Years of Memories
Celebrating 15 years of impact through our Get Involved programme
From being a young person acting in the first ever show at The Core to then come back as an artist for the last 11 years has been phenomenal. To support young people to deliver transferable skills and see a different way of viewing careers in the arts has been an honour.”
Participant and practitioner
For the first time, [our son] has found his placesomewhere he feels seen, valued, and confident. It’s the first group he’s ever asked to go back to, and that alone speaks volumes. We first discovered Project M through a past performance, and [he] was instantly drawn to the welcoming and friendliness of the young boys on stage. We knew then that this was where he was meant to be.”
Parent of participant
[My favourite memory of being involved at The Core was] working with an amazing group of writers, actors and directors. My writing felt real when I saw them perform my play.” Writer
It means so much to me to be able to give back to the community and foster the next generation of performers. More than that, it is just lovely for children to have a safe space to be creative - out from behind a desk, developing skills for life! Long live the arts!” Practitioner
[The Core] encouraged me to find my voice at this late stage!” Participant
Working with The Core has been both a joy and a privilege. Personally, I’ve been inspired by the passion and commitment of the team, and professionally, it’s deepened my understanding of the vital role that inclusive, community-rooted arts spaces play in nurturing talent.”
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by Luke Jerram
Wed 10 – Sun 21 September
Measuring an impressive seven metres in diameter, Luke Jerram’s GAIA provides a rare opportunity to experience a three-dimensional perspective of Earth on a grand scale. Internally lit and using detailed NASA imagery*, audiences are invited to wonder as they stand beneath this breathtaking sculpture suspended in The Core theatre.
GAIA evokes the Overview Effect, a term coined by author Frank White to describe the awe for our planet that astronauts feel when seeing Earth from space. It triggers an understanding of the interconnection of all life, and reminds us of our shared responsibility for taking care of the environment.
Enhancing the experience is a specially commissioned surround sound composition by BAFTA awardwinning composer Dan Jones, played alongside the installation.
Tickets from £1.50
For a full list of viewing times, visit www.thecorecorby.com/GAIA
GAIA has been created in partnership with the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Bluedot and the UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres. *The imagery for the artwork has been compiled from Visible Earth series, NASA.
Workshops and Events under GAIA
Space Descent
VR Experience
Thu 11 – Sun 21 September**
Tickets from £7, including entry to GAIA after the experience
**Times vary, please check our website or call the Ticket Office for more information
Sound Bath with Lulu Rose
Mon 15 September 6.30pm & 7.45pm
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Tickets from £10 Wondernest
Tue 16^ & Thu 18
September 4pm & 5pm
Tickets Child plus 1 adult £10; Additional tickets £6^^ | Suitable for ages 3-8 (4pm) and 9-12 (5pm)
^Tuesday workshops are created specifically for children with SEND and their families
^^Limited availability
Earth Music: A Concert Beneath GAIA
Wed 10 September 6pm & 8pm
Join OneOrchestra for an immersive, once-in-a-lifetime experience, featuring Michael Amadi on piano and vocals, accompanied by a 6-piece string section. In a program that reflects on themes of nature, universe and connection, made even more poignant by the presence of Jerram’s luminous Earth installation suspended above them, audiences can enjoy a mix of original works and cinematic arrangements that span from classical to contemporary, including Vivaldi, Beethoven, Coldplay and Hans Zimmer, and a stirring finale that brings the evening to an emotional close. This is not just a concert, it is a sensory experience.
Tickets from £23 THE THEATRE
Northants Sings Out Under GAIA
Fri 12 September 7pm
Join Northants Sings Out (NSO), Britain’s Got Talent 2024 finalists, as they perform beneath GAIA. Featuring 60 voices and led by musical director Gareth Fuller, this unique concert designed for Corby fuses gospel, pop, classical and cinematic soundscapes, plus jaw-dropping acapella moments.
GAIA After Dark in collaboration with NSO
Join us from 9pm or extend the magic of the main show, as we enjoy GAIA After Dark, accompanied by a genre-spanning world music DJ set.
Performance Tickets from £26
After Dark Tickets from £5 THE THEATRE
(Not available for After Dark)
The Adventures of Peregrine the Penguin
Sat 13 September 11am & 2pm
Peregrine the Penguin’s favourite thing to do is play with bubbles. One day he becomes lost after following the bubbles out of the zoo gates and embarks on a journey to find his way home with the help of a variety of characters. Featuring original songs, puppetry and sensory moments, this inclusive and interactive performance is presented with spoken word and signing making it accessible to all. Created for people of all ages with SEND and families with children aged 18 months to 7 years, the experience ends with Peregrine guiding the audience to view GAIA.
Tickets from £8 (Conc. £5); Family £20 for 4 THE LAB
Common Ground: A Celebration Of World Cultures
Fri 19 September 7.30pm
Inspired by the lived experience of The Core’s diverse community panel, Common Ground brings together musicians from a cross section of communities and cultures represented in Corby for a celebratory evening of song and dance under GAIA.
Led by multi-instrumentalists and dance group Folk Dance Remixed, expect a lively evening of great music, dance and poetry, and a coming together to celebrate all that is brilliant about our varying cultures around the world.
Tickets from £14 (Conc. £12) THE THEATRE
What’s On
Father JC’s Holy
Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club
Fri 26 September 8pm
Our comedy club nights are back for the Autumn and starting with a bang! So get your mates together for an evening of stand-up from some of the best comics on the touring circuit.
