Rob Beckett: Giraffe
2025-05-15 19:30 (Europe/London) | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
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.
What else is there to do? Sit next to your partner on the sofa scrolling TikTok in silence again? You did that the last three nights. See you there!
Host of Sky’s Rob Beckett’s Smart TV and Rob & Romesh Vs. He’s also the unmistakable voice of Channel 4’s Celebs Go Dating and the smash-hit podcast Parenting Hell.

Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow in Show Pony
2025-05-23 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
After a sell-out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Taskmaster loser Nick Mohammed returns as his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show.
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. Nick has received feverish critical acclaim for his previous Mr. Swallow shows Dracula, Houdini and A Christmas Carol-ish… alongside his first UK tour The Very Best & Worst of Mr. Swallow.
Mr. Swallow has appeared in Dictionary Corner on numerous episodes of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, with clips of his performances quickly going viral, along with entertaining the great and the good at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards, with frankly terrifying results!
Nick plays Nate in Apple TV’s hit multi award-winning series Ted Lasso, for which he was nominated twice for Outstanding Supporting Actor at the Emmy Awards. He has recently been seen starring in Sally Wainwright’s Renegade Nell (Disney+) and Steven Moffat’s Douglas Is Cancelled (ITV). Nick created, wrote, and starred (alongside David Schwimmer) in his own Sky TV hit show Intelligence. Other appearances include Stath Lets Flats (Channel 4), Inside No. 9 (BBC), This Time with Alan Partridge (BBC), and he’ll soon be seen starring alongside Bryce Dallas Howard and Orlando Bloom in Prime Video’s Deep Cover. He was one of the worst contestants in the history of Channel 4’s Taskmaster.

Nathan Caton: My Big Fat Blasian Wedding
2025-05-24 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Nathan Caton is an award-winning comedian as seen on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, 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 tender age of 19, over the last decade he has established himself both as a circuit headliner, and a name on TV and radio.

Saints Coffee - May 28th
2025-05-28 20:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Join us for a new act new material night where 5 acts will try out some new jokes. These nights are also a showcase for upcoming acts. Plus you will get one headline act.
Venue: Saints Coffee, 62 St Gilesâ€™ St, Northampton NN1 1JW
Times: Doors 7pm â€“ Show 8pm
Price: £7 No booking fee
Line ups are subject to change.

Sally-Anne Hayward: Egg Shortage
2025-05-31 20:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
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), Elephant in the Room (BBC Radio 4)

Viggo Venn
2025-06-04 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Norwegian clown Viggo Venn moved to this country with one dream: to be a British comedian.
The rest, you already know about. After blowing away the competition in an explosion of hi-vis jackets, balloons, and joyous idiocy, Viggo became the most talked-about new entertainer in the country by winning Britain’s Got Talent in June 2023.
Don’t miss him as he staggers bewildered into your town for a first national tour.
Please Note: Due to having badly broken his foot, this show was rescheduled from Sat 22 February.

Comedy at the Picturedrome
2025-06-05 20:00 | The Picturedrome, 222 Kettering Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN1 4BN, United Kingdom
Andrew Mensah
Having only begun his comedy career in 2018, Andrew quickly gained plaudits and was crowned winner of The Cavendish Arms Summer Competition 2019. His relatable style and ability to speak on his life experience in an unapologetic manner has established him as one of the most exciting emerging comedians on the circuit today.

Alongside stand-up Andrew is also a presenter – he hosts both series of ‘Fantasy Football League’ accompanying Ellis James and Matt Lucas in presenting the revival for Sky as well as Premier League’s ‘Welcome to the Weekend.’ He has had his first short film STILL NIL NIL commissioned by the BBC with Big Talk. Andrew also appears regularly on Capital Xtra around their football coverage.

Rob Rouse
One of stand up comedy’s most lively, loveable and dynamic performers, Rob Rouse burst onto the comedy scene when he won Channel 4’s prestigious So You Think You’re Funny? competition at the Edinburgh Festival. Since then, his comic storytelling has been a regular feature at major comedy clubs and venues across the UK.

His TV appearances include Upstart Crow (BBC Two), 8 Out Of 10 Cats (Channel 4), The Friday Night Project (Channel 4), Live at the Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Celebrity Juice (ITV2) and Dave’s One Night Stand (Dave).

Samantha Day
Leicester Comedy Festival Silver Stand Up Award – Winner (2025). Samantha is the sassy, stand-up mum of six Millennials/Gen Zers. Her comedy career kicked off about six years ago, after three decades as an accountant and single mum. Now she’s been freed from the city, she’s really hit her stride, as a truly original act who’s progressing fast on the circuit.

