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  • Shoot From The Hip

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

    Shoot From The Hip bring their award-winning, TikTok-viral improvised comedy to Northampton! Featuring chaotic games, epic scenes, and ever-so-slightly unhinged performances, their Metro, Evening Standard, and Time Out-recommended shows are completely unscripted, unpredictable – and unforgettable. “Pitched to perfection Go and see them, and wear waterproof mascara.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Reviews Hub “Jaw-achingly funny” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Bookmarks and Stages ”Quick-witted and fast on their feet”– ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Broadway World “As refined as it is ridiculous not one to miss.” – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Broadway Baby “Side-splitting quick wit” – The Evening Standard “Well worth a shot (pun intended)” – Time Out

  • Zog

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

    ‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. Zog 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? This 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.

  • Cube Disability Presents

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

    The Cube Disability presents (a show inspired by) High School Musical! This vibrant, unique production brings together your favourite songs from High School Musical 1, 2 and 3 in one unforgettable show. Talented performers from The Cube Disability and friends take to the stage, where individuality shines. Expect big vocals, high energy, and serious Wildcat spirit!

  • MC Hammersmith: Hippity Hoppity Get Off My Property

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

    MC Hammersmith is the world’s leading freestyle rapper to emerge from the ghetto of middle-class West London. He presents an hour of improvised comedy raps based on your suggestions. Featuring brand-new routines for 2026! You’ll leave astounded at the speed of his brain, the spontaneity of his punchlines, and the stability of his upbringing. Jaw-dropping, hilarious, utterly unbelievable. ★★★★★ ‘Stomach-achingly funny raps’ (EdFringeReview.com). ★★★★★ ‘An improvised hip-hop masterpiece’ (VoiceMag.uk). Tour support for Jason Manford. 200 million views online. As heard on BBC Radio 4, as seen on Beta Squad.

  • Thank You For The Music

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

    THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music! This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show, now in its 22nd year, with a brand-new show for 2026 combines the unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes, and dazzling performances by our all-star cast. Join us for the party of the year, you can dance, you can jive, and have the time of your life as we bring you all the hits, including Waterloo, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Mamma Mia, Knowing Me, Knowing You, Gimme, Gimme, Gimme, The Winner Takes It All and many many more! Thank you for the Music! For without a song or a dance what are we! Touring the nation. Tickets on sale now! This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.

  • SIX: The Musical

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

    DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! The 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! Winner 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). From 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. Think you know the rhyme, think again… Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE! ACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES Audio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm) This performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. BSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm This performance will be BSL Interpreted. Please click here for Access Information

  • The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)

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

    The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present Reduced Shakespeare Company in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present a new version of the West End classic – rebooted and reimagined for 2026. All 37 plays. Three actors. One wildly funny show. The 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. Expect 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. After 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.

  • SIX: The Musical

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

    DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! The 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! Winner 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). From 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. Think you know the rhyme, think again… Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE! ACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES Audio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm) This performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. BSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm This performance will be BSL Interpreted. Please click here for Access Information

  • The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)

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

    The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present Reduced Shakespeare Company in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present a new version of the West End classic – rebooted and reimagined for 2026. All 37 plays. Three actors. One wildly funny show. The 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. Expect 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. After 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.

  • The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)

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

    The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present Reduced Shakespeare Company in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present a new version of the West End classic – rebooted and reimagined for 2026. All 37 plays. Three actors. One wildly funny show. The 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. Expect 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. After 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.