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Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

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

You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies! Awarded ‘Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe’ by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way. Family Ticket Offer £58 for 2 adults & 2 concessions

The Sensational 60s Experience

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

The Sensational 60’s Experience is not only the biggest 60’s show on tour, but also the only 60’s package show out on the road today. Featuring an incredible ensemble of original artistes and band members, this is the ultimate festival of nostalgia that will have you stepping back in time to that magical decade of music and memories. Whether you’re reliving the soundtrack of your youth or discovering what your parents have been raving about, this is the must-see show of 2025! Starring Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich, The Fortunes, The Swinging Blue Jeans, Mike d’Abo (former lead singer with Manfred Mann) and Vanity Fare, this spectacular afternoon show is packed with timeless classics such as: The Legend of Xanadu, Mighty Quinn, Hippy Hippy Shake, Storm in a Teacup, Hitchin’ a Ride, plus many more! Get ready to be transported to a time when pop music was at its very best. The Sensational 60’s Experience is a show you’ll never forget!

PORKPIE – THE ROADMENDER

Roadmender 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Introducing Porkpie , Scotland’s 9 piece Ska Behemoth , a music force of nature that have been tearing up stages the length and Breadth of the British isles in 2023 ,combining top quality dance along ska standards with well crafted originals from their recently acclaimed 2023 album Skandemic . Their 32 date 2023 Skandemic tour alone has Sold out everywhere from the Legendary 100 club in London, to Leeds Brudenell Social , Manchester Academy to the Limelight in Belfast. Combining a DIY punk ethic and big band showmanship they have also been pleasing festival audiences across the UK from Doune the Rabbit Hole , Edinburgh Hogmanay street party, Party at the Palace, TRNSMT, Rewind festival (numerous locations,) Solfest , Valefest and many more. Their recent single releases of DOG FIGHT and Hands go numb have been played extensively on BBC 6 music by Craig Charles and at the end of August they did an interview with the man himself as part of his Jar of ska feature promoting their album Skandemic . PORKPIE are the undisputed Kings of backbeat excellence and with their legendary high octane, energy sapping performances and showmanship they will leave you wanting more, more and some...

Rob Auton: The Eyes Open and Shut Show

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

Please note the date of this performance has been moved from Fri 21 March Award winning writer, comedian and actor Rob Auton brings his latest show The Eyes Open and Shut Show to Northampton. Rob has written ten hit Edinburgh Festival Fringe comedy/theatre/spoken-word shows on specific themes including the colour yellow in The Yellow Show, sleep in The Sleep Show and hair in The Hair Show. The Eyes Open and Shut Show is a show about eyes when they are open and eyes when they are shut. With this show Rob wanted to explore what he could do to himself and others with language when eyes are open and shut. After writing ten shows on specific themes, he wanted to think about what makes him open his eyes and what makes him shut them. TV credits include – Starstruck (BBC), Cold Feet (ITV), The End of the F*cking World (Netflix/Channel 4), Miracle Workers (TBS), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky), Stand-Up Central With Rob Delaney (Comedy Central). Winner Best Daily Podcast at the British Podcast Awards 2020 Winner Dave Joke of the Fringe 2013 Winner Three Weeks Editor’s Choice Awards 2017 “One of my absolute favourites” Daniel Kitson “Rob Auton is the mother freaking greatest” James Acaster

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Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

? Dearest Reader, Lady Whistledown has already given her verdict: the event of the season is here! Join us for a magical live music performance with Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings in Northampton. Surrounded by the soft glow of candlelight, listen to your favourite melodies from Shondaland's ‘Bridgerton’ series on Netflix, reimagined by a talented string ensemble. Ready to make amazing memories? Get your tickets today! General Info ? Venue: Northampton Museum and Art Gallery ? Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ? Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) ? Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ? Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible ? View the FAQs for this event here ? Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone ?? If you would like to book a private concert (30+ people), click here ? Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Northamption ? To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here ? Dear guest, there’s no strict dress code for this special occasion, but we encourage...

THE RETRO

The Wig And Pen 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Live Music

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Murder, She Didn’t Write

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

Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. They’ll create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy. You, the audience, become the author as the cast act out your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage. At each show this extraordinarily talented company use audience suggestions to create a unique, original and extremely comical murder mystery just for you. All you have to do… is solve it! Ms Gold poisoned at a synchronised swimming gala? Dr Blue exploded by cannon during a hot air balloon race? Professor Violet crushed to death at a Love Island recoupling? You decide! But will you guess whodunnit before the killer is revealed?

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Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors

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

Easter Holidays Family Fun! We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these two astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips! Terrible Tudors: From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience! Awful Egyptians: From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the afterlife? It’s history with the nasty bits left in! Terrible Tudors: Wed & Fri 2pm, Thu & Sat 6.30pm Awful Egyptians: Wed & Fri 6.30pm, Thu & Sat 2pm Family Ticket Offer Off-Peak: Family...

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GamesWorld: Interactive Video Gaming Experience

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

Join us for an Epic Gaming Extravaganza this Easter! Player One: Ready? Player Two: Ready? Then prepare to level up your nostalgia as GamesWorld spawns in to Royal & Derngate for three days of interactive video gaming mayhem. With 100 consoles and a high-score-worthy selection of games spanning the last 50 years – from Atari to Xbox, Sega to PlayStation and Virtual Reality experiences, there is something for every kind of gamer. Whether you’re an old-school joystick warrior or a competitive button-masher, challenge your friends and family in multiplayer battles, rediscover your childhood favorites, and press X to relive gaming history. 90-minute bookable sessions and All Day passes available. Plus a special adults only event on Sat 19 April at 7pm

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GamesWorld: Interactive Video Gaming Experience

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

Join us for an Epic Gaming Extravaganza this Easter! Player One: Ready? Player Two: Ready? Then prepare to level up your nostalgia as GamesWorld spawns in to Royal & Derngate for three days of interactive video gaming mayhem. With 100 consoles and a high-score-worthy selection of games spanning the last 50 years – from Atari to Xbox, Sega to PlayStation and Virtual Reality experiences, there is something for every kind of gamer. Whether you’re an old-school joystick warrior or a competitive button-masher, challenge your friends and family in multiplayer battles, rediscover your childhood favorites, and press X to relive gaming history. 90-minute bookable sessions and All Day passes available. Plus a special adults only event on Sat 19 April at 7pm

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