts available on our Made In Northampton productions.

For this year’s Christmas shows, the following rates apply: PETER PAN (available on top three prices only for Red, Purple and Silver Shows)

MERLIN (available on top three prices only) Groups 8+ £4 off, 20+ £6 off, 40+ £8 off per ticket

Groups 8+ £4 off, 20+ £6 off, 40+ £8 off, 60+ £9 off per ticket

We also offer Uniform performances where greater savings can be made for accredited youth organisations and uniformed personnel.

A dedicated Groups Line is open 8.30am-3.30pm, Mon – Fri, 01604 620066.

FRIENDS & MEMBERS Friends, Gold Supporters and Artistic Director’s Circle members are entitled to a saving on EVERY performance.

This ranges from £1 off, £3 off and ‘two tickets for the price of one’. 2FOR1s are indicated on the Diary on pages 56-60. Please ask at time of booking.

Friends & Members can also book over the phone or online without paying any transaction fees.

FAMILy On selected performances, a special price applies for your family group.

Please ask Box Office at time of booking.

SCHOOLS For selected performances, an allocation of tickets can be purchased at reduced prices by Schools.

Please call the Groups Line or Box Office for details.

SEASON TICKETS There is still time to buy a Made In Northampton subscription package.

Buy a Silver Subscription and see two shows for £48, or a Matinee & Preview Subscription and enjoy two fantastic productions for just £38.

Concessions can claim an additional £2 off per ticket (excl. Sat eve).

Friends & Members can claim an additional £3 off per ticket (excl.

Sat eve).

As a subscriber you would then benefit from the following: • Free exchanges or transfer of tickets to family and friends • Discounts on Merlin (Christmas Show 2014/15) • Reduced priced programmes

REAL DISCOUNTS If you are aged 14-26, you can join our Real Discounts Scheme and access a number of free and discounted tickets for selected performances. Call Box Office for details.

DON’T FORGET! You can add also shows to your existing SEASON TICKET at any time and benefit from an even better discount on your new tickets.

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

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.

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Booking information Box Office 01604 624811 Website www.royalanderngate.co.uk Royal & Derngate, Box Office, Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP

How to book

IN PERSON On performance days, our Box Office is open from 10am until 15 minutes after the last performance commences. Non performances days 10 – 6pm. Sundays & Bank Holidays, we are open from 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to the first performance commencing.

BY POST Please write to Royal & Derngate, Box Office, Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Seating plan

Derngate Auditorium This seating plan give a general overview of the Derngate auditorium in a standard format. Due to the great variety of events we put on there are a range of other formats.

We hope that this image will assist you when choosing your seats, but would recommend that you check with Box Office which format is being used for any given event before purchasing.

You can pay by cash if booking in person or by Visa, Mastercard, Visa Delta or Electron

RESERVATIONS Ticket reservations must be paid for within four days of booking (excluding Groups). We are unable to reserve tickets without payment within seven days prior to the performance.

POSTAGE FEE There is a 75p fee applicable to post your tickets to a UK address. We recommend that we do not post any tickets booked within seven days of the performance date, and instead will hold them at the Box Office for collection.

BOOKING FEES All online and telephone bookings are subject to a £2.80 transaction fee. Friends, Gold Supporters, Disabled Patrons, and Group Bookings are exempt. This fee does not apply to those booking in person at the Box Office and, unlike many other theatres, 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.

GIFT VOUCHERS Gift Vouchers for Royal & Derngate and the Errol Flynn Filmhouse are available to buy from the Box Office in any denomination. We also sell National Theatre Tokens.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Please note that we are unable to refund or exchange tickets.

For sold-out shows only, we will accept returned tickets for re-sale, providing a gift voucher for the full amount in return.

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.

Royal Auditorium Boxes in the Royal Auditorium are sold subject to technical requirements and may not be available for purchase.

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Visitor information How To Find Us

ACCESS INFORMATION

The Royal and Derngate auditoria and our Underground spaces are all accessed via our main entrance. This is situated on Swan Street, off Guildhall Road. The Errol Flynn Filmhouse is located adjacent to Royal & Derngate in Albion Place and can be accessed from Derngate or Royal & Derngate’s main entrance. Both venues are located in the centre of Northampton, approximately 15 minutes by car from the M1 and an hour from London by train. The postcode for SAT NAV devices is NN1 1DP.

We are committed to enabling as many people as possible to enjoy performances at Royal & Derngate. For full and updated access information, please visit the website or ask for a leaflet at Box Office.

There are train connections approximately 15 minutes walk from the theatre.

Car Parking See the map below for the car parks we recommend.

Please note that Derngate is currently closed at the junction with Bedford Road and Victoria Promenade, due to roadworks (as part of road improvement scheme). The easiest car park to use while the road closure is in place is St John’s Multi-Storey car park. Please allow extra time for your journey.

You can now obtain a parking ticket for St John’s Multi‑Storey from the Box Office or theatre bars.

Simply show your theatre ticket and purchase a barrier-ready exit ticket for £1.

Disabled Customers are entitled to a concession on most performances. For those requiring assistance, disabled patrons may also bring a companion free of charge.

• The Sennheiser Infra-red Enhanced Hearing System is available from Box Office. To ensure that you purchase tickets in seats with optimum coverage, please check with Box Office at time of booking.

• 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).

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

• A limited number of disabled parking spaces are available for evening shows at no charge. Please reserve these spaces with Box Office in advance of the performance.

Please look for the following symbols on the show pages and diary (pages 56-59): Audio Described Performances Sign Language Interpreted Performances StageText Captioned Performances Touch Tours Relaxed Performances A half-hour touch tour is available before some of our audio‑described Made In Northampton performances. This tour provides visitors with a tactile experience of some of the set and costumes used in the production, with an accompanied explanation from actors and/or members of the creative team. Please contact Box Office to book your place on our next touch tour.

St. John’s Multi‑Storey NN1 1HA – 585 spaces Albion Place NN1 1UD – 105 spaces Hazelwood Road NCP NN1 1LG – 37 spaces The Ridings NN1 2BT – 60 spaces Commercial Street South NN1 1PN – 50 spaces Mayorhold Multi-Storey NN1 3HA – 1054 spaces

As well as the car parks highlighted above, there are a number of pay and display on‑street options available.

Please don’t hesitate to talk to Box Office at time of booking if you have any concerns about your visit.

We are holding a relaxed performance of Merlin (see page 40). This is a specially adapted and relaxed performance for customers with a wide range of disabilities and for those on the autistic spectrum. There may be some small changes to the show in terms of lighting and sound but the overall content will not change. There will also be a more relaxed atmosphere in the auditorium in order to reduce anxiety and ensure an enjoyable visit. A visual story and familiarisation meeting and a relaxation area will also be available.

Large Print, Audio and Braille versions of this brochure are available on request.

Please call Box Office on 01604 624811.

LOOK INTO OUR PIES! From this Autumn, The Wicked Way Café is proud to serve award-winning Pieminister Pies.

Make your reservation to enjoy an informal pre‑show dining experience.

Join us from September and try our new range of Pieminister Pies made using only the best ingredients and only 100% free range British meat.

Whether you’re after something traditional such as steak and kidney, mouth-watering venison, or a luxurious vegetarian option, we have got the perfect pie for you... all served up with a choice of sensational sides including mash, peas and gravy, sweet potato fries or salad. With up to 10 delicious pies to choose from including a selection of lighter pies at less than 440 calories each, we have something to satisfy every taste.

Full menu details are available on our website at www.royalandderngate.co.uk

To reserve your table, simply call 01604 655716

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