This month’s line up includes:
Alistair Barrie
Tamar Broadbent
Raj Poojara
Compère: Brendan Dempsey
Tickets from £14 (Conc. £12)
THE LAB I Suitable for ages 16+
Black Is The Color Of My Voice
Sun 28 September 7pm
Performed by Florence Odumosu
Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play is inspired by the life of Nina Simone and features many of her most iconic songs performed live.
Black Is The Color Of My Voice follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the civil rights movement.
“MOVING PORTRAYAL OF DETERMINATION AND SURVIVAL.” HHHH Times
“NOTHING SHORT OF SENSATIONAL… WILL MAKE YOU CHEER FOR HER, SMILE WITH HER AND THEN STING YOUR EYES WITH TEARS” HHHHH Broadway Baby
“ODUMOSO HOLDS THE AUDIENCE CAPTIVATED FOR 70 MINUTES… A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH.”
HHHH The Reviews Hub
Tickets from £26 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 12+
Dire Streets
Fri 3 October 7.30pm
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands, with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the UK’s standout Dire Straits tribute. This two-hour show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the band’s legendary concerts. No other Dire Straits tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones, making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live.
Tickets from £28.50 THE THEATRE
Northern Live
Sat 4 October 7.30pm
Keeping the Faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation, Northern Live includes an 11-piece band with four lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits. Expect to hear Dobie Gray’s Out On The Floor, R Dean Taylor’s There’s A Ghost In My House, Frank Wilson’s Do I Love You - Indeed I Do, Gloria Jones’s Tainted Love, Al Wilson’s The Snake, Yvonne Baker’s You Didn’t Say A Word, Jimmy Radcliffe’s Long After Tonight Is Over and many more.
Tickets from £29 THE THEATRE
Flowers and Friendship Bracelets
Sun 5 October 6pm
Get ready for a dazzling explosion of music, dance and excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets takes to the stage.
Let’s Shake it Off to our very own Taylor Swift, sing along to Flowers with Miley Cyrus, dust off all our best dance moves to Vampires with Olivia Rodrigo, not forgetting the unstoppable Sabrina Carpenter performing top hits such as Espresso and Chappell Roan who’s HOT TO GO! Creating unforgettable memories for children and families, this show is the ultimate pop concert experience!
Tickets from £24.50; Groups 11 for 10 THE THEATRE
Jason Byrne: Head In The Clouds
Wed 8 October 7.30pm
Where does he get it all from? A common phrase heard outside Jason Byrne’s show as the crowd leave with utter joy in their hearts. Jason literally has his Head In The Clouds most of the time, but, thankfully, mainly when he’s on stage! It’s laughter at its highest, as we watch Jason pull magic from his cloudy head down onto the stage. Be it stormy stand up, calm fun or audience members with clouds literally on their heads. Come join Jason in the clouds, for a night of beautiful unpredictable, fluffy mayhem.
“A COMEDY GOD” The Mirror
Tickets from £30.50 (Conc. £14.50) THE THEATRE | Suitable for ages 14+
Most Haunted: The Stage Show
Thu 9 October 7.30pm
The multi-award winning Most Haunted is the original and most successful worldwide paranormal investigation television series ever made.
Presented by Yvette Fielding, the first lady of the paranormal, together with the show’s producer and director Karl Beattie, get ready to go on a terrifying journey of their top 10 scariest places, with your chance to interact with the hosts in a Q&A session.
In this show no one is safe and “Seeing is believing.”
Tickets from £30 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 14+
Gary Meikle: Neurospicy
Wed 15 October 7.30pm
In January 2024 Gary Meikle was diagnosed as being neurodivergent which was a surprise to him, but funnily enough not to anyone that knows him. Although surprising, this diagnosis pretty much explained why he is the way he is.
Come and join him for a show where he’ll give you a first-hand insight from his delusional eyes to what goes on in his ever-expanding mind with stories of how he’s managed to survive through a life of total confusion to how and why he now prefers to be alone, mostly!
Tickets from £29.50 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 16+
Abbamania
Thu 16 October 7.30pm
Europe’s leading Abba tribute, Abbamania, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and musical performances live on stage. Now in their 26th year of touring, Abbamania’s widely acclaimed tribute to Abba is a sensational show featuring record breaking and timeless hits including Waterloo, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Gimme Gimme Gimme and Lay All Your Love On Me plus many more that will have you dancing and having the time of your life. So, dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable evening.
Tickets from £29.50 THE THEATRE
An Evening With Katie Price and Kerry Katona
Fri 17 October 7.30pm
Katie and Kerry arrive in Corby as part of their tell-all tour! Having been friends for over twenty years, they are looking forward to hitting the road together and sharing stories of marriage and divorce, bankruptcy, I’m A Celebrity, the importance of family, their constant press attention and turning their lives around. There will also be some song and dance and an opportunity for audience questions in an evening that promises to be warm, inspirational, motivational and lots of fun! There is also a limited opportunity to purchase a meet and greet pass.
Tickets from £27; Meet & Greet £10 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 18+
It’s A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens: The Neil Diamond Tribute
Sat 18 October 7.30pm
Celebrating an incredible 10 years of touring, It’s A Beautiful Noise returns with this internationally acclaimed production that promises to captivate like never before. This fully revamped stage show reimagines Neil Diamond’s iconic hits, blending his legendary melodies with a fresh, vibrant presentation. Backed by a sensational live band and singers, Fisher Stevens delivers powerhouse performances of timeless classics like Love on the Rocks, Cracklin’ Rosie and Sweet Caroline, this show truly is “so good, so good, so good!”
