Dancing Schools UK! 2025

Mayhew Youth Dance Company

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

The Mayhew Youth Dance Company return to the Royal stage with a varied programme of classical and contemporary works. This young dynamic company shine in a mixture of established repertoire and new choreography created specifically for the company. With a wealth of young talent on show, this production will appeal to all lovers of dance.

The Searchers: Thank You Tour

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Retirement does not come easy for The Searchers. Thus far they have completed no less than three ‘final’ tours. That was to be it, no more. But Never Say Never, has been their motto and only something very special could change their minds. Well, just such a thing has happened. They will include many of their long list of successes such as Sweets For My Sweet, Sugar & Spice, Needles & Pins, What Have They Done To The Rain? Love Potion Number 9, Don`t Throw Your Love Away, and so many more. Officially named last year as the longest serving pop group in British history they have toured continually over 67 years since choosing the title of the classic 1957 John Wayne movie as a name for their skiffle group. In 1963 they shot to number one in the UK charts with their first single Sweets For My Sweet and the rest is history.

Lord What Fools These Mortals Be

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

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

Steve Steinman’s Love Hurts – Power Ballads & Anthems

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

From the producers of Anything For Love and Vampires Rock and starring Steve Steinman, this brand-new show features a powerhouse cast of amazing singers and 7 piece live band. You are guaranteed the night of your life, rocking out to some of the greatest power ballads and anthems of all time! Includes tracks from Fleetwood Mac, Heart, Whitesnake, Billy Idol, Aerosmith, Tina Turner, Cutting Crew, Foreigner, REO Speedwagon, Rainbow, Van Halen, Europe, Air Supply and many more.

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The King’s Speech

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Britain is in crisis, and so is The King. As Hitler threatens Europe, a concerned nation needs to hear from its monarch. But facing the biggest moment of his life, King George VI is unable to find his voice. Based on the Academy Award-winning film starring Colin Firth, this is the moving story of how The King overcame his fear of public speaking through the help of Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue The King’s Speech details the unlikely relationship between royalty and a tough Australian speech therapist, who empowers the stammering future King with the ability to speak to, and for, the nation. From our community.

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The King’s Speech

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Britain is in crisis, and so is The King. As Hitler threatens Europe, a concerned nation needs to hear from its monarch. But facing the biggest moment of his life, King George VI is unable to find his voice. Based on the Academy Award-winning film starring Colin Firth, this is the moving story of how The King overcame his fear of public speaking through the help of Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue The King’s Speech details the unlikely relationship between royalty and a tough Australian speech therapist, who empowers the stammering future King with the ability to speak to, and for, the nation. From our community.

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The King’s Speech

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Britain is in crisis, and so is The King. As Hitler threatens Europe, a concerned nation needs to hear from its monarch. But facing the biggest moment of his life, King George VI is unable to find his voice. Based on the Academy Award-winning film starring Colin Firth, this is the moving story of how The King overcame his fear of public speaking through the help of Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue The King’s Speech details the unlikely relationship between royalty and a tough Australian speech therapist, who empowers the stammering future King with the ability to speak to, and for, the nation. From our community.

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Guenther Steiner: Unfiltered LIVE

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive. Following his sell-out 2024 tour and hot off the release of his latest book, Unfiltered, Formula 1’s favourite underdog is back on the road for his biggest tour ever as he takes us into the pit lanes and onto the circuits of the world’s greatest race tracks. Through this unique lens, he guides us on a thrilling rollercoaster ride through the heart of high-stakes motor racing, sharing an unobstructed view of the pressures and exhilaration of high-speed competition. Full of twists and turns, from hiring and firing drivers, balancing books, pre-season preparations, the design, launch and testing of a car, culminating in the inside story of his severance from the team – Guenther will take you on a wild ride through his unconventional career in motor sport, his decade working on the Haas team… and beyond. Uncompromising, brutally funny and searingly honest, this is Guenther at his very best, telling his story as only he can. Not an event any fan of Formula 1 can afford to miss....

Upfront Comedy

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

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

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons with the English Chamber Orchestra

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Handel – Concerto Grosso No.11 in A major Bach – Concerto for Oboe and Violin in C Minor Mozart – Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Vivaldi – The Four Seasons Join the English Chamber Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of classical brilliance directed by their Leader and Principal Stephanie Gonley, performing an exquisite programme of the most cherished works from the Baroque and Classical eras. Transport yourself through the seasons with Vivaldi’s iconic Four Seasons – a breathtaking journey from the icy chill of winter to the warmth of summer. With its vibrant rhythms and vivid violin solos, this masterpiece continues to captivate audiences around the world. The programme also includes Bach’s Concerto for Oboe and Violin which features a dynamic dialogue between two soloists, weaving intricate melodies and harmonious counterpoint in a dance of musical conversation; Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik – a joyful and lively serenade that captures the very essence of elegance and grace. Its famous opening movement will have you humming long after the concert ends and Handel’s Concerto Grosso No.11, a thrilling work that balances grandeur with intimacy. With its majestic themes and energetic interplay between strings, this piece showcases the orchestra’s virtuosic capabilities in full force. Whether you’re a lifelong classical aficionado or new to the genre, this concert promises to leave you captivated by...

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