Royal & Derngate Summer 2016

WHAT’S ON SUMMER 2016

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THE JAMES PLAYS

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GANGSTA GRANNY

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CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG

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WED 21 SEPTEMBER – SUN 2 OCTOBER

KING LEAR

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FRI 1 – SAT 23 APRIL

p28 SPYMONKEY’S THE COMPLETE DEATHS

SOUL

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FRI 20 MAY – SAT 11 JUNE

THU 5 – SAT 7 MAY

TELL ME ON A SUNDAY

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SARA PASCOE

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FRI 17 JUNE

THE PLANETS

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SUN 26 JUNE

FRI 20 MAY

p55 HOLIDAY PROJECT DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE

THE SHAKESPEARE STORY TRAIL

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MARKET BOY FRI 22 & SAT 23 JULY

WELCOME SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

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Get ready for the ride of your life when the ultimate party, Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical, comes to Royal & Derngate, starring boy band Blue member and West End theatre star Duncan James as Tick.

Based on the smash-hit movie, the show tells the heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship, and end up finding more than they could have ever dreamed of.

MON 4 – SAT 9 APRIL

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With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and a hit parade of dance floor classics, including I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, Finally, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and I Love The Nightlife, this wildly fresh and funny hit musical will take you on a journey to the heart of ‘fabulous’!

“HUGELY ENTERTAINING... INSANELY GLITZY” DAILY TELEGRAPH “INGENIOUS… SPECTACULAR… A BIG HIT MUSICAL” EVENING STANDARD

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BILL KENWRIGHT BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

“UTTERLY IRRESISTIBLE, GO, GO, GO, JO”

“BRILLIANT! IT EXPLODES LIKE GLITTERING FIREWORKS!”

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LUCY KAY

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DONS THE COVE TED COAT!

Lyrics by

TIM RICE

Bill Kenwright’s brilliant production of Sir Tim Rice and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues on its record-breaking tour, having sold 15 million tickets.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph (Joe McElderry), his 11 brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is filled with unforgettable songs, including Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door To Me. Joe McElderry was just 18 when he won the sixth

Music by

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

series of The X Factor in 2009 and immediately went straight to number one in the UK singles charts with his debut single The Climb. He has since gone on to have three top 10 albums, as well as having two more reality TV show victories by winning ITV’s Pop Star To Opera Star and Channel 4’s The Jump. Lucy Kay rose to fame on Britain’s Got Talent and scored her first number one, after her stunning debut album Fantasia shot straight to the top of the Classical Album Charts.

TUE 3 – SAT 7 MAY TUE 7.30PM, WED 2.30PM & 7.30PM, THU 2.30PM & 7.30PM, FRI 5PM & 8PM, SAT 2PM, 5PM & 8PM TICKETS £15 – £30.50 (See page 64) DERNGATE

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“A HUGE THEATRICAL EVENT” THE SCOTSMAN

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TIME OUT ON JAMES I

“LAURIE SANSOM’S GRIPPING PRODUCTION”

The James Plays, directed by Royal & Derngate’s former Artistic Director Laurie Sansom, opened in 2014 to enormous public and critical acclaim.

Written by acclaimed playwright Rona Munro, James I, II and III are a trilogy of history plays for contemporary audiences that bring to dramatic life three generations of Stewart Kings who ruled Scotland in the 15th century.

From the National Theatre, who brought us last year’s sell-out The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time comes this remarkable co‑production originated by the National Theatre of Scotland and Edinburgh International Festival.

SAT 16 & SUN 17 APRIL James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock – Sat & Sun 11am James II: Day Of The Innocents – Sat & Sun 3pm James III: The True Mirror – Sat & Sun 7.30pm THREE SHOW PACKAGE £42, £60 & £78 INDIVIDUAL SHOW £24, £27 & £36 DERNGATE

Each play stands alone in its own right, but viewed together they form a very special, truly epic piece of theatre created by an ensemble of 20 actors, including Blythe Duff (Taggart), Steven Miller (Casualty) and Peter Forbes (Travels With My Aunt and Diary Of A Nobody at Royal & Derngate).

These are very much plays for today, by turns moving, thought-provoking and laugh-out-loud funny. The language is contemporary, the action fast-moving and the narrative compelling and urgent. Gripping writing, royal power battles and a world-class cast make this event-theatre as addictive as any television box set.

Please note, these performances contain strong language, violent scenes, nudity and are not suitable for children.

FOR AGES 14+

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MAY

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DAVID GRAHAM ENTERTAINMENT LTD IN CONJUNCTION WITH ITV PRESENTS

THE FIRST NATIONAL THEATRE TOUR OF ITV’S

DAVID LONSDALE

CARLY COOK

STARRING

MATT MILBURN

For the first time ever, ITV’s popular Sunday evening 1960s police drama comes to the stage, starring original members of the TV cast.

Heartbeat ran for 18 years from 1992 to 2010, with viewers regularly exceeding 10 million, and featured constantly in the top five television programmes across all the channels.

MON 9 – SAT 14 MAY

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STEVEN BLAKELEY

DAVID HORNE

This touring production uses video footage and a clever set that recreates the atmosphere of the 1960s rural Yorkshire setting. Come and see David Stockwell, Gina Ward, PC Geoff Younger and many of the other most popular characters from the show in this live stage show, featuring a brand new script and all of the great music that was a prominent feature of the series.

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The international, award-winning Broadway and West End musical, Chicago, arrives in Northampton for one week only, starring West End and EastEnders actor John Partridge as Billy Flynn, Dancing On Ice winner and Coronation Street star Hayley Tamaddon as Roxie Hart, and X Factor winner and real life prison warden Sam Bailey* as Matron ‘Mama’ Morton.

Based on events in the roaring 1920s, nightclub singer Roxie Hart shoots her lover and along with cell block rival, double-murderess Velma Kelly,

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they fight to keep from death row with the help of lawyer, Billy Flynn.

Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score includes All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle and is “the sharpest, slickest show on the block” (The Times).

A nightclub singer, a double-murderess, a smooth-talking lawyer and a cell block of sin: it would be a crime to miss it.

MON 23 – SAT 28 MAY

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JUNE

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We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage.

Using actors and 3D special effects, these two world premieres are guaranteed to thrill you and your children.

GROOVY GREEKS – From savage Sparta to angry Athens, discover the truth about growing up in Greece. Take on the Trojans and pummel

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the Persians! Compete in the first ever Olympic Games and appear in the very first play. Meet your match with the Minotaur and be zapped by Zeus!

INCREDIBLE INVADERS – The Celts are crunched when the Ruthless Romans invade. Can crazy Caratacus save the nation? Hide behind Hadrian’s Wall. See the Savage Saxons smash their way in.

Find out who’s at Sutton Hoo. Will you survive the Vicious Vikings as they sail into the audience?

Schools tickets are just £11.

GROOVY GREEKS – TUE 7PM, WED 10.30AM, THU 7PM, FRI 10.30AM & SAT 2.30PM INCREDIBLE INVADERS – WED 1.30PM, THU 1.30PM, FRI 7PM & SAT 11AM TICKETS £18 (See page 64) DERNGATE

FOR AGES 5+

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Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back in Northampton in a brand new live stage show, Peppa Pig’s Surprise.

charming, colourful new show filled with songs.

Peppa Pig’s Surprise promises to be the perfect theatre show for all pre-schoolers!

It’s a lovely day and Peppa is playing outside with her friends. Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig have got a surprise for her and George – they can’t guess what it is, but can you?

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Enjoy fun, games and, of course, surprises in this

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Running time 90 mins including interval

WED 29 & THU 30 JUNE WED 1PM & 4PM, THU 10AM, 1PM & 4PM TICKETS £15 & £17 DERNGATE

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JULY

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“BRILLIANTLY ADAPTED, THIS IS A CRACKER OF A SHOW!” MAIL ON SUNDAY

It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny. There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure – it’s going to be sooooooooo boring.

But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret – and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he

embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny!

HHHH “KIDS ADORE DAVID WALLIAMS’ BOOKS AND THEY LOVED THIS SHOW” DAILY TELEGRAPH “WHAT A FANTASTIC SHOW! SUPERB! AND SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE BOOK!” DAVID WALLIAMS

Running time 2hr 10mins including interval

TUE 12 – SAT 16 JULY TUE 7PM, WED 10.30AM & 1.30PM, THU 1.30PM & 7PM, FRI 10.30AM & 7PM, SAT 2.30PM & 7PM TICKETS £15, £17 & £19 DERNGATE

Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2011.

Cover lettering of author’s name ©Quentin Blake, 2010

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SEPTEMBER

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PRESENTED BY DEAD SHEEP LIMITED IN COLLABORATION WITH CAHOOTS THEATRE COMPANY

Graham Seed

Steve Nallon

In 1989 the seemingly invincible Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher sacked Geoffrey Howe, her Foreign Secretary. She apparently had nothing to fear from him; his speaking skills had, famously, been compared to those of a dead sheep.

However, a year later, inspired by his wife Elspeth’s notoriously frosty relationship with Thatcher, Howe overcame his limitations to destroy his one time friend and political soul mate with one of history’s great political speeches.

Dead Sheep, which opened in London to huge critical acclaim last year, tells this true story in a drama tinged with tragedy and comedy. Starring the extraordinary Spitting Image legend Steve Nallon as Margaret Thatcher and Graham Seed (Nigel Pargetter in The Archers) as Ian Gow, its themes – loyalty, love, political morality and Britishness – are as relevant today as they were a quarter of a century ago.

“ENTERTAINING… WITTY… FASCINATING” THE TIMES

MON 19 – SAT 24 SEPTEMBER EVES 7.45PM, THU & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS £10 – £29 (See page 64) ROYAL

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SEPTEMBER

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MUSIC & LYRICS AND WEST YORKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE PRESENT

CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Music and Lyrics by RICHARD M. SHERMAN and ROBERT B. SHERMAN Music by Special Arrangement with Sony/ATV Publishing Adapted for the Stage by JEREMY SAMS Based on the MGM Motion Picture Licensed Script adapted by Ray Roderick This production presented by permission of JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of New York

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OCTOBER

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“FABULOUS FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT”

“FEEL-GOOD PRODUCTION”

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THE GUARDIAN

THE MOST FANTASMAGORICAL STAGE MUSICAL IN THE HISTORY OF EVERYTHING! JASON MANFORD

PHILL JUPITUS

MICHELLE COLLINS

CARRIE HOPE FLETCHER

AS CARACTACUS POTTS

AS LORD SCRUMPTIOUS/BARON BOMBURST

AS BARONESS BOMBURST

AS TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS

One of the world’s favourite musicals, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will have Northampton audiences of all ages flying high with its mixture of madness, intrigue and exuberance.

Can the loveable but wacky inventor, Potts, along with his two children and Truly Scrumptious outwit the bombastic Baron Bomburst, who has decreed that all children be banished from his kingdom? What happens when the children are caught and imprisoned by the evil Childcatcher? Will it all end happily-everafter? Well, of course it will!

