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SUMMARY:Fever: Ballet Of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dance and light show. \nEnjoy a unique fusion of classical ballet and modern technology\, where local dancers literally light up the stage with glittering routines and glow-in-the-dark costumes. The timeless tale of the cursed princess awakened by her true love’s kiss comes to life on stage\, as pirouettes and gravity-defying leaps cast a kaleidoscope of colours across the space. \nIt’s a beautiful production you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets now for Fever: Ballet Of Lights! \nTickets are sold through Fever’s website. Seats are allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis within each zone. 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/fever-ballet-of-lights/2026-05-22/2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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SUMMARY:Fever: Ballet Of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dance and light show. \nEnjoy a unique fusion of classical ballet and modern technology\, where local dancers literally light up the stage with glittering routines and glow-in-the-dark costumes. The timeless tale of the cursed princess awakened by her true love’s kiss comes to life on stage\, as pirouettes and gravity-defying leaps cast a kaleidoscope of colours across the space. \nIt’s a beautiful production you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets now for Fever: Ballet Of Lights! \nTickets are sold through Fever’s website. Seats are allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis within each zone. 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/fever-ballet-of-lights/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700129T000000
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SUMMARY:SIX: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! \nThe crowning glory of Broadway\, the West End and beyond\, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Northampton following its previous sell out success! \nWinner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’\, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album\, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times). \nFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses\, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales\, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. \nThink you know the rhyme\, think again… \nDivorced. Beheaded. LIVE! \n\nACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES \nAudio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm)\nThis performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. \nBSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm\nThis performance will be BSL Interpreted. \nPlease click here for Access Information
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700129T000000
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CREATED:20260418T122653Z
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SUMMARY:The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
DESCRIPTION:The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present\nReduced Shakespeare Company\nin\nThe Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)\nby Adam Long\, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. \nThe Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present a new version of the West End classic – rebooted and reimagined for 2026. \nAll 37 plays. Three actors. One wildly funny show. \nThe worldwide comedy hit returns with a brand-new\, updated version of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)\, a fast\, furious and gloriously absurd sprint through all of the Bard’s tragedies\, comedies and histories. \nExpect Hamlet performed backwards\, Titus Andronicus as a YouTube cooking tutorial\, and all of the History plays turned into a chaotic football match where the crown is kicked from king to king. Throw in lightning-fast costume changes\, sword fights\, outrageous improvisation and the result is a wildly inventive and hilarious celebration of Shakespeare. \nAfter nine years in London’s West End\, two TV specials and performances in over 20 countries\, the Reduced Shakespeare Company bring their legendary Shakespeare spoof to a new generation of audiences.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-complete-works-of-william-shakespeare-abridged/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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SUMMARY:SIX: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! \nThe crowning glory of Broadway\, the West End and beyond\, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Northampton following its previous sell out success! \nWinner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’\, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album\, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times). \nFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses\, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales\, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. \nThink you know the rhyme\, think again… \nDivorced. Beheaded. LIVE! \n\nACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES \nAudio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm)\nThis performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. \nBSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm\nThis performance will be BSL Interpreted. \nPlease click here for Access Information
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/2026-05-15/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700128T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T122414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T122414Z
UID:136175-1778868000-2332800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:SIX: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! \nThe crowning glory of Broadway\, the West End and beyond\, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Northampton following its previous sell out success! \nWinner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’\, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album\, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times). \nFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses\, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales\, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. \nThink you know the rhyme\, think again… \nDivorced. Beheaded. LIVE! \n\nACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES \nAudio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm)\nThis performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. \nBSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm\nThis performance will be BSL Interpreted. \nPlease click here for Access Information
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700126T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T122414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T122414Z
