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SUMMARY:Tambo & Bones
DESCRIPTION:Tambo and?Bones are stuck in a minstrel show. \nIt’s hard to know what’s real when you’re stuck in a minstrel show. \nTheir escape plan: get out\, get rich\, get even. \nAN ACTORS TOURING COMPANY\, STRATFORD EAST AND ROYAL & DERNGATE\, NORTHAMPTON CO-PRODUCTION IN ASSOCIATION WITH BELGRADE THEATRE\, LEEDS PLAYHOUSE AND LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN \nIn this exhilarating\, funny and provocative satire\, Tambo and?Bones journey from comedy double-act\, to hip-hop superstars\, to activists in a future America\, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race. \nSpanning 500 years of history\, Tambo & Bones laughs through our past\, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world and for theatre. \nTambo & Bones was one of the most talked about cultural events of 2023 when it received its UK premiere at Stratford East. Directed by Matthew Xia\, this Made In Northampton co-production opens in Northampton before embarking on its first ever UK tour. \nJoin the Conversation – Post-Show Discussion with the cast and associate director.\nWednesday 12 March \nDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity to engage directly with the creative team behind Tambo & Bones! Join Director Matthew Xia\,  Associate Director Dubheasa Lanipekun\, Jesse Jones\, Artistic Director of Royal & Derngate\, and some of the cast for a thought-provoking discussion about the show\, its themes\, and the bold\, satirical exploration of race\, identity\, and revolution. \nAsk your questions\, share your thoughts\, and dive deeper into the conversation. \nThis post-show event is free for ticket holders of the evening performance on Wed 12 March. Spaces are limited\, so book your tickets now to secure your spot! \nWe have a dedicated Sensory Space available to all audience members throughout the show. This quiet\, low-stimulation area offers a place to take a break\, decompress\, or step away if needed. It features dimmed lighting\, comfortable seating\, and show-specific resources for Tambo & Bones. Our aim is to provide a calm and supportive environment so that all audience members can engage with the production in the way that feels right for them. Please ask a member of staff for directions. \n\nContent warning \nThis satirical show contains?sounds of gunfire\, strong language\, repeated use of a racial slur\, references to ethnic violence and war crimes\,?and discusses themes some may find upsetting relating to race.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/tambo-bones/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Tambo & Bones
DESCRIPTION:Tambo and?Bones are stuck in a minstrel show. \nIt’s hard to know what’s real when you’re stuck in a minstrel show. \nTheir escape plan: get out\, get rich\, get even. \nAN ACTORS TOURING COMPANY\, STRATFORD EAST AND ROYAL & DERNGATE\, NORTHAMPTON CO-PRODUCTION IN ASSOCIATION WITH BELGRADE THEATRE\, LEEDS PLAYHOUSE AND LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN \nIn this exhilarating\, funny and provocative satire\, Tambo and?Bones journey from comedy double-act\, to hip-hop superstars\, to activists in a future America\, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race. \nSpanning 500 years of history\, Tambo & Bones laughs through our past\, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world and for theatre. \nTambo & Bones was one of the most talked about cultural events of 2023 when it received its UK premiere at Stratford East. Directed by Matthew Xia\, this Made In Northampton co-production opens in Northampton before embarking on its first ever UK tour. \nJoin the Conversation – Post-Show Discussion with the cast and associate director.\nWednesday 12 March \nDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity to engage directly with the creative team behind Tambo & Bones! Join Director Matthew Xia\,  Associate Director Dubheasa Lanipekun\, Jesse Jones\, Artistic Director of Royal & Derngate\, and some of the cast for a thought-provoking discussion about the show\, its themes\, and the bold\, satirical exploration of race\, identity\, and revolution. \nAsk your questions\, share your thoughts\, and dive deeper into the conversation. \nThis post-show event is free for ticket holders of the evening performance on Wed 12 March. Spaces are limited\, so book your tickets now to secure your spot! \nWe have a dedicated Sensory Space available to all audience members throughout the show. This quiet\, low-stimulation area offers a place to take a break\, decompress\, or step away if needed. It features dimmed lighting\, comfortable seating\, and show-specific resources for Tambo & Bones. Our aim is to provide a calm and supportive environment so that all audience members can engage with the production in the way that feels right for them. Please ask a member of staff for directions. \n\nContent warning \nThis satirical show contains?sounds of gunfire\, strong language\, repeated use of a racial slur\, references to ethnic violence and war crimes\,?and discusses themes some may find upsetting relating to race.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/tambo-bones/2025-03-12/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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SUMMARY:NMPAT: Big Sing March
DESCRIPTION:Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust presents a celebration of our singing heroes\, featuring a massed primary school choir formed from schools across Northamptonshire.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nmpat-big-sing-march/
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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SUMMARY:Tambo & Bones
