Royal & Derngate Summer 2025 Brochure

Made in Northampton

CREATED HERE, SHARED EVERYWHERE

Royal & Derngate is one of the few regional theatres that produces its own original work, alongside hosting an exciting range of visiting productions. We take pride in creating ambitious theatre that inspires thought, sparks conversation, and delights audiences. Our Made In Northampton season curated by Artistic Director Jesse Jones brings these productions to life – crafted, rehearsed, and built right here – before many go on to tour the UK, transfer to the West End, or even reach Broadway.

RECOGNISED FOR EXCELLENCE

Royal & Derngate has been celebrated as one of the UK’s most dynamic producing theatres, named Outstanding Theatre of the Year by the distinguished theatre critic Michael Billington and earning multiple Olivier Award nominations. Productions like The Worst Witch, Our Lady Of Kibeho, and The Two Popes have gained national and international acclaim.

THEATRE MADE IN NORTHAMPTON

Everything you see on stage – from costumes to sets, lighting to live music – is created by incredible theatre makers right here in Northampton. Their passion and craftsmanship ensure that what starts in our town reaches far beyond.

SEE IT HERE FIRST

By watching a Made In Northampton production, you’re experiencing world-class theatre before anyone else. It’s a chance to take pride in Northampton’s creativity and support the people who make it happen.

See it here first. Support your local theatre.

www.royalandderngate.co.uk/made-in-northampton

Based on the book AlanTuring, The Enigma by Andrew Hodges With a new epilogue by Neil Bartlett

A Royal & Derngate, Northampton, Landmark Theatres and Oxford Playhouse co-production, in association with Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse

“It’s not breaking a code that matters, it’s where you go from there” Mastermind code breaker. Maverick. Arguably one of the most important and inquisitive minds of the twentieth century. Alan Turing is famed for cracking the Enigma code at Bletchley Park, effectively securing victory for the Allied forces in WWII.

From triumph to tragedy, get to know a human being who loved, lost and never stopped asking questions in a quest for truth and understanding in this new production of Hugh Whitemore’s Breaking the Code

For the first time, taking into consideration his recent Royal pardon and the development of Turing’s law, the original play will feature a new epilogue by Neil Bartlett that speaks to Turing’s lasting legacy on modern Britain. Director Jesse Jones

Thu 11 – Sat 27 September Eves 7.30pm (Tue 16 September 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 13 September)

ROYAL

Tickets from £15

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Captioned

Relaxed

Recommended for ages 12+

Contains adult themes

Access Information p. 60-61

It’s Christmas, and Mog, everyone’s favourite family cat, is back. As the Thomas family prepare for the holiday season, Mog is baffled by strange noises, peculiar smells, and – what’s this? A tree moving indoors! Bother that cat! Amidst the festive chaos, will Mog ever come inside for Christmas? Join Mog and the Thomas family for a heartwarming Christmas adventure filled with surprises, snowy mischief, and the true meaning of family.

The Wardrobe Ensemble (Judith Kerr's Mog The Forgetful Cat) adapt Judith Kerr’s beloved and iconic stories for the stage in a lively and enchanting production directed by Helena Middleton (Pippi Longstocking), with songs, live music, and a menagerie of creatures little and large. These timeless tales of family, friendship, and festive fun are brought to life to allow a new generation of children to fall in love with Mog.

Based on the bestselling Mog picture book series by Judith Kerr, published by HarperCollins Children’s Books.

Show Dates & Times

Sat 6 December 2pm

Sun 7 December 10.30am 3pm

Tues 9 December 2pm

Wed 10 December 11am 4pm

Fri 12 December 11am 2pm

Sat 13 December 11am 2pm

Sun 14 December 10.30am 1pm

Mon 15 December 11am 2pm

Tues 16 December 11am 2pm

Wed 17 December 11am 2pm

Fri 19 December 11am 2pm

Sat 20 December 11am 2pm

Sun 21 December 10.30am 1pm

Mon 22 December 10.30am 1pm

Tues 23 December 10.30am 1pm

Wed 24 December 11am 2pm

Fri 26 December 1pm

Sat 27 December 11am 2pm

Sun 28 December 10.30am 1pm

Mon 29 December 10.30am 1pm

Tue 30 December 10.30am 1pm

Wed 31 December 11am 2pm

Sat 6 – Wed 31 December

Times vary, see below ROYAL

Tickets from £17 I 3+

BSL Interpreted

Audio Described Touch Tour

Captioned Relaxed

Access Information p. 60-61

Running time approx. 60 minutes

A FESTIVE TREAT FOR AGES 3+

Aidan's lost. His best mate’s starting uni, his mum can’t get out of bed, and his new side hustle has questionable legality. Meanwhile, he’s stacking shelves at the supermarket wondering if this is all he’s cut out for. He’s got hobbieshanging out at the skate park and doom scrolling his days away.

As he’s lapping up the algorithm ‘Hugo Bang’ appears with the promise to help Aidan become the alpha he was born to be.

Will Hugo Bang help Aidan get his life back on track, or will he lead Aidan to a darker, more dangerous place?

Directed by Jesse Jones, this brand-new play by local playwright Samson Hawkins (author of Stratford East's critically acclaimed Village Idiot) crackles with dry humour and a modern-day wit.

Transforming the Derngate auditorium into a skatepark, this Made In Northampton production dives headfirst into the influence of online culture, the pull of toxic masculinity, and the search for identity in the digital age.

Writer Samson Hawkins

Director Jesse Jones

Initially developed through the Generate programme in partnership with Andy Routledge.

Mon 16 February - Sat 3

March

Times vary - see website

DERNGATE

Tickets from £10 I 14+

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Relaxed

BSL Interpreted

Access Information p. 60-61

Talks, workshop packages and educational opportunities will be available - contact getinvolved@royalandderngate. co.uk for more information.

WANTED: CASTING FOR CLUELESS TEENAGER WITH MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY

Are you 18, broke, and full of terrible ideas? Well then have we got an opportunity for you!

We need someone who can bring Aidan’s mix of swagger, self-doubt and stupid to life. Someone who can nail his chaotic energy, his dry humour, and his constant battle to prove he’s not just some loser, he’s some loser with a with a plan!

If you’re 18, quick-witted, and ready to take on a lead role in our brand-new play, we want to hear from you. This is a paid professional gig but, no need to be a pro actor – we’re looking for personality, energy, and someone who can keep up with Aidan’s nonsense.

Reckon you can be Aidan? Apply now. Make a good decision before he makes another bad one.

TO AUDITION: Send us a photo of yourself (no need for a fancy head-shot), plus a CV or Spotlight link if you have one, to loserwithaplan@royalandderngate.co.uk with a few lines about why you’re interested in the show.

Deadline: Mon 9 June 2026 – we’ll be in touch with all applicants after the cut-off.

Lastly – these are the key dates you will need to be available from the start of rehearsals on Mon 19 January through to the final show on Sat 7 March 2026.

Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. They’ll create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy. You, the audience, become the author as the cast act out your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage. At each show this extraordinarily talented company use audience suggestions to create a unique, original and extremely comical murder mystery just for you. All you have to do... is solve it!

Ms Gold poisoned at a synchronised swimming gala? Dr Blue exploded by cannon during a hot air balloon race? Professor Violet crushed to death at a Love Island recoupling? You decide!

But will you guess whodunnit before the killer is revealed?

HHHHH “HILARIOUS... THE SHOW IS A RIOT” Scottish Daily Mail

Mon 14 - Thu 17 April

Eves 7.30pm

Wed Matinee 2.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £22

We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!

Terrible Tudors: From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience!

Awful Egyptians: From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the afterlife?

Wed 16 - Sat 19 April

Terrible Tudors: Wed & Fri 2pm, Thu & Sat 6.30pm

Awful Egyptians: Wed & Fri 6.30pm, Thu & Sat 2pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £17 I 5+

It’s history with the nasty bits left in! EASTER HOLIDAYS FAMILY FUN

Experience a world of gaming, featuring the very best of video games and consoles from the past 50 years.

From Atari to Sega, Playstation, Xbox and Virtual Reality, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a retro games fan, a serious gamer or just want to win the race on Mario Kart!

Play against friends in multiplayer showdowns, rediscover your childhood favourites and test out some of the latest virtual reality experiences in this ultimate interactive gaming experience. “

"KIDS WILL LOVE IT… AN UTTERLY WONDERFUL NOSTALGIA FEST.” Time Out

Fri 18 – Sun 20 April UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £5

90-minute Bookable Sessions

All Day Passes Available

Enjoy getting together by bringing a group of 6+ to your next Royal & Derngate visit and save money.

CHECK-CIRCLE Priority booking (after Members, before the general public)

CHECK-CIRCLE Extended reservation periods with flexible payment terms

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CHECK-CIRCLE Pre-order your interval ice creams and drinks

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Educational group?

We can offer special rates for schools and colleges, including free tickets for teachers and organisers with the opportunity to access free Q+A sessions and workshops.

Scan the QR code to complete an online form

Call 01604 620066 or email group.bookings@royalandderngate.co.uk

For the past 30 years the National Theatre Connections festival has been a celebration of young people, theatre and the importance of access to the arts. Each year the National Theatre commissions a collection of new plays for young people to perform, uniting some of the most exciting UK playwrights of today with the theatre-makers of tomorrow.

Royal & Derngate hosts the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals that take place across the country, and we are thrilled to welcome hundreds of young people to Northampton again this April for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent.

Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show.

Expect plenty of fun for your littlest ones as their favourite characters, including Monster, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn, come to life in a show that is packed with playful moments to enjoy together.

There's a Monster in Your Show... and he can't wait to meet you!

"THE PERFECT TODDLER THEATRE SHOW"

Mother & Baby

HHHHH "A MAGICAL INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE" Curtaincallreviews.co.uk

Mon 31 March – Sun 6 April

Times vary, see website

ROYAL and UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £6

Mon 21 April 2pm & 4pm Tue 22 April 11am & 2pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £15

Relaxed

Access Information p. 60-61

“ WONDERFUL, HILARIOUS, UPLIFTING, PROFOUND, AND FULL OF HEART ”

Is it better to have a pig’s heart that works… than a human heart that doesn’t?

Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal – have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately needs a heart transplant and time is running out. When he’s finally offered a new heart, Cameron must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back.

From the multi-award-winning writer Malorie Blackman OBE, author of Noughts and Crosses, this brilliant novel is brought to life in a brand-new adaptation by Winsome Pinnock, and is directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu Pig Heart Boy was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and adapted by the BBC into a BAFTA Award-winning TV series.

HHHHH “BEAUTIFUL, HILARIOUS, THOUGHTFUL AND SPECIAL.” Theatre and Tonic

Wed 21 - Sat 24 May

Wed - Thu 10.30am & 2pm, Fri 10.30am, Sat 2pm & 6pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £14 I 9+

SELLING FAST!

Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back and coming to Northampton! The smash hit show Only Fools and Horses: The Musical comes direct from a record-breaking four-year sold-out run in London’s West End – featuring Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel, Boycie, Marlene, Trigger, Denzil and Mickey Pearce.