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SUMMARY:SIX: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! \nThe crowning glory of Broadway\, the West End and beyond\, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Northampton following its previous sell out success! \nWinner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’\, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album\, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times). \nFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses\, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales\, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. \nThink you know the rhyme\, think again… \nDivorced. Beheaded. LIVE! \n\nACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES \nAudio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm)\nThis performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. \nBSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm\nThis performance will be BSL Interpreted. \nPlease click here for Access Information
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/2026-05-13/2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700126T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T122414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T122414Z
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SUMMARY:SIX: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! \nThe crowning glory of Broadway\, the West End and beyond\, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Northampton following its previous sell out success! \nWinner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’\, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album\, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times). \nFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses\, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales\, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. \nThink you know the rhyme\, think again… \nDivorced. Beheaded. LIVE! \n\nACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES \nAudio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm)\nThis performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. \nBSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm\nThis performance will be BSL Interpreted. \nPlease click here for Access Information
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700123T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
UID:136158-1778419800-1900800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-10/4/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700123T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
UID:136157-1778409000-1900800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700122T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
UID:136156-1778333400-1814400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-09/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700122T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
UID:136155-1778322600-1814400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
UID:136154-1778247000-1728000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-08/2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
UID:136153-1778236200-1728000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T162921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162921Z
UID:135490-1777404600-1777404600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Andy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist
DESCRIPTION:Chair of The News Quiz (Radio 4)\, host of the global hit satirical podcast The Bugle\, and Test Match Special statistician\, the stand-up comedian\, broadcaster and writer\, who has firmly established himself in the vanguard of British comedy with his unique brand of inventive\, incisive political satire\, returns with his latest stand-up show\, The Zaltgeist. \nWith the 3rd millennium almost 2.5% complete\, Andy Zaltzman\, one of the UK’s leading satirical comedians\, assesses the state of Planet Earth and its most famous and controversial species – the human race. \nIn the biggest stand-up tour of his career\, Andy will attempt to concoct vaguely plausible answers to perennial questions such as What?\, Who?\, Where?\, and above all Why? \nAs chair of The News Quiz since 2020\, Andy has brought his inventive brand of satirical comedy to BBC Radio 4’s long-running flagship topical comedy show\, earning the show multiple awards\, critical acclaim and a growing listenership. \nAndy has hosted The Bugle\, one of the world’s longest-running and best-loved comedy podcasts\, since 2007 (alongside John Oliver until 2015\, and with numerous co-hosts from numerous continents since 2016). Renowned for its unique cocktail of up-to-the-minute global satire and premium-grade hogwash\, and listened to by hundreds of thousands around the world\, The Bugle recently passed the 600-episode mark\, and has clocked up around 100 million total downloads. \nAndy is unquestionably amongst the very best of the one-person list of Satirical Stand-Up Comedians Who Are Also Professional Cricket Statisticians. Since 2016\, he has been a key member of the Test Match Special team\, adding his distinctive blend of knowledge\, expertise\, humour and numerical inquisitiveness to the BBC’s legendary cricket broadcast.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/andy-zaltzman-the-zaltgeist/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T162747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162747Z
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SUMMARY:The Shoop Shoop Show: The Cher Collection
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to experience a Cher show like no other – heading to theatres across the UK and Europe in 2026! \n‘Turn Back Time’ with The Shoop Shoop Show – The Cher Collection\, an exhilarating music-led production with a party atmosphere. It is led by international powerhouse vocalist Rachael Hawnt\, the winner of ITV’s Starstruck. \nThe show spans every decade of Cher’s incredible career so be prepared to be dazzled by disco HITS and pop rock chart-toppers. As the show unfolds Rachael’s spot-on impersonation will make you ‘Believe’. \nAs if that wasn’t enough\, the singing sensation performs songs from Cher’s iconic Dancing Queen album\, belting out unforgettable sing-along renditions of ABBA’s greatest hits. \n‘Dressed to Kill’ with incredible custom-made costumes\, jaw-dropping production\, choreography and a world class live band\, The Shoop Shoop Show – The Cher Collection will have you singing and dancing the night away. \n2026 really is the ULTIMATE time to celebrate the music of Cher\, as the Goddess of Pop herself turns 80. \nSo\, grab a ticket\, glam up\, and come and experience the magic of one of the greatest Divas of all time! \nDancing is welcome during this performance! Please listen for announcements from the stage\, stay considerate of those around you and for your safety ensure fire exits remain clear.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-shoop-shoop-show-the-cher-collection/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161530Z