DESCRIPTION:Tambo and?Bones are stuck in a minstrel show. \nIt’s hard to know what’s real when you’re stuck in a minstrel show. \nTheir escape plan: get out\, get rich\, get even. \nAN ACTORS TOURING COMPANY\, STRATFORD EAST AND ROYAL & DERNGATE\, NORTHAMPTON CO-PRODUCTION IN ASSOCIATION WITH BELGRADE THEATRE\, LEEDS PLAYHOUSE AND LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN \nIn this exhilarating\, funny and provocative satire\, Tambo and?Bones journey from comedy double-act\, to hip-hop superstars\, to activists in a future America\, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race. \nSpanning 500 years of history\, Tambo & Bones laughs through our past\, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world and for theatre. \nTambo & Bones was one of the most talked about cultural events of 2023 when it received its UK premiere at Stratford East. Directed by Matthew Xia\, this Made In Northampton co-production opens in Northampton before embarking on its first ever UK tour. \nJoin the Conversation – Post-Show Discussion with the cast and associate director.\nWednesday 12 March \nDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity to engage directly with the creative team behind Tambo & Bones! Join Director Matthew Xia\,  Associate Director Dubheasa Lanipekun\, Jesse Jones\, Artistic Director of Royal & Derngate\, and some of the cast for a thought-provoking discussion about the show\, its themes\, and the bold\, satirical exploration of race\, identity\, and revolution. \nAsk your questions\, share your thoughts\, and dive deeper into the conversation. \nThis post-show event is free for ticket holders of the evening performance on Wed 12 March. Spaces are limited\, so book your tickets now to secure your spot! \nWe have a dedicated Sensory Space available to all audience members throughout the show. This quiet\, low-stimulation area offers a place to take a break\, decompress\, or step away if needed. It features dimmed lighting\, comfortable seating\, and show-specific resources for Tambo & Bones. Our aim is to provide a calm and supportive environment so that all audience members can engage with the production in the way that feels right for them. Please ask a member of staff for directions. \n\nContent warning \nThis satirical show contains?sounds of gunfire\, strong language\, repeated use of a racial slur\, references to ethnic violence and war crimes\,?and discusses themes some may find upsetting relating to race.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/tambo-bones/2025-03-14/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Katherine Ryan: Battleaxe
DESCRIPTION:Star of UKTV’s hugely popular new series Parental Guidance as well as Comedy Central’s upcoming Out of Order with Rosie Jones and Judi Love\, TV’s beloved Katherine Ryan makes a hugely welcome return to the stage with her brand-new live show\, Battleaxe\, which will embark on a major UK and European tour in 2024. \nKatherine is the creator and Star of Netflix’s smash hit The Duchess along with two global Netflix comedy specials: In Trouble and Glitter Room as well as 2022’s Missus on Sky / Now TV. She also hosted Backstage With Katherine Ryan for Amazon Prime and starred in Sky’s Romantic Getaway with Romesh Ranganathan. Get your tickets now to see a true masterclass in how to enter your Battleaxe era.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/katherine-ryan-battleaxe/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Comedy Night,Royal and Derngate
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SUMMARY:Tambo & Bones
DESCRIPTION:Tambo and?Bones are stuck in a minstrel show. \nIt’s hard to know what’s real when you’re stuck in a minstrel show. \nTheir escape plan: get out\, get rich\, get even. \nAN ACTORS TOURING COMPANY\, STRATFORD EAST AND ROYAL & DERNGATE\, NORTHAMPTON CO-PRODUCTION IN ASSOCIATION WITH BELGRADE THEATRE\, LEEDS PLAYHOUSE AND LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN \nIn this exhilarating\, funny and provocative satire\, Tambo and?Bones journey from comedy double-act\, to hip-hop superstars\, to activists in a future America\, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race. \nSpanning 500 years of history\, Tambo & Bones laughs through our past\, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world and for theatre. \nTambo & Bones was one of the most talked about cultural events of 2023 when it received its UK premiere at Stratford East. Directed by Matthew Xia\, this Made In Northampton co-production opens in Northampton before embarking on its first ever UK tour. \nJoin the Conversation – Post-Show Discussion with the cast and associate director.\nWednesday 12 March \nDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity to engage directly with the creative team behind Tambo & Bones! Join Director Matthew Xia\,  Associate Director Dubheasa Lanipekun\, Jesse Jones\, Artistic Director of Royal & Derngate\, and some of the cast for a thought-provoking discussion about the show\, its themes\, and the bold\, satirical exploration of race\, identity\, and revolution. \nAsk your questions\, share your thoughts\, and dive deeper into the conversation. \nThis post-show event is free for ticket holders of the evening performance on Wed 12 March. Spaces are limited\, so book your tickets now to secure your spot! \nWe have a dedicated Sensory Space available to all audience members throughout the show. This quiet\, low-stimulation area offers a place to take a break\, decompress\, or step away if needed. It features dimmed lighting\, comfortable seating\, and show-specific resources for Tambo & Bones. Our aim is to provide a calm and supportive environment so that all audience members can engage with the production in the way that feels right for them. Please ask a member of staff for directions. \n\nContent warning \nThis satirical show contains?sounds of gunfire\, strong language\, repeated use of a racial slur\, references to ethnic violence and war crimes\,?and discusses themes some may find upsetting relating to race.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/tambo-bones/2025-03-15/2/
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:The ELO Show
DESCRIPTION:THE ELO SHOW – The World’s Greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne and E.L.O are back on the road with a stunning new stage production\, featuring a band of amazing musicians complimented by a female string section and playing hit after hit from ELO’s vast back catalogue. \nAfter touring and selling out venues all over the UK and Europe\, this show gets bigger every year\, now with a dazzling light and laser show\, 3D video screens modeled on ELO’s own touring show design and even a huge spaceship! \nWith beautiful harmonies from six singers\, string section and world class band\, this really is as close as you will get to the Real Thing. \nExpect songs like\, Evil Woman\, Don’t Bring Me Down\, Telephone Line\, Sweet Talkin Woman\, Turn to stone\, Wild West Hero\, The Diary of Horace Wimp and of course the legendary Mr. Blue Sky plus many more with a surprise or two. \nDon’t miss out on this fantastic night of nostalgia and classic tunes. \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-elo-show-3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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