Michelle Collins (EastEnders, Coronation Street) will star as Baroness Bomburst alongside Jason Manford as Caractacus Potts, Phill Jupitus (The Producers, Hairspray) as Lord Scrumptious and Baron Bomburst, and Carrie Hope Fletcher as Truly Scrumptious.

This fun-filled production from the team that brought you Fiddler On The Roof, Oklahoma! and The King And I promises laughs, magic galore and Chitty, the flying car, herself.

WED 21 SEPTEMBER – SUN 2 OCTOBER

EVES 7.30PM, THU 22 SEP MATINEE 2PM, THU 29 SEP & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM, SUN MATINEES 1PM & SUN 25 SEP EVE 5PM TICKETS £16 – £49.50 (See page 64) DERNGATE

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OCTOBER

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HHHHH “HIGHEST PRAISE”

FINANCIAL TIMES (2015)

Richard Alston Dance Company jumps into its third decade with a programme fizzing with all the energy, skill and grace of its amazing dancers.

This much-acclaimed company has been nominated for recent Olivier and National Dance Awards for its lyrical and uniquely musical dance works, choreographed by Artistic Director Richard Alston and Associate Choreographer Martin Lawrance.

TUE 4 & WED 5 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £13, £20 & £23 DERNGATE

HHHH “NOT CONTENT WITH REMAKING THE PAST, HE’S PUSHING HIS COMPANY INTO THE NEXT PHASE” EVENING STANDARD ON RICHARD ALSTON (2015)

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OCTOBER

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“A TRULY NERVE-SHREDDING EXPERIENCE” DAILY MAIL

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Join the seven million theatregoers worldwide who have experienced “the most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter” (Daily Telegraph).

A lawyer is obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a ‘woman in black’, and engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest

memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation.

This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

“THE AUDIENCE WERE JUMPING OUT OF THEIR SEATS” THE OBSERVER “DON’T GO UNLESS YOU LIKE BEING SCARED OUT OF YOUR WITS” SUNDAY MIRROR

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‘THE BIGGEST LIVE THEATRE SENSATION OF ALL TIME’ THE OBSERVER

THE RECORD-BREAKING INTERNATIONAL SENSATION

Have the time of your life with the ultimate live experience, Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage. The record-breaking musical follows two incredible West End runs and two hit UK tours, and is even better than before in this allnew production.

On a family holiday in the summer of 1963, 17 year-old Frances ‘Baby’ Houseman stumbles across an all-night dance party filled with steamy dance moves and the pounding rhythms at the staff quarters. She can’t wait to be part of the scene, especially when she catches sight

of Johnny Castle, the resort dance instructor.

Thrown in at the deep end as Johnny’s leading lady both on-stage and off, Baby’s life is about to change forever.

Full of passion and romance, heart-pounding music and sensationally sexy dancing, the show features the hit songs Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart-stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life.

“SEXY, SENSUOUS, RAUNCHY” THE INDEPENDENT

MON 31 OCTOBER – SAT 5 NOVEMBER MON – THU & SAT EVES 7.30PM, FRI 5.30PM & 8.30PM, SAT MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS £18 – £46, premium £56 (See page 64) DERNGATE

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NORTHAMPTON MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY

GREASE

TUE 25 – SAT 29 OCTOBER EVES 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM It’s automatic, it’s systematic, it’s hydromatic… Why, it’s Grease!

Following on from the success of its last production, Sister Act, Northampton Musical Theatre Company now present the cult classic, Grease, in the Derngate auditorium. Packed with all the hit songs from the film, including You’re The One That I Want, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Greased Lightnin’ and many more, you are in for a rock ‘n’ rollin’ night out.

This local theatre company have consistently won the East Midlands National Operatic and Dramatic Association Award for Best Show and look forward to performing their latest electrifyin’ production.

This is an amateur production given with kind permission from Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

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BUDDY

THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY MON 7 – SAT 12 NOVEMBER EVES 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM Following its success at Royal & Derngate in 2013, the sensational multi-award-winning West End show is returning to Northampton.

Forget feel-good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is feel-great. Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a cast of phenomenally talented actors and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise to fame, to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom.

Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Rave On, La Bamba, Johnny B. Goode, Shout, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, and many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

“THIS SHOW IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST. IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN THE BRILLIANT MUSICAL BUDDY YET, BUY YOUR TICKET NOW!” THE SUN “THE SHOW YOU WILL NEVER FORGET” DAILY MAIL TICKETS £16 – £33 (See page 64) DERNGATE

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CHRISTMAS

This year, Northampton’s premier pantomime reaches new heights.

Follow Jack and his hapless brother Simple Simon, and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in our spectacular family pantomime.

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Forced to sell his trusty cow, join Jack as he fights to save the beautiful Princess Apricot, outwit the evil giant, win riches beyond his wildest dreams and the hand of the girl he loves.

Expect lots of laughs, fabulous music, fantastic special effects, and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime!

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SUNNY AFTERNOON

TUE 10 – SAT 14 JANUARY 2017 EVES 7.30PM, WED, THU & SAT MATINEES 2.30PM Sunny Afternoon tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom.

Step into swinging ’60s Britain and discover how The Kinks found their definitive sound that rocked a nation and influenced generations.

Featuring the iconic hits You Really Got Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower Of Fashion, All Day And All Of The Night, Sunny Afternoon and more, this production fizzes with energy, and is a fresh new “Great British Musical” (The Times) that will make your spirits soar.

With music and lyrics by Ray Davies (Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music), a new book

by Joe Penhall and direction by Edward Hall, Sunny Afternoon’s faultless musicianship and brilliant songs come together for a moving portrayal of The Kinks’ amazing journey during the youthful, rebellious 1960s.

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MADE IN NORTHAMPTON SPRING AND SUMMER 2016

In 2015 our Made In Northampton season won the UK Theatre Award for Best Presentation of Touring Theatre and Royal & Derngate was recognised as one of three UK venues in the Regional Theatre of the Year category of The Stage Annual Awards. Over the coming months we will continue to develop this reputation with our next seven productions touring to over 40 theatres across Britain.

Our 2016 Made In Northampton season takes off with a festival to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. Following an acclaimed run in Northampton, Peter Whelan’s play, The Herbal Bed currently tours the country. Michael Pennington, who this month received his fourth Olivier Award nomination, heads a distinguished company in Max Webster’s production of King Lear, and then Tim Crouch collaborates with anarchic Northampton favourites Spymonkey to mischievously stage all of Shakespeare’s death scenes in The Complete Deaths.

Rounding off our Shakespeare celebrations, Oscar-winning writer Rebecca Lenkiewicz and director Caroline Steinbeis stage Shakespeare’s last play, The Tempest, with a company composed of the best 18‑25 year-old acting talent from across Northamptonshire and beyond. We will also celebrate Shakespeare’s legacy with a wide range of other community events and a day of activities across Northampton on Saturday 23 April, the anniversary itself.

We then welcome internationally acclaimed ensemble company Peepolykus back to the Royal with their hilarious take on Gustave Flaubert’s novel The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary!

The season ends with two projects that have been many years in the making. Roy Williams’ extraordinary new play Soul about the life and death of the musical legend Marvin Gaye will feature the Royal & Derngate Community Choir, while our celebrated 2014 production of A Tale Of Two Cities, written by Mike Poulton with original music by Oscar-winning composer Rachel Portman will return. At Christmas, the magical tale of Peter And The Starcatcher will receive its European premiere on the Royal stage. A huge hit on Broadway in 2012, it won five Tony Awards and the Drama Desk Award for its glorious music, going on to become one of the most produced plays in America last year.

We look forward to welcoming you to Royal & Derngate this season.

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“It will come: humanity must prey on itself, like monsters of the deep.”

An ageing tyrant’s whimsical decision to divide his kingdom tears his family apart, sparks catastrophic civil war and destroys all that he has.

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Driven from his home, King Lear endures madness and great suffering as he battles a great storm. Yet with madness he finds reason, after betrayal he discovers loyalty and through his suffering a better world emerges.

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Michael Pennington, who recently received his fourth Olivier Award nomination, leads a cast of fourteen distinguished actors in Max Webster’s (2016 Olivier-nominated The Lorax, Old Vic) epic new interpretation of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy. It marks the 400th anniversary of his death and embarks upon a major UK tour after opening at Royal & Derngate.

Director Max Webster Designer Adrian Linford Lighting Designer Natasha Chivers Composer, Sound & Movement Matthew Bugg Fight Director Alison de Burgh

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Casting Director Joyce Nettles Associate Director Christian Durham Assistant Director Julia Locascio

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Shane Attwooll

Catherine Bailey

Beth Cooke

Pip Donaghy

Reginald Edwards

Joshua Elliott

Gavin Fowler

Caleb Frederick

Adrian Irvine

Scott Karim

Tom McGovern

Daniel O’Keefe

Michael Pennington

Sally Scott

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There are 75 onstage deaths in the works of William Shakespeare: from the Roman suicides in Julius Caesar to the death fall of Prince Arthur in King John; from the carnage at the end of Hamlet to snakes in a basket in Antony And Cleopatra. And then there’s the pie in Titus Andronicus.

2016 ADD-ON A co-production with Spymonkey and Brighton Festival Adaptor & Director Tim Crouch Spymonkey Aitor Basauri, Stephan Kreiss, Petra Massey and Toby Park Designer Lucy Bradridge Lighting Phil Supple Original music Toby Park CONCESSIONS FRIENDS & MEMBERS POST SHOW TALK

For their fifth outing at Royal & Derngate, Spymonkey (Every Last Trick, Cooped, Oedipussy, Moby Dick) will perform them all – sometimes lingeringly, sometimes messily, sometimes movingly, sometimes musically, always hysterically. These four “seriously, outrageously, cleverly funny clowns” (Time Magazine) will scale the peaks of sublime poetry, and plumb the depths of darkest depravity. It may even be the death of them.

Adapted and directed by Tim Crouch (The Author, Adler & Gibb Royal Court), The Complete Deaths will be a solemn, sombre and sublimely funny tribute to the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death and the perfect counterpoint to our production of King Lear.

An exclusive chance for Northampton audiences to see the show in preview at Royal & Derngate ahead of its world premiere at Brighton Festival and an international tour. Tickets are selling fast for this limited run so book now to avoid disappointment. #CompleteDeaths Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England

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A co-production with Peepolykus, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse, Nuffield and Bristol Old Vic Adaptors John Nicholson and Javier Marzan Director Gemma Bodinetz Set Designer Conor Murphy Associate Set Designer & Costume Designer Amanda Stoodley Lighting Designer Jack Knowles Sound Designer Fergus O’Hare Composer Peter Coyte Movement Director Elinor Randle CONCESSIONS GROUPS FRIENDS & MEMBERS RD 14-26 POST SHOW TALK

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For your viewing pleasure, Peepolykus (Spyski, The Hound Of The Baskervilles) proudly present Gustave Flaubert’s masterpiece Madame Bovary. The ground-breaking nineteenth century novel is brought spectacularly to life by this internationally acclaimed ensemble company, directed by Gemma Bodinetz.