Based on John Sullivan’s legendary television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best loved TV series. With a script and original score written by John’s son Jim Sullivan and comedy giant Paul Whitehouse, the classic comedy is brought to life on stage through an ingenious script and 20 hilarious songs. So don’t delay, get on the blower, and get a ticket for a truly cushty night out – only a 42 carat plonker would miss it!

HHHHH "ONE DEL OF A SHOW" The Sun

Mon 2 – Sat 7 June

Eves 7.30pm

Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £42

BSL Interpreted

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Access Information p. 60-61

Escape to Treasure Island with Le Navet Bete and their swashbuckling, smash-hit comedy for all the family!

Featuring dastardly pirates, tropical islands and a mermaid you’ll never forget, set sail on the Jolly Todger with Jim Lad, Long John Silver and a whole host of other characters for a hilarious voyage across the seas. But will they get there in one piece? Is everyone who they say they are? And does ‘X’ really mark the spot?

Le Navet Bete (The Three Musketeers, Dracula: The Bloody Truth, King Arthur) are a multi-award-winning physical comedy company based in Devon. Joining forces with one of UK theatre’s best comedy writers and directors John Nicholson (Peepolykus, BBC Radio 4), the company of four play out Robert Louis Stevenson’s legendary tale as you’ve NEVER seen it before!

HHHHH "A WONDERFUL SENSE OF ADVENTURE AND FUN" West End Best Friend

HHHH "A RIPPING GOOD YARN WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF THEATRICAL SURPRISES" The Stage

Fri 2 & Sat 3 May 7.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £17 I 7+

Tall Stories presents The Smeds And The Smoos, a stellar show based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

A joyful tale of star-crossed aliens.

Soar into space with this Olivier Award-nominated adaptation of the much-loved book by superstar duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back?

Music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories – the company who brought you The Gruffalo and Room On The Broom live on stage.

The Smeds and The Smoos© Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2019, published by Scholastic

Thu 5 – Sat 7 June Thu 1.30pm & 4.30pm, Fri 10.30am & 1.30pm, Sat 10.30am & 1pm ROYAL

Tickets from £15 I 3+

CARNIVAL 2025

Follow our fantastic Royal & Derngate Community

Choir as we join the best party in town and take to the streets of Northampton for Carnival 2025

We celebrate the joy of community, revel in the power of music and unite in pride at overcoming obstacles.

Our wonderful choir will be performing an exclusive show on a moving float around the streets of our town and we invite you to cheer them on, sing along and be entertained as they leave Northampton Racecourse at 2pm, travel down Kettering Road, through the town centre and return to the park via Wellingborough Road.

This unique performance, developed with Gareth Fuller (Britain’s Got Talent/NSO) and Andrea Queens (Guerrilla Sky Atlantic/AQ Arts) is inspired by the unifying and uplifting way the town came together to rebuild following the devastating Great Fire of Northampton 350 years ago.

Artwork by Charley Beasley and Paul Beasley

Sat 14 June 2pm

From Our Community

Britain is in crisis, and so is the King.

As Hitler threatens Europe, a concerned nation needs to hear from its monarch. But facing the biggest moment of his life, King George VI is unable to find his voice.

Based on the Academy Award-winning film starring Colin Firth, this is the moving story of how the King overcame his fear of public speaking through the help of Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue.

The King’s Speech details the unlikely relationship between royalty and a tough Australian speech therapist, who empowers the stammering future King with the ability to speak to, and for, the nation.

Thu 19 – Sat 21 June

Eves 7.30pm, Sat Matinee 2.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £18

From Our Community

Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Midnight Bell comes to Northampton for the first time in 2025.

In 1930s London ordinary people emerge from cheap boarding houses nightly to pour out their passions, hopes and dreams in the pubs and fog-bound streets of Soho and Fitzrovia. Step inside The Midnight Bell, a tavern where one particular lonely-hearts club gather to play out their lovelorn affairs of the heart; bitter comedies of longing, frustration, betrayal and redemption.

Inspired by the great English novelist Patrick Hamilton (Twenty Thousand Streets Under The Sky, Hangover Square) who created some of the most authentic fiction of his era; stories borne out of years of social interactions with the working man and woman at his favourite location – the London Pub.

Hailed by The Observer as ‘the undisputed king of dance theatre’, master storyteller Bourne has produced some of the most successful dance theatre productions of the last 30 years including Swan Lake, Cinderella, The Red Shoes and Edward Scissorhands.

Tue 15 – Sat 19 July

Eves 7.30pm

Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £13

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Access Information p. 60-61

How far would you go to fight for change? Unravel the world of 19th century Victorian England through the eyes of Mrs Jekyll and watch how the lines between past and present collide in this powerful adaptation by Evan Placey of Louis Stevenson’s classic tale, directed by Tonia Daley Campbell and Gemma Boaden.

With the oppressive nature of patriarchal England looming over the recently widowed Mrs Jekyll she finds herself facing continued confrontation and challenge, torn between her polite societal desire to act against injustice and her growing rage to transform into something, or maybe someone, who might just be able to fight back. This story cleverly brings the past into the future and the present into the past, with this wonderful unique adaptation that leaves you questioning exactly how much has changed for women in the last 200 years.

Watch this thrilling, bloody and provoking play brought to life by The Actors Company in the very beautiful Victorian Royal Theatre.

Performed in arrangement with Nick Hern Books.

Fri 4 & Sat 5 July

Eves 7pm, Sat Matinee 2pm ROYAL

Tickets from £12.50 I 12+

“I’d rather walk in blood than walk a slave”

On the furthest outreaches of the Roman Empire, the edge of the known world, rebellion is brewing…

The King of the Iceni has died. His widow, Boudica, comes to claim her rightful throne and territories in defiance of the occupying force, Rome. For daring to try and take what is hers the native queen is flogged, her daughters raped, and they are banished from their homeland. But now Queen Boudica has returned. And this time, she has an army.

She will take back her land, her freedom, and more, much more: she will have revenge. She will have blood. Join us for Boudica (written by Tristan Bernays, directed by Anna Simpson with fight choreography by Kiel O’Shea) and watch the Royal & Derngate Young Company bring this play based on ancient history hurtling into the 21st century, exploring urgent and provocative questions about occupation and oppression, the legacy of colonial violence, and how people try to hold on to their humanity amidst war’s brutality.

Contains strong language, depictions of violence and death, and references to sexual assault.

Performed in arrangement with Nick Hern Books.

Fri 18 & Sat 19 July

Eves 7pm, Sat Matinee 2pm

Tickets from £12.50 I 14+

Looking for fun days out with the kids? Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family!

Discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus!

A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mindexpanding jurassic adventure, live on stage.

Olivier Award winner for Best Family Show 2024!

HHHHH "HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES" What's Good To Do

HHHHH "A SPECTACULAR INTERACTIVE SHOW!" OK Magazine

HHHH "ENTERTAINMENT WITH SHOWMANSHIP, RAZZMATAZZ AND SPECTACULAR PUPPETS" Behind The Arrias

Tue 22 – Thu 24 July

Tue 2pm, Wed & Thu 11am & 2pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £16.50

Recommended for ages 3+

HOLIDAY CLUBS

DRAGON MASTERS

How do you teach a Dragon…?

Come and join a magical adventure this summer in this dragon-themed camp for little people with big imaginations. Using storytelling, theatre, crafts and more, young Dragon Masters will explore and hone their creative skills over the week to create their own original fiery stories.

For more information please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk

Mon 4 – Fri 8 August, 9am – 5pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets £110 | 4 – 8 years

Bursaries and Lunch Clubs are available

MYTHS, LEGENDS & MONSTERS

Give your young adventurer an epic summer experience exploring Gods, heroes, monsters and mayhem in our mythology themed camp. Using theatre, storytelling, crafts and more, they will explore and take inspiration from tales from different ancient pantheons whilst honing their imaginations and creative skills to become the hero of their own legendary story.

For more information please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk

Mon 11 – Fri 15 August, 9am – 5pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets £110 | 9 – 13 years

Bursaries and Lunch Clubs are available

Get ready for the ultimate rock experience as Bat Out Of Hell roars back to the UK in 2025! The iconic music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf will once again shake the stage, delivering an electrifying journey that will ignite your love for rock like never before.

This heart-pounding experience, with a powerhouse eight-piece live band on stage, delivers a new production with sprawling multi-level platforms to transport you from Raven’s bedroom to the underground world of the Lost in a visual feast that pushes the boundaries of live theatre.

Headlining this epic production, we are thrilled to welcome back Glenn Adamson, Sharon Sexton, and Rob Fowler in the iconic roles of Strat, Sloane, and Falco, joined by the sensational Katie Tonkinson as Raven. Their unmatched vocal talents will bring Meat Loaf’s anthems to life, including I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That), Paradise By The Dashboard Light, Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad, Dead Ringer For Love, and, of course, Bat Out of Hell Brace yourself for a legendary night of rock ‘n’ roll as Bat Out Of Hell: The Musical explodes back onto the stage, promising a spectacle that will leave you breathless!

Mon 15 – Sat 20 September

Eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £17

BSL Interpreted

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Access Information p. 60-61

Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for.

On board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun, a couple’s idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder. As secrets that have been buried in the sands of time finally resurface, can the world-famous detective, Hercule Poirot, untangle the web of lies and solve another crime?

Following the sell-out tours of And Then There Were None and Murder On The Orient Express, Death On The Nile reunites celebrated director Lucy Bailey (Witness For The Prosecution), writer Ken Ludwig and Fiery Angel for the European premiere of a brand-new adaptation of the globally celebrated Agatha Christie story on a nationwide tour.

Tue 4 – Sat 8 November Eves

DERNGATE

Tickets

SELLING FAST!

The ‘Greatest British Sitcom of All Time’ (Radio Times) is back – this time on stage! Nearly 50 years since it first graced our TV screens, Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger.

Fresh from a sold-out West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every London and national critic, selling out every single performance during its record-breaking West End run.

Join Basil, Sybil, the delightfully bumbling Major, and an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the show’s unforgettable twelve episodes. With sharp wit, chaos, and calamity at every turn, this is the comedy event of the year!

Secure your tickets now and relive the madness of Fawlty Towers live on stage. It’s a staycation you’ll never forget!

Tue 18 - Sat 22 November

Eves 7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat

Matinees 2.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £27

BSL Interpreted

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Access Information p. 60-61

Thu 8 - Sat 17 January 2026

What’s the buzz?….

With over 30 productions performed in the Derngate Auditorium, Northampton Musical Theatre Company are excited to be returning once again with the epic musical Jesus Christ Superstar

With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work, the rock opera tells the story of Jesus in the final days leading up to his crucifixion, but seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.

The iconic 1970s rock score contains well-known numbers such as Superstar, I Don’t Know How To Love Him and Gethsemane

Don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable musical.

Tue 28 October – Sat 1 November

Eves 7.30pm, Sat Matinee 2.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £19

From Our Community

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Lyrics by Tim Rice and Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. An amateur production by arrangement with The Really Useful Group Limited.

Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2025 panto, The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan, with a star-studded cast to be announced soon.

The award-winning Evolution Productions will be returning to produce this spectacular show, the same team behind 2024’s brilliant Cinderella

It’s never too early to book, and with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, what’s not to love? Hook your tickets now!

Experience our magical pre-theatre Christmas afternoon tea.

Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, savoury and sweet treats and a welcome drink.

To book please contact Box Office or visit our website.

Fri 5 – Wed 31 December

Times vary, see website

DERNGATE

Tickets from £13

BSL Interpreted

Audio Described

Touch Tour

Captioned

Relaxed

Access Information p. 60-61

This season's one-nighters...

ANTON DU BEKE AT THE MUSICALS

Tue 1 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £45

Strictly Come Dancing legend and judge, Anton Du Beke, takes to the stage, performing songs and dances from some of his favourite musicals.

With his live band, guest singer and dancers, expect a Fab-ULous evening of song, dance and laughter, with numbers from classic West End and Broadway shows. Plus, behind the scenes stories from his time on Strictly Come Dancing that will have you laughing out loud.

Anton Du Beke At The Musicals will showcase stunning dance performances, soulful vocals, and live music that will transport audiences to a world of glamour, excitement, and pure entertainment.

MIKE + THE MECHANICS

Looking Back –The Living Years

Wed 2 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £47

Following 2023’s much lauded sell out Refuelled! Tour, Mike + The Mechanics return for the Looking Back – Living The Years 2025 Tour. This tour will see them play their hits including Over My Shoulder, The Living Years and All I Need Is A Miracle as well as drift into some of Genesis’s much loved classic tracks.

Originally formed in 1985 by Mike Rutherford “as a side project to Genesis”, Mike + The Mechanics achieved huge commercial success throughout the ‘80s and ‘90s achieving number ones all over the world and going on to sell over 10 million albums.

DARA Ó BRIAIN Re:Creation

Thu 3 April 8pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £32 I 14+

Limited availabilitysingle seats only

Dara Ó Briain is back with a brand new live show!

After the huge international success of his last tour, So, Where Were We?, which sold out 173 venues across 20 countries and was named UK Comedy Tour of the Year 2023 (Chortle), Dara’s new show Re:Creation sees one of Ireland’s finest live comedians back doing his favourite thing: standing in a theatre, telling stories and creating madness with the audience. It’s guaranteed to be a very, very, funny night.

KAREN & GORKA

Speakeasy

Fri 4 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £40

Meet & Greet + £75

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez are thrilled to bring their all-new show Speakeasy to Northampton!

Expect exhilarating live music and breath-taking choreography with Karen and Gorka’s newest offering, following their debut tour Firedance. Unlock the door to an undercover world of elegance and iconic dance flavours. From the clandestine New York Speakeasy to the sultry Havana dance floors and from the Burlesque Cabaret Clubs of the mid 1900s to the glittering mirror balls of Studio 54, Speakeasy will be a delicious dance experience, with an electrifying cast of world-class dancers, vocalists and musicians.

NATHAN CARTER

Sat 5 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £31

He has outsold the likes of Beyonce in Ireland, performed for the Pope, sold out venues across the world; and is one of the most prolific touring artists in the UK. Now, following the release of his new album Music Man, Ireland’s top entertainer Nathan Carter is back on tour.

Born in Liverpool to Irish parents from County Down, Nathan Carter has released 13 studio albums and six live albums, with a sound that traverses pop, Irish folk, country music and timeless ballads, with hits including Wagon Wheel and I Wanna Dance

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

Tue 8 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £32

Immerse yourself in the ultimate fusion of rock 'n' roll, pop, and comedy with That'll Be The Day, the UK's longest-running theatre show. Experience a captivating journey through music history from the '50s to the '80s, filled with electrifying performances and iconic tunes.

This unforgettable show combines talent, energy, passion, and nostalgia, allowing you to sing, laugh, and dance along to the greatest hits of the past. Don't miss out on this spectacular celebration of rock and pop that will leave you wanting more.

RHOD GILBERT AND THE GIANT GRAPEFRUIT

Wed 9 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £37 I 16+

Limited availability - single seats only

When life gives Rhod lemons…

In his last show

The Book Of John, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour…

But Rhod’s not bitter; he’s bouncing back and feeling remarkably zesty.

Hilariously dark, passionate and way too personal, this is classic Gilbert, squeezing every last drop out of life’s latest curveballs… with a little help from an old adversary.

HHHH “KNOCKOUT SHOW WITH BIG LAUGHS AND A BIG HEART” Guardian

HHHH “GLORIOUS SHOW…SATISFYINGLY SPLENETIC” Times

HHHH “BIG POIGNANT LAUGHS” Telegraph

THE REAL THING

Fri 11 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £32

The Real Thing, with original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith, are on tour promoting their first new album of original material in 44 years. They enjoyed success in the ‘70s and ‘80s with three Top 10 singles; the No 1 Hit, You To Me Are Everything, Can’t Get By Without You and Can You Feel The Force

JOHN POWER

Thu 10 April 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £28.50

Meet & Greet packages £67

John Power had the best rock ’n’ roll apprenticeship ever – playing bass as an 18-yearold in The La’s. Forming Cast in 1991, he sang, wrote songs and played guitar for one of Britpop’s pre-eminent bands – securing two platinum-selling records before returning to the charts in 2024 with the magnificent Love Is The Call. Power’s solo career produced some of his best work – and now it’s time to reflect on Britpop, the hits – Alright, Sandstorm, Walkaway, Flying and more – in this intimate show that mixes John’s best-loved songs with wild, funny and tender stories.

KERRY

Fri 11 April 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £32

While parenting teenagers, bogged down with knicker admin and considering dealing

HRT on the black market, Kerry’s lost her mum bag but can’t remember what was in it as she’s outsourced her memory to her phone. The life of a middle aged woman who hasn’t got the bandwidth for any of this.

Kerry Godliman, comedian, actor, writer, podcaster and broadcaster, returns to the stage with her straighttalking charm and quick wit on a brand new stand-up show. As seen on Afterlife, Whitstable Pearl, Taskmaster, Trigger Point, Live At The Apollo and more. As heard on Radio 4 and Jon Richardson’s Absolute Radio Show

MARK THOMPSON’S Spectacular Science Show

Sat 12 April 2.30pm | ROYAL

Tickets from £19 Family Ticket Offer £58 for 2 adults & 2 concessions

You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies!

Awarded ‘Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe’ by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way.

HHHHH “A BRILLIANT SHOW FOR ALL THE FAMILY” One4Review

THE SENSATIONAL 60S EXPERIENCE

Sat 12 April 3pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £33

Featuring an incredible ensemble of original artistes and band members, this is the ultimate festival of nostalgia. Whether you come to relive your childhood memories or you just simply want to see what your parents have been raving about for all these years this is the show to see. These legends of the ’60s will deliver to you a night never to be forgotten.

Starring Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich, Mike d’Abo (former lead singer with Manfred Mann), The Swinging Blue Jeans, The Fortunes and Vanity Fare

ROB AUTON

The Eyes Open And Shut Show

Sat 12 April 8pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £19.50 16+

Award-winning writer, comedian and actor Rob Auton brings his latest show The Eyes Open And Shut Show to Northampton. Rob has written ten hit Edinburgh Festival Fringe comedy/ theatre/spoken-word shows on specific themes. The Eyes Open And Shut Show is a show about eyes when they are open and eyes when they are shut. With this show Rob wanted to explore what he could do to himself and others with language when eyes are open and shut. After writing ten shows on specific themes, he wanted to think about what makes him open his eyes and what makes him shut them.

THE CUBE DOES HAIRSPRAY

Sun 13 April 6pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £20 From Our Community

Join us for an unforgettable evening of singing, dancing, and acting as we bring the magic of Hairspray to life. This isn’t just a performance – it’s a fullon celebration of creativity and hard work, featuring showstopping numbers that will leave you singing and dancing in your seat, including The Nicest Kids In Town, You Can’t Stop The Beat, and I Can Hear The Bells.

Starring the incredible clients of Cube Arts College, familiar faces from our other centres, and talented students from local schools, this is your chance to witness a spectacular display of passion, energy, and heart as we celebrate the power of the arts.

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH PAUL YOUNG

Sun 13 April 7.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £32

Meet & Greet packages from £47

From No Parlez To The Secret Of Association

Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit Everytime You Go Away, not forgetting an appearance at Live Aid and more. Now, he’s looking back in this intimate show, that combines conversation and acoustic versions of songs. Paul’s meeting fans, singing songs, and telling stories about his incredible career. It’s time to revel in the classic hits and learn the stories behind them in this intimate show.

JAMALI MADDIX Aston

Fri 18 April 7.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £24 I 16+

Critically acclaimed comedian Jamali Maddix is back on the road with a brand new tour.

Expect Jamali’s trademark brutally honest and unflinching perspectives on the world at large. His last tours have sold out shows across the globe, playing the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America.

He is a regular on Never Mind The Buzzcocks and was one of the most anarchic Taskmaster contestants the show has ever seen. He’s also been seen on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Late Late Show with James Corden as well as many others.

SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS

Sun 20 April 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £21.50

Direct from the West End, Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of the Dubliners brings you the ultimate feel-good Irish show, in a critically acclaimed production that spans half a century.

In association with legendary Irish pub O’Donoghues, we invite you to join a talented cast of seasoned musicians dedicated to bringing the music of this iconic group back to life.

Steeped in song, story and revelry, this spectacular tale celebrates The Dubliners, Ireland’s favourite musical sons in authentic style.

STEWART LEE VS THE MAN-WULF

Tue 22 & Wed 23 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £24 I 14+

In this brand-new show, Stewart Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity. The Man-Wulf lays down a ferocious comedy challenge to the culturally irrelevant and physically enfeebled Lee. Can the beast inside us all be silenced with the silver bullet of Lee’s unprecedentedly critically acclaimed style of stand-up?

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT?

Thu 24 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £22

After a fantastic sell-out tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back for 2025 celebrating the music and 60 year career of this incredible rock and soul legend. Expect a night of high energy and feel-good rock-and-roll, performed by an all-live band. This joyous show features all the hits including Proud Mary, River Deep, Simply The Best, Private Dancer, and many more.

PULMAN AND STILGOE A Couple Of Swells

Thu 24 April 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £22

A Couple of Swells is the inspired pairing of two unique entertainers – Liza Pulman, songstress, comedienne and one-third of the iconic Fascinating Aida, and virtuoso pianist, songwriter and singer Joe Stilgoe

Prepare to be swept away by Joe’s dazzling piano playing, Liza’s exquisite vocals and their beautiful, tight harmonies as they dig into the true classics and hidden gems of Irving Berlin, Paul McCartney, Billy Joel and Leonard Bernstein, and others mixed with a few new songs specially written for the show.

This is old-fashioned glamour in the company of two modern-day musical greats.

HARRY HILL

Fri 25 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £32 I 9+

Join me on my Diamond Jubilee lap of honour as I celebrate 60 glorious years of fun, laughter and low level disruption!