Matt Stellingwerf
Matt has won four NZ Comedy Guild Awards, been nominated for several others, and was nominated as Best Newcomer at the 2014 NZ International Comedy Festival. Matt now resides in the UK and is creating the very same reputation for UK audiences as he has done in his native NZ.
Matt was a 2015 & 2016 nominee for the prestigious Billy T Award. A renowned MC and compere, Matt is a 3-time nominee for Best MC in New Zealand.
“Matt utterly stole the show on Saturday! He’s an outstanding act” – Comedy Cafe, London

Genevieve's Cafe - 5th June
2025-06-05 20:00 | Genevieveâ€™s Cafe, Pineham Village, Dragonfly Way, Upton,, Northampton, NN4 9EH
Venue: Genevieveâ€™s Cafe, Pineham Village, Dragonfly Way, Upton, Northampton NN4 9EH
Times: Doors from 6pm â€“ Show 8:00pm (Food served before the show)
Price: £12 Plus booking fee
Line up subject to change

Comedy at The Brampton Halt
2025-06-05 20:00
Venue: Pitsford Rd, Chapel Brampton, NN6 8BA
Date: Thursday 5th June
Times: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £15 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Lindsey Santoro, Markus Birdman, Ben Briggs, Pete Teckman

Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club
2025-06-07 20:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Don’t miss our comedy club with compere Dan Evans.
This season features many of comedy’s rising stars.
Doors 7.45pm Show 8pm.

Sat 26 April 2025
Michael Fabbri
Ingrid Dahle
Don Biswas
This show will take place in the Underground
BOOK NOW

Sat 7 June 2025
Matt Green
Wendy Wason
Funmbi Omotayo
This show will take place in the Underground
BOOK NOW

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

Jenny Eclair: Jokes, Jokes, Jokes
2025-06-08 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
In celebration of the release of her hilarious memoir of the same name, comedian, novelist, and professional show-off Jenny Eclair comes to venues nationwide with a brand-new 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.
?‘Ruthlessly funny’ The Times ?
Pre-order Jenny’s memoir HERE

…Earnest?
2025-06-09 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
The Edinburgh Fringe smash-hit …Earnest? arrives at 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. But with stage whiskey being swapped, off-the-cuff auditions being held and muffins being eaten (no matter what state they’re in), there’s just no telling what this unique version of The Importance of Being Earnest is going to throw up. Especially when more audience members are drafted in to replace an ever-thinning cast… 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. And who knows, you might even become a star yourself! Guaranteed to have you laughing whether you’re sitting in the audience… or performing onstage …Earnest? is perfect for fans of The Play That Goes Wrong and Noises Off!
????? “Get this on the West End now, please!” – Lost in Theatreland

Lindsey Santoro & Hasan Al-Habib - Edinburgh Previews - 11th June
2025-06-11 20:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Venue: V and B, 10 St Gilesâ€™ Square, Northampton NN1 1DA
Date: Wednesday 11th June
Times: Doors 7:30pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £10 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Lindsey Santoro & Hasan Al-Habib

Russell Kane: HyperActive
2025-06-12 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
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!

Lewis Foundation Comedy Night - 16th June
2025-06-16 20:00 | The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AU, United Kingdom
Venue: The Charles Bradlaugh 1, Earl Street, NN1 3AU.
Times: Doors 7pm â€“ Show 8pm
Featuring: Scott Bennett, Ninia Benjamin, Andrew Bird, Mad Ron
Price: £15 + £1 booking fee
Line ups are subject to change.

Esther Manito & Lee Peart - Edinburgh Previews - 25th June
2025-06-25 20:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Venue: Saints Coffee, 62 St Gilesâ€™ St, Northampton NN1 1JW
Date: Wednesday 25th June
Times: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £8 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Esther Manito & Lee Peart- Work in progress shows

Paul McCaffrey & Ali Woods - Edinburgh Previews - 30th June
2025-06-30 20:00 | The Lab, 95-97 Charles St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3BG, United Kingdom
Venue: The Lab, 95-97 Charles St, Northampton NN1 3BG
Date: Monday 30th July
Times: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £10 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Paul McCaffrey & Ali Woods â€“ Work in progress shows