Laugh and cry in equal measures as Emma Bovary chooses the wrong husband. Lose yourself in mesmeric love scenes featuring a stupendous collection of devastatingly handsome men. Question the impotence of women in a Victorian patriarchal society, if you want. Marvel at how many parts a Spanish man with limited English can play with only one moustache. There will be vermin, visual absurdity, wild animals and a nun.

Can the cast of four rise to the ridiculous challenge they have set themselves? It’s going to be hilarious. And serious. Possibly.

“A SURPRISINGLY HILARIOUS ROMP THROUGHOUT - ALIVE WITH WITTY DIALOGUE, SURREAL HUMOUR AND INVENTIVE DIRECTION” THE GUIDE, LIVERPOOL “A SHOW DELIVERED WITH BOTH LOVE AND LUNACY” THE GUARDIAN #MassiveTragedy

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“You had better tell me what I just walked into.”

On April Fool’s Day 1984, hours before his 45th birthday, Marvin Gaye was shot dead by his father in the shared family home they called the ‘Big House.’ What happened there has been shrouded in mystery since.

Revealing what really happened during Marvin Gaye’s haunting final days and celebrating his extraordinary life, Soul is a parable about an American family prepared to do anything to promote and protect their children. Not just the story of Marvin Gaye, but of many a musical icon whose family life has been crushed by the effects of their stardom – a searing portrait of the pitfalls of the American dream.

Written by BAFTA and Evening Standard Award-winning Roy Williams (Sucker Punch, Days Of Significance) in close collaboration with members of the family of Marvin Gaye, Soul is a dramatic thriller about one of the most influential musicians of our time. It is directed by Artistic Director James Dacre and features the Royal & Derngate Community Choir. #UntoldSoul

PART OF 2016 SEASON TICKET A co-production with Hackney Empire

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Our final tribute to William Shakespeare, in this anniversary year, is his last masterpiece The Tempest. This vibrant new version is an adaptation by Rebecca Lenkiewicz (Oscar and BAFTA-winning Ida; Her Naked Skin, National Theatre) and will be directed by Caroline Steinbeis.

Set on a remote island of villains, lovers, fools and outcasts, The Tempest is a tale of enlightenment and forgiveness.

Conjuring up a supernatural world of sorcery, savagery, shipwrecks and chivalry, Shakespeare’s late play is the bard at his most mystical and audacious.

2016 ADD-ON A co-production with National Youth Theatre

Adaptor Rebecca Lenkiewicz Director Caroline Steinbeis Designer Lucy Sierra Lighting Designer Johanna Town Composer & Sound Designer Tom Mills

Shakespeare’s magical story of growing up and growing old will be performed by the next generation of talent – an ensemble of 18-25 year olds that brings together the most promising young actors from across Northamptonshire and the UK. The production is a unique collaboration between Royal & Derngate and the National Youth Theatre, whose renowned alumni rank amongst Britain’s greatest actors including Northampton’s Matt Smith, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Helen Mirren and Daniel Day Lewis.

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“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...”

Charles Dickens considered his novel A Tale Of Two Cities “the best story I have ever written.” Interweaving one family’s intensely personal drama with the terror and chaos of the French Revolution, it is an epic story of love, sacrifice and redemption amidst horrific violence and world changing events.

PART OF 2016 SEASON TICKET A co-production with Touring Consortium Theatre Company

Adaptor Mike Poulton Composer Rachel Portman Director James Dacre Designer Mike Britton Lighting Designer Paul Keogan

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Following its celebrated premiere as part of our Made In Northampton 2014 season, our UK Theatre Award-nominated production returns to the Royal stage for one week only ahead of a major national tour.

In an age of increasing popular unrest across the world, this bold dramatic adaptation by Mike Poulton (Fortune’s Fool, Old Vic; Wolf Hall, RSC) set to rousing original music by Oscar-winning composer Rachel Portman (The Cider House Rules, Beloved) is frighteningly relevant. It is directed by Artistic Director James Dacre, designed by Mike Britton (Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, To Sir With Love) and features one of the largest acting companies to ever appear on the Royal’s stage.

“DICKENSIAN SYMMETRIES, POLARITIES AND IRONIES – THE BEST AND WORST OF TIMES – ARE KEENLY REFLECTED IN THIS SPLENDID PRODUCTION” THE OBSERVER “A LEAN PUNCHY ADAPTATION OF CHARLES DICKENS’ CLASSIC TALE” DAILY TELEGRAPH “LOOKS STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL” THE TIMES “ASSURED, AND HIGHLY WATCHABLE” THE INDEPENDENT #TOTCTour16

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Take an unforgettable journey through the Neverland you never knew this Christmas, as the Royal stage is transformed for this much‑anticipated European Premiere.

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Winner of five Tony Awards for its hugely successful run on Broadway, this fascinating and funny prequel to Peter Pan brings one of classic literature’s most beloved characters to life.

Join Starcatcher apprentice Molly as she embarks on a daring mission to stop a precious cargo of stardust from falling into the wrong hands. And meet a very special orphan and help solve the mystery of how he became ‘the boy who never grew up’.

Twelve actors playing more than 100 characters use ingenious stagecraft, inventive storytelling and live music to whisk audiences to a magical world of lost boys, pirates, and mermaids.

A co-production with Paul Taylor Mills

This brand new production is directed by Luke Sheppard whose hit show, In The Heights, was recently nominated for nine WhatsOnStage Awards and four Olivier Awards.

Originally produced on Broadway by Nancy Nagel Gibbs, Greg Schaffert, Eva Price, Tom Smedes and Disney Theatrical Productions.

By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited on behalf of Music Theatre International.

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ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

CHARLES DUTOIT CONDUCTS DVOŘÁK SAT 2 APRIL 7.30PM

This is a rare and special opportunity to hear the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by their internationally respected Artistic Director Charles Dutoit.

Captivating audiences throughout the world, Dutoit is one of today’s most sought-after conductors, and he will lead the Orchestra in a concert of outstanding pieces, including Dvořák’s Cello Concerto, performed by audience favourite Gautier Capuçon and Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin (Polonaise).

The concert also includes Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9 ‘From The New World’ which was inspired not only by the Native American and African-American music he heard, but also the ‘wide open spaces’ in America.

“DUTOIT CONDUCTED WITH GREAT APLOMB AND BAGS OF PANACHE” THE GUARDIAN

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SOLID SILVER ’60S

PASHA KOVALEV

For over 30 years Solid Silver ’60s has entertained the nation and celebrated history’s most successful decade of music. Their 2016 show brings you the unforgettable talents of Peter Noone, Dave Berry and very special guest from USA, Brian Hyland, as well as Solid Silver ’60s favourites New Amen Corner and special guests, The Merseybeats.

WED 13 APRIL 7.30PM

IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU

MON 11 APRIL 7.30PM

See the original artists singing their greatest hits and relive some of your fondest memories of the era.

Following the success of his last UK tour, Life Through Dance, Pasha Kovalev, the winner of Strictly Come Dancing in 2014, welcomes you to his new and exciting dance spectacular, It’s All About You. Expect an evening of your favourite music, stunning dancing, infectious energy, brilliant lights and sparkling costumes, filled with positive emotions and great entertainment for the entire family.

If you already joined us this year for Anton & Erin or Brendan Cole, you will love this.

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IRELAND’S CALL

All spit, no polish; all show, no pony. Stuart Goldsmith, host of the Comedian’s Comedian podcast, goes back to the source in his new show, An Hour.

Essence Of Ireland takes on a new lease of theatrical life with Ireland’s Call, a new musical adaptation of the show.

The story follows the extraordinary journey of the strongheaded Sean Dempsey, who at the end of WWII leaves behind his childhood sweetheart Cora and his beloved homeland Ireland, in search of a better life in New York.

FRI 15 APRIL 8PM

THU 21 APRIL 7.30PM

“SETS UP AND KNOCKS DOWN GAG AFTER GAG, GARNERING HUGE LAUGHS” CHORTLE HHHHH “A SHOWCASE OF QUIETLY PERFECT STAND‑UP” EDINBURGH FESTIVALS MAGAZINE HHHH “GOLDSMITH IS A HUGELY UNDERRATED COMIC, EFFORTLESSLY CONFIDENT AND ACCOMPLISHED” FEST MAGAZINE

Featuring an exhilarating mix of original scores and well-known songs, including Galway Girl, Isle Of Hope Isle Of Tears, I Loved Her First, Tell Me Ma and Irish Rover, the show is a powerful and explosive blend of energy, emotion, music and, of course, traditional Irish dance.

HHHHH “MESMERISING” THE GUARDIAN

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THAT’LL BE THE DAY

THE KNIGHTS OF MUSIC

FRI 22 APRIL 7.30PM

Hosted by Phillip Schofield, The Knights Of Music is a celebration of the legendary Knights and Dames of the entertainment industry: Sir Elton John, Sir Tom Jones, Lord Andrew Lloyd-Webber, Sir Cliff Richard, Dame Shirley Bassey, Sir Paul McCartney and The Beatles, Sir Tim Rice, Sir Mick Jagger and many more.

The show will feature memorable and sensational songs such as I’m Still Standing, Rocket Man, Twist And Shout, Hey Jude, I Dreamed A Dream, Do You Want To Dance, It’s Not Unusual, Close Every Door and Satisfaction, performed by some of the UK’s most highly acclaimed singers and accompanied by a dazzling live band.

“A TRULY WONDERFUL SHOW” BBC TICKETS £26

30TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL

SAT 23 APRIL 7.30PM

Prepare for a nostalgia party-extravaganza as the legendary That’ll Be The Day returns with its brand new 30th Anniversary Special.

Having been touring for 30 years, the nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety spectacular brings the birthday party to Northampton with a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, plus more side‑splitting comedy.

“THE BEST ROCK & ROLL SHOW ON THE ROAD” TIME OUT TICKETS £24 & £25.50 DERNGATE

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PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL

This is an evening to celebrate the arts and explore the themes in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Nights Dream. Six schools come together to show their collective passion for the performing arts and to give their children the opportunity to perform on the Derngate stage. They will show you what the Dream means to them and how they use dance, music and drama to express emotions and connect with the work of Shakespeare.

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THE FAREWELL TOUR TUE 26 APRIL 8PM

MON 25 APRIL 7PM

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After 12 amazing years, the UK’s most successful folk band Bellowhead are calling it a day. They plan to mark their departure in characteristically ambitious style with The Farewell Tour.

Formed just for fun in 2004, they never imagined that one day they’d be headlining festivals and selling out tours of major concert halls. Their sheer joy of performing and infectious energy has earned them a loyal and enthusiastic audience. This tour will be the last chance to see one of the most outstanding live bands ever.