Marvel! As I offer new insights into the hot topics of the day such as the demise of the SCART lead, The Culture Wars, the differences between crab sticks and rhubarb and the origins of tirimisu!

Guffaw with delight as I delve into my back catalogue using my patented ‘Old Bit Randomiser’ for old favourites like ‘Interspecies Tennis’, ‘The time I went up in the Space Shuttle’ and ‘When Nan got her hair caught in the knitting’!

NABIL ABDULRASHID

Urban Battuta

Fri 25 April 8pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £19.50 I 16+

Award-winning, international touring comedian Nabil Abdulrashid returns with a riotous new stand-up show.

As seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and The Last Leg. As heard on Off Menu with James Acaster and Ed Gamble and Hoovering with Jessica Fostekew.

ANDREW BIRD A Ticklish Mind

Sat 26 April 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £19 I 16+

After his TV appearance on The Russell Howard Hour, Andrew Bird supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour including six straight shows at The London Palladium. He has also recently supported Troy Hawke and at The UK Comedy Awards was voted Comic’s Comic - Best Act.

When asking his 9-year-old son if he is ticklish, he replied “only my mind”. Which is a great way to describe a sense of humour. And lord knows we all need a good tickle in the mind now and then so join Andrew as he finds the funny from “Sports washing” to Spa hotels.

SCREAMING BLUE MURDER COMEDY CLUB

Doors 7.45pm, Show 8pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £17 I 16+

Don’t miss our comedy club with compere Dan Evans.

This season features many of comedy’s rising stars.

Sat 26 April

Michael Fabbri, Ingrid Dahle, Don Biswas

Sat 7 June

Line up may be subject to change, advance booking is recommended.

Matt Green, Wendy Wason, Funmbi Omotayo

OLD TIME SAILORS

Sat 26 April 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £24

Ahoy there! You are invited to board the Sailorette and join the plentiful crew, The Old Time Sailors, for a night of footstomping, dancing and singing!

You will be sailing back to the 19th century for an immersive experience of traditional seafaring music performed in a way you have never seen before. The Motley Crew and their plethora of traditional and eclectic instruments will take you back to the time of clashing tankards, and drunken debauchery, as they perform centuries old folk and shanty songs.

Fancy dress is encouraged, so pull out your best seafaring garments me hearties and join the festivities.

IN OTHER WORDS

Mon 28 April 7.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £14

They call it ‘the incident’ now. What happened when they first met. He always said it was part of his ‘romantic plan’ but they both know that’s rubbish.

Connected by the music of Frank Sinatra, this intimate, humorous, and deeply moving drama examines the power of music, memory, and the nature of enduring love.

Matthew Seager’s five star, 4x Moliere Award-winning drama has now been seen by over 300,000 people in multiple languages across the globe.

Explores themes associated with advanced stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. There will also be some flashing lights.

KIELL SMITHBYNOE & FRIENDS

Kool Story Bro

Thu 1 May 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £28 I 16+

Star of Taskmaster, Ghosts and The Great British Sewing Bee, Kiell SmithBynoe is heading out on tour with an all-star cast of comedians and some very special guests to turn stories from the audience into completely improvised comedy scenes.

Fresh from sold-out shows in Edinburgh, London and Brighton, Kool Story Bro is the unmissable improvised comedy show that spins unscripted sketches out of the audience’s weirdest and wildest anecdotes. Together with a surprise celebrity host, these “world-class improvisers” (Corr Blimey) are about to create a totally unique and utterly ridiculous show from scratch.

Kiell will be joined by members of Kool Story Bro’s rotating cast of improvisers.

TIM RICE

My Life In Musicals, I Know Him So Well

Fri 2 May 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £39.50

Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, returns with his extraordinary live musical theatre event: My Life In Musicals, I Know Him So Well.

The show will see Tim reflect on his illustrious career, sharing anecdotes behind the songs, along with stories of his life, and live performances from the wonderful catalogue of songs that are synonymous with his name. Musical accompaniment will be from an array of some of the UK’s leading West End singers and musicians, featuring songs from Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Chess and the Disney productions The Lion King and Aladdin, and more.

MC HAMMERSMITH

Sat 3 May 8pm UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £17 I 16+

MC Hammersmith is the world’s leading freestyle rapper to emerge from the ghetto of middle-class West London. He presents an evening of improvised comedy raps based on your suggestions.

Featuring brand-new routines for 2025, you’ll leave astounded at the speed of his brain, the spontaneity of his punchlines, and the stability of his upbringing.

As heard on BBC Radio 4, as seen on Beta Squad and tour support for Jason Manford and John Bishop.

“STOMACH-ACHINGLY FUNNY RAPS” EdFringeReview.com

“AN IMPROVISED HIP HOP MASTERPIECE” VoiceMag.uk

DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS

Sat 3 May 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £21.50 I 18+

VIP package from £31.50

The legendary Discos For Grown Ups disco party is coming to Northampton for an incredible boogie night to remember!

Get glittered up for a fun, fab and feel-good night of dancing with people your own age to the best ever ’70s disco, ’80s pop and ’90s dance floor classics!

Dance to all your favourite classics from Donna Summer, Human League, Chic, Black Box, Sister Sledge, Chaka Khan, ABBA, Madonna, Erasure, Bee Gees, Candi Staton, Faithless and many more… Dance along to an amazing light and laser show with our glitter ball stage dancers.

Free glow sticks and retro sweets for everyone. Dress code – Disco Glamour

FOR THE LOVE OF RUGBY LIVE

Mon 5 May 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £32

Meet & Greet +£45 I 16+

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole’s podcast For The Love Of Rugby is coming to Northampton. Ben is a scrum-half so he’s spent most of his 127 games chatting away to teammates, opposition and referees. His mate Dan is still in the England squad and has cult hero status thanks to his no-nonsense approach to most of life’s events.

They’ve spent 20 years together at Leicester Tigers, toured together for the British and Irish Lions, and now podcast together every week. They’ll bring you their ultimate guide to rugby’s biggest games, give a behind the scenes tour of Twickenham, and tell you what really happens inside an England camp.

BRIAN BILSTON AND HENRY NORMAL

Tue 6 May 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £21.50 I 14+

Brian Bilston and Henry Normal appear together for the first time in a show which one critic has described as ‘two people reading some poems’.

Along the way, they will be drawing on their vast catalogue of crowd favourites – and throwing in new poems, to prevent becoming their own tribute bands.

Brian Bilston has been described as the Banksy of poetry and Twitter’s unofficial Poet Laureate. Henry Normal is a writer, poet, TV and film producer, founder of the Manchester Poetry Festival. Not ones to overpromise, Brian and Henry are prepared to commit to delivering the greatest poetry show in the history of the world: an evening of poems to be enjoyed, not endured.

KANE BROWN

Don’t Listen To Me

Fri 9 May 8pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £19.50 I 16+

Fearlessly hilarious delivery combined with honesty and sincerity. Kane Brown is 19 years in the game, has performed around the world, has opened for Guz Khan on his UK Tour, can be seen on Man Like Mobeen (Netflix), Deepfake (Channel 4), She’s the One (Amazon) and heard on his hit Podcast, Rated 18.

“Kane Brown commands the comedy stage with an irresistible blend of warm, charismatic allure and electrifying, razor-sharp truth. His magnetic presence and seamless delivery captivate audiences, leaving them in fits of laughter and craving more. You haven’t truly experienced a comedy show until you’ve attended a Kane Brown performance. Kane Brown is the comedian’s comedian.” –

Mo Gilligan

RICHARD HERRING Can I Have My Ball Back?

Sat 10 May 7.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £23.50 I 16+

In 2021 Richard Herring went to his GP to find out why his right ball seemed to be growing bigger. It turned out that he had testicular cancer and one month later he was lying in hospital waiting to have his murderous gonad removed. Would he survive? (No spoilers!).

For a comedian who had done a whole show on male genitalia (Talking Cock) and written a book about toxic masculinity (The Problem With Men) this felt like some cruel trick of fate.

Richard talks bollocks and answers the question on everyone’s lips: Is a severed gonad in a jar a fitting prize to bring in for Taskmaster?

AHIR SHAH Ends

Sat 10 May 7.30pm UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £19.50 I 14+

Ahir Shah presents his awardwinning stand-up show Ends. The show spans six decades, three generations, and two continents, synthesising past and present in search of hope for the future. It’s funnier than it sounds, honestly. Loads of absolutely cracking gags. Ends was first performed at the Edinburgh Fringe, winning the 2023 Sky Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show. Since then, Ends enjoyed five sold-out weeks at London’s Soho Theatre, and has been performed at the prestigious Royal Court Theatre and the Netflix Is A Joke Festival in Los Angeles. He’s now finally able to take it on tour, and he’s very much looking forward to it. You should come, it’ll be good.

SCOTT’S SHOWCASES

Sun 11 May 6pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £15

From Our Community

Scott’s Showcases offer local communities the chance to perform in regional theatres across the country, giving everyone the spotlight they truly deserve.

From primary to secondary, dance schools to drama groups Scott's Showcases allow communities to come together, create showstopping pieces, support one another and share the stage for a performance to remember.

Do not miss this exciting evening of musical theatre and dance performed by talent from across the UK.

SCOTT BRADLEE’S

JUKEBOX

Wed 14 May 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £35.50

Retro musical collective

Postmodern Jukebox (PMJ) bring their Magic & Moonlight World Tour to Northampton. Concertgoers can expect to

SOLD OUT

ROB BECKETT

Giraffe

Thu 15 May 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £32 I 16+

enter a parallel musical universe where modern-day earworms and iconic pop hits alike are reimagined in classic genres like 1920s jazz, Swing, Doo-wop and Motown, and brought to life by a cast of some of the world’s best singers, dancers, and instrumentalists. Think The Great Gatsby meets Sinatra at the Sands meets Back To The Future

This rare concert act appeals across generations. Dress vintage, for the full effect!

Yes! Bobby Beckles is back on tour. Smashing the life out of the M25, M1, M5 and any other road that’s in my way. From Bromley to Brisbane, my new show Giraffe is going worldwide.

Expectations on me: put on 3 stone from takeaways and post-show drinking.

Expectations of you: leave the gig happier than when you arrived. My wife thinks it’s going to be tough for me to be away from the family and don’t get me wrong, I do love my children/podcast content providers… but I also enjoy a lie-in and a hotel buffet breakfast. I think I’ll cope.

SHOOT FROM THE HIP

Fri 16 May 7pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £27 I 14+

Shoot From The Hip bring their award-winning, TikTokviral improvised comedy to Northampton!

Featuring chaotic games, epic scenes, and ever-so-slightly unhinged performances, their Metro, Evening Standard, and Time Out-recommended shows are completely unscripted, unpredictable – and unforgettable.

