GenFest 2025: Dorothy and Her Very Many Friends – by Jude Taylor

Exhibition: Oubaitori Arts Agency

VnB 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Our upstairs room will be transformed again and filled with the work of a range of super talented artists. Their work will be available for you to enjoy from Sunday 15th

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Titanic: Honour and Glory

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

This exciting exhibition brings to life the history of the legendary ocean liner, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic. From her conception to her premature demise, Titanic has become one of the most famous ocean liners in the world, displaying artefacts from the disaster and props from the blockbuster film, Titanic

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

Top Secret – The Magic of Science

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

Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats as we transform The Old Savoy – Home of The Deco Theatre into a real life science laboratory.   Experience the non-stop action packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination. Top Secret is a fast moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense, lots and lots of mess!

Milton Jones: Ha!milton

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

This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn’t make a song and dance about it. He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes… and there’s a bit about tomatoes. You might know him from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or Radio 4. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff. A whole new show of daftness. You know it makes sense. WARNING* contains jokes from the start.

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Dear Zoo Live!

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

I wrote to the Zoo to send me a pet and they sent me a… Ben and Sally are searching for the perfect pet, but instead the zoo sent a far too big elephant, a far too grumpy camel, and a far too jumpy frog. Whatever will they send next?! Rod Campbell’s much-loved lift the flap book has been a firm favourite with children and parents for over forty years. Lovingly adapted for the stage, his distinctive illustrations leap from the page in this colourful show packed full of puppetry, songs and, of course, all the animals from the zoo. With lots of laughs and audience interaction, Dear Zoo is the perfect introduction to theatre for young children. Join us and find out whether the zoo will send the perfect pet… in the end! #DearZooLive

Illegal Eagles

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

Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more… The latest all-star line-up of the show, produced as ever by Phil Aldridge, features Tony Kiley (formerly from 80’s sensation The Blow Monkeys) on drums, Trevor Newnham (Dr Hook) vocals and bass, Greg Webb vocals and guitars, Mike Baker vocals, guitars and keys and Garreth Hicklin vocals, guitars and keys. Garreth, Greg, Trevor and Mike effortlessly capture the vocal style and delivery of Henley, Walsh, Fry, Schmidt and Meisner and are all masters of their respective instruments. Extremely tight harmonies & an acute attention to detail are synonymous with The Illegal Eagles, now in their 24th year on the road.  Following a number of critically acclaimed UK & European Tours, The Illegal Eagles have established themselves not only as the ultimate celebration of The Eagles, but as one of the foremost authentic and talented shows in the world.

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Our Man in Havana

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

White Cobra return to Royal & Derngate with a 90 minute roller coaster comedy, full of colourful characters, and ideal for all ages looking for a fun evening. The play is adapted by Clive Francis from Graham Greene’s iconic satirical novel, which was made into a classic British film starring Alec Guinness and Noel Coward.

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Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen

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

Fever ExclusiveTickets Selling Fast Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen ? Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Northampton. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery under the gentle glow of candlelight. 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: this 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 or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here ? Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Northampton ? To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme I Want to Break Free We Will Rock You Somebody to Love Radio Ga Ga Don't Stop Me Now Killer...

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Saba’s Swim

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

Seven months ago, Saba walked out of her GCSE mocks and didn’t come back. Her friends don’t understand why. Now, on prom night, Saba’s finally made contact, challenging her friends to track her down via a series of cryptic clues. But when the friends are finally reunited, Saba is different. The way she sees the world has changed. And what she’s asking of her friends… is it more than they can give? This new play written by Danusia Samal, directed by Anna Simpson, and performed by the Royal & Derngate Young Company, asks probing questions about the responsibility of the individual in a troubled globalised world, as well as growing up, growing apart, and how far should you go for what you think is right. The Young Company will also be performing Saba’s Swim as part of the National Theatre Connections Festival. Content Warning: This performance contains flashing lights which may not be suitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy

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