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WE’LL MEET AGAIN

JULIAN CLARY

Hear all the hits from the Blitz in this brand new wartime cavalcade show, celebrating 70 years since the end of the Second World War.

Julian Clary, national trinket, author, TV and radio star is coming your way.

WED 27 APRIL 2.30PM

SAT 30 APRIL 8PM

Comedy entertainer and impressionist Steve Barclay is joined by Britain’s greatest virtuoso of the Ukelele, Andy Eastwood, and new singing star Lucia Matisse, who performs the songs of Vera Lynn and Gracie Fields. Add to this the fantastic live music of the Martyn St James Band, a full supporting cast, including former singer from The Black And White Minstrel Show, Mervyn Francis, and the musical instrumentalist Pete Lindup, and you have an afternoon of nostalgia that leaves everyone with a warm and sentimental glow.

TICKETS £13 DERNGATE

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The Joy Of Mincing is Julian Clary’s celebration of 30 years as a camp comedian. There is so much to tell you; the ups and downs of his sordid love life, the true and heart-stopping account of how he saved Dame Joan Collins’ life, and don’t start him on the perils of his DIY electrical home enema kit.

This is Julian at his filthy best. Live and unplugged. Come and witness a masterclass in camp comedy.

“OUTRAGEOUSLY FUNNY. A MASTER COMEDIAN AT THE TOP OF HIS GAME” WHATSONSTAGE.COM TICKETS £24 DERNGATE

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ALEXANDRA DARIESCU PERFORMS RACHMANINOV SUN 15 MAY 7.30PM

Performed by the talented Alexandra Dariescu, who wowed audiences with her performance at Royal & Derngate in 2014, Rachmaninov’s Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini ranges from ghostly stirrings to demonic marches, soft light-heartedness to scintillating wit.

This springtime concert opens with Humperdink’s dreamy Hansel And Gretel Overture, which firmly establishes the mood of his enchanted CONCESSIONS FRIENDS & MEMBERS tale. Closing the concert is Beethoven’s FAMILY instantly recognisable Symphony No. 5.

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FAIRPORT CONVENTION TUE 17 MAY 7.30PM

Fairport Convention has been making great music for nearly fifty years. Credited with originating British folkrock music, the band has been through many changes but the current members retain a passion for live performance. Amongst other awards, the band has won a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award and their story has been celebrated with a major documentary on BBC Four.

Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music, an evening with Fairport Convention is sure to surprise and delight you.

“IMPRESSIVE MUSICIANS WITH A GREAT BACK CATALOGUE... (THEY) TAKE CHANCES AND CLEARLY ENJOY THEMSELVES” THE GUARDIAN TICKETS £23 DERNGATE

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ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER AND DON BLACK’S WEST END & BROADWAY HIT

THU 19 MAY 7.30PM

The Illegal Eagles return with another outstanding show, promising more of their tight harmonies, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.

Their ability to recreate the distinctive sound of The Eagles with both flare and impressive authenticity has won them mass acclaim on an international level. This latest production features all the classics, including Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Life In The Fast Lane, Take It To The Limit and many more.

TELL ME ON A SUNDAY STARRING JODIE PRENGER FRI 20 MAY 7.30PM

Following her acclaimed performance in The Watermill Theatre’s 2014 production of Calamity Jane, the winner of BBC1’s I’d Do Anything Jodie Prenger steps into Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black’s classic musical.

“THE BAND WERE FLAWLESS IN THEIR DELIVERY, BOTH MUSICALLY AND VOCALLY” DAILY EXPRESS

This iconic musical charts the romantic misadventures of a young English girl in New York in the heady days of the 1980s. It features a wonderful original score, including the chart-topping Take That Look Off Your Face and title track Tell Me On A Sunday.

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THE WORLD’S GREATEST DRUMMER CONCERT

WE’VE ONLY JUST BEGUN

SUN 29 MAY 7.30PM

THE CARPENTERS’ GREATEST LOVE SONGS

In the most anticipated concert of the drumming calendar, three of the world’s leading drummers, Ian Palmer, Steve White and Pete Cater, pay tribute to Buddy Rich, known as ‘The World’s Greatest Drummer’ along with a big band featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians and their special guest.

We’ve Only Just Begun is a celebration of the Carpenters’ music and the spirit of Karen Carpenter.

Accompanied by an audiovisual presentation, every song in the show is a chart hit, brilliantly performed by vocalist Toni Lee with her Big Band and singers.

MON 30 MAY 7.30PM

This 2016 concert also features the most dynamic session drummer in music today – Keith Carlock (Steely Dan, Toto, Sting, James Taylor, John Mayer).

The voice that melted a thousand romantic hearts lives again through Lee in this remarkable concert.

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THE DOODLE DANCE SHOW

BILL BAILEY

Join award-winning performers Anna Williams (Russell Maliphant, LaRibot) and Tom Roden (New Art Club) for this playful, interactive story-show that will get the whole family drawing and moving, doodling and imagining.

The gap between how we imagine our lives to be and how they really are is the subject of Bill Bailey’s new show, Limboland.

MON 30 MAY 11AM & 2PM

Together we will create a world populated by crazy birds, dancing pirates, strange underwater creatures and maybe more... We guarantee this is the most fun you can have with your family and a giant piece of paper!

An East Midlands Children’s Theatre and Dance Network tour, supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Commissioned and produced by Greenwich Dance, co-commissioned by DanceEast and South East Dance and supported by Arts Council England and Cambridge Junction.

WED 1 & THU 2 JUNE 8PM

With his trademark intelligence and sharp wit, he tells tales of finding himself in this halfway place. From his countless global travels, he recounts the hilarious saga of a disastrous family trip to Norway to see the Northern Lights. And no Bill Bailey show would be complete without music, so we have Bill’s version of the protest song, a heart-rending country and western ballad, and a fabulously downbeat version of Happy Birthday.

Running time 55 minutes (no interval)

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THE PROCLAIMERS

DANCING IN THE STREETS

Twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid have enjoyed huge successes across the globe and in April last year released their 10th album.

Join the original and the best celebration of Motown’s Greatest Hits with the spectacular, critically acclaimed Dancing In The Streets.

Expect to hear the classics (I’m Gonna Be) 500 Miles, Letter From America, I’m On My Way, Life With You, Let’s Get Married and more, including songs from the hugely popular 2013 film Sunshine On Leith – the musical drama based on the successful stage show featuring the band’s music.

Experience the energy and electricity of the motor city in a stunning production packed with all your favourite melodic, foot-tapping songs made famous by The Four Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas and many more.

“MY FAVOURITE BAND OF ALL TIME. THEY WRITE THE MOST SPECTACULAR SONGS, BIG HEARTED, UNCYNICAL, PASSIONATE SONGS” DAVID TENNANT

“ANY DEVOTEES OF R&B WHO DON’T ENJOY THE SHOW SHOULD CHECK THEIR PULSE IMMEDIATELY” THE TIMES

TICKETS £30.50

TICKETS £25.50 & £27.50

SAT 4 JUNE 7.30PM

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SUN 5 JUNE 7.30PM

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UPFRONT COMEDY

VOLUNTARY IMPACT NORTHAMPTONSHIRE’S

SUN 12 JUNE 8PM

Upfront Comedy is back with another line up of laughs from the top shelf.

Sardonic Cuban-Jamaican brummie John Simmit returns to host the evening’s line up, including Manchester’s Justin Moorhouse (Live At The Apollo), the outrageous Ninia Benjamin (3 Non Blondes), Jo Caulfield (Mock The Week), and Jamali Maddix (The John Bishop Show).

TICKETS £13.50 ROYAL

FOR AGES 16+

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CELEBRATING NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

MON 13 JUNE 7.30PM

Join Voluntary Impact Northamptonshire for their annual concert. School children, stage schools and community performance groups from across the town will come together for this high-energy production celebrating local arts, culture and talent. In the second half, the stage will be given over to an intergenerational choir. Celebrating all ages, this will be led by Musical Director Gareth Fuller, following his School Of Life workshop project in the community.

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THE FESTIVAL 2016

GRAEME OF THRONES

This is an opportunity to share in and celebrate arts performances by young people from some of the county’s primary and secondary schools, who will be showcasing their talents, skills and irrepressible energy.

Direct from critically-acclaimed, sold out shows in London’s West End and Australia, avid ‘Thrones’ fan Graeme just wants to recreate his favourite fantasy saga on stage.

He doesn’t have the same budget as the TV show, or as many cast members but when news reaches them that an influential theatrical producer is in the building, Graeme decides that this could be his big break - as long as nothing goes wrong. Graeme Of Thrones is an original un-authorised parody of the phenomenon that is Game Of Thrones.

“STUPIDLY ENJOYABLE... THEIR COMIC TIMING IS SUPERB” The Stage TICKETS £19

THU 16 JUNE 7.45PM

WED 15 & THU 16 JUNE 7PM

Co-ordinated by 4 Learning Associates, in partnership with Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust, this promises to be a truly memorable experience for the young people, their teachers and leaders and the audience.

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SARA PASCOE FRI 17 JUNE 7.30PM

Sara Pascoe is a human animal, and so are you. This show is a mixture of completely true stories about Tony Blair, Oedipus Rex and the wildlife of Lewisham, plus a load of stories that don’t sound true at all about Jason Donovan, Henry the Hoover and when God took over the tannoy in Sainsbury’s.

All animals evolved, but only humans evolved to the point of knowing they evolved. This troubling and confusing position is explored in a creative and honest way in a show about empathy and its limitations.

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ROYAL & DERNGATE COMMUNITY CHOIR SAT 18 JUNE 7.45PM

Following a sensational, sell-out 10th Anniversary Gala Concert in 2015, we are delighted to be hosting a second Royal & Derngate Community Choir concert.

Our resident in-house choir has a wonderful repertoire of songs, including gospel, soul, reggae and pop, and their enthusiastic, vibrant style that engages with the audience will appeal to the whole family.

“ALWAYS CLEVER AND SOMETIMES EXQUISITE” THE INDEPENDENT TICKETS £13 ROYAL

FOR AGES 15+

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TICKETS £12.50 ROYAL

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JAMIE RAVEN WED 22 JUNE 7.30PM

Jamie Raven burst onto an unsuspecting world during the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent. His magic amazed audiences and even made Simon Cowell exclaim, “I now finally believe in magic!”

Having perfected his craft over the past 11 years, Jamie’s online videos from Britain’s Got Talent had over 100 million views, and more recently he has been headlining in record breaking show The Illusionists in London’s West End. This is your chance to experience his illusions live. So sit back and let Jamie show you some of the magic with which he has astounded audiences around the world.

TICKETS £19.50 DERNGATE

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YOLANDA BROWN WITH GUEST MATT CARDLE THU 23 JUNE 8PM

Join double MOBO award-winning Saxophonist YolanDa Brown and special guest, X-Factor winner Matt Cardle, on an infectious journey of Reggae rhythms from the Caribbean, peppered with supreme, Jazzflavoured inflections and sensibilities.