HHHHH “PITCHED TO PERFECTION […] GO AND SEE THEM, AND WEAR WATERPROOF MASCARA” Reviews Hub

HHHHH “JAW-ACHINGLY FUNNY” Bookmarks and Stages

BRB2 Birmingham

Royal Ballet

Sat 17 May 2.30pm & 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £12

BRB2, Birmingham Royal Ballet‘s second company, embarks on its third UK tour this May.

Described as “pinsharp and personality laden” by The Daily Telegraph, BRB2 brings together some of the world’s very best young dancers, the international stars of the future, to share their incredible talent. Building on their exciting visits of the last two years, the now annual visit from BRB2 is important to us as a spectacular highlight to the season.

Carlos Acosta has created a brand-new gala production for this year, featuring highlights from the repertory of Serge Diaghilev’s troupe of rebel dancers, musicians and designers who fled Russia to set a new standard in creativity that inspires and resonates across the world of dance to this day.

Repertory includes The Firebird, Spectre de la Rose, Les Sylphides and Scheherazade.

NC JAZZ

Karen Sharp Trio +1

Sat 17 May 8pm

Underground

Tickets from £22

The multi-award-winning saxophonist has joined forces with two of the UK's premier jazz artists, Simon Thorpe and Colin Oxley together with special guest Darren Beckett. Their music reflects a shared love of creative interplay and improvisation together with a deep respect for the jazz tradition demonstrated with exquisite tunes by the likes of Steve Swallow, Bill Evans, Jobim, Jim Hall and Simon Thorpe.

In 2018 Karen, Simon and Colin recorded their first album together, Another Place. They have been performing regularly ever since, both as a trio and with augmented ensembles always keen to explore new and exciting routes through jazz material from the past and present.

Karen Sharp – Saxes/Bass Clarinet, Simon Thorpe – Double Bass, Colin Oxley – Guitar, Darren Beckett - Drums

LEVISON WOOD

Walking The World

Sat 17 May 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £32

Join Levison Wood, the worldrenowned explorer, best-selling author and TV presenter, as he embarks on his fifth UK theatre tour. This brand-new show will celebrate the human spirit and the transformative power of travel, with captivating stories from Levison’s remarkable adventures over the past 20 years, from the icy landscapes of the Himalayas to the scorching deserts of Arabia.

Walking the World: A Life of Exploration and Adventure will inspire both seasoned travellers and those dreaming of their first journey.

Don’t miss the chance to experience the world through the eyes of one of our most intrepid adventurers.

AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE

Cabaret

Sun 18 May 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £30 I 18+

Roll up, roll up… the UK’s longestrunning burlesque show is back with a thrilling new twist!

This ultimate variety show blends stylish cabaret, comedy, music, and burlesque into a spectacular extravaganza of glitz and glamour. Featuring dazzling showgirls, specialty cabaret artists, and stars of the stage and screen, this is a night of sophistication and stunning performances.

Expect fun, feathers, and fabulous costumes as we showcase the finest selection of specialty artistes, comedians, and champagne showgirls. With its blend of cabaret charm and burlesque allure, this sensational show promises a uniquely seductive experience that redefines variety for the 21st century.

NMPAT

Big Sing

Wed 21 – Thu 22 May

6.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets £10

From Our Community

Northamptonshire

Music and Performing Arts Trust presents a celebration of our singing heroes, featuring a massed primary school choir formed from schools across Northamptonshire.

NICK MOHAMMED

Is Mr. Swallow In Show Pony

Fri 23 May 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £29 I 16+

After a sell-out 2023 UK tour and West End run, Taskmaster loser Nick Mohammed returns as his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow.

Show Pony has been described by Mr. Swallow as “payback for everyone who didn’t come to the last tour” and will cover everything from not having his own sitcom to not having his own sitcom… and everything in between (critical race theory). As per – expect magic, music and a whole load of brand new mistakes.

Nick Mohammed is one of the UK’s most celebrated comedians, actors and writers. His previous Mr. Swallow shows include Dracula, Houdini and A Christmas Carol-ish… alongside his first UK tour The Very Best & Worst of Mr. Swallow

THE SHIRES

Sat 24 May 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £37

On this intimate acoustic tour, the UK’s biggest country music export The Shires will be performing all their classic tracks.

The Shires' achievements speak for themselves: three consecutive UK Top 3 albums, four number one UK Country albums, 100 million+ streams, two Gold-certified records, and countless sold-out headline shows, including filling the prestigious Royal Albert Hall.

Their authenticity has seen them embraced by the Nashville scene, leading to two CMA Awards, touring highlights including C2C Festival and shows as guests to Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, The Corrs and more.

NATHAN CATON

My Big Fat Blasian Wedding

Sat 24 May 7.30pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £18.50 I 16+

Nathan Caton is an award-winning comedian as seen on Live At The Apollo, Russell Howard’s Good News and BBC R4’s Can’t Tell Nathan Caton Nothing…

It’s official. Nathan’s married and off the market – sorry ladies… and gentlemen! What should’ve been the happiest time of his life turned out to be the most stressful and expensive time ever. The end result? Well, it was either therapy or turn it into comedy. Nathan chose the latter…

Nathan is one of the most exciting young comedians on the scene. Gigging since the age of 19, he has established himself both as a circuit headliner, and a name on TV and radio.

RUDE SCIENCE

Wed 28 May 11.30am & 3pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £19

The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world.

Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. On the surface it’s a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculumdriven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science.

Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins.

Stef is the high-octane presenter of 20 TV series (five for CBBC) and award-winning author of 12 books (including Rude Science) He’s internationally renowned for his world-class science stage shows.

EARTHQUAKES IN LONDON

by Mike Bartlett

Thu 29 & Sat 31 May 2.30pm

Fri 30 May 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £10

Earthquakes in London by Mike Bartlett follows three sisters — Sarah, Freya, and Jasmine — as they navigate family, politics, and personal struggles against an impending climate crisis. Their estranged father, a climate scientist, warns of a bleak future, forcing them to confront their choices. Spanning decades, this gripping drama explores responsibility, rebellion, and resilience. A thought-provoking call to action, it challenges us to consider our impact.

Presented by 3rd Year BA

Acting students, University of Northampton at Royal & Derngate.

A DREAM

by Chris Bush

Thu 29 & Sat 31 May 7.30pm

Fri 30 May 2.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £10

A Dream by Chris Bush reimagines Shakespeare’s iconic characters in the chaos of a modern hospital. Romeo and Jules recover from an overdose, Antony and Cleo reminisce in the waiting room, and Beatrice and Benedict bicker over surgery. As night falls, Pharmacist Puck’s meddling sparks a whirlwind of mischief and mistaken identities. A lively, song-filled comedy, it brings Shakespearean chaos to the present day.

Presented by 3rd Year BA

Acting students, University of Northampton at Royal & Derngate.

CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD

Revelations – Songs Boys Don’t Sing

Fri 30 May 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £37

Meet & Greet and VIP packages from £52

Craig Revel Horwood is a national treasure. The longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing is the master of the Glitter Ball. After starting as a dancer, he worked on the nation’s biggest musicals and became a choreographer, director, and best-selling author. Craig’s also a remarkable singer, and to celebrate the release of his debut solo album, Revelations, he’ll reveal his own, hidden talent during a Fab-U-Lous night of big songs, tall tales, and glamour.

RPO Tchaikovsky’s Sixth Symphony

Sat 31 May 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £27

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra return, under the baton of Antonello Manacorda. They are joined by RPO artist-in-residence, violinist Johan Dalene, to perform Mendelssohn’s deeply romantic Violin Concerto

The concert is bookended by favourites from Mozart and Tchaikovsky, opening with the instantly recognisable overture from Mozart’s enchanting opera The Magic Flute, and culminating with Tchaikovsky’s final masterpiece, his iconic Sixth Symphony.

Mozart Magic Flute Overture

Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

Tchaikovsky Symphony No.6 ‘Pathétique’

SALLY-ANNE HAYWARD Egg Shortage

Sat 31 May 8pm UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £15 I 16+

Sally’s approaching a certain age. No need for numbers – but getting sweaty at night no longer involves someone else having to be there. So is she worried about being ‘Over the Hill’? Well not enough to stop her rolling playfully down the other side. Join her for hilarious tales of dating apps, fragile neighbours, and trying to hold in farts on a yoga retreat.

Known for Tell Teresa (BBC Radio Ulster), The Blame Game (BBC NI) and Elephant in the Room (BBC Radio 4).

D-DAY DARLINGS

Tue 3 June 7.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £26

The D-Day Darlings present their brand new show, celebrating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day! Following on from a standout year commemorating D-Day 80 with a string of notable appearances including; The One Show, Lorraine and on ITV’s D-Day 80 concert at The Royal Albert Hall, the nation’s premiere wartime inspired group are back on tour by popular demand with their sensational celebration show. Featuring music from their much-anticipated brand new album When The Lights Go On Again, expect an uplifting tribute to hope and heroes.

A sensational celebration show for all the family marking VE Day 80. Not to be missed!

Royal & Derngate Orchestral Season in association with

JENNY ECLAIR

Jokes, Jokes, Jokes

Sun 8 June 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £27 I 14+

In celebration of the release of her hilarious memoir, comedian, novelist, and professional show-off Jenny Eclair presents her brandnew autobiographical show.

From drama school (mostly drinking cider and eating sausage rolls), sleeping with men who looked like they lived under a carpet, punk poetry, anorexia, bedsit misery, waitressing and not really having a clue about anything, to being the first woman to win the Perrier Award, becoming a mother, author, grumpy old woman, podcaster and nana!

Still gigging to sell-out crowds forty years later, Jenny invites you to look back at what she can remember before she forgets everything. Warning, punk poetry, animal impressions and baritone nursery rhyme singing may feature.

….EARNEST?

Mon 9 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £21.50

The Edinburgh Fringe smash-hit …Earnest? arrives in Northampton following rave reviews ahead of an eagerly awaited West End run.

When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue and an actual audience member is chosen to star in the show. What follows is a madcap medley of impromptu games and spontaneous solutions as the desperate director does his best to keep this faithful production going. With the script ripped up and rewritten, can the show reach its fabulous finale, just as Oscar Wilde intended?

This one-of-a-kind comedy sensation is completely different, completely chaotic, and completely Wilde every single night.

RUSSELL KANE HyperActive

Thu 12 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £32 I 14+

Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor and author Russell Kane is out on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and “storming physical comedy” (Mail on Sunday).

The brand-new tour comes with a safety warning: wear strong underwear –pants will be spoiled. Russell is high-energy, high-octane, and hyper-active!

“FIERCE, FUNNY AND HEARTFELT… A THRILLING REMINDER OF WHAT COMEDY CAN DO” - The Guardian

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

Fri 13 June 8pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £37

Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to Royal & Derngate.

Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time. Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

YESTERDAY ONCE MORE

The Carpenter's Songbook

Sat 14 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £26

The story of The Carpenters is one of career highs, heartbreaks and music that touched the world. Get ready to relive the magic of their legacy with the ultimate homage to the two siblings who changed the musical landscape forever.