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 \nFor the past 31 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. \nRoyal and Derngate are proud to host the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals in the country\, and we are thrilled to be welcoming hundreds of young people to Northampton again in April 2026 for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent. \nSchool groups and Youth theatres from across the region will perform in compelling new plays including Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley\, Sycamore Gap by Al Smith\, Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh\, The Animals by Sean Buckley\, Fishville by Afsaneh Gray\, and Royal & Derngate’s own Young Company will take part in the festival performing Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood \n\nTuesday 21 April \nSycamore Gap\nSt Peter’s Catholic School\n12pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nHalesowen College\n2pm in The Underground \n\nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nKettering Science Academy\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nWednesday 22 April \n \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nOusedale\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nSycamore Gap\nAlderbrook School\n1pm in Underground \n\nWildfire Road\nMuliplicity\n5:15pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nRoundwood Park\n6:45pm in The Underground \n\n\nThursday 23 April \nThe Animals\nHatton Youth Theatre\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nCambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVP)\n1pm in Underground \n\nCloud Busting\nNorthampton School for Boys\n5.15pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nWollaston School\n6.45pm in Underground \n\n\nFriday 24 April \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nRushden Academy\n12pm in The Royal \n\nThe Animals\nKingsthorpe\n4.45pm in The Royal \n\n\nSaturday 25 April \nCloud Busting\nPegasus Performing Arts\n12pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nNMPAT\n2pm in Underground \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRatzcool\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nSunday 26 April \nSycamore Gap\nDreams Youth Theatre\n12.15pm in The Royal \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRoyal & Derngate Young Company\n5pm in The Royal
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/national-theatre-connections-festival-2026/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T162522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162522Z
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SUMMARY:Justin Live! Justin Time To Rock
DESCRIPTION:Justin Fletcher is back on stage in a brand-new live show! \nGet ready to sing\, dance and laugh along with BAFTA Award-winning Justin\, star of Something Special\, Justin’s House\, Gigglebiz and Gigglequiz as he and his friends are back in a brand-new live theatre show bursting with music\, dancing and plenty of giggles. \nWhen DJ Engelbert\, the coolest canine in the dog-house\, launches a contest to find the best rock song in all the land\, Justin and his band – Justin Time to Rock! – are determined to win! But can they get their song to DJ Engy before the sneaky Rock Lord and his sidekick Vulture try to steal it? \nWith classic favourites like The Hokey Cokey\, Music Man and Hands Up\, plus brand-new songs written by Justin and his team\, Justin Live – Justin Time to Rock! is a high-energy\, feel-good family show guaranteed to get everyone dancing in their seats and leaving with a smile on their face!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/justin-live-justin-time-to-rock/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161530Z
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 \nFor the past 31 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. \nRoyal and Derngate are proud to host the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals in the country\, and we are thrilled to be welcoming hundreds of young people to Northampton again in April 2026 for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent. \nSchool groups and Youth theatres from across the region will perform in compelling new plays including Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley\, Sycamore Gap by Al Smith\, Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh\, The Animals by Sean Buckley\, Fishville by Afsaneh Gray\, and Royal & Derngate’s own Young Company will take part in the festival performing Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood \n\nTuesday 21 April \nSycamore Gap\nSt Peter’s Catholic School\n12pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nHalesowen College\n2pm in The Underground \n\nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nKettering Science Academy\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nWednesday 22 April \n \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nOusedale\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nSycamore Gap\nAlderbrook School\n1pm in Underground \n\nWildfire Road\nMuliplicity\n5:15pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nRoundwood Park\n6:45pm in The Underground \n\n\nThursday 23 April \nThe Animals\nHatton Youth Theatre\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nCambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVP)\n1pm in Underground \n\nCloud Busting\nNorthampton School for Boys\n5.15pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nWollaston School\n6.45pm in Underground \n\n\nFriday 24 April \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nRushden Academy\n12pm in The Royal \n\nThe Animals\nKingsthorpe\n4.45pm in The Royal \n\n\nSaturday 25 April \nCloud Busting\nPegasus Performing Arts\n12pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nNMPAT\n2pm in Underground \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRatzcool\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nSunday 26 April \nSycamore Gap\nDreams Youth Theatre\n12.15pm in The Royal \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRoyal & Derngate Young Company\n5pm in The Royal
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/national-theatre-connections-festival-2026/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T162316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162316Z
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SUMMARY:The Greatest Hits of Motown – How Sweet It Is
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s Favourite 100% LIVE Motown Show – as it is\, as it was\, as it should be. Delivers first class music with slick choreography and an amazing band for a stunning ‘not to be missed’ Motown experience. \nSeen by over one million people this show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling with songs from legendary artistes such as The Temptations\, Stevie Wonder\, The Four Tops\, Smokey Robinson\, Marvin Gaye\, The Jackson Five\, The Isley Brothers\, Edwin Starr and many more! \n“They had the moves\, the looks\, the voices and every Motown Classic you could ask for” Jersey Evening News\, Sarah Harding \nThe ULTIMATE celebration of  the sweet sound of Motown \nLet’s Get Ready… to Go Loco\, Down in Acapulco \nDancing is welcome in certain sections during this performance! Please listen for announcements from the stage\, stay considerate of those around you and for your safety ensure fire exits remain clear. If you’d like to change your seat\, our team is here to help—just let us know\, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request (subject to availability).