Tickets from £28 THE THEATRE
The Cavern Beatles
Wed 22 October 7.30pm
Endorsed and licensed by the now legendary Cavern Club, where The Beatles famously performed, The Cavern Beatles are one of the country’s longest established tribute shows. Featuring a cast of multi-talented instrumentalists and singers, all of whom are hugely dedicated Beatles fans, experience the uncanny vocal resemblance to the Fab Four, a marker of their upbringing in the same place, Liverpool. This new tour will celebrate The Beatles’ touring years of 1963 through to 1966.
“A PERFECT IMITATION” Sunderland Echo
Tickets from £28.50 THE THEATRE
Mark Chadwick (Levellers)
Thu 23 October 7.30pm
One of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Mark Chadwick has cowritten 20 chart singles and 6 Top 40 albums as part of the Levellers, the band he has fronted for over 25 years.
During this time, Mark has also released two solo albums, All The Pieces and Moment, and in this upfront and personal solo performance he will play a mixture of material from these albums as well as Levellers classics. Be warned, Mark will have you up dancing!
Tickets from £24 THE THEATRE
Club 80s Live
Fri 24 October 7.30pm
Club 80s Live will take you on a rollercoaster ride back through one of the greatest eras of music. Hits by Cyndi Lauper, Culture Club, Guns & Roses, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Erasure, Bon Jovi, Wham, Deacon Blue! and many, many more are crammed into a non-stop, musical trip, back-combed to the time that fashion forgot.
“IT WAS AMAZING, THE WHOLE PLACE WAS DANCING AND SINGING THE WHOLE NIGHT.” Audience Member
Tickets from £25 THE THEATRE
Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club
Fri 24 October 8pm
Don’t miss our monthly comedy club in the relaxed setting of The Lab. It’s the perfect Friday night out with friends or colleagues.
This month’s line up includes:
Paddy Lennox
Pravanya Pillay
Paul F. Taylor
Compère: Brendan Dempsey
Tickets from £14 (Conc. £12) THE LAB I Suitable for ages 16+
Country Superstars
Sat 25 October 7.30pm
Starring TV and West End Dolly star Sarah Jayne and the award-winning TV Vocal impersonator Andy Crust, prepare to be taken on a journey back through time. This is a unique family production show with new tributes to Luke Combs and Lainey Wilson, full visual and vocal impersonations of Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Tammy Wynette, Garth Brooks, Shania Twain and more. Prepare for an evening of over 40 Country hits, including 9 to 5, The Gambler, Stand By Your Man and Ring Of Fire; Country Superstars is a fully live show and must see for fans of country music!
Tickets from £27.50 THE THEATRE
Father JC’s Holy Show
Sat 25 October 8pm
Father JC, the Irish Drag Priest with mass appeal is taking a divine pilgrimage across the nation, bringing his big mass to the masses.
Father JC’s Holy Show is life-changing, iconic, epic, glamorous and just fabulous! But there’s one small catch… he hasn’t written it yet. With the help of an amateur DJ (Michelle Pittoni - Soho Theatre, Clean Break), he will amp up the sacrament with the big hymns, the bops, the beats and anthems! What could possibly go wrong?
Written and performed by multi-award-nominated artist Laura Wyatt O’Keeffe, this drag comedy extravaganza blends rituals and raves, faith and fun, in a divine hour of chaos and celebration on the dancefloor. With direction by Grace Duggan (National Theatre, Donmar Warehouse), expect big laughs, bigger performances and the kind of soul-searching you won’t find in any pew.
Designed by Emily Harwood (Barbican, The Lyric), get ready for an unforgettable night of music, mayhem, and a little bit of holiness—because this is Father JC’s Holy Show!
Tickets from £16 THE LAB I Suitable for ages 14+
The Blondie Experience
Wed 29 October 7.30pm
Join The Blondie Experience for an unforgettable night filled with the sounds of top musicians who bring the energy and spirit of Blondie’s hits to life. Featuring Lucy Edge as Debbie Harry, come on a nostalgic journey showcasing timeless classics such as Atomic, Sunday Girl, One Way Or Another, Tide Is High and Heart Of Glass; get ready to dance, sing and relive the magic of Blondie like never before through an electrifying new theatre show.
Tickets from £27.50 THE THEATRE
Play on Words present
Discovering Antarctica:
Heroic Tales of Shackleton, Crean & Scott
Thu 30 October 8pm
Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley. Set during The Golden Age of Antarctic Exploration (1901-1916), Crean’s story is a testament of human fortitude against all the elements of Antarctica, and this play will take you to the edge of your seat and beyond.
Tickets from £15 THE LAB
Too Much Too Young
Fri 31 October 7.30pm
The ultimate show for any Ska fan, join us as we go One Step Beyond to celebrate the iconic 2Tone records and the artists who brought this sound to the world in this high-energy, feel-good show.
Prepare to rock-steady and get ready to embark on a non-stop musical feast for the senses with a huge array of hits from the likes of Madness, Bad Manners, The Specials, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers and many more.
