Northampton BID

Northampton Gilbert & Sullivan Group – The Gondoliers
2022-04-25 19:30 - 2022-04-30 21:30 (Europe/London) | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Northampton Gilbert & Sullivan Group are delighted to be returning to the Royal Auditorium with that well-loved favourite, The Gondoliers.
The Gondoliers tells the story of Marco and Giuseppe, two jolly Gondoliers, who learn that one of them is no lesser person than the heir to the throne of Barataria…. Unfortunately, due to a slight mix up as young boys, nobody is entirely sure which is which.
Seemingly delighted with the situation, the pair agree to share the responsibilities of governing their new kingdom until it can be ascertained which of them is the King, but matters become more complicated when the Duke and Duchess of Plaza Toro arrive and reveal that their beautiful daughter, Casilda, was married to the future King as an infant.
The only problem is that Marco and Giuseppe have just married Tessa and Gianetta… and Casilda is in love with her father’s attendant Luiz…
Will love find a way? Who is the King? Where exactly is Barataria…to find out some, if not all of these answers join us as we head to Venice and The Gondoliers.
Combining the razor-sharp wit of Gilbert, and containing some of Sullivan’s best loved and most memorable music, Director Leon Berger once more brings his unique vision to the stage with what promises to be a ‘Cachucha’ of a production.

11 TikTok tips you need to know
2022-04-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Northamptonshire
Town centre businesses in Northampton are invited to learn how they can improve their digital marketing skills as part of a new mini webinar series.
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The Northampton BID Digital Academy has launched a free-to-attend spring programme to offer local companies the chance to enhance their marketing and digital abilities by attending online sessions with local experts.
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Taking place between March and May, the programme will consist of 10 online workshops, with each session exploring a different aspect of digital marketing, such as social media and public relations (PR).
Rhian Williams

MARKS & GRAN…’BLOKES OF A FEATHER
2022-04-26 19:30 - 21:30 | The Deco, The Deco, Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
Forty years ago, Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran gave up their day jobs to become full-time comedy writers: their 40-year mission, to make millions laugh. The following decades took them from Borehamwood to Pinewood via Hollywood. They created a hatful of hit TV shows, including Shine On Harvey Moon, The New Statesman, Love Hurts, Goodnight Sweetheart, and of course Birds of a Feather. Along the way they won two BAFTAs and an Emmy, and founded ALOMO Productions, one of the most successful TV production companies of the 1990s.

Ed Byrne – If I’m Honest…
2022-04-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Join Ed Byrne as he takes a long hard look at himself and tries to decide if he has any traits that are worth passing on to his children.
Ed Byrne presents his brand-new masterclass in observational comedy hot on the heels of his 17/18 Touring hit, Spoiler Alert!

Giovanni Pernice: This Is Me
2022-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Strictly Come Dancing’s 2021 Champion, Giovanni Pernice, is back with a brand new show.
The showman is set to light up the stage, along with his cast of professional dancers, for his fourth year of touring.
With the Italian’s natural charm, combined with beautiful choreography perfectly complemented by a fabulous soundtrack, This Is Me pays homage to the music and dances that have inspired Giovanni’s career, from a competition dancer to professional Champion on Strictly Come Dancing 2021 with celebrity partner Rose Ayling-Ellis.
The showman is once again set to light up the stage for another fabulous year of touring. Sexy, steamy Latin vibes with a touch of Ballroom elegance, This Is Me will show you why Giovanni has become a fan favourite on the hit show. With an incredible cast of professional dancers and a truly sensational soundtrack, This Is Me is a show you do not want to miss.

Colour Prints Finals - Jubilee Cup and Digital Art Print
2022-04-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
The round where the winners from the previous three rounds of our print â€˜Colour Printâ€™ and â€˜Digital Art Printâ€™ competitions vie for the annual trophy. With an invited Judge.

Sally-Anne Hayward – Ever So Nice
2022-04-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Tour support for Sarah Millican, the hilarious Sally-Anne Hayward is one of the leading comics on the UK circuit with her dry but playful look at how we live our lives. In her new show Ever So Nice she will teach you how to indulge another break up story, jazz up an office full of passive aggressive moaners/twats/hypochondriacs, and create fake tears to blend into any situation. Namaste.