Comedy at the Picturedrome
2025-07-03 20:00 - 22:30 | The Picturedrome, 222 Kettering Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN1 4BN, United Kingdom
Laura Smyth:
As seen on Live at the Apollo, Would I Lie To You?, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Laura also made an appearance in the hit Netflix series Baby Reindeer.
A prolific narrative writer, Laura has written on the new reboot of ‘Bad Education’ for BBC Three; new comedy series ‘Deep Fakes’ for ITV2 as well as having several of her own projects in development, including original script commissions from BBC and Channel 4.
‘A real force of nature’ – Steve Bennett
James Ellis:
Award-winning comedian James Ellis is a rising star in the UK comedy scene.
His sharp observational humour and clever punchlines have won him rave reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Leicester Comedian of The Year 2025 Nominee, South Coast Comedian of the Year 2021, regional finalist for the BBC New Comedy Award, James is currently on the road supporting Angela Barnes on Tour. Ellis is a “Talented comedy craftsman” (Steve Bennett, Chortle) with a bright future ahead of him.
Raj Poojara:
Raj is one of the most exciting new acts breaking through the UK scene at the moment, with this set to be his year. He has been a semi-finalist and finalist in some of the UKs biggest competitions, but never won any (always the bridesmaid and never the bride he says!).
BBC New Comedy Awards Regional Finalist 2021. Manford’s Comedy Club New Comedian of the year Semi-finalist 2020. 2Northdown New Comedian of the year finalist 2021. Max Turner finalist 2020.
Tom Toal:
One of Tom’s major strengths is his ability to adapt to his audience. Having hosted a range of events from Post Rock Bands album launch to benefit nights for the Socialist Workers Party, Tom has no trouble changing his style to suit the audience, whether it be Stag/Hen weekends, art centre events or corporate crowds.
“Tom Toal captivates his audience with a unique brand of narrative comedy that is as delightful to listen to as it is superbly funny.” Punchline.

Anglia Comedy Allstars July 2025
2025-07-06 19:30 - 21:50 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Please note that the line-up may be subject to change without notice.
The Anglia Comedy Allstars return at the Deco Theatre at the Old Savoy, Northampton this July, with a huge line-up featuring the fantastic Tom Davis, Tom Rosenthal, Lloyd Griffith & Ria Lina.
Tom Davis is best known for hit shows King Gary, The Curse, Live at the Apollo and Murder in Successville, as well as his hugely popular podcast Wolf and Owl with Romesh Ranganathan, which has received critical acclaim and sold out live shows.
Tom is also known for his stand out performance in Wonka and multiple appearances on A League of Their Own, The Ranganation, Judge Romesh, and Action Team.
————-
Tom Rosenthal is a familiar face as an actor and a comedian. Having featured in a number of programmes across our TV screens, eventually rising to fame as part of the hit Channel 4 sitcom Friday Night Dinner and the hugely successful Plebs.
“High energy, impressive and precociously smart” – The Guardian
————-
Lloyd Griffith is a comedian, actor, presenter and classically trained singer. You may have seen him most recently in Ted Lasso, It’s A Sin, Infinite, House of Games, Not Going Out & Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club.
He was also co-host of Soccer AM on Sky Sports and was co-host of FLINCH on Netflix. Other TV credits include 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Comedy Central Live at The Comedy Store, Pointless Celebrities & Roast Battle.
????? “Griffith was absolutely outstanding” – Broadway Baby
————-
??Ria Lina is a Filipina comedian known for her appearances on BBC’s Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Now Show and Mock The Week.
“Fearless, provocative and very funny” – The Scotsman
Â
This show is not to be missed!
Strictly over 18s only.
Please note that the line-up may be subject to change without notice.

Josh Pugh & Jessica Fostekew - Previews
2025-07-07 20:00 | The Lamplighter, 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 3JS, United Kingdom
Venue: 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton NN1 3JS
Date: Monday 7th July
Times: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £10 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Josh Pugh and Jessica Fostekew â€“ Work in progress shows

Comedy Crate Weekender 2025
2025-07-12 - 2025-07-13
Comedy Crate Weekender 2025

3 Venues â€“ The Charles Bradlaugh, The Black Prince and The Lamplighter (Saturday only)
25 acts across 2 days.
You’ll get to see a maximum of 5 shows per day, totalling just £4 per hour long show for a weekend ticket.
It will be wristband entry. Collection of wristbands will be on the day, giving you access to all venues.
All the shows will be Edinburgh Previews or Work in Progress shows. These are great opportunities to see acts try out some new stuff in preparation for their Edinburgh runs and upcoming tour shows.
Each show will be roughly 1 hour long. There will also be half hour intervals between each show, with a 1 hour interval after the 2nd show to allow for a decent food break.
Please note, all venues have a limited capacity, if there is an act you really want to see, get to that venue in plenty of time.
Venues:
The Charles Bradlaugh â€“ 1 Earl St, Northampton NN1 3AU
The Black Prince â€“ 15 Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
The Lamplighter (Saturday only) â€“ 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton NN1 3JS
To find out more about who is on and what the shows are about click HERE.
Â