“A MUST-SEE SHOW FOR ANY SKA LOVER.” Evening Post
Tickets from £28 THE THEATRE
Shlomo’s
Beatbox Adventure for Kids
Sun 2 November 2pm
Join world record-breaking beatboxer SK Shlomo (they/ them) who makes amazing music with just a mouth and a mic and has performed around the world with legends like Bjork, Ed Sheeran and Rudimental.
Their 5-star sell-out show Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure for Kids is back!
Anybody can become one of this sonic superhero’s sidekicks in a world of funny sounds, brilliant noises, and cool music, whether they’re aged 1 or 101.
“A PERFECT SHOW… SETS YOUNG IMAGINATIONS ALIGHT” HHHHH The Times
“THE KID’S GOOD. JAW-DROPPINGLY GOOD.” The Guardian
“SCARILY TALENTED“ Metro
Tickets from £14 (Conc. £12); Family £48 for 4 THE THEATRE
Joshua & Karolka Show
Fri 7 November 8pm
Outspoken, Catholic and chronically confused by British small talk, Polish comedian Karolka takes the mic with a holy trinity of wit, wisdom and wild culture shocks.
Joining her is Joshua, a sharp, award-winning comedian from India. With stories from the Tube to the pub, he breaks down what it takes to go from outsider to insider in a country where queuing is sacred and emotional repression is a national sport.
In this hilarious and heartfelt double bill, Karolka and Joshua explore the absurdity of British life through the eyes of two outsiders, one raised on rosaries, the other on Bollywood and butter chicken.
Karolka navigates culture clash through stories of dating Brits, misreading social cues, and trying to keep her soul intact in a land obsessed with weather and Wetherspoons. Joshua brings clever, observational takes on everyday British quirks, delivered with dry wit and sharp insight.
Together they deliver a confessional comedy hour that’s devout, defiant and deeply funny.
Tickets from £9 THE LAB
Frozen Light present The Ancient Oak Of Baldor
Mon 10 - Wed 12 November 11am & 1.30pm
A folk tale of love, loss and the interconnectedness of all things.
The Ancient Oak stands strong in the Forest of Baldor, in the land of Earten. There it has stood for millennia, rooted deeply to both the land and people of the forest. On this day at the cusp of winter, the people of Baldor are celebrating The Great Cracking of the Ancient Oak. Elspeth hoped this was the day that Lars would return. But when he doesn’t, she is taken on an unexpected journey. One that she will never forget.
Frozen Light welcomes you into their latest fantasy realm, where we discover that what truly nourishes us through the long nights is our capacity for love in all its different forms.
A multi-sensory experience for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their companions, offering the chance to gather and experience the collective power of shared stories.
Tickets from £12 (each audience ticket is inclusive of up to 2 carers)
THE LAB I Suitable for ages 13+
See page 33 for more information
Ed Patrick: Catch Your Breath
The Secret Life of a Sleepless Anaesthetist
Fri 14 November 7.30pm
NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author (oooooh check him) Ed Patrick injects Corby with a gut-punch hilarious show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, the pitfalls of modern medicine and the power of questioning it. There’s plenty of laughing gas to go round. As seen on Channel 4 and Have I Got News For You, and heard on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 4 and BBC Radio Scotland; Ed also hosts the Comedians Surgery podcast where he speaks to guests including Joe Lycett, Rose Matafeo and Phil Wang about their health stories and experiences.
Tickets from £18 THE THEATRE | Suitable for ages 16+
Sparks present The Magic Tree
Sat 15 November 12pm
Have you ever wondered what is at the top of the tallest tree in the woods? Other people, places, worlds, sights, sounds and smells?
Join our youngest theatre group Sparks, with their latest performance of a new, fantastical adventure The Magic Tree. Let’s find out what is at the top of the tallest tree, together.
Presented by The Core’s Sparks theatre group, adapted and written by Lindsey Warnes and directed by Kim Laughton.
Tickets from £6 (Under 16s £3) THE THEATRE
Project M and Friends
Sat 15 November 7pm
Get ready for Project M & Friends, showcasing the incredible talents of young people from Project M and other youth groups. Watch as performers light up the big stage with music, drama and dance, including a special guest performance from Pegasus Performing Arts. This is a fantastic chance to support local youth creativity, celebrate their hard work and enjoy an evening full of energy and fun. Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable night cheering on the next generation of stars!
Tickets from £7 THE THEATRE
North Northamptonshire Council’s Shape Dance Christmas Show
Sat 29 - Sun 30 November 1pm & 5pm
Watch dreams take centre stage! This year’s Shape Dance performance celebrates the talent, creativity and hard work of our young dancers. A perfect treat for the whole family! Dancers from classes throughout Corby aged 4 years and above will perform tap, ballet and modern dance routines and will include High School Musical, Moana and music from the ‘80s. Dancers have been rehearsing for months and look forward to presenting a colourful and entertaining show.
Tickets from £11 (Conc. £10); On sale from Tue 28 October THE THEATRE
In our pretty French town, Bookish Belle is ready to start a new chapter. Life isn’t quite the Parisdise she’s been dreaming of. She’s just a ‘Oui’ bit different and longs to find some adventure. However, Belle, her friend Jacques and his mum, Betty Bon Bon, get much more than they bargained for when they find themselves trapped inside the enchanted castle of a mysterious beast.
Will true love conquer all? Will the curse of the Enchantress ever be broken? Will Betty drop a clanger?