Knife Angel
2022-04-29 - 2022-05-14 | Northamptonshire
The Knife Angel, the National Symbol Against Violence and Aggression, will be in Northampton’s All Saints Plaza during the first 2 weeks of May. Special thanks to Angie Kennedy from C2C who has arranged this visit with the Office of Northamptonshire Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner and both North and West Northamptonshire Councils.
The statue is made of over 100,000 knives collected at knife amnesties. It was made at British Ironwork Centre by artist is Alfie Bradley

Jazzi Vibes - V & B Northampton
2022-04-29 18:00 - 22:00 | VnB, 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Kick off your Bank holiday weekend in style with @jazzivibes DJing upstairs this Friday from 6-10. Get set for some soul, reggae, RnB and Hip Hop. Weâ€™ll see you there!

Beautiful Trauma – The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience
2022-04-29 19:30 - 21:30 | The Deco, The Deco, Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
Featuring Stacy Green as P!nk!
Stacy is an international, award winning P!nk impersonator, performing at venues across the UK and further for the past 7 years. Now this amazing act can be seen with a phenomenal band to create the excitement and majesty that makes P!nk the modern legend and inspiration she has come to be known as.
Stacy has teamed up with the successful Vertigo Band to bring all the energy and fun of P!nk’s biggest hits. All the massive sing along songs are covered from ‘Just Like A Pill’ and ‘So What’ through to the most recent hits such as ‘What About Us?’ and ‘Beautiful Trauma’. Full production is taken advantage of with replica and authentic costumes , props and motion backdrops.

NORTHAMPTON SAINTS VS HARLEQUINS
2022-04-29 19:45 - 22:00 | Franklinâ€™s Gardens, Weedon Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 5BG, United Kingdom
Saints play Harlequins on Friday 29 April. Hospitality for this fixture is on sale now below from £30. Match tickets are available now from £20 adults / £8 child.

Dylan Moran – We Got This
2022-04-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
How can it be you have spent a whole ten minutes staring at a banana?
Why do you always do stuff like that?
Why do you never do the other really great things where it’s much, much better – and afterwards you don’t want to saw off your own face and post it back to yourself with not quite enough stamps?
Also, learn how to make breakfast not even knowing you are out of bed
Diagnose the mirror, reason with the mice and boil yoghurt blindfolded.
Enjoy the fruits of hurtling cognitive decline and your neighbour’s sprawling ghastliness, absence of humanity and so, so much more.
These times have not been easy.
We Got This is the brand new show from BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian Dylan Moran. It promises to be a joyously furious romp through the frustration and folly of modern day life.

The Oscillators - Retro Bar
2022-04-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Retro Bar, 16 Bridge St, Northampton, Northants, NN1 1NW, United Kingdom
Join Retro bar to watch The Oscillators play some rock and roll!

May The Toys Be With You
2022-04-30 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
A museum exhibition touring the UK. A fantastic collection of vintage Star Wars toys & cinema posters from 1977 â€“ 1985.

Jubilee Trail
2022-04-30 | Northamptonshire
The BID has partnered with High Street Safari to run a free, family story-trail in the town centre, from 30th April â€“ 12th June.
Take part in this historic celebration with the official family story-trail in Northampton. Nearby are 7 whimsical characters to find as they go on an adventure. Not only that but Sir Barnaby Beacon will guide you through the history of The Queen’s 70 year reign. Simply scan the QR codes, displayed at 7 locations nearby, to collect digital stamps. You’ll get to choose what happens in the story and see the characters come to life in augmented reality.

Emergency Services Cadets – First Aid demos and training
2022-04-30 10:00 - 15:00 | All Saints Church, George Row, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DF, United Kingdom
Emergency Services Cadets – First Aid
demos and training. Community Safety
team. Joined by Voice Victim Support from
10 â€“ 1

Knife Angel Service
2022-04-30 19:30 - 21:00 | All Saints Church, George Row, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DF, United Kingdom
Service in All Saints Church to welcome the Angel to the county and reflect on the impact of
violence. The service will be followed by a candlelight vigil by the Angel