For over two decades, Toni Lee has been performing Karen Carpenter tunes with incredible accuracy throughout the UK and beyond. Yesterday Once More – The Carpenters Songbook is the most recent production featuring a full band steeped in Carpenters musical nuance and ready to bring an unforgettable night of nostalgia and heartfelt music, with hits including Rainy Days, Mondays, (They Long to Be) Close to You and of course, Yesterday Once More.

THE SEARCHERS

Thank You Tour

Sun 15 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £31.50

Retirement does not come easy for The Searchers. Thus far they have completed no fewer than three ‘final’ tours. That was to be it, no more. But Never Say Never has been their motto and only something very special could change their minds. Well, just such a thing has happened.

They will include many of their long list of successes such as Sweets For My Sweet, Sugar & Spice, Needles & Pins, What Have They Done To The Rain?, Love Potion Number 9, Don`t Throw Your Love Away, and so many more.

MAYHEW

YOUTH DANCE COMPANY

Sun 15 June 6.30pm ROYAL

Tickets from £20

From Our Community

The Mayhew Youth Dance Company return to the Royal stage with a varied programme of classical and contemporary works. This young dynamic company shine in a mixture of established repertoire and new choreography created specifically for the company.

With a wealth of young talent on show, this production will appeal to all lovers of dance.

LORD WHAT FOOLS THESE MORTALS BE

Mon 16 June 7pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £11

From Our Community

Silhouette Youth, Northampton Academy, Kingsthorpe Secondary and Manor Secondary come together to present ‘Lord what fools these mortals be’. We are all proud to be part of the Royal Shakespeare Company Associate Schools programme and we have created an original piece of work based on comedic scenes from some of Shakespeare’s best loved plays.

Come and spend an evening with us as we explore the madness of mortals!

STEVE STEINMAN’S LOVE HURTS

Power Ballads & Anthems

Thu 19 June 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £35.50

From the producers of Anything For Love and Vampires Rock and starring Steve Steinman, this brandnew show features a powerhouse cast of amazing singers and seven piece live band.

You are guaranteed the night of your life, rocking out to some of the greatest power ballads and anthems of all time!

Includes tracks from Fleetwood Mac, Heart, Whitesnake, Aerosmith, Tina Turner, Cutting Crew, Foreigner, REO Speedwagon, Rainbow, Van Halen, Europe, Air Supply and many more.

QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

A Tribute

To Whitney Houston

Fri 20 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £25

10th Anniversary Tour Queen Of The Night – A Tribute To Whitney Houston is a celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.

Experience the ultimate tribute to Whitney’s remarkable musical repertoire in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.

The show includes all-time hits such as I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, I Will Always Love You, and many more.

Join us for an unmissable evening as we pay homage to the one and only queen of the night.

GUENTHER STEINER

Unfiltered Live

Sat 21 June & Mon 7 July

7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £36

Meet & Greet package £100. Book add-on +£22

Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areasaccess conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive.

Following his sell-out 2024 tour and hot off the release of his latest book, Unfiltered, Formula 1’s favourite underdog is back on the road for his biggest tour ever as he takes us into the pit lanes and onto the circuits of the world’s greatest race tracks. Through this unique lens, he guides us on a thrilling rollercoaster ride through the heart of highstakes motor racing, sharing an unobstructed view of the pressures and exhilaration of high-speed competition.

UPFRONT COMEDY

Sun 22 June 8pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £14.50 I 16+

An Upfront Comedy special on Windrush Day, featuring globetrotting internet sensation Aurie Styla, wise and witty Brummie Jo Enright (ITV’s The Job Lot), sharp and clever Gbemi Oladipo (The Stand Up Sketch Show ITV) and rising star Lovell Smith. Hosted by comedian turned Teletubbie John Simmit.

JUKEBOX IDOLS

Sun 22 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £27

Meet & Greet package £60

Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova and the platinum-selling vocal harmony group The Overtones have announced they will star together in a brand-new show for 2025 called Jukebox Idols

From the producers of the West End smash hit Rip It Up 60s, Jukebox Idols will feature non-stop hits from the jukebox idols of the past and present, brought to life with show-stopping dance routines.

Featuring classic hits from the likes of Nat King Cole, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, The Bee Gees, The Backstreet Boys, Take That and Bruno Mars, amongst many others.

VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS

English Chamber Orchestra

Fri 27 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £17

Join the English Chamber Orchestra for an exquisite programme featuring classic hits from the Baroque and Classical eras .

Directed by Leader Stephanie Gonley, transport yourself through the seasons with Vivaldi’s iconic Four Seasons – a breathtaking journey from the icy chill of winter to the warmth of summer. The programme also includes Bach’s Concerto for Oboe and Violin, Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and Handel’s Concerto Grosso No.11.

Whether you’re a lifelong classical aficionado or new to the genre, this concert promises to leave you captivated by the beauty and power of live orchestral music. Royal & Derngate Orchestral Season in association with

NC JAZZ

Nigel Price Organ Trio

Saturday 28 June 8pm

UNDERGROUND

Tickets from £22

The Nigel Price Organ Trio, nominated for the 2021 Parliamentary Jazz Award for Best Ensemble (they won in 2010) and winners of the 2016 British Jazz Award for Best Small Group will be playing selections from their vast back catalogue as well as the recently released and critically acclaimed album It’s On!

Nigel is known for his clear, no nonsense, driving approach to jazz guitar and has steadily become one of the UK’s foremost exponents of the instrument.

Ross Stanley is not only one of the greatest ever UK musicians, he also plays a real B3 Hammond Organ complete with 2 Leslie speakers.

Joel Barford is the man of the moment and has been causing a stir across the UK and further afield with his incredible drumming ability.

Together they form perhaps the most hard hitting, dynamic and exciting jazz groups on the scene today.

NORTHAMPTON OPERA GROUP

Sat 28 June 7.30pm

ROYAL

Tickets from £22

From Our Community

Northampton Opera Group returns to the Royal to celebrate the life and work of the greatest of opera composers, Giuseppe Verdi — an evening to match the operatic opulence of the Theatre itself. With well-loved tunes ranging from grand choruses to heartbreaking arias, this new show contains something for everyone.

Pianist and conductor Phillip Thomas (Cardiff Singer of the World accompanist) leads a cast of local and international singers in a delicious medley of irresistible operatic favourites. International soprano Linda Richardson is joined by a hand-picked local chorus and rising young stars from around the county. Whether you love to sing or just love to listen, please join us for this summer celebration of the greatest of Verdi’s vocal music.

GUS BAND

Wallace & Gromit

Sun 29 June 2pm & 5pm ROYAL

Tickets from £22

Join the GUS Band as they play the live soundtrack alongside the Oscarwinning Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers! Including a short concert of other family friendly tunes that everyone will love!

A mysterious penguin, a pair of automated techno-trousers and a daring diamond robbery are centre stage as Wallace and Gromit have to utilise all of their daring and ingenuity in this fast-moving comedy thriller, all leading up to a hilarious climax – a train chase around Wallace’s living room!

Perfect for all ages, this is a one-ofa-kind experience you won’t want to miss.

WALK RIGHT BACK

The Everly Brothers’ Story

Sun 29 June 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £27.50

Immerse yourself in a wave of pure rock and roll nostalgia with Walk Right Back! Presented by the creators of That’ll Be The Day, this show recounts the tale of those two Kentucky boys who created unparalleled vocal magic – The Everly Brothers.

Brace yourself for a thrilling journey from their roots in Kentucky to their glorious reunion at London’s Royal Albert Hall, boasting signature guitar riffs and those unforgettable harmonies, and featuring smashhits like Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie and All I Have To Do Is Dream, each rendition performed with infectious energy and capturing the heartfelt essence of The Everly Brothers.

NMPAT THE FESTIVAL

Tue 17 & Wed 18 June 7pm

Tickets from £12 (students and children £10)

From Our Community

This event provides a unique opportunity to showcase and celebrate the talents, skills and boundless enthusiasm of young people from across Northamptonshire.

By working in partnership with NMPAT, we are proud to bring a truly memorable experience to the audience.

SUMMER FESTIVAL OF MUSIC New Generation

Sun 6 July 12 noon

Tickets from £10

From Our Community

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts

Trust presents an opportunity to share inspiration and aspiration with our junior ensembles – County Junior Orchestra, NMPAT Singers, County Junior Brass Ensemble, Jazz 3, County Junior Strings, County Junior Wind Orchestra

SUMMER FESTIVAL OF MUSIC Second Generation

Sun 6 July 6pm

Tickets from £10

From Our Community

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts

Trust presents the end of year showcase for our training ensembles, the second generation of county music students – County Training Wind Orchestra, Guitarlactica, County Training Brass Band, Jazz 2, County Training Orchestra.

RED HOT AND READY!

Dianne & Vito

Wed 2 July 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £54.50

Meet & Greet package

£109.50

2024 Strictly Come Dancing winner Dianne Buswell and 2023 winner Vito Coppola have come together to light up the stages across the country this summer with their sizzling new show Dianne & Vito: Red Hot And Ready!

The dynamic duo bring their talent and passion to Red Hot And Ready! – a dance show-with-a-difference created by BAFTA Award recipient and world-renowned choreographer Jason Gilkison

Together with a cast of multi-disciplined Burn The Floor dancers from around the world, fan favourites Dianne and Vito bring you the ultimate high-voltage dance extravaganza. Ready Hot And Ready! explodes with jaw-dropping choreography, beautiful story-telling, heart-pounding music and breath-taking moves, all celebrating the pure joy of dance.

SOUNDS OF THE ‘60S LIVE

Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

Wed 9 July 7.30pm DERNGATE

Tickets from £32

An evening of ‘60s classics performed by the Sounds Of The ’60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2’s legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE. The show features stories and songs from the most loved decade. Every week, more than a million people tune in to BBC Radio 2 to hear Tony Blackburn wax lyrical about the biggest stars of the ’60s.

CIRQUE

The Greatest Show –Reimagined

Thu 10 July 7pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £31

Cirque – The Greatest Show has been Reimagined and is back for 2025 – bigger, bolder, and more electrifying than ever!

Get ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts, taking the original Circus meets Musical Theatre spectacle to thrilling new heights.

Experience iconic West End showstoppers paired with aweinspiring circus acts showcasing their breathtaking feats of agility.

This all-new production promises to transport you on a vibrant, kaleidoscopic journey bursting with colour, energy, and excitement.

Featuring stunning vocalists and world-class circus performers, this family-friendly extravaganza is a must-see for 2025!

DANCING SCHOOLS UK

Sat 12 July 10am, 2pm & 6pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £20.50

From Our Community

Join us for the toe-tapping Grand Final of Dancing Schools UK running by Step by Step Dance School Ltd

This is the 12th year of this fabulous Ballroom and Latin dance event designed to encourage school children from across the region to have a try at dancing and nurture team work. From its early days as Strictly Junior, the show has now evolved to Dancing Schools UK and seen over 3000 children having braved the stage, stepped out into the spotlight and done something they never thought they would do – dance in front of hundreds of people.

In this Grand Final, finalists of the regional school heats across Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire will compete against each other to win the coveted Dancing Schools UK title and Glitter Ball trophy.