The award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment (the team behind last year’s smash hit, Jack and the Beanstalk) return with even more shimmering sets, outrageous costumes, magic and mayhem in this brand new furry-tail pantomime adventure!
You won’t belle-ieve your eyes!
BSL AD REL Access performances: see page 33
Gold shows: Tickets from £25 (Conc. £23)
Silver shows: Tickets from £23 (Conc. £21); Family £84 for 4
Bronze shows: Tickets £17
Schools performances available, contact the Ticket Office for more information THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 4 - 104!
Friends discounts available on two tickets to any Silver or Gold performance. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer
Corby Amateur Theatrical Society present Rapunzel
Thu 8 - Sun 11 January Thu - Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm & 7pm; Sun 12pm & 4.30pm
Get ready for a hair-raising adventure packed with laughter, music, and heart!
Corby Amateur Theatrical Society is thrilled to present Rapunzel, a sparkling new pantomime by Ben Crocker. Trapped in a tower by the wicked (and hilarious) witch Gothel, Rapunzel dreams of life beyond her window. With help from rogue Rudi O’Malley, Dame Hilda and a cast of wild characters, her escape takes her on a whirlwind journey across kingdoms and seas and even into a pirate pub.
Full of songs, slapstick, colour, and chaos (watch out for the ninja weasel!), Rapunzel is fun for the whole family. Book now and let your hair down at The Core this January!
Tickets from £20 (Conc. £18); Family £65 for 4 THE THEATRE
Reflections: The Musical Legacy of Diana Ross
Fri 16 January 7.30pm
Multi award-winning Tameka Jackson as Diana Ross and her world class band and backing vocalists take you on a journey through some of the timeless classics and favourites of The Supremes & solo career of this legendary singer. Tameka delivers an unforgettable performance with her heartfelt homage to the diva herself, performing hits such as Ain’t No Mountain, I’m Coming Out, Baby Love, Where Did Our Love Go, Stop In The Name of Love, Reflections and many more favourites.
Tickets from £30 THE THEATRE
The Jerseys
Sat 17 January 7.30pm
Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas, the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the ‘60s and ‘70s; they perform many of the group’s huge repertoire of hits including Sherry, Walk Like A Man, My Eyes Adored You, Grease, Rag Doll, Stay, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry before finishing off with headline hit Oh What A Night! This is much more than just another tribute show, this is a celebration of fantastic music performed by an array of incredible talent.
Tickets from £29 (Conc. £27) THE THEATRE
Coming Soon
Get Involved
Get Involved
Our Get Involved programme welcomes children, families and people of all ages to join in with our wide range of creative sessions and projects. We also have some interactive, digital workshops accessible to all.
Young People
Core Motion
Tue 23 September – Tue 18 November (no session Tue 28 October)
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Ages 11-16
Are you in year 7 – 11 with an interest in dance? Then Core Motion may be the group for you!
Run in association with Moving Together, you will work towards achieving an Arts Award Qualification which will allow you to explore and develop your dance skills through practical sessions and theoretical work. Fun, practical sessions explore a range of dance styles and creative approaches, with theoretical sessions exploring the wider dance industry inclusive of artists, performance reviews and leadership opportunities.
For more information, email shannon@movingtogether.co.uk or to sign up now go to www. thecorecorby.com/core-motion
Price weekly sessions are FREE
An initial one-off fee is charged in accordance with Trinity College London’s moderation costs.
Core Create
Wed 10 September – Wed 19
November (no session Wed 29 October)
6pm – 8pm
Ages 12-18
Are you ready to unleash your creativity? Core Create is an innovative and supportive theatre group for 12–18-year-olds where no auditions are required, just passion and commitment!
You will learn a wide range of theatre skills including devising, performing, directing and stage management, as well as get the chance to work alongside visiting artists.
Core Create is a fantastic way to boost your confidence, make friends and have fun while developing your creativity and teamwork. Whether you dream of being on stage or behind the scenes, you will find this to be a warm and welcoming group to be part of.
Price £50 per term
Bursary places available
50% sibling discount where applicable
Project M
Thu 11 September – Thu 11 December
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Ages 12-17
Project M is your go-to FREE music space in Corby for ages 12–17! Held in a secret town centre location, you will dive into making beats, writing lyrics, jamming or just chilling with other music lovers. Whether you’re a total beginner or already producing tracks, this is a space to create, connect and have fun.
Led by an amazing team of music professionals, you’ll get access to awesome music gear, empowering support in our wellbeing area and, most importantly, some big inspiration. With a chance to perform on the big stage if that’s what you want, this might be the place to uncover your hidden talents.
No pressure, just passion. Get involved, get creative, get down to Project M.
Price FREE
Children & Families
Sparks
Sat 6 September - Sat I5
November (no session Sat I8 October)*
Ages 5-7: 10am – 11am
Ages 8-11: 11.15am – 12.15pm
Sparks is our youngest theatre group for children. They meet every Saturday during term time to play a variety of drama games, have fun with props and costumes, and create new characters and stories.
Working with local theatre practitioner Kim Laughton, the children have opportunities to build their confidence whilst using their imaginations and making new friends.
This term the Sparks children will be rehearsing a new performance The Magic Tree, please see page 15 for further details.
Price £50 per term
Bursary places available
50% sibling discount where applicable
*Please note that the session on Sat 20 September will take place at West Glebe Pavillion
Home Education
Rhymetime
Thu 11 September – Thu 20
November (no session Thu 30 October)
9.30am – 10am
11.30am – 12pm
For Under 5s
It’s time for Rhymetime. Come along and join in the fun as we clap, sing and wave our way through favourite songs, stories and rhymes. These musical sessions help to introduce babies and young children to communication and encourage interaction.