A Beautiful Noise – A Tribute to Neil Diamond
2022-04-30 19:30 - 22:00 | The Deco, The Deco, Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
From London’s West End
A Beautiful Noise celebrates the music and tribute to Neil Diamond
Led by Fisher Stevens, his full live band, and fresh from London’s
West End!
A Beautiful Noise, the internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond. The show pays homage to Neil Diamond’s incredible career, from the hits he penned during his time in the hit factory that was the Brill Building, to the amazing musical achievements that have led him to become one of the world’s most famous singer-songwriters.
A Beautiful Noise, also features a cast of professional musicians taking you on a moving and powerful musical journey.
Celebrating all the classic hits of one of the world’s greatest ever singer-songwriters, this is a musical adventure unrivalled by any other. Re-visiting over five decades of sparkling musical gems including, Love On The Rocks, Sweet Caroline, Forever In Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, I am …I Said, America, Holly Holy, Red Red Wine, I’m A Believer and many more

Sam & Zoe V Evermore
2022-04-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Mages, Rogues and Barbarians! The wicked Dredmor has seized the lands of Evermore from his noble brother, King Gorad and must be stopped at all cost!
Join Sam and Zoe’s party as they embark on an epic theatrical quest. With your help, our hapless heroes will battle ogres, solve Tolkienesque riddles and rescue orphan princes- but can they slay their own demons in the process?
This hilarious new piece, inspired by the world of Dungeons and Dragons, incorporates epic battle sequences, creative use of puppetry and audience game play. It has been devised and developed with young people and is presented in support of CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).

Social Run - Saints Coffee
2022-05-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Social Run with Gavin Street , Lorraine Lewis BCAh and Nicholas Simon (all levels welcome)

Men's Coffee Meeting - Saints Coffee
2022-05-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
DM @Mentalcoffeenn to get involved

The Osmonds – A New Musical
2022-05-03 19:30 - 2022-05-07 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
You Loved Them For A Reason. Now, for the first time, you can see this sensational new musical and relive one of the world’s biggest ever boybands.

The Osmonds – A New Musical tells the official story from Jay Osmond about the five brothers from Utah who were pushed into the spotlight as children and went on to create smash hits decade after decade.

From their star residency on The Andy Williams Show, to the arrival of Donny and Marie, The Osmonds lived a remarkable life recording chart topping albums, selling out vast arena concerts and making record breaking TV shows – until one bad decision cost them everything.

Greif Gathering - Saints Coffee
2022-05-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Greif Gathering led by Fevered Sleep encouraging people to think, talk and learn about grief. Itâ€™s for people who have experienced grief, and for people who havenâ€™t. Run in conjunction with Delepre Abbey.

Chess Night - Saints Coffee
2022-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Chess Night, just bring a board!

Foil Arms & Hog: Swines
2022-05-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Ireland’s top sketch trio are back on tour with their new show Swines. With over 100 million hits, the group are best known for their online sketches, but it’s the live show where they really shine.
The trio achieved critical acclaim this year with the best reviewed show at the Edinburgh Fringe festival, and are now hitting the road around the UK. They’re even coming to Wales. Come see a show of scripted nonsense, twisted characters, music and unintentional improvisation.

Catherine Bohart – This Isn’t For You
2022-05-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Catherine Bohart loves control, hates change and is a serial planner. It’s been an interesting couple of years…
A blisteringly funny new stand-up show filled with horrendous life advice, cheery nihilism and reluctant self-discovery from one of the UK and Ireland’s most exciting comics.
As seen and heard on The Mash Report, Immaculate (Comedy Special), A League Of Their Own, Mock The Week, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Roast Battle, The Stand Up Sketch Show, Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier, The News Quiz and The Guilty Feminist Podcast.

DJ Night - Saints Coffee
2022-05-06 20:00 - 23:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
DJ @Jazzivibes Sweet soulful music to sip cocktails and graze.

Sean Connolly - Retro Bar
2022-05-06 21:00 - 23:00 | Retro Bar, 16 Bridge St, Northampton, Northants, NN1 1NW, United Kingdom
Join Retro Bar watching Sean Connolly perform live!

March Against Violence - Knife Angel
2022-05-07 11:00 - 16:00 | All Saints Church, George Row, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DF, United Kingdom
March against Violence – meet at Market
Square, Northampton and return to Market
Square
12.30pm – 4pm Entertainment and activities in the Market
Square, Northampton

The Thinking Drinkers: Pub Quiz
2022-05-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Returning with a brand new show, the hilarious, award-winning drinks experts host history’s greatest ever pub quiz packed with loads of funny, fascinating facts and FIVE free discerning drinks for every audience member.
You’ll learn a lot and you’ll laugh a lot as answers to life’s most important and unusual questions appear at the bottom of your glass.