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-greatest-hits-of-motown-how-sweet-it-is-3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161530Z
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 \nFor the past 31 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. \nRoyal and Derngate are proud to host the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals in the country\, and we are thrilled to be welcoming hundreds of young people to Northampton again in April 2026 for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent. \nSchool groups and Youth theatres from across the region will perform in compelling new plays including Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley\, Sycamore Gap by Al Smith\, Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh\, The Animals by Sean Buckley\, Fishville by Afsaneh Gray\, and Royal & Derngate’s own Young Company will take part in the festival performing Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood \n\nTuesday 21 April \nSycamore Gap\nSt Peter’s Catholic School\n12pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nHalesowen College\n2pm in The Underground \n\nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nKettering Science Academy\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nWednesday 22 April \n \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nOusedale\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nSycamore Gap\nAlderbrook School\n1pm in Underground \n\nWildfire Road\nMuliplicity\n5:15pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nRoundwood Park\n6:45pm in The Underground \n\n\nThursday 23 April \nThe Animals\nHatton Youth Theatre\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nCambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVP)\n1pm in Underground \n\nCloud Busting\nNorthampton School for Boys\n5.15pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nWollaston School\n6.45pm in Underground \n\n\nFriday 24 April \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nRushden Academy\n12pm in The Royal \n\nThe Animals\nKingsthorpe\n4.45pm in The Royal \n\n\nSaturday 25 April \nCloud Busting\nPegasus Performing Arts\n12pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nNMPAT\n2pm in Underground \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRatzcool\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nSunday 26 April \nSycamore Gap\nDreams Youth Theatre\n12.15pm in The Royal \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRoyal & Derngate Young Company\n5pm in The Royal
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/national-theatre-connections-festival-2026/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T162101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162101Z
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SUMMARY:Preston Hedges Trust and Silhouette: Twelfth Night
DESCRIPTION:Preston Hedges Academy Trust and Silhouette Youth present their version of Twelfth Night. \nAll the year 5 children have been working on the play and have engaged with Shakespeare through the performing Arts. They have each been given a section of the play and have used the performing arts to bring it to life. They have created dances\, original music and have developed their dramatic talents is a safe\, secure and creative space.\nThis evening is a testament to the importance the trust places on the performing Arts and Oracy and how they seek to develop every young person within the trust. By working with Silhouette we have been able to give them this opportunity to shine. \nWe hope you enjoy the show and we cant wait to share this incredible story!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/preston-hedges-trust-and-silhouette-twelfth-night/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161530Z
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 \nFor the past 31 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. \nRoyal and Derngate are proud to host the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals in the country\, and we are thrilled to be welcoming hundreds of young people to Northampton again in April 2026 for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent. \nSchool groups and Youth theatres from across the region will perform in compelling new plays including Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley\, Sycamore Gap by Al Smith\, Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh\, The Animals by Sean Buckley\, Fishville by Afsaneh Gray\, and Royal & Derngate’s own Young Company will take part in the festival performing Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood \n\nTuesday 21 April \nSycamore Gap\nSt Peter’s Catholic School\n12pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nHalesowen College\n2pm in The Underground \n\nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nKettering Science Academy\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nWednesday 22 April \n \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nOusedale\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nSycamore Gap\nAlderbrook School\n1pm in Underground \n\nWildfire Road\nMuliplicity\n5:15pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nRoundwood Park\n6:45pm in The Underground \n\n\nThursday 23 April \nThe Animals\nHatton Youth Theatre\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nCambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVP)\n1pm in Underground \n\nCloud Busting\nNorthampton School for Boys\n5.15pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nWollaston School\n6.45pm in Underground \n\n\nFriday 24 April \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nRushden Academy\n12pm in The Royal \n\nThe Animals\nKingsthorpe\n4.45pm in The Royal \n\n\nSaturday 25 April \nCloud Busting\nPegasus Performing Arts\n12pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nNMPAT\n2pm in Underground \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRatzcool\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nSunday 26 April \nSycamore Gap\nDreams Youth Theatre\n12.15pm in The Royal \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRoyal & Derngate Young Company\n5pm in The Royal