Rhymetime sessions are delivered in partnership with Corby Library.
Rhymetime Under GAIA
Sing, rhyme and play beneath the awe-inspiring GAIA installation! This special session, filled with fun and discovery, takes place on Thu 11 September.
Price FREE
Drop in session, no booking necessary.
Little Ducks Music and Movement
Thu 11 September – Thu 20
November (no session Thu 30 October)
10.15am - 11am
For Under 5s
Move, dance, wriggle and sing along in these fun and lively sessions for children aged under five and their parents and carers. Using a range of props, bubbles and scarves alongside interactive storytelling, these sessions will help give you ideas for activities to do together at home.
Little Ducks under GAIA
On Thu 11 September, our Little Ducks will waddle, dance and play beneath our floating Earth. It will be quack-tastic!
Price FREE
There are limited spaces available. You can drop in, but to ensure a place and avoid disappointment, please prebook in advance.
Do you home educate your children and young people? In the future, we will be providing more activity suitable for Northamptonshire based families who are home educating their children and young people. If you would like to find out the latest news from The Core about opportunities such as workshops, sessions and suitable shows, please scan the QR code to register your interest or email getinvolved@thecorecorby.com
Bursaries
With thanks to revenue generated through Friends & Patron memberships, and donations from customers and Business Supporters, we are able to offer our Core Create and Sparks sessions at a reduced fee of £50 (usually £80). We also offer a sibling discount, so if you have two siblings taking part in activities, the termly fee for the second child/young person would only be £25. For families living with financial hardship, we would not want the termly fees to prevent your child or young person being able to take part, so we have a limited amount of free, bursary-funded places. Please email getinvolved@ thecorecorby.com for further information or to apply for a bursary.
Adults
Keep Moving
Thu 4 September – Thu 11 December*
1.15pm - 2.15pm
Ages 55+
Stay strong, supple and fit at these joyful and friendly dance sessions delivered by Moving Together. Join like-minded people aged 55 and over and learn a range of routines to a variety of music genres. No previous dance experience is required and the classes are suitable for all levels of mobility. First session is free to new joiners.
Keep Moving Under GAIA
The Earth’s not the only one spinning on Thu 11 September! Come and dance with us under GAIA in this special Keep Moving session.
Price £7 per session
Pre-booking available but not essential
*Sessions on the following Thursdays will take place at Lodge Park Sports Centre: 4 September, 27 November, 4 & 11 December.
Support our Bursary scheme
Your support can directly enable us to continue making the arts accessible to young people. If you are a business or individual who can afford to support our bursary scheme, please email kate@thecorecorby.com
Find out more about the difference The Core makes and how to support our work on pages 27-31.
Volunteering Opportunities
Have you ever thought about volunteering? Does watching shows and meeting friendly new people interest you? Then why not find out more about volunteering at The Core.
For more information, email volunteer@thecorecorby.com. Or join us at one of our monthly coffee mornings, held on the second Saturday of every month, 10am11am. Everyone is welcome! For information on how to find us, see page 33.
Creative Opportunities
N Dance 2026
N Dance is The Core’s annual celebration of youth dance and choreography from across Northamptonshire. After an amazing show in 2025, in which I40 young people took part, we will soon be opening applications for N Dance 2026. If you lead a dance group or are a soloist, we want to hear from you. All dance styles welcomed. N Dance is the perfect place for both debut and more experienced performances. Dancers must be aged between II-I9 to take part.
Applications open Fri 7 November, find out more at www.thecorecorby.com/ndance
Artist Development
Are you a performance artist making new work in the area? If so, The Core at Corby Cube can support you!
We can help you with free rehearsal space at The Core, advise with funding applications, signpost access to producer support and networking opportunities, and more.
To talk to us about your project and the support you need, please email lindsey@thecorecorby.com. If you have a show ready for consideration by our programming team, please email joe@thecorecorby.com with information about the show.
Writing Doesn’t Have To Be Lonely
This Autumn, Writing Doesn’t Have To Be Lonely will offer the first of two unique opportunities to a commissioned writer.
Two actors, a director, and two days to play in The Core studio space will allow the writer the change to shape their work in real time.
Be the first to know about upcoming opportunities with The Core and Writing Doesn’t Have To Be Lonely by visiting www.thecorecorby.com/WDHTBL/
M-Power: Dramatherapy
M-Power is our fun and creative 12-week Dramatherapy group for young people aged 12–16, which provides a safe space where participants can be themselves. During the course they will explore their emotions using drama, art, music and movement, and learn how to use these new skills to reduce anxiety and boost confidence. Limited to 10 people, our next programme will begin in September.
Find out more at www.thecorecorby.com/m-power
“It has been one of the best clubs I’ve ever done and it has helped me so much to understand that I can use my creativity in a way that can positively affect my emotions.” Past participant
M Power is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Northamptonshire Community Fund and delivered in partnership with KidsAid.
BFI Film Academy 2025
If you love film and want to get hands-on experience, then the BFI Film Academy 2025 might be for you.
Delivered over the course of 3 months, this fun, practical short course is for young people aged 16–19 (or up to 25 with an EHC Plan). You’ll learn how to make a short film from start to finish, including development, production and editing, as well as how to network to get your first role in the film industry. You will also attend the premiere screening of your own film.