Brown is widely regarded as the premier female saxophonist in the UK. She is one of the most exciting, in demand live performers and her debut album, April Showers May Flowers, peaked at No. 1 on the iTunes and Amazon Jazz charts.

TICKETS £26

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THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS

MAYHEW SCHOOL OF DANCE 2016

The legendary brothers are back with their brand new Jailbreak Tour. The show features the very best Blues, Motown, Soul and comedy from both Blues Brothers movies, including hits Everybody Needs Somebody, Soul Man, Respect and Shake A Tail Feather.

Mayhew School Of Dance & Performing Arts present a gala performance in celebration of their 75th Anniversary.

FRI 24 JUNE 7.30PM

SAT 25 JUNE 7PM

This elaborate new stage production includes a nine‑piece band and also features classics from James Brown, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and many more.

Featuring pupils past and present, and incorporating the inaugural performance of their Youth Dance Company, this performance from one of Northampton’s longest established dance schools is not to be missed.

“HIGHLY CHARGED, FUN AND INFECTIOUS!” THE STAGE TICKETS £23.50 & £24.50 DERNGATE

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ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

THE PLANETS

SAT 2 – MON 4 JULY 8PM

SUN 26 JUNE 7.30PM

Watch in awe as Holst’s beautiful and mystifying suite, The Planets is performed by the Orchestra, while a film created in collaboration with NASA is shown on a 20‑foot screen above the stage.

This multimedia event features the latest high definition planetary images of NASA’s exploration of the solar system, brought to life in vivid form. This concert also includes space-themed classics such as Strauss II’s The Blue Danube Waltz and John Williams’ CONCESSIONS Star Wars Main Theme.

TICKETS £15 – £34.50 (See page 64) DERNGATE

FRIENDS & MEMBERS FAMILY SCHOOLS RD 14-26 PRE-SHOW TALK

NMPAT GENERATIONS SUMMER FESTIVAL OF MUSIC SUN 10 JULY Performances by the county’s Junior Orchestra, Junior Wind Orchestra, Jazz 3, Junior Brass Ensemble, Junior String Orchestra, and Junior Choir.

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

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In the past when you put Sarah Millican outside, she asked things like, ‘Why? Where is the taxi? Do I need a cardie?’, and said things like, ‘There’ll be wasps. I’ve nothing to sit on. Is that poo? Can we go home?’

But things have changed. Now she has outside slippers.

She can tell a chaffinch from a tit (hey). But she still can’t tell if it’s an owl or her husband’s asthma.

Sarah Millican is venturing outside. Bring a cardie.

“TO WATCH SARAH MILLICAN IS TO WATCH A BOX OF COMEDY FIREWORKS GOING OFF” THE INDEPENDENT

TICKETS £26 DERNGATE

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ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

THE LAST NIGHT OF THE DERNGATE PROMS SUN 17 JULY 7.30PM

NEW GENERATION CONCERT 2PM

TICKETS £10, £12.50 & £15

SARAH MILLICAN

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Get your Union Jacks ready and let the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra kick start your summer with the ultimate British spectacular. This annual extravaganza will be full of pomp and circumstance, celebrating the best of British music, plus many more well-loved classical masterpieces, popular arias and Proms favourites, including Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty Waltz, Elgar’s Enigma Variations: Nimrod, Arne’s Rule, Britannia!, Parry’s Jerusalem and Elgar’s Pomp And CONCESSIONS Circumstance March No.1.

FRIENDS & MEMBERS TICKETS £15 – £34.50 (See page 64) DERNGATE

FAMILY SCHOOLS RD 14-26

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SEPTEMBER

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RUSSELL WATSON

SQUEEZE

SAT 23 JULY 7.30PM

Squeeze have long been a captivating live act. As well as songs from their vast back catalogue, including hits such as Cool For Cats, Up The Junction and Tempted, this show will also include songs from their latest album Cradle To The Grave, their first collection of new tracks since 1998. Cradle To The Grave marked the triumphant reintegration of the masterful songwriting axis of Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, in a beautifully-observed series of fond vignettes about childhood, growing up and the absurdities of our ride through life.

SONGS FROM THE HEART

WED 7 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

The UK’s best-selling classical crossover artist returns with his brand new show, Songs From The Heart, featuring a stunning collection of our best loved songs.

2015 was a phenomenal year for Russell Watson, with a sell-out UK tour, special guest performances at US National Memorial Day in Washington DC, the Caracalla Unicef Concert in Rome and BBC Proms In the Park.

Captivating to watch and enchanting to listen to, Russell continues to wow audiences with his enigmatic and entertaining live performances.

TICKETS £31, £38.50 & £46 DERNGATE

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“ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS SQUEEZE HAVE EVER RELEASED…TREMENDOUS” HHHHH DAILY MIRROR ON CRADLE TO THE GRAVE TICKETS £32.50 & £47.50 DERNGATE

THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY

JOAN COLLINS

THU 8 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

Global superstar Dame Joan Collins will be Fun, Flirty And Fabulous as she tours the UK in her brand new onewoman show.

FUN, FLIRTY & FABULOUS FRI 9 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Direct from its success in the West End, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back.

Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th anniversary celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits, including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.

This is a wonderful opportunity for fans to spend an intimate, entertaining and truly unforgettable evening in the company of a true Hollywood legend.

“JUST BEING IN THE SAME ROOM AS HER IS ENOUGH” THE GUARDIAN

“AUTHENTIC AND EXCITING” The Stage TICKETS £18.50 & £20.50 DERNGATE

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SOUNDS OF PHILADELPHIA & MOTOWN

CHAS & DAVE

SAT 10 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

SUN 11 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

Original Drifters member Roy G Hemmings brings together the sound of three of America’s iconic labels, Motown, the Sound of Philadelphia and Stax Atlantic, in one action-packed show.

Chas & Dave know how to give an audience a good time. Here they present their history in one special show, following their hit album That’s What Happens.

Featuring hits by The Three Degrees, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, The Temptations and Marvin Gaye, to name a few, the show will include the hits Me & Mrs Jones, Don’t Leave Me This Way, Givin’ Up Givin’ In, Stop In The Name Of Love, When Will I See You Again, Love Train, Dancing In The Streets, How Sweet It Is, Hold Back The Night and My Girl.

TICKETS £23 DERNGATE

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JOHN LODGE

THU 15 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM As one of The Moody Blues, John Lodge has travelled the globe, packing out the world’s iconic venues.

See John in an intimate concert accompanied by musicians he has worked with from The Moody Blues, as they perform his favourite Moody Blue songs, as well as tracks from his solo albums. This special concert is a must for any fan of great British rock music.

THE FULL STORY LIVE

Over the past two years they have headlined The Royal Variety Show, sold out The Royal Albert Hall in London, and performed an arena tour with Status Quo and at the VE Day Concert. This concert will include all the hits that made this Cockney duo famous, including Gertcha, Sideboard Song, Rabbit, Ain’t No Pleasing You, Margate and many more.

TICKETS £30.50

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SUE PERKINS LIVE! IN SPECTACLES SAT 17 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

This is a rare chance to enjoy an evening with Sue Perkins, packed full of sparkling wit, great stories, a user’s guide to Mary Berry and the very best bits from her hilarious, best-selling memoir Spectacles. Sue’s varied work includes presenting The Great British Bake Off with Mel Giedroyc, collaborating with Giles Coren on the Supersizers series and she is a regular contributor to Have I Got News For You, QI and The News Quiz.

“LIKE ITS AUTHOR, SPECTACLES IS A COMPLETE DELIGHT” INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY Each ticket will include a copy of Sue’s new book Spectacles (RRP £7.99 ) to be collected on the night. Sue will be signing copies after the show.

TICKETS £29 DERNGATE

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FOR AGES 14+

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PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS THE VEGAS SHOW

THU 6 OCTOBER 7.30PM

FRI 7 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £33.50 DERNGATE

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KILLER QUEEN

TICKETS £22 DERNGATE

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THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL

SAT 8 OCTOBER 7.30PM

SUN 9 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £23.50

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JIMMY OSMOND

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10CC

MON 10 OCTOBER 7.30PM

WED 12 OCTOBER 7.30PM

TICKETS £31 & £28.50, VIP Package £76 DERNGATE

TICKETS £26, £28 & £31

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TICKETS £33.50 DERNGATE

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LIMITED AVAILABILITY

MINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE

BRIAN COX

MON 17 OCTOBER 7PM

FRI 14 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £31 & £41 DERNGATE

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TICKETS £13.50 DERNGATE

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STEVE BACKSHALL’S WILD WORLD

AIDA

MON 14 NOVEMBER 7.30 PM

FRI 21 OCTOBER 7PM TICKETS £20.50

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TICKETS £18 – £35 DERNGATE

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LIMITED AVAILABILITY WILDLIFE TV PRESENTER, ADVENTURER, NATURALIST AND WRITER

STEVE BACKSHALL TAKES US ON A TOUR OF THE REAL LIFE EXPEDITIONS THAT HAVE INSPIRED HIS NOVELS ‘THE FALCON CHRONICLES’

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THU 24 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

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TICKETS £19.50 DERNGATE

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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 22 APRIL Nick Doody Amy Howerska Chris Washington Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 16 SEPTEMBER Steve Best Harriet Dyer Chris Neill Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 13 MAY Mitch Benn Jen Brister Matt Rees Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 30 SEPTEMBER Russell Hicks Evelyn Mok Ola Compere: David Ward

FRI 27 MAY Howard Read JoJo Smith Dane Baptiste Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 21 OCTOBER Ian Cognito Sarah Callaghan Tez Ilyas Compere: Dan Evans

FRI 4 NOVEMBER Gordon Southern Fern Brady Stephen Bailey Compere: Andrew Bird FRI 18 NOVEMBER Roger Monkhouse George Egg Luke Toulson Compere: Dan Evans

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

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From Royal & Derngate’s Young Company:

THE MUSICIANS SAT 30 APRIL 8.15PM From The Core at Corby Cube’s Core Company

IT SNOWS SAT 30 APRIL 10.30AM The National Theatre’s Connections festival celebrates the talent and passion of young theatre-makers.

This year marks the 21st anniversary of Connections. 500 youth theatre companies and 10,000 young people from every corner of the UK will work with 43 partner theatres, including Royal & Derngate, and perform 12 outstanding plays drawn from the 150 commissioned by the NT since the festival began.

These selected plays include It Snows by Bryony Lavery, The Musicians by Patrick Marber,

THU 28 APRIL – SUN 1 MAY

Eclipse by Simon Armitage, Blackout by Davey Anderson, What Are They Like by Lucinda Coxon, I’m Spilling My Heart Out Here by Stacey Gregg, Gargantua by Carl Grose, Citizenship by Mark Ravenhill, Children Of Killers by Katori Hall, Bassett by James Graham, Bedbug by Snoo Wilson and Take Away by Jackie Kay. Royal & Derngate will once again host the Regional Partner Theatre Festival for 21 theatre companies, including our very own Young Company: Connect, who will perform The Musicians.

