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

Join us for the 13th year of Strictly Northampton run by Step by Step Dance School! This competition will see local dancers take to the stage in this Ballroom and Latin extravaganza. Leading up to this, contestants will be paired up with students from Step by Step Dance School for just 8 weeks to raise money for You local Air Ambulance Charity. A night not to be missed!

Formed in 1997, Chicago Heavy Rock band SOiL quickly took the scene by storm. The band has sold over 2 million albums worldwide and is best known for the hit singles “Halo”, “Unreal”, “Redefine”, “The Lesser Man”, and “Shine On”.

INTERNATIONAL DILLIGAF DAY – 40 years of KEVIN BLOODY WILSON 2024 marks 40 years since Kev’s first album was released (which went on to obtain quadruple platinum status) 20 albums later, this comedy icon’s fan base continues to grow with new generations of fans flocking to experience Kev’s PC free live shows. Tiktok, YouTube, Facebook or in the flesh, however you consume your Kev, there’s no denying he is the master of musical comedy and sharing his DILLIGAF attitude and way of life has made him the world’s favourite Aussie storyteller.

The BAFTA-nominated comedian, The Mash Report (BBC2) star, Live at the Apollo (BBC1) star and viral sensation, presents a dazzling new hour of her signature blend of stand-up and songs. ‘This is classy, clever comedy – uproarious’ (Scotsman). ‘Venomously witty’ (Evening Standard). ‘Beguiling… Her songs really score… a gifted performer’ (Times). ‘Perfect timing of wryly funny lines’ (Chortle.co.uk). ‘She has us hanging on her every word… One sometimes doubts that Britain’s got talent, but Parris has it in spades’ (Guardian).

Get into the festive spirit with That’ll Be The Day’s Christmas Show So This is Christmas! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and laughter where hilarious comedy sketches blend with heartwarming renditions of all your favourite Christmas songs. Those well-known festive classics combine with the hits of Christmas past and present to whisk you away on a musical journey like no other. This delightful mix of music performed by a hugely talented cast, will leave you singing, dancing, and laughing; it’s the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. If you’re looking for a fun night out that’s guaranteed to leave you smiling, come and experience the magic of the season with the must-see Christmas show of the year, we hope you have fun!

have announced details of a major UK tour in November 2024. The Sheffield five-piece, fronted by Jon McClure, will embark on a nationwide run of 15 shows, opening in Lincoln on November 8th and concluding at Manchester Academy on November 28th, with a London show at the Electric Ballroom on the 20th. Speaking about the tour announcement, lead singer Jon McClure says “I’m made up to be going on tour again – it’s been too long since we last played any shows.  Having toured Heatwave In The Cold North a couple of months before its release I’m looking forward to playing more songs from that album and maybe testing out a few from the next one.”