LIMELIGHT Showstoppers Part 2

Sun 13 July 1pm & 5pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £18

From Our Community

Limelight Theatre School are back once again with another fabulous show. The incredible pupils will be showcasing their amazing talents in this exciting production. This fast-paced show will feature even more songs and dances from all your favourite West End and Broadway Shows. So get your Jazzhands ready as we present Showstoppers Part 2

THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME

Top Hat Theatre School

Sun 20 July 12pm & 5pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £18

From Our Community

For the very first time at Royal & Derngate, join us for There's No Place Like Home, our spectacular End of Year Show!

Experience an unforgettable journey as our talented students take to the stage with passion, energy, and outstanding performances in dance, singing, and acting.

From our youngest rising stars to our most accomplished performers, this show is a true celebration of theatre, creativity, and dedication at Top Hat Theatre School

Don’t miss this inspiring showcase of talent and hard work!

ANTON & GIOVANNI

Together Again

Mon 21 July 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £54

The nation’s favourite double act, Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice, are Together Again in 2025 with a brand new show.

Anton & Giovanni – Together Again is going to be the smash-hit tour of the summer… More fun, more dance, more song, and even more entertainment than ever before! The show will be an enthralling experience for all ages, showcasing the duo’s incredible talents and irresistible chemistry on stage.

With a collection of breathtaking routines, stunning choreography, and a seamless blend of Ballroom, Latin, and Musical Theatre, Anton & Giovanni – Together Again is guaranteed to be an unforgettable show full of entertainment.

ROYAL LIVERPOOL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

Sat 26 July 7.30pm

DERNGATE

Tickets from £17

Smetana Overture, The Bartered Bride

Dvořák Cello Concerto Brahms Symphony No.4

Conductor Kristian Sallinen

Cello Guy Johnston

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

The bridge is love: far from his homeland, Dvořák heard of the death of his childhood sweetheart and poured his heart and soul into a Cello Concerto that burns with sorrow,

tenderness and beauty. Kristian Sallinen conducts a concert that begins under the summer skies of Smetana’s joyous Czech comedy and ends in heroic style with the mighty final symphony by Dvořák’s greatest musical friend

– Johannes Brahms

Royal & Derngate Orchestral Season in association with

Get Involved

YOUNG COMPANY

Weekly performance groups for those aged 8 – 21 years Bursaries available

Royal & Derngate Young Company is a space for young people to learn theatre skills, have opportunities to make their own work, read and watch plays, and perform new work and plays commissioned especially for them.

They are currently working with The National Theatre on the Connections programme, performing onstage at Carnival 2025, creating their own devised stories inspired by their families and rehearsing for Boudica in the Royal Auditorium this July (see page 21)

"Being in the Young Company has really helped build my self-confidence and acting skills. To me, the young company is about teamwork and creating ideas that are unique and your own." Hana – Young Company

NEXTGEN

Non-performance groups for those aged 16 – 30 years

Bursaries available

The applause isn’t just for those treading the boards…

This group is for those eager to learn what goes on behind the scenes, with opportunities to develop their skills and careers in non-performing roles in the industry. We are currently running four NextGen groups with places available in each. Including:

Technical – Focuses on developing your skills in sound, lighting, stage management and design

Writer – Focuses on developing your playwriting and critical thinking skills.

Director - Focuses on developing your directing knowledge, style and skills.

"I always enjoy everything we do at Royal & Derngate, NextGen has inspired me to create a musical and built my confidence to write." Anthony - NextGen

NEXTGEN MASTERCLASSES

For those aged 14 – 21 years

FREE for NextGen participants

£5 for non-members

These masterclasses are one off sessions led by exciting industry leaders. Previous sessions have been led by Ciarán Cunningham renowned Lighting Designer.

Check our website for upcoming masterclasses.

"Our daughter loves Saturdays!! She has made so many new friends and it has been lovely to watch her confidence grow."

Carmel – Parent

TRISTAN BERNAYS Wed 4 June 6pm-8pm

A blank page can be both exhilarating and terrifying.

Join award-winning writer and performer Tristan Bernays in a playwriting workshop that will inspire you to put pen to paper. Tristan’s work has not only been performed at The Globe, Soho Theatre, Southwark Playhouse, Bush Theatre, National Theatre Studio and Classic Stage Company (NYC), from 18-19 July our Young Company will be performing his version of Boudica in the Royal.

To book your place please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk

For Our Community

THE ACTORS COMPANY

Mondays 7pm-9pm

Theatre making and performing for those over 21 years

Join our amateur acting group every Monday evening and take part in a fantastic range of workshops led by industry professionals and experts from various fields in the acting world. From ensemble building to voice coaching, we’ll help to develop your acting tool kit in a supportive and fun environment.

In addition to learning skills, The Actors Company offers the opportunity to put those skills to use with performances and sharings throughout the year.

The group are currently rehearsing for Jekyll & Hyde which will be in the Royal Auditorium in July (see page 21)

"Being in The Actors Company has been uplifting. I have learned many techniques for voice, characterisation, improvisation, ensemble and many more aspects of theatrical techniques. We work with different directors on very different projects which broaden our experience and expertise. The final bonus is creating friendships that will endure." Mo Shapiro

THE METTA PROJECT

Fridays 7pm-9pm

METTA is a performance art project which will engage and challenge black, male participants, aged 18-25 years old. This project, led by GMD Artistic Director Gerrard Martin is a space to challenge stereotypes and toxic masculinity via art and well-being practices, a space to form friendships and to develop creative skills and expression.

To find out more about this project contact getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk

ROYAL & DERNGATE COMMUNITY CHOIR

Thursdays 6.30pm-8pm

Singing and performing for those over 21 years

Our resident choir provides opportunities for members to develop their singing skills, to be part of live performances and to make new friends along the way. No experience is needed, just a passion for singing and for performance.

Led by Britain’s Got Talent finalist Gareth Fuller, the group explore different musical genres in weekly sessions and take part in productions, community performances and events such as the Christmas Lights Switch On or prematch performances at Franklin’s Gardens.

The group are currently rehearsing for a unique performance on a float at Northampton Carnival (see page 19), a performance supporting the Women’s Rugby World Cup and a spot during the Northampton Half Marathon!

To enquire or join any of Royal & Derngate’s community groups please contact getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk

"A year into my choir journey, joining the RDCC choir has not only improved my ability but has improved my mental health and is making me a better person." Chris

"Choir just makes everything feel better, no matter what you’re going through. It’s joy, it’s letting go, it’s connecting to each other. Singing together fulfils something deep in the soul and I love it." Sarah

Generate

Royal & Derngate’s artist development scheme Generate has been supporting the careers and the work of artists in this region for the last 12 years. We are delighted to launch the following new programmes, more details can be found on our website or email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk

ASSOCIATE ARTIST PROGRAMME

We are looking to support one emerging artist or company, one mid-career artist or company, and one producer over the next 18 months. The 18-month programme is tailored to each artist’s needs and will evolve over the placement. The support may include finance, space, mentorship and placements at GenFest

GENFEST

We are currently programming for the festival (16-21 November) and looking to support up to three scratch/ work-in-progress performances and two tour-ready performances. These must be new work and suitable for audiences in this region.

RESIDENCY PROGRAMME

This opportunity is for mid-career artists only. We have two weeks of space, a fee of £2,500 for you to utilise as you see fit to develop a piece of work, a dinner and some time with Artistic Director Jesse Jones and Associate Director Erica Martin. No strings, simply an opportunity to have time, space, conversation and funds to make your work.

NETWORKING

Our annual networking event takes place on Wed 24 September 6-7pm followed by Breaking The Code and a post-show discussion with cast and creatives. The first 30 artists receive a complimentary ticket.

To book email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk or contact our Box Office.

For Our Community

We are delighted to offer some support for these local groups at Royal & Derngate:

MIXED NETWORK NORTHANTS

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Join a community where your story is celebrated. Our monthly group is a safe haven for individuals navigating the complexities of mixed heritage. It’s a place where diverse cultures blend, personal experiences are shared, and understanding grows.

Sessions are a mix of in person and on-line for social and for formal meet ups.

These sessions provide a welcoming space to explore mixed-race identity through:

Open Conversations – Engage in meaningful discussions that delve into the nuances of mixed-race identity in an accepting environment.

Creative Expression – Explore various artistic outlets for self-reflection and personal storytelling.

Empowering Workshops – Gain insight from guest speakers and develop practical skills for resilience and self-advocacy.

Supportive Social Network – Connect with others who share similar experiences and challenges in a safe, understanding space.

For more information, please email chris@onebrownbear.co.uk.

WRITING DOESN’T HAVE TO BE LONELY

Monthly

Writing Doesn’t Have to Be Lonely was established in February 2018 as a monthly event for writers to hear their work at an early stage read by actors, led by Dan McGarry and Caroline Nash.

Whether it is something that has been written in the last couple of weeks, or a script that has been sitting in a drawer for a couple of years, we encourage emerging and established artists to bring their scripts along. These are then given out to actors and the work is performed to the audience.

Please email writingdhtbl@gmail.com to find out more about their organisation and attending.

"I found I was gaining the confidence to try my hand at writing in a safe, welcoming, and encouraging atmosphere." Group Member

EAST MIDLANDS ACTORS WORKSHOP

Every 3rd Tuesday of the month

An autonomous group who work together on a rotational basis, this group is for professional actors to hone their skills and become audition ready. You will receive professional guidance in a network of actors who share your passion and skill development.

Email eastmidlandsactorsworkshop@gmail.com for more information about their organisation and their sign up fees.

HOLLYWOOD HITS INDIE CINEMA

FIND US OFF DERNGATE NORTHAMPTON FILMHOUSE

Experience Northampton’s best-kept secret.

Northampton Filmhouse offers the discerning cinema-goer an affordable, unrivalled experience in Northampton.

Sit back in comfort in our luxury, reclining leather seats, and enjoy a range of drinks and snacks while you watch the best in

World, Independent, British, LGBTQIA+ and Mainstream cinema, right in the heart of Northampton.

Our line up also includes exclusive Parent & Baby screenings, discounted Silver Screen matinees for audiences who are aged 60+, captioned and Dementia-Friendly screenings, plus Audio Described and Audio Enhanced options for most titles through our free mobile app.

Join Our Business Club

Access Information

DEDICATED ACCESS BOX

OFFICE CONTACTS:

email: access@royalandderngate.co.uk

call: 01604 624811

text: 07825 427492

typetalk: 18001 0164 624811

ACCESS TICKETING SCHEME

By telling us about your specific needs and joining our Access Scheme, we can ensure that your tickets and seating are taken care of. Once registered, you will also be able to receive free or discounted tickets for your companion when you visit.

To apply, please contact the Box Office or visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk/access

ACCESSIBLE PARKING

There are Disabled/Blue Badge holders’ parking spaces to the front of Royal & Derngate in Albion Place surface car park (NN1 1UD). Disabled badge holders can park free along Derngate (NN1 1TY) and Guildhall Road (NN1 1DP) in permitted spaces.