Connections is supported by Arts Council England, Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation and Jacqueline and Richard Worswick. With thanks for additional contributions from NT supporters and Trusts and Foundations.

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Book, Music & Lyrics

by Lionel Bart Director Christopher Elmer-Gorry Musical Director James Clements Choreographer Natalie Evans Designer Carl Davies Lighting Designer James Delamere Sound Designer David Middleton SCHOOLS FAMILY POST SHOW TALK

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After escaping the workhouse and landing on the streets of London, Oliver is sent spinning into a world of dodgy deals, pick-pocketing and the quest for love. With help from The Artful Dodger, Nancy and Fagin, Oliver begins this new adventure. But could his old life return to haunt him?

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic novel, Lionel Bart’s Oliver! is one of the most successful musicals of all time, featuring a memorable score that includes such classics as I’d Do Anything, Food Glorious Food and As Long As He Needs Me. Royal & Derngate’s Youth Theatre and Young Company explore the murky world of Victorian London in Director Christopher Elmer-Gorry (Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber of Fleet Street) and Musical Director James Clements’ brand new production of this multi-awardwinning musical. #RDOliver By arrangement with MusicScope and Stage Musicals Ltd of New York.

TUE 12 – SUN 17 JULY EVES 7.30PM, SAT & SUN MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS £6, £10 & £14 ROYAL

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MARKET BOY

FRI 22 & SAT 23 JULY EVES 7.45PM, SAT MATINEE 2.30PM There’s an art to selling stilettos and you’d better grasp it. Learn a good wind-up, learn the pull of cash, learn drugs, learn sex, and run wild with the market monkeys. Stay sharp in the ruthless world of Essex traders. Romford Market, 1985. This boy has everything to learn.

Directed by Jesse Jones, Royal & Derngate’s Actors Company celebrates the 10 year anniversary of the original National Theatre production of this spectacular, savage yarn, which brings a market jungle to the Royal stage. Written by David Eldridge (The Scandalous Lady W, BBC; In Basildon, Royal Court), this is a tale about the time Mrs Thatcher said we should embrace the marketplace; a story about losing your innocence... and your cherry.

HHHH “IT’S A TEEMING, HYPERACTIVE PLAY...

OTHER PLAYS MAY HAVE VIEWED THE 1980S MORE CRITICALLY. BUT I CAN’T THINK OF ANY THAT HAVE CAUGHT IT SO WELL” THE GUARDIAN ON MARKET BOY, NATIONAL THEATRE #RDMarketBoy TICKETS £9 ROYAL

SHAKESPEARE 400TH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS SAT 23 & SUN 24 APRIL

To commemorate the 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, Royal & Derngate presents a weekend of events to highlight the connection this great playwright has with Northampton.

THE SHAKESPEARE STORY TRAIL SAT 23 & SUN 24 APRIL 10AM & 1.30PM It is William Shakespeare’s 52nd birthday and he is writing a new play. However, things aren’t going quite to plan due to a heavy bout of writers block! Can you help Shakespeare as he travels across Northampton looking for inspiration for his new play? Could you create a theatre piece worthy of the mischievous fairy Puck who travels with you, looking for trouble?

Written and directed by Erica Martin (All In The Timing), this original promenade performance invites audiences to walk in the footsteps of an Elizabethan Northamptonian, make some fun costumes and maybe even create a new play.

TICKETS £2.50, Family ticket £6 (family of 4, max. 2 adults) STARTS AT CHALK LANE CAR PARK, NORTHAMPTON

This is a walking tour and not suitable for patrons with access requirements.

SHAKESPEARE TREE PLANTING SAT 23 APRIL 6.15PM Since 1778 a mulberry tree has been present in Abington Park, Northampton, home of Shakespeare’s granddaughter, Elizabeth Hall. As we plant a new tree to remember William Shakespeare, we invite you to join Storyteller Jo Blake-Cave, who will reveal the history of the tree’s connection to some of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time.

Supported by Northampton Community Foundation

TICKETS FREE

ABINGTON PARK & CHURCH OF SAINT PETER AND SAINT PAULS

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EASTER HOLIDAY PROJECT

EASTER HOLIDAY PROJECT

MON 4 – THU 7 APRIL 10AM-3PM

MON 4 – THU 7 APRIL 10AM-3PM

PLAY IN A WEEK

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE

This is a chance to create, rehearse and perform a play all in one week, and a great opportunity to make new friends and develop performance skills. No experience is necessary - just plenty of enthusiasm!

Jump down the rabbit hole and spend time with all your favourite fairytale characters: Cinderella, Snow White, Jack and his beanstalk and Hansel and Gretel, as they meet the White Rabbit and go on a magical journey.

Join our professional theatre leaders as we work towards an informal performance at the end of the week for friends and family.

Join our professional theatre leaders as we work towards an informal performance at the end of the week for friends and family.

Early and late drop-offs are available on request.

Early and late drop-offs are available on request.

COST £100 per participant

COST £100 per participant

FOR AGES 8-13

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HALF TERM HOLIDAY PROJECT

AROUND THE WORLD IN FOUR DAYS TUE 31 MAY – FRI 3 JUNE 10AM-3PM

Join us as we travel the world in 4 days: swinging through the Amazon rainforest, sunbathing in the Sahara desert, swimming in the Great Barrier Reef and skiing in the Alps. Join our professional theatre leaders for four days of fun, drama-themed activities as we work towards an informal performance at the end of the week for friends and family.

Early and late drop-offs are available on request.

This holiday project will run in two groups, one for ages 4-7 and one for ages 8-13.

COST £100 per participant UNDERGROUND

FOR AGES 4-7 & 8-13

FOR AGES 4-7

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SUMMER SCHOOL

PETER PAN

MON 25 – FRI 29 JULY 10AM-3PM Can you take on Captain Hook? Can you avoid the teeth of Tick-Tock? Can you think happy thoughts and fly away to Neverland? Join Pan, Wendy, Hook, The Lost Boys and many more as we explore J.M Barrie’s fantastical tale.

This week is guaranteed to be packed full of magic, fun, drama, imagination and excitement as our experienced leaders guide you through this story, culminating in a performance for family and friends.

Early and late drop-offs are available on request.

This holiday project will run in two groups, one for ages 4-7 and one for ages 8-13.

COST £125 per participant UNDERGROUND

FOR AGES 4-7 & 8-13

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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.

Royal & Derngate Young Company offers weekly workshops and rehearsals during term-time, focussing on a huge variety of different theatrical styles that range from musical to immersive theatre. There is a group to suit everyone.

INCLUSIVE WORKSHOPS FOR AGES 5-13

Youth Theatre is a great way to build confidence, make new friends and learn new skills.

A term is usually 10 weeks long, and members will regularly share work with family and friends at the end of each term.

For more information please contact our Youth Theatre Manager ashley.elbourne@royalandderngate.co.uk “I WAS SO PROUD OF HIS PERFORMANCE, IT WAS SUCH A HUGE DIFFERENCE FROM LAST YEAR, ESPECIALLY WITH HIS DELAYED SPEECH CHALLENGES” PARENT OF A YOUTH THEATRE MEMBER

SUITABLE FOR AGES 14-21

For more information please contact our Youth Theatre Manager ashley.elbourne@royalandderngate.co.uk “BEING PART OF THE YOUNG COMPANY MAKES A GREAT DIFFERENCE BECAUSE IT OPENS UP NUMEROUS OPPORTUNITIES AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES” YOUNG COMPANY MEMBER JAKUB MADEJ

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BEHIND THE CURTAIN

Royal & Derngate Young Company present original poems and songs by local poets, spoken word artists and composers inspired by the Made In Northampton production of Soul on the Royal stage.

EXCITING PERFORMANCE TOURS FOR GROUPS, SCHOOLS AND INDIVIDUALS

SAT 28 MAY & SAT 4 JUNE 5.30PM

Following the success of the Royal * React * Respond: Gaslight and The Herbal Bed projects in recent months, Soul continues the exciting collaboration between our Young Company, local artists and Made In Northampton productions.

For more information on the Young Company please contact ashley.elbourne@royalandderngate.co.uk

TICKETS £5, or £3 if booked with tickets for Soul

FRI 3 JUNE 5PM, TUE 7 JUNE 11AM, TUE 14 JUNE 10.30AM, SAT 18 JUNE 11AM & FRI 1 JULY 11AM

It is 1884, it is opening night...

Explore the history of the Royal auditorium and find out how our Made In Northampton productions are made.

To book a place on one of our scheduled tours or to arrange an exclusive tour, contact Box Office. An afternoon tea package is also available on many of these tours.

Running time: approx 90 minutes. We regret that this tour may not be suitable for those with access requirements. Customers are advised to wear flat shoes.

TICKETS £13 per person, please call Box Office to book or to discuss exclusive bookings.

We charge a £3 per-transaction fee for bookings of £15 and over, excluding Friends, Groups and Disabled Patrons.

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EDUCATION

The new season is packed full of exciting education projects for all ages that can be booked as one-off workshops or as part of a partnership agreement that includes a full programme of activity across year groups. All partnerships can be designed to suit the specific needs of your students and staff, and are not limited to the projects below – just tell us what you would like and we can design it for you.

SHAKESPEARE 400TH ANNIVERSARY PROJECTS Suitable for all ages

STAGING SHAKESPEARE WORKSHOPS Exploring plots, characters, themes and approaches to staging Shakespeare plays - £250 (up to 2 hours)

SHAKESPEARE PLAY IN A DAY Working with actors and directors over the course of a school day to rehearse a shortened version of a Shakespeare play that can be performed to parents and students at the school - £500

LOVE POETRY WORKSHOPS Using Shakespeare’s love sonnets as a starting point, students explore the use of poetic devices, create their own love poetry and use theatre techniques to bring them to life - £250 (up to 2 hours)

ARTS AWARD

We are an Arts Award Centre delivering this recognised arts qualification at Discover, Explore, Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. We can design and deliver Arts Award projects within your school, helping you to achieve Artsmark status and rewarding your students for their engagement in arts activities.

For more information on Education Provision and Partnerships, or to book any of the above, please contact trudy.bell@royalandderngate.co.uk.

See A Show • See A Film • Get Involved

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

Drama • Dance • Films • Family Shows Workshops • Comedy • Spoken Word Shows this season include Rob Beckett, Northern Ballet’s Tortoise & The Hare, The Illegal Eagles, The Cavern Beatles, Anne Reid, Doodle Dance, The Johnny Cash Roadshow and Rich Hall.

Ticket Office: 01536 470 470 www.thecorecorby.com George Street, Corby, NN17 1QG We charge a £3 per-transaction fee for bookings of £15 and over, excluding Friends, Groups and Disabled Patrons.