Sharon Wanjohi & Matt Rouse - Previews
2025-07-17 20:00 | Coconut Paradise, 9 Gold Street Mews, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 1RA, United Kingdom
Venue: Coconut Paradise, 9 Gold Street Mews, Northampton NN1 1RA
Date: Thursday 17th July
Times: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £8 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Sharon Wanjohi & Matt Rouse â€“ Work in progress shows

Tadiwa Mahlunge & Ross Smith - Previews - 19th July
2025-07-19 15:00 | The Lamplighter, 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 3JS, United Kingdom
Venue: The Lamplighter, 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton NN1 3JS
Date: Saturday 19th July
Times: Doors 2:00pm Show 3:00pm
Price: £8 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Tadiwa Mahlunge & Ross Smith— Work in progress shows

Paul Sinha & Ian Stone - Edinburgh Previews - 23rd July
2025-07-23 20:00 | Cheyne Walk Club, 2 Cheyne Walk, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PU, United Kingdom
Venue: Cheyne Walk Club, 2 Cheyne Walk, Northampton NN1 5PU
Date: Wednesday 23rd July
Times: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
Price: £12 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Paul Sinha & Ian Stone â€“ Work in progress shows

Daliso Chaponda & Rory O'Hanlon - Edinburgh Previews - 26th July
2025-07-26 14:00 | The Black Prince, 15 Abington Square,, Northampton, Northants, NN1 4AE, United Kingdom
Venue: Church Restaurant, 67-83 Bridge St, Northampton NN1 1PD
Date: Saturday 26th July
Times: Doors 1:00pm Show 2:00pm
Price: £10 a ticket plus £1 booking fee.
Featuring: Daliso Chaponda & Rory O’Hanlon â€“ Work in progress shows

Alistair Williams and Tania Edwards ON TOUR
2025-09-05 20:00 - 21:40 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Alistair Williams & Tania Edwards ON TOUR
After a series of acclaimed sold-out London shows, British Comedian of the Year Alistair Williams and award-winning stand-up Tania Edwards are ON TOUR.
This is fast, smart, gag packed, unapologetic comedy from two razor sharp comics at the top of their game.
“Alistair’s urgent energy and compelling confidence make him stand out… a punchy set tore the roof of the gig so conclusively he seemed impossible to beat from the moment he stepped on stage.” Chortle
“outrageous humour… Tania Edwards has mastered her craft” ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? Ed Fest Mag
“brilliantly dark jokes” ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? Voice
“sharp and savage wit” ?? ?? ?? ?? The Sunday Post
?? ?? ?? ?? ?? BBC Arts Desk
AGE RESTRICTION : 16+

Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club
2025-09-20 20:00, 2025-09-25 20:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Don’t miss our comedy club with compere Dan Evans.
This season features many of comedy’s rising stars.
Doors 7.45pm Show 8pm.

Sat 20 September
Michael Shafar
Rachel Fairburn
Ed Night
This show will take place in the Underground

Sat 25 October
Tony Law
Toussaint Douglass
Abigoliah Schamaun
This show will take place in the Underground

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

Comedy evening w/ @thecomedycrate
2025-09-24 19:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Comedy evening w/ @thecomedycrate (Tickets available via their site)

Alan Davies
2025-09-26 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
He thinks he’s Marty McFly but he’s older than Doc Brown. He spends more time in the pharmacy than the gym. Subject to relentless eye rolls from his kids. What is he? A late middle-aged stand up on tour for the first time in a decade. Funnier than ever, he says.
Alan Davies is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and TV personality. He is a staple of British television, known for his performance as the eponymous hero of David Renwick’s hugely popular, long-running TV series Jonathan Creek, and as a permanent panelist on QI. His talk show, Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled, recently reached its seventh season. He is also one of the UK’s best-loved comedians. His stand-up show Urban Trauma ran in London’s West End and Life is Pain and Little Victories sold out in venues across the UK. His second memoir, Just Ignore Him was published in 2020 and the third instalment will be published later this year.