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/national-theatre-connections-festival-2026/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T161939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161939Z
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SUMMARY:The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:After entertaining 700\,000 guests across the UK\, USA and Europe\, The Rock Orchestra is back in the UK with a brand new setlist! Prepare for a spellbinding 90- minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy. \nIn ethereal candlelit settings\, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal. The Rock Orchestra is a rotating collective of classical musicians\, featuring some of the world’s greatest instrumentalists and vocalists. \nPerforming the music of iconic bands including: Metallica\, Guns N Roses\, AC/DC\, System Of A Down\, The Cranberries\, My Chemical Romance\, Linkin’ Park\, Rage Against The Machine\, Nirvana\, The Rolling Stones & more! \nThe Rock Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the artists and composers listed. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-rock-orchestra-by-candlelight/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260429T052352
CREATED:20260401T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161530Z
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 \nFor the past 31 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. \nRoyal and Derngate are proud to host the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals in the country\, and we are thrilled to be welcoming hundreds of young people to Northampton again in April 2026 for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent. \nSchool groups and Youth theatres from across the region will perform in compelling new plays including Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley\, Sycamore Gap by Al Smith\, Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh\, The Animals by Sean Buckley\, Fishville by Afsaneh Gray\, and Royal & Derngate’s own Young Company will take part in the festival performing Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood \n\nTuesday 21 April \nSycamore Gap\nSt Peter’s Catholic School\n12pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nHalesowen College\n2pm in The Underground \n\nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nKettering Science Academy\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nWednesday 22 April \n \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nOusedale\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nSycamore Gap\nAlderbrook School\n1pm in Underground \n\nWildfire Road\nMuliplicity\n5:15pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nRoundwood Park\n6:45pm in The Underground \n\n\nThursday 23 April \nThe Animals\nHatton Youth Theatre\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nCambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVP)\n1pm in Underground \n\nCloud Busting\nNorthampton School for Boys\n5.15pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nWollaston School\n6.45pm in Underground \n\n\nFriday 24 April \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nRushden Academy\n12pm in The Royal \n\nThe Animals\nKingsthorpe\n4.45pm in The Royal \n\n\nSaturday 25 April \nCloud Busting\nPegasus Performing Arts\n12pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nNMPAT\n2pm in Underground \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRatzcool\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nSunday 26 April \nSycamore Gap\nDreams Youth Theatre\n12.15pm in The Royal \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRoyal & Derngate Young Company\n5pm in The Royal
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/national-theatre-connections-festival-2026/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
DESCRIPTION:Seen by over 22 million people worldwide \nThis sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Royal & Derngate as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour. \nForget feel good\, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama\, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story\, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake\, Iowa\, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. \nFeaturing two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written\, including That’ll Be The Day\, Rave On\, Johnny B. Goode\, Oh Boy\, La Bamba\, Chantilly Lace\, Raining In My Heart\, Everyday\, Shout and many many more\, this show is just Peggy Sue–perb! \nBook now for the most successful Rock & Roll Musical of all time! \n‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’ The Sun
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story/2026-04-21/2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