“I enjoyed my course very much, am grateful for the opportunity and I feel it could open a lot of doors for me.” Past participant
Open to non-university students only. Find out more at www.thecorecorby.com/british-film-institute-corby-academy
Frantic Ignition
Taster workshops: Thu 25 September
Trials: Thu 9 October
Ignition is Frantic Assembly’s FREE nationwide programme for 18–24-year-olds, discovering raw talent and breaking barriers in the Arts. It’s all about high-energy physical theatre - a powerful mix of drama and movement - where you’ll train with pros, push your limits and create amazing stage performances. Touring the UK with free workshops, Ignition selects 24 young people each year for an intensive, all-expenses-paid week in London, finishing with a live showcase at a professional theatre. It’s more than a workshop, it changes lives and opens doors.
Find out more at www.thecorecorby.com/frantic-ignition
Concept
Mon 27 – Fri 31 October
If you are aged 12–18, love music and want to create your own tracks, then why not join the Concept Music Residency this October half term.
Run by Pedestrian in partnership with The Core at Corby Cube, during this FREE week of hands-on music-making you’ll explore beat making, lyric writing, production, instrumentation and more. You’ll finish the week having made your own original track, as well as get the chance to share your creations with a small audience of friends and family members.
Spaces are limited; find out more and register at www.thecorecorby.com/concept
Core Voices
If you’ve got ideas, we’re listening! If you’re aged 12–19, this is your chance to shape what happens at The Core. We want to hear what creative activities, workshops or sessions you think should be offered. What would you like to get involved with that you don’t already see in this brochure or the Get Involved section of the website? Are you into something creative that we’re not doing yet?
Tell us. Be part of Core Voices and help make The Core a place that reflects you! Find out more at www.thecorecorby.com/core-voices
Education
The Core continues to offer our creative and dynamic partnership programme for schools and colleges.
Partner schools benefit from a bespoke programme of workshops, reduced ticket prices for shows and access to free CPD and events. Schools can join the partnerships at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels.
We have a wide-ranging menu that schools can select workshops from. Delivered by industry professionals to support all areas of the curriculum, we can support with enrichment activity, career days and all aspects of creative learning in schools.
Royal Shakespeare Company
Joining the Associate Schools Programme with the RSC is free for schools and enables staff to access CPD training in using the rehearsal room method in their classrooms, proven to improve students’ vocabulary and engagement with Shakespeare. Taking part in termly cluster meetings, Associate Schools share their learnings with other teachers, receive support and advice, join the playmaking festival giving students opportunities to perform onstage at The Core, and also have access to reduced price ticket offers on First Encounters shows and visits to Stratford Upon Avon. The Autumn CPD date is Thu 11 November. For more information, please check our website.
Moving Together Schools Collective
Schools across Northamptonshire unite to celebrate their dance achievements as part of the MT Schools Collective. This dynamic programme brings movement, creativity and expression into school and onto the stage. With expert guidance, CPD for teachers, and Arts Award qualification, this collective provides ongoing support for dance in Primary, Secondary and SEND schools.
If your school would like to join the excitement for the 25-26 academic year, why not get in touch today.
To register your school’s interest or for more information about any of the above, please email lindsey@thecorecorby.com
Support Us
15 YEARS OF HIGHLIGHTS
2012
It’s Our Theatre Hip Hop Slam officially opens The Core.
2012-14
Contacting The World, a major youth theatre project connecting young people from Corby with theatre companies from around the world. The Core collaborated with Fermynwoods Contemporary Art’s Gesture series, highlighting the diverse range of activities taking place in The Cube.
HRH Queen Elizabeth II visits Corby and is treated to a performance by The Core’s young performers on the stage.
2012
Wind in the Willows was a festive hit with audiences! 2010
Music Sessions with Barb Jungr and friends would eventually lead to the formation of Deep Roots Tall Trees Choir.
We could have picked 100 highlights, but here’s a small selection to start the celebrations. 2015
Danny Hero, in collaboration with Made in Corby and Corby Amateur Theatrical Society.
No Way Back is a physical theatre production made in collaboration with Frantic Assembly.
2019
Trainspotting Live comes to Corby for a week long sell out run.
2021
The Core reopens tentatively following COVID restrictions.
2023
Our first Splore Family Arts Festival takes the arts to the streets of Corby Town Centre
2024
Steel Town Tales in collaboration with Metro Boulot Dodo, tells the story of the Steelworks in Virtual Reality.
We partner with Little Wolf Productions for our first family friendly pantomime Cinderella
The first GROW Festival takes place in collaboration with Made in Corby.
Project M is formed in collaboration with Willow Place Shopping Centre
The Core begins its second year as a partnership theatre of the Royal Shakespeare Company
Museum of the Moon by Luke Jerram attracts over 10,000 visitors to The Core.
SUPPORT US
The Core is a registered charity*, and over the past 15 years the support we have received from local businesses, trusts and individuals has been crucial in helping us make arts accessible to our community.
Did you know that since The Core opened in 2010…
We have been supported by a team of over 120 dedicated volunteer stewards who help us bring the arts to Corby
Over 170,000 people have been involved in participatory events
The total local economic impact of The Core in the past 15 years is estimated to be £43.6million
On average, we present over 700 events a year, a mixture of performances, classes, workshops and much more!