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“IT TRULY IS A STUNNING GEM IN THE HEART OF NORTHAMPTON” The Guardian

The Errol Flynn Filmhouse, adjacent to Royal & Derngate, is an 88-seat cinema hosting the very best in world, independent, British and mainstream events.

A filmhouse for film lovers, it has been ranked the No. 1 attraction in Northamptonshire on Trip Advisor.

TAKE YOUR SEAT IN OUR BRAND NEW SCREEN

Since its launch in 2013, the Errol Flynn Filmhouse has quickly become a firm favourite for the discerning cinemagoer in Northamptonshire, welcoming more than 115,000 audience members to 2,500 screenings so far. The demand is such that we are delighted to announce that planning permission has now been granted to extend the Errol Flynn Filmhouse, with a second screen being built alongside the existing one. This will allow us to show an even wider selection of films.

This is your chance to become part of this exciting development: • For £500 you can name one seat and receive 52 free tickets • For £750 you can name one seat and receive 104 free tickets • For £1,000 you can name one seat, receive 104 free tickets and secure one free hire of the cinema to show a film of your choice - ideal to celebrate a special day or reward staff and clients.

Sign up immediately and have first choice of your seat, book your cinema hire and start using your free tickets in the current screen.

Please contact our Development Officer, Jo Ibbotson, on 01604 655735 or email development@royalandderngate.co.uk for more details.

Terms and conditions apply. Tickets to be redeemed within two years from date of purchase, redeemable against any screenings excluding Live Broadcasts and Non-Live Premium. Plaques on your choice of seat are subject to availability and will remain in place for five years from date of purchase.

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WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS As an independent registered charity we rely on the generous support of individuals, businesses and charitable trusts to ensure that the theatre thrives. Your support means that we can continue to be ambitious with our Made In Northampton productions, expand our work with young people and our local community, and renovate our busy building to give you the welcome you deserve.

PUT YOUR BUSINESS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Our flexible Corporate Membership scheme provides you with a selection of benefits from which to choose. Whether you are interested in client entertaining, employee recognition, giving back to the community or are just passionate about our theatre, our membership scheme has been designed to allow you to shape your package around the needs of your company.

BUSINESS CLUB MEMBERS

BUSINESS CLUB SUPPORTER

THERE ARE MANY OTHER WAYS TO HELP US MAKE A ONE-OFF DONATION

From a single donation to a regular monthly gift, each one makes a difference. Call Box Office to pledge your support or text DERN£5 to 70070.

PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP

Upgrade to our Gold membership scheme to increase your involvement with the theatre, which includes a donation to the theatre, enhanced benefits and the chance to have a closer look at how we work.

NAME A SEAT

For an unusual present or lasting memory, a named seat makes the perfect gift.

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE

Share our passion, gain an insight into our work and develop a deeper understanding of how we produce theatre of the highest quality. Your support directly funds the shows we make at Royal & Derngate.

Prices start from £250.

LEAVE A LEGACY

Leaving a legacy is something that absolutely anyone can do.

Your most personal and lasting gift can be of any size; every donation helps and no amount is too small. By leaving a legacy you will be helping future audiences to discover the wonder of theatre.

Call Jo Ibbotson on 01604 655735 or email development@royalandderngate.co.uk to find out more.

Did you know that if you are a taxpayer, for every £1 you donate the Chancellor gives us an extra 25p at no extra cost to you? Add Gift Aid and make your donation go further.

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

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AT A GLANCE

2FOR1

Preview Pre/Post-show Talk Guest Night Schools only performance Friends & Members – 2 for the price of 1

APRIL Fri 1 April Sat 2 April Mon 4 April

Tue 5 April

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Fri 8 April Sat 9 April Mon 11 April Tue 12 April Wed 13 April Thu 14 April Fri 15 April Sat 16 April

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Sun 24 April Mon 25 April Tue 26 April Wed 27 April Thu 28 April Fri 29 April Sat 30 April MAY Sun 1 May Tue 3 May Wed 4 May

ACCESS PERFORMANCES (see page 67) Captioned Audio-Described Sign Interpreted Relaxed performance Pre-Show Touch Tours Performance for audiences with special needs

SHOW King Lear RPO Charles Dutoit Conducts Dvořák King Lear Easter Holiday Project: Play In A Week Easter Holiday Project: Down The Rabbit Hole Priscilla Queen Of The Desert King Lear Easter Holiday Project: Play In A Week Easter Holiday Project: Down The Rabbit Hole King Lear Priscilla Queen Of The Desert Easter Holiday Project: Play In A Week Easter Holiday Project: Down The Rabbit Hole Priscilla Queen Of The Desert King Lear Easter Holiday Project: Play In A Week Easter Holiday Project: Down The Rabbit Hole King Lear Priscilla Queen Of The Desert Priscilla Queen Of The Desert King Lear Priscilla Queen Of The Desert King Lear Solid Silver '60s King Lear King Lear Pasha Kovalev King Lear King Lear King Lear Stuart Goldsmith James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock King Lear James II: Day Of The Innocents James III: The True Mirror James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock James II: Day Of The Innocents James III: The True Mirror King Lear King Lear King Lear King Lear Ireland's Call That'll Be The Day Screaming Blue Murder King Lear The Shakespeare Story Trail King Lear Shakespeare Tree Planting The Knights Of Music The Shakespeare Story Trail Performing Arts Festival Bellowhead We'll Meet Again National Theatre Connections Festival National Theatre Connections Festival National Theatre Connections Festival Julian Clary SHOW National Theatre Connections Festival Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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LOCATION Royal Derngate Royal Underground Underground Derngate Royal Underground Underground Royal Derngate Underground Underground Derngate Royal Underground Underground Royal Derngate Derngate Royal Derngate Royal Derngate Royal Royal Derngate Royal Royal Royal Underground Derngate Royal Derngate Derngate Derngate Derngate Derngate Royal Royal Royal Royal Derngate Derngate Underground Royal Other Royal Other Derngate Other Derngate Derngate Derngate Various Various Various Derngate LOCATION Various Derngate Derngate

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Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Spymonkey’s The Complete Deaths Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Spymonkey’s The Complete Deaths Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Spymonkey's The Complete Deaths Heartbeat Heartbeat The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary Heartbeat The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary Heartbeat Heartbeat The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary Screaming Blue Murder Heartbeat The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary RPO Alexandra Dariescu Performs Rachmaninov Fairport Convention The Illegal Eagles Tell Me On A Sunday Soul Soul Chicago Soul Soul Chicago Chicago Soul Soul Chicago Chicago Soul Screaming Blue Murder Chicago Soul The World's Greatest Drummer Concert The Doodle Dance Show We've Only Just Begun Soul Half Term Holiday Project: Around The World In 4 Days Soul SHOW Half Term Holiday Project: Around The World In 4 Days Soul Bill Bailey Half Term Holiday Project: Around The World In 4 Days Soul Bill Bailey Half Term Holiday Project: Around The World In 4 Days Soul Soul The Proclaimers Dancing In The Streets Soul Horrible Histories - Groovy Greeks Soul Horrible Histories - Groovy Greeks Horrible Histories - Incredible Invaders Soul Horrible Histories - Incredible Invaders Soul Horrible Histories - Groovy Greeks Horrible Histories - Groovy Greeks Horrible Histories - Incredible Invaders Soul Horrible Histories - Incredible Invaders Horrible Histories - Groovy Greeks Soul Upfront Comedy Celebrating Northamptonshire The Festival 2016 The Festival 2016

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Fri 17 June Sat 18 June Wed 22 June Thu 23 June Fri 24 June Sat 25 June Sun 26 June Mon 27 June Tue 28 June Wed 29 June Thu 30 June JULY Fri 1 July Sat 2 July Sun 3 July Mon 4 July Sun 10 July Tue 12 July Wed 13 July Thu 14 July Fri 15 July Sat 16 July Sun 17 July Fri 22 July Sat 23 July Mon 25 July Tue 26 July Wed 27 July Thu 28 July Fri 29 July SEPTEMBER Wed 7 September Thu 8 September Fri 9 September Sat 10 September Sun 11 September Mon 12 September Tue 13 September Wed 14 September Thu 15 September Fri 16 September Sat 17 September Mon 19 September Tue 20 September Wed 21 September Thu 22 September Fri 23 September Sat 24 September Sun 25 September Mon 26 September Tue 27 September

Graeme Of Thrones Sara Pascoe Royal & Derngate Community Choir Jamie Raven The Tempest Yolanda Brown With Guest Matt Cardle The Chicago Blues Brothers The Tempest The Tempest Mayhew School Of Dance 2016 RPO The Planets The Tempest The Tempest Peppa Pig's Surprise The Tempest Peppa Pig's Surprise The Tempest SHOW The Tempest The Tempest Sarah Millican Sarah Millican Sarah Millican NMPAT New Generation Concert NMPAT Second Generation Concert Gangsta Granny Oliver!

Gangsta Granny Oliver!

Gangsta Granny Oliver!

Gangsta Granny Oliver!

Gangsta Granny Oliver!

Oliver!

The Last Night Of The Derngate Proms Market Boy Market Boy Russell Watson Summer School: Peter Pan Summer School: Peter Pan Summer School: Peter Pan Summer School: Peter Pan Summer School: Peter Pan SHOW Squeeze The Simon And Garfunkel Story Joan Collins Sounds Of Philadelphia & Motown A Tale Of Two Cities Chas & Dave A Tale Of Two Cities A Tale Of Two Cities A Tale Of Two Cities A Tale Of Two Cities John Lodge A Tale Of Two Cities Screaming Blue Murder A Tale Of Two Cities Sue Perkins Live!

