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Pinocchio

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

Anton Benson Productions return to The Old Savoy with their hilarious new Easter Pantomime… with no strings attached! Join Pinocchio as he sets off on his adventure to Fantasy Island, where he hopes to learn right from wrong and fulfil his dreams of becoming a real boy. But will he follow his conscience or will the wicked Stromboli have other plans? Starring Bobby Davro & Katie Price who will be joined by Kate Salmon, Ryan Greaves and Phyl Harries. There will also be a special guest appearance from Zippy & George from Rainbow!! Showtimes 3pm and 7pm

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Northampton Easter Riddle Trail

Northampton Town Centre

Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail From Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. Simply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! All those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. Make the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free, family-friendly adventure. Terms and Conditions apply.

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VISUALISE at 78

78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH

Contemporary Stitched Textiles The Bassett-Lowke Rooms Sat 8 Mar 2025 - Sun 25 May 2025 An exhibition of Contemporary Stitched Art Textiles We are delighted to be hosting this new exhibition of textiles and mixed media work which has been created by the Visualise textile group. Visualise was formed several years ago, by like-minded artists who enjoy creating diverse work with stitch as the common thread. The exhibition will also feature work by internationally known textile artist and Embroiderers Guild member Nigel Cheney who is the current mentor to Visualise. On display is a diverse array of abstract, realistic and figurative art using a wide variety of media: paper, fabric (new, distressed and recycled) and found objects which are hand and machine stitched, or felted to create art inspired by both the natural world and the built environment. The exhibition includes textile art inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and 78 Derngate itself, with framed and small items for sale. Combining a look round the iconic Charles Rennie Mackintosh House before visiting the exhibition, gardens and shop, followed by partaking of some drink or food in The Dining Room is the perfect way to spend a glorious few hours in Northampton...

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Wild Places

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

Wild Places is a stunning photography exhibition featuring beautiful photographs of the landscapes of the UK. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 29 March - Sunday 11 May 2025 From majestic hills to dramatic seas, the exhibition has something for everyone and inspires the visitor to marvel in the richness of the varied habitats of the UK.  

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Extinction

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

Extinction affects us all and one in ten of our wildlife in the UK is critically endangered. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 29 March - Sunday 11 May 2025 Scientists have identified five periods of mass extinction over the geological record and the question is now being asked: are we in a sixth? This exhibition addresses this fascinating topic and journeys through the demise of the dinosaurs and marine reptiles, death of the ice age mammoths and the impact of humans on the dodo.

That’ll Be The Day

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

Immerse yourself in the ultimate fusion of rock ‘n’ roll, pop, and comedy with That’ll Be The Day, the UK’s longest-running theatre show. Experience a captivating journey through music history from the 50s to the 80s, filled with electrifying performances and iconic tunes. This unforgettable show combines talent, energy, passion, and nostalgia, allowing you to sing, laugh, and dance along to the greatest hits of the past. Don’t miss out on this spectacular celebration of rock and pop that will leave you wanting more.

Comedy at the Bradlaugh

The Charles Bradlaugh 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Venue: The Charles Bradlaugh 1, Earl Street, NN1 3AU. Times: Doors 7pm - Show 8pm Featuring: Mike Rice, Hubert Mayr, Blank Peng, Barry Dodds Price: £13 NO Booking Fee Line ups are subject to change.

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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...

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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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