We have welcomed 490,843 people to enjoy a live performance or film screening, with over 190,000 being children or young people
How You Can Help Support Us
We can’t wait to see what the next 15 years bring, and we hope that you will continue to champion the work we do for years to come. Here are some ways that you can support our work.
Join Our Friends of The Core Scheme
Back in 2018, we launched our Friends of The Core scheme. Did you know that membership fees directly help us to produce creative opportunities for young people? Not only that, but members:
Receive discounted tickets on all shows (Up to £1 on all shows, and up to £3 where you see the Friends logo)
Pay no transaction fees
Save10% at the bar
Get priority booking
Make a Donation
Every penny we receive helps ensure that the arts are accessible to everyone, particularly children and young people. This Autumn, why not consider adding a small “Birthday Present Donation” when booking your tickets? Or support our £15 for 15 campaign; see the back page for more information.
Become a Business Supporter
Our business supporters help us to enrich the lives of young people, families and the wider community. While helping us, they build their brand awareness through access to our large audiences and across our networks. We’d love to welcome your business to our growing group; for more information contact kate@thecorecorby.com
Thank you to our funders, individual donors and sponsors, volunteers and audiences for their support
www.thecorecorby.com
About Us
How To Book
We recommend booking online for the quickest, easiest check out.
Online: 24 hours a day at www.thecorecorby.com/whats-on
By telephone: 01536 470470
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm
In person:
Our Ticket Office is open Tue & Sat 10am – 5pm, Wed –Fri 10am – 6pm, or until 15 minutes after the last show of the day commences. When a performance takes place outside of these days, our Ticket Office opens one hour before the start time, and closes 15 minutes after.
Privacy Policy
Our Ticket Office will ask when you book if you would like to receive further information from us about The Core’s events and activities. We will then 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 the Ticket Office. All data collected is in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation 18. Full information on how we use it can be found at www.thecorecorby.com/about-us/privacy.
Family Friendly
The Core is committed to being a family friendly organisation. Some of the facilities we offer to make your visit run as smoothly as possible include booster seats, child-friendly food and beverages and, of course, a warm friendly welcome. Many of our family shows offer a self-led, pre-show craft activity.
Discounts And Concessions
Concessions are available for selected shows for Under 16s, 60+, Students, Jobseekers, Disabled Patrons and Companions.
Additional concessions are available for certain shows, including family tickets (max 2 adults) – full details are highlighted on individual show entries and at www.thecorecorby.com
Groups And Schools
A range of great discounts and other benefits are available to Groups & Schools. To find out more about our group rates for bookings of 10+ and how we can make your visit as a group hassle free, please contact our dedicated Groups Advisor, Gillian, using gillian.lockwood@thecorecorby.com
Transaction Fee
We charge a £2 per-transaction fee for telephone and website bookings of £15 and over. This does not apply in person or to Friends, Groups and Disabled Patrons. As ticket revenue is divided between many different parties, an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit The Core. By adding a small transaction charge, we ensure that every penny of this goes to your local venue and the projects we run with local communities and young people.
Returns And Exchanges
We are unable to exchange or refund tickets after they are purchased, unless an event is cancelled or rescheduled due to circumstances beyond our control, or where there is a material change to the programme of the event.
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.
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.
The Core at Corby Cube is a registered charity. Charity No. 1139035
The Small Print
All concessions are subject to availability and should be checked at time of booking. Proof of status will be required. Please note that not all concessions are available with online booking. All information is correct at time of printing but we reserve the right to make any alterations to the programme, performers, times and ticket prices. Every effort will be made to advertise changes in the local press and via www.thecorecorby.com. Retrospective discounts are not available, including discounts linked to our Friends scheme.
Access
The Core at Corby Cube is an accessible venue. Lifts from the ground floor serve all levels of the auditorium.
Spaces for wheelchairs are available together with adjacent seats in the auditoria for companions or carers.
Parking for Blue Badge holders is available adjacent to The Corby Cube. Guide Dogs are welcome. There is an induction loop or wireless hard of hearing system for all performances. Wireless headsets are available by request via a steward or member of staff at the ticket desk. If you have not done so yet, please register to our free Access Scheme. By
Our Commitment
taking a few minutes to tell us about your specific requirements, our staff and volunteers can ensure your tickets and seats fit your needs perfectly, leaving you free to relax and enjoy your visit. You can find descriptions of our accessible performances at www.thecorecorby.com/access
A black and white version of our brochure is available to view on our website.
Large print and audio versions of this brochure available on request, please email info@thecorecorby.com
Our commitment to making our Theatre and Lab space accessible for everyone is stronger than ever. We understand that our audiences and participants have wide ranging access requirements. If there is anything we can do to make your visit and experience a positive one, please don’t hesitate to talk to our Ticket Office when booking shows, or to our Get Involved team when enquiring about workshop activities.
Getting Here
The Corby Cube, George Street, Corby, NN17 1QG
The Core is situated within easy reach of the train station, all the main bus routes and road links, and a stone’s throw from Willow Place Shopping Centre. The entrance is located on George Street.
Car Parking
Parking is available right next door to Corby Cube and Corby East Midlands International Swimming Pool. If this is full, we suggest the Victoria Place car park as a suitable alternative.
Please note that an evening parking charge of 20p applies from 6pm – midnight, Monday – Saturday inclusive. Sunday parking is free all day/evening.
Seating Plan
