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Punk Off

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

50 years since punk and new wave kicked the door in, Punk Off storms the stage—louder, bolder, and messier than ever. After a riotous debut tour in 2025, this one-of-a-kind concert show returns with music from Blondie, The Ramones, Sex Pistols, The Clash and more. It’s raw. It’s rebellious. And it’s alive. This isn’t a tribute—it’s a riot. A full-throttle celebration of the era that tore up the rulebook and made being loud a lifestyle. With a fierce cast of musicians, singers and dancers, Punk Off throws you headfirst into the scenes, sound, and spirit of punk. Dancing 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.

Tony Stockwell – Psychic Medium

The Old Savoy - The home of The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE

Tony Stockwell – Psychic Medium Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed, and always humorous The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long-established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates, and locations and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity, and empathy. The evening may include psychometry, photograph readings and psychic prediction. Recent legislative guidelines insist that any Evening of Mediumship should be billed ‘for entertainment purposes’. Tony certainly uses his natural wit, showmanship, and Cockney charisma to entertain but more important, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and instil in them a sense of peace, comfort, and purpose. We hope that nobody can fail to come away untouched by the experience.

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The Gruffalo’s Child

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

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books Access Enhanced Performance Relaxed Performance The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. Audio Described & Touch Tour The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. Please click here for Access Performance Information EDUCATIONAL RATE £12 with 1 free ticket for every 10 Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Tribute to The Carpenters

The Old Savoy - The home of The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE

Tribute to The Carpenters One of the original, very first tribute shows touring the UK is back by popular demand, with an all new production of, Tribute to The Carpenters. Brought to you by renown producers, Entertainers. Home to shows including, The Magic of Motown, Fastlove and Lost in Music. Join us for the one very special night as we celebrate the music of the Carpenters and take you on a musical journey through all the hits and the sound track of our lives. Songs including, Close to you, Top of the world, Raining days and Mondays, Mr Postman, Goodbye to Love and many many more. Featuring Gordy Marshall’s, The British Carpenters, starring the fantastic Sally Creedon as Karen Carpenter and with a fantastic cast made up of musicians straight from London’s West End. This show is not be missed, it’s a beautiful moving musical journey. So join us as we bring you the smallest of dreams coming true and as we escape this world full of madness, for one night only. Tribute to The Carpenters, touring the UK once again.

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The Gruffalo’s Child

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

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books Access Enhanced Performance Relaxed Performance The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. Audio Described & Touch Tour The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. Please click here for Access Performance Information EDUCATIONAL RATE £12 with 1 free ticket for every 10 Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Handbag Heaven Club Night

The Old Savoy - The home of The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE

Live on Stage “It’s a night of Old Skool disco! Where do people who used to tear up the dancefloors in the 60s/ 70s/ 80s or even 90s go to now if they want to dance? To a Handbag Heaven Club Night at The Old Savoy! A riot of memories, camp fun and iconic tunes hosted by Radio Northampton’s Bernie Keith, it’s a return to the dance floors we grew up with. 4 hours of non-stop dancing at The Deco – Handbag Heaven Club Nights will be the place to bring it all back!” Get your tickets now. Doors at 7pm, fun starts 7.30pm – Over 18’s only

Choir Fest

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

Member priority booking period begins at 10am on Thu 27 November If you are a member, please make sure you are logged into your account before clicking the Times & Book button to select your seats. To learn more about becoming a member, please click here or speak to our Box Office in person or at 01604 624811. The show will be on general sale on Fri 28 November at 10am After a show-stopping performance of ‘Stand By Me’ at the wedding of The Duke & Duchess of Sussex, record deal with Sony Music UK, debut album plus sell-out UK and USA tours, founder and conductor of the Kingdom Choir, Karen Gibson MBE will be the sharing the stage with 200 voices at Collide: A Choirfest Experience! ChoirFest will boast an eclectic music concept featuring West Northants based, award nominated The Northampton Male Voice Choir, Queen Eleanor Choir and Northants Sings Out (West) during a trailblazing, highly ambitious collaboration of their musical genres and individual styles. The absolute finest from an array of artistic disciplines are also set to feature during this hotly anticipated musical experience. Featuring specially arranged mass ensemble pieces led by award-winning, MD Gareth Fuller (Choir Director to many including during Liam Gallagher’s sold out...

Tabletop Sale at The Old Savoy!

The Old Savoy - The home of The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE

Join us for a fantastic indoor tabletop sale at The Old Savoy! Browse a great variety of stalls offering bargains, treasures, and unique finds — all in the warmth and comfort of our beautiful indoor venue. No need to brave the winter chill or worry about the weather — no cold car boots here! Come along, shop, sell, and enjoy a friendly community atmosphere.  10% OFF theatre tickets for visitors on the day!*  Tables to sell are still available at £10 – please call us to book! £1 entry for over 12’s * 10% not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts.

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The Gruffalo’s Child

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

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books Access Enhanced Performance Relaxed Performance The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. Audio Described & Touch Tour The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. Please click here for Access Performance Information EDUCATIONAL RATE £12 with 1 free ticket for every 10 Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Valentine’s Opera Gala with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

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

Jordan de Souza Conductor Anne-Marie MacIntosh Soprano Nicky Spence OBE Tenor Royal Philharmonic Orchestra If music be the food of love, opera is the ultimate candlelit dinner – an endless banquet of soaring passion, tender emotions and melodies that go straight to your heart. This Valentine’s weekend, treat the special people in your life to the full menu: a whole afternoon of operatic romance at its most indulgent, dressed in the silken sound of the full Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and delivered with love by the maestro Jordan de Souza. With a glittering line-up of opera stars, expect to be swept off your feet with beautiful singing and glorious tunes. Nicky Spence ‘displayed his unstoppable and expansive energy, adaptability and wit, from Ravel and Poulenc to John Dankworth, Victoria Wood and Stephen Sondheim… It was over too soon.’ – The Guardian, November 2024 Anne-Marie MacIntosh ‘brought a wealth of experience to her role…Right from the get go, the audience sensed that MacIntosh was in full control…. with a strength and sumptuousness which made her vocal fireworks seem effortless.’ – Opera Canada, January 2025

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