Dead Sheep Dead Sheep Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Dead Sheep Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Dead Sheep Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Dead Sheep Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Dead Sheep Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 8pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 7pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7pm 1pm & 4pm 7.45pm 10am, 1pm & 4pm & 7.45pm 2.30pm TIME 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 8pm 8pm 8pm 2pm 7.30pm 7pm 7.30pm 10.30am & 1.30pm 7.30pm 1.30pm & 7pm 7.30pm 10.30am & 7pm 7.30pm 2.30pm & 7pm 2.30pm & 7.30pm 2.30pm & 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 7.30pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm TIME 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm & 7.45pm 2.30pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 8.15pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 2pm & 7.30pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.30pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 1pm & 5pm 7.30pm 7.30pm

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JACK AND THE BEANSTALK – PAGE 22 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Fri 9 December 2pm Sat 10 December 1pm Sun 11 December 1pm Mon 12 December Tue 13 December 2pm 2pm Wed 14 December Thu 15 December 2pm Fri 16 December 2pm 1pm Sat 17 December Sun 18 December 1pm Mon 19 December Tue 20 December 2pm Wed 21 December 2pm Thu 22 December 2pm Fri 23 December 2pm Sat 24 December 1pm Sun 25 December Mon 26 December 1pm 1pm Tue 27 December 2pm Wed 28 December 2pm Thu 29 December 2pm Fri 30 December Sat 31 December 1pm

7pm 5pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 7pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 5pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 7pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 5pm 5pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 5pm

Green Show Red Show Purple Show Silver Show Gold Show

£18 £16 £14.50 £13 £24.50 £23.50 £21.50 £19 £27.50 £25.50 £24 £21.50 £28.50 £27.50 £25.50 £23 £30 £29 £27 £25.50

£12 £11 £15.50 £11 £17.50 £11 £19.50 £16 £22.50 £19.50

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT £1 off if you book before Fri 1 July

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER – PAGE 36 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE 7.15pm Tue 29 November Wed 30 November 7.15pm Thu 1 December 7.15pm Fri 2 December 2.15pm 7.15pm Sat 3 December 1.15pm 5.15pm Sun 4 December 1.15pm 5.15pm Mon 5 December NO PERFORMANCES Tue 6 December 10.30am 2.15pm 2.15pm Wed 7 December 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 8 December 10.30am Fri 9 December 10.30am 2.15pm Sat 10 December 1.15pm 5.15pm Sun 11 December 1.15pm 5.15pm Mon 12 December NO PERFORMANCES Tue 13 December 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 14 December 10.30am 2.15pm 2.15pm Thu 15 December 7.15pm Fri 16 December 2.15pm 7.15pm Sat 17 December 1.15pm 5.15pm Sun 18 December 1.15pm 5.15pm Mon 19 December NO PERFORMANCES Tue 20 December 2.15pm 7.15pm Wed 21 December 2.15pm 7.15pm Thu 22 December 2.15pm 7.15pm Fri 23 December 2.15pm 7.15pm

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Sat 24 December Sun 25 December Mon 26 December Tue 27 December Wed 28 December Thu 29 December Fri 30 December Sat 31 December Green Show Red Show Silver Show Gold Show

1.15pm 5.15pm NO PERFORMANCES 5.15pm 1.15pm 5.15pm 1.15pm 2.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 2.15pm 2.15pm 7.15pm 1.15pm 5.15pm

£20 £18 £17 £14.50 £12 £22.50 £20 £18.50 £16 £14 £24.50 £22.50 £20 £17.50 £15 £26 £24.50 £21 £18.50 £16.50

£10 £10 £10 £10

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT £1 off if you book before Wed 3 August

GROUPS AND SCHOOLS: As well as brilliant savings on your tickets, we can save you money (and time) when thinking about your ‘extras’. Why not order one of our fantastic ice cream packages in advance of your visit and save queuing on the day? Orders must be received at least two weeks prior to your visit.

To place an order or to book, call our Group Booking Line on 01604 620066 or email groups@royalandderngate.co.uk. Open 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday.

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DETAILED TICKET PRICES

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

Priscilla Queen Of The Desert (p.6) Mon Eve & Wed £33 £30 Mat Tue-Thu Eves £37 £35 Fri & Sat Eves & £40 £38 Sat Mat

£28

£24

£22

£17

£32 £35

£30 £32

£25 £28

£21 £24

Joseph (p.7) Tue-Thu Eve & £28 £26 £24 Sat Mat Fri & Sat Eve £30.50 £28.50 £25.50 Wed & Thu Mat and £20 £17 £15 Fri Early Eve Heartbeat (p.10) Mon Eve & Wed Mat Tue-Thu Eve Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat Chicago (p.11) Mon-Thu Eves Fri & Sat Eves & Sat Mat Wed Mat

£21

£21

£18.50

£16

£23

£20

£17

£25

£22.50

£19

£28 £30

£26.50 £24 £22 £19 £27.50 £25.50 £23.50 £20.50

£13 £15 £16

£38 £42.50

£36 £39

£32 £35

£30 £32

£25 £28

£21 £24

£35

£32

£28

£24

£21

£17

£24 £26

£18 £20

£20

£16

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (p.16) Tue-Fri Eves £45.50 £42.50 £36 £28 Sat & Sun Eves and £49.50 £46.50 £40 £32 Mats Thu Mat £40.50 £36.50 £31.50 £25.50 Dead Sheep (p.15) Mon–Thu Eves Fri & Sat Eve & Sat Mat Thu Mat

£16

£28 £29

£25 £28

£22

£20

£22.50 £19.50 £14 £23.50 £20 £14.50 £18

£16

£13

£10 £11 £9

The Woman In Black (p.19) Mon-Thu Eves £29 Thu Mat £23 Fri & Sat Eves & £30 Sat Mat Dirty Dancing (p.20) Mon Eve & Fri Early Eve Tue-Thu Eves Fri & Sat Eves & Sat Mat

£26 £21 £27

£23.50 £20.50 £15 £19 £17 £14 £24.50 £21 £15.50

£10 £9 £11

£56

£39

£35

£56 £56

£42 £46

£38 £40

£33 £36

£21 £22 £18

£19 £20 £16

£17 £18 £14

£14 £16 £11

£12 £14 £10

£28 £30 £33

£26 £28 £31

£23 £26 £29

£19 £23 £26

£16 £18 £20

£33 £37 £40

£30 £35 £38

£28 £32 £35

£24 £30 £32

£22 £25 £28

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performances (p.38, p.41, p.46) £34.50 £32 £29 £27 £23

£15

Made In Northampton: King Lear (p.26), Madame Bovary (p.29), Soul (p.30), A Tale Of Two Cities (p.34) Mon-Fri Eves £28 £26 £23 £20 £15 Sat Eves £29 £27 £24 £21 £16 Matinees & Previews £23 £21 £19 £17 £14

£11 £12 £10

Grease (p.21) Wed-Fri Eves Sat Eve Tue Eve & Sat Mat Buddy (p.21) Mon Eve & Wed Mat Tue-Thu Eves Fri & Sat Eves & Sat Mat

Sunny Afternoon (p.23) Wed & Thu Mat £43.50 Tue-Thu Eves £43.50 Fri & Sat Eves & £43.50 Sat Mat

£29.50 £24.50 £21.50 £27.50 £23.50 £30.50 £26.50

£18 £19 £20

£10 £10

TRANSACTION CHARGES The transaction charge exists 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 transaction charge, we ensure that every penny goes directly to Royal & Derngate. This is particularly important as we look to a future with reduced funding support from our local authorities.

Don’t forget, you don’t pay this charge if:

We will continue to charge a ‘per booking’ charge, not ‘per ticket’, which makes our charges lower than many other theatres.

We will continue to tell you about these charges, whether you are booking online, over the phone or at the counter.

• You are booking a subscription for Made In Northampton or Royal Philharmonic Orchestra seasons

• You are a member of our Friends, Gold or Artistic Director’s schemes • You book eight or more tickets for a single performance as part of a Group Booking • Your transaction is less than £15

• You are a Disabled Patron

For more information about our charges visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk

ROYAL & DERNGATE IS GRATEFUL FOR THE SUPPORT OF ITS MAJOR FUNDERS:

£18 £21 £24

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DISCOUNTS & CONCESSIONS 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.

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SEASON TICKETS There is still time to make great savings with a Season Ticket for Made In Northampton productions: BOOK ALL 5 SHOWS £8 off per ticket (Add Ons £2 off per ticket) BOOK 4 SHOWS £7 off per ticket (Add Ons £1 off per ticket) BOOK 3 SHOWS £5 off per ticket (Add Ons £1 off per ticket)

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

Please ask Box Office at time of booking.

If you have already purchased The Herbal Bed this will count as one of your shows.

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

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.

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 or visit Box Office for details.

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

Sat Eve) All season ticket discounts apply to the top three price bands only, and for The Tempest and Spymonkey only one discount per ticket applies.

ALL SEASON TICKET HOLDERS:

Call Louise Lecky-Thompson on our membership line 01604 635868.

• Pay no transaction charge on your season ticket • Free exchanges or transfer to family and friends • Discounts on 2016/17 Christmas Show • Discounts on all Youth Theatre, Young Company and Actors Company Shows • 20% off all programmes in the season

GROUPS

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

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

• Groups 8+ £2 off

For this year’s Christmas shows, the following rates apply:

• Groups 40+ £4 off

FRIENDS & MEMBERS Friends, Gold Supporters and Artistic Director’s Circle members are entitled to a saving on most performances. Discounts range from £1 off, £3 off and ‘two tickets for the price of one’. 2FOR1s are indicated on the show pages and the Diary on pages 61-63 with the symbol. Please ask at time of booking. Other benefits include priority booking, no transaction fees, 10% café/bar discount and Members’ e-newsletter, see back page for details.

2FOR1

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

(available on top three prices only, excl. Sat 24 & Mon 26 December performances)

(available on top three prices only for Red, Purple and Silver performances, not available on Gold or Green performances)

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

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

Plus 1 free ticket for every 10 purchased

Plus 1 free ticket for every 10 purchased

• Groups 20+ 3 off • Even greater savings on Made In Northampton • Extended payment dates • No transaction fee • No postage charge • Free group organiser ticket • Pre-ordering of drinks and snacks

Call Emma Harris on our dedicated Groups Line, open 8.30am-3.30pm, Mon‑Fri, 01604 620066.

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.

The above represent our usual discounts, however there are a number of shows every season where slightly different concessions apply. A separate discount and pricing 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 and 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 gives 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 £1 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.

TRANSACTION FEES All online, telephone and counter bookings are subject to a £3 transaction fee. Friends, Gold Supporters, Disabled Patrons, and Group Bookings are exempt. Unlike many other theatres, this fee is only applicable per-booking and not per-ticket.

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: All information contained in this brochure 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 The Royal and Derngate auditoria and our Underground Studio 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. There are train connections approximately 15 minutes walk from the theatre.

CAR PARKING The closest car parks to Royal & Derngate are St. John’s Multi-Storey Car Park, which offers free parking at weekends, and Albion Place Car Park. See the map for the additional car parks we recommend. There are also 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 advise you to leave extra time for your journey for our most popular shows.

ACCESS INFORMATION We are committed to enabling as many people as possible to enjoy performances at Royal & Derngate. For full access information and a list of access performances this season, please visit see Explore More on our website homepage or ask at Box Office.

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.

Please look for the following symbols on the show pages and diary (pages 60-62): Audio-Described Performances

St. John’s Multi‑Storey NN1 1HA – 485 spaces Albion Place NN1 1UD – 71 spaces Hazelwood Road NCP NN1 1LG – 37 spaces The Ridings NN1 2BT – 55 spaces Commercial Street South NN1 1PN – 42 spaces Mayorhold Multi-Storey NN1 3HA – 1073 spaces

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.

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

Please call Box Office on 01604 624811.

ACCESS REVIEW This Summer, we will be undertaking a review of our access provision at Royal & Derngate – including our accessible performances, marketing and communication methods and ticket discounts.

We would like to invite audience members to participate in these discussions. If you would be interested in offering your views, or taking part in a series of focus groups looking at this area, we would love to hear from you. Please contact luna.rahman@royalandderngate.co.uk or call 01604 655738.

Sign Language Interpreted Performances Captioned Performances Touch Tours

Download our brochure online at www.issuu.com

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