BUILDING ACCESS

Royal & Derngate has level access into the building and into each auditorium, with wheelchair spaces in both. Please be aware that there is a steep hill to walk up from St John’s Car Park to the Main Entrance on Swan Street.

WHEELCHAIR USERS & MOBILITY SCOOTERS

If you are a wheelchair user or wish to transfer to a seat, please contact the Box Office so we can ensure that suitable seating is allocated. Should you need to use a mobility scooter to get to your seat, we can assist with a wheelchair we have for use in these instances. Scooters can be safely left outside the auditorium.

BUGGY PARK & BOOSTER SEATS

When you arrive, please speak to team member about our designated buggy park.

We have a limited number of Booster Seats available for children for a £1 hire fee. Alternatively, your car booster seat can be used. For more information, please contact the Box Office.

GETTING TO YOUR SEAT

Our dedicated Access Hosts wear orange ties so they stand out from the team. They are always on hand to assist anyone with mobility/additional needs

DERNGATE AUDITORIUM

• For the Stalls there are up to 16 steps up the auditorium, with level lift access for access patrons.

• For the Circle there are up to 20 steps up to the auditorium, with level lift access for access patrons.

• For the Upper Circle there are up to 35 steps up to the auditorium, with no lift access.

ROYAL AUDITORIUM

• For the Stalls there are 19 steps down to the auditorium, with lift access for access patrons.

• For the Circle there are up to 14 steps up to the rear of the auditorium with level lift access for access patrons.

• For the Upper Circle there are up to 36 steps up to the auditorium, with no lift access.

ASSISTANCE DOGS

Assistance Dogs are welcome. Water and free ‘doggy’ ice cream can be provided for all service dogs. If you wish to take your dog into the auditorium, please mention this when booking your ticket so a suitable seat can be assigned to you. Our Access Hosts are always happy to look after any Assistance Dogs. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate Emotional Support Animals/Dogs. For more information about our policy, please contact our Box Office.

ACCESSIBLE TOILETS & CHANGING FACILITIES

Accessible toilets and changing facilities are available in the main foyer. There is an adult changing facility with hoist located next to Underground 1&2, accessible by lift.

BROCHURE

Large Print versions are available on request by contacting the Box Office and an audio version can be found on our website. Please call Box Office on 01604 624811.

Please use the symbols throughout this brochure and the listings below for Access Enhanced Performances.

RELAXED

During these performances elements of the show are adapted to reduce anxiety and stress. Whilst the narrative of the show does not change, we make small adjustments to sound levels and special effects. Ideal for those on the autistic spectrum, younger audiences, those with learning difficulties, additional needs or those living with dementia and their carers.

There’s A Monster In Your Show Tues 22 April 2pm

Breaking The Code Sat 20 September 2.30pm

Mog’s Christmas Wed 17 December 2pm & Mon 29 December 10.30am

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan Sat 27 December 11am

CAPTIONED

At these performances large screens are positioned on either side of the stage and present the actors’ spoken words into visible text.

Breaking The Code Thu 25 September 2.30pm

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan Sun 21 December 1pm

Mog’s Christmas Mon 29 December 1pm

PRE-SHOW TOUCH TOURS

For many of our Audio-Described Performances, we offer a free Touch Tour. This is an opportunity to experience the stage up close. You will be able to explore and touch set pieces, props and costumes. Touch Tours last around 30 minutes and are for our blind and visually impaired customers. Spaces are limited so please speak to our Box Office team when booking your ticket to a performance.

Only Fools And Horses Wed 4 June 6.30pm

Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell Wed 16 July 6.30pm

Bat Out Of Hell Wed 17 September 6.30pm

Breaking The Code Wed 24 September 6.30pm

Death On The Nile Wed 5 November 6.30pm

Fawlty Towers Wed 19 November 6.30pm

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan Mon 17 December 5pm & Fri 28 December 12pm

Mog’s Christmas Wed 19 December 1pm

AUDIO DESCRIBED & AUDIO ENHANCED

These performances are described to audience members through headsets. The description is live and details all of the action that is taking place on stage. A 15-minute introduction before the performance describes the cast, character relationships, details about costume, set and any visual effects.

Only Fools And Horses Wed 4 June 7.30pm

Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell Wed 16 July 7.30pm

Bat Out Of Hell Wed 17 September 7.30pm

Breaking The Code Wed 24 September 7.30pm

Death On The Nile Wed 5 November 7.30pm

Fawlty Towers Wed 19 November 7.30pm

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan Mon 17 December 6pm & Fri 28 December 1pm

Mog’s Christmas Wed 19 December 2pm

Sennheiser Mobile Connect

We provide Sennheiser Mobile Connect, a Wi-Fi based audio enhancement system. This enables us to provide Audio Description for certain performances and Audio Enhancement all shows, which can be listened to using your own smartphone/tablet and headphones. Find out more at www.royalandderngate.co.uk/ sennheiser-mobile-connect

BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE (BSL) INTERPRETED

These performances have BSL interpretation throughout, delivered by an interpreter who stands to the right of the stage in a spotlight.

Only Fools And Horses Thu 5 June 7.30pm

Bat Out Of Hell Thu 18 September 7.30pm

Death On The Nile Thu 6 November 7.30pm

Fawlty Towers Thu 20 November 7.30pm

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan Tue 16 December 6pm & Wed 30 December

Mog’s Christmas Mon 22 December 1pm

Booking Information

BOX OFFICE OPENING HOURS

Box Office telephone lines are open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm. Our Box Office counter service is available Tuesday-Friday 12pm-6pm and Saturday 10am-6pm. If a performance is scheduled on Sunday or Monday our Counter will open no later than 1 hour before, and remain open until 15 minutes after the start of the last scheduled performance. If there are no performances we remain closed on a Sunday and Monday. We encourage customers to use cashless payment options in order to reduce contact at our bars and Box Office. We accept all major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay or Google Pay. We don’t accept American Express. You can also pay with National Theatre Tokens or Royal & Derngate gift vouchers.

DISCOUNTS/CONCESSIONS

Under 16s, Over 60s, Students, Job Seekers and Access Patrons may be able to claim a discount on their tickets. Please let us know if you are eligible for a concession at the time of booking and note that at some performances only certain types of concession may apply.

• Stage & Screen Members also often make savings on our regular ticket prices.

• For selected performances an allocation of tickets can be purchased at reduced prices by Groups, who also benefit from extended payment terms. For more information email group.bookings@ royalandderngate.co.uk or call 01604 620066

• Our Subscribe & Save packages offer reduced prices when booking for three or more shows – details on page 2.

• Only one discount can be applied per ticket and all discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.

• When booking performances that allow free entry for babies-in-arms, please inform Box Office how many you will be bringing. Age limits for free babies-inarms tickets can vary.

TICKET DELIVERY

Tickets can be sent electronically free of charge and may be printed at home or displayed on a smart phone upon entry. There is a £3 fee applicable to post your tickets to a UK address. We recommend that we do not post any tickets booked within 10 days of the performance, and

instead will hold them at the Box Office for collection and a £1 fee applies for this service.

TRANSACTION FEE

A non-refundable transaction charge of £4 applies to all bookings of £20 and over, except for Members, Access Patrons and Group Bookers. This charge is only applicable per transaction and not per ticket. 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. We will continue to tell you about these charges when you book tickets with us.

CONDITIONS OF SALE

Once purchased, tickets are non-refundable except where a show is cancelled or postponed. Ticket exchanges may be offered for the same production on payment of a small per ticket fee. For sold out shows we will accept returned tickets for re-sale up to 24 hours prior on the understanding that a gift voucher (less transaction fees) will be provided if the tickets are re-sold. Any tickets found to be sold via an unauthorised agent may be void without refund and the ticket holder refused entry.

When booking, customers now have the option to add refund protection to their tickets via a third-party provider, Booking Protect. This protects your ticket should you be unable to attend a show for reasons outside of your control such as illness. Please visit our website for full details on our conditions of sale.

STAYING IN TOUCH

Our Box Office and website will ask when you book if you wish to receive further information from us about Royal & Derngate’s events and activities. We will record your wishes and use them to inform what you receive from us in future. You can update these preferences at any time by accessing your account via our website or by calling Box Office. Full information on how we use your data can be found at www.royalandderngate.co.uk/privacy

Visitor Information

GETTING HERE

Royal & Derngate, 19-21 Guildhall Rd, Northampton NN1 1DP

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. Two more entrances are situated on Guildhall Road and on Derngate.

The Northampton Filmhouse is located adjacent to Royal & Derngate in Albion Place and can be accessed from Derngate.

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. The train station is a 15-minute walk from the theatre.

CAR PARKING

The closest car parks are St. John’s Multi-Storey Car Park and Albion Place Car Park. See the map for additional car parks. 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. For further information, including parking charges,please visit www.northampton.gov.uk/parking

RESPECTING EVERYONE IN OUR SPACES

We have introduced a new set of guidelines to encourage all of our visitors to be respectful and have the best possible time while attending our venues.

BE AN ALLY – Everyone deserves to feel valued and supported. Racism, homophobia, and other hateful behaviours have no place in our society, and will not be tolerated in our spaces.

BAG CHECKS – These keep everyone safe. Please make sure your bags are available so that we can check these quickly.

ENJOY THE SHOW – Be considerate of the performers and the people around you. We love to see you enjoy the shows; it’s why we do what we do. However, if behaviours become obstructive or create an unsafe environment, we will ask that they stop.

FORGET YOUR PHONE FOR A WHILE –Switch to silent. Please do not take pictures or film during performances.

EATING AND DRINKING – Super loud or smelly foods are best avoided in the theatres and cinema. Please don’t bring your own alcohol. It will be confiscated and you can collect it as you exit.

WHAT IF I’M LATE? – We might ask you to wait a few minutes until there’s a good point for you to go in.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

P1 St. John’s NN1 1HA 485 spaces

P2 Albion Place NN1 1UD 71 spaces

P3 Hazelwood Rd NCP NN1 1LG 37 spaces

P4 The Ridings NN1 2BT 55 spaces

P5 Commercial St. NN1 1PN 42 spaces

P6 Mayorhold NN1 3HA 1073 spaces

All details were correct at time of going to print. We reserve the right to make any alterations to the programme, performers, times, ticket prices and Box Office opening hours. All concessions are subject to availability and some may only be available for a limited period. All prices are subject to change. Proof of status will be required on the first purchase of a concessionary ticket and can be checked on any subsequent ticket purchase. 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. For full T&Cs see www.royalandderngate.co.uk/terms-conditions

STAGE & SCREEN MEMBERSHIP

Our memberships are designed to save you money and give you more. Whether you’re a theatre lover or film buff, there’s something for everyone, and with our Stage & Screen Membership you can enjoy the very best in entertainment from across both Royal & Derngate and Northampton Filmhouse.

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE

Our Director’s Circle memberships give you everything from the Stage & Screen Membership and more! Get closer to the action at the level that suits you, all of which include a donation as part of the membership fee to help us continue our ongoing charitable work.