DESCRIPTION:Seen by over 22 million people worldwide \nThis sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Royal & Derngate as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour. \nForget feel good\, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama\, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story\, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake\, Iowa\, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. \nFeaturing two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written\, including That’ll Be The Day\, Rave On\, Johnny B. Goode\, Oh Boy\, La Bamba\, Chantilly Lace\, Raining In My Heart\, Everyday\, Shout and many many more\, this show is just Peggy Sue–perb! \nBook now for the most successful Rock & Roll Musical of all time! \n‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’ The Sun
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 \nFor the past 31 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. \nRoyal and Derngate are proud to host the largest and most diverse of the regional Connections festivals in the country\, and we are thrilled to be welcoming hundreds of young people to Northampton again in April 2026 for what promises to be an exciting week of new writing packed with young talent. \nSchool groups and Youth theatres from across the region will perform in compelling new plays including Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley\, Sycamore Gap by Al Smith\, Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh\, The Animals by Sean Buckley\, Fishville by Afsaneh Gray\, and Royal & Derngate’s own Young Company will take part in the festival performing Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood \n\nTuesday 21 April \nSycamore Gap\nSt Peter’s Catholic School\n12pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nHalesowen College\n2pm in The Underground \n\nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nKettering Science Academy\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nWednesday 22 April \n \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nOusedale\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nSycamore Gap\nAlderbrook School\n1pm in Underground \n\nWildfire Road\nMuliplicity\n5:15pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nRoundwood Park\n6:45pm in The Underground \n\n\nThursday 23 April \nThe Animals\nHatton Youth Theatre\n11.30am in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nCambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVP)\n1pm in Underground \n\nCloud Busting\nNorthampton School for Boys\n5.15pm in The Royal \n\nWildfire Road\nWollaston School\n6.45pm in Underground \n\n\nFriday 24 April \nMacbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\, Macbeth\nRushden Academy\n12pm in The Royal \n\nThe Animals\nKingsthorpe\n4.45pm in The Royal \n\n\nSaturday 25 April \nCloud Busting\nPegasus Performing Arts\n12pm in The Royal \n\nFishville\nNMPAT\n2pm in Underground \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRatzcool\n5.30pm in The Royal \n\n\nSunday 26 April \nSycamore Gap\nDreams Youth Theatre\n12.15pm in The Royal \n\nBritney’s Lock\nRoyal & Derngate Young Company\n5pm in The Royal
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/national-theatre-connections-festival-2026/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
DESCRIPTION:Seen by over 22 million people worldwide \nThis sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Royal & Derngate as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour. \nForget feel good\, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama\, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story\, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake\, Iowa\, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. \nFeaturing two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written\, including That’ll Be The Day\, Rave On\, Johnny B. Goode\, Oh Boy\, La Bamba\, Chantilly Lace\, Raining In My Heart\, Everyday\, Shout and many many more\, this show is just Peggy Sue–perb! \nBook now for the most successful Rock & Roll Musical of all time! \n‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’ The Sun
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T193000
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CREATED:20260401T155617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T155617Z
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SUMMARY:Frankie Goes To Bollywood
DESCRIPTION:After a smash-hit UK tour\, Frankie Goes To Bollywood returns – bigger\, bolder\, and bursting with Bollywood glamour. \nThis dazzling musical comedy-drama dives deep into the glitzy\, high-pressure world of Indian cinema\, where dreams are mass-produced\, identities are reshaped\, and women are expected to smile and play by the script written for them. \nAt the centre of it all is Frankie\, a young British woman with little interest in fame. But her quiet suburban life is turned upside down as she is thrust into a world of dazzling lights\, choreographed perfection and media obsession. Frankie must decide: Can she become a star without losing who she really is? \nWhat must she give up to succeed in a man’s world – and what is she willing to fight for? \nWith show-stopping choreography\, lavish costumes\, and a cast of unforgettable characters\, Frankie Goes To Bollywood is a bold\, uplifting story of ambition\, transformation\, and the power of telling your own story. \nFeaturing original Bollywood songs by hit composer Harry Anand\, this is Rifco Theatre Company’s most ambitious production yet – a celebration of love\, identity and courage\, packed with joy\, drama\, and spectacular entertainment. \nWhether you’re a fan of musicals\, Bollywood films\, or powerful British stories\, this is one night at the theatre you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/frankie-goes-to-bollywood/2026-04-18/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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