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Two Mr Ps in a Podcast Live – The Show and Tell Tour
2023-11-05 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Join the Two Mr Ps as they take their award-winning podcast on the road again with the ultimate show and tell lesson. As well as sharing their own experiences and stories from the classroom, the Two Mr Ps will be telling some of the most embarrassing, cringey and downright hilarious stories from teachers all over the UK.
Audiences can also submit their own tales to be read anonymously to the rest of the class…

Baga Chipz
2023-11-05 19:30 - 22:00 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Baga Chipz is stunning.
Baga Chipz is Class.
Baga Chipz is Sexy.
She’s now a material girl. Join us this Autumn as the iconic drag race UK legend Baga Chipz hits the road with her first ever solo theatre show ‘Material Girl’. Expect a brand-new show with live singing, dancing, comedy and much more. Are you ready to live in Baga Chipz’ material girl life?

Harry Potter Quiz @TCB
2023-11-06 19:00 - 21:00 | The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AU, United Kingdom
Harry Potter Quiz â€“ £150 prize!
Enjoy a night of Harry Potter Trivia with decorations, Potter movies and delicious butterbeer!
Date â€“ Monday, 6th of November at the Charles Bradlaugh in the room upstairs.
You can pay on entry or if you would like to ensure you get a space, follow the link below or the link in our bio â€“
https://www.seetickets.com/tour/harry-potter-quiz
Start Time â€“ The Quiz will start at 7pm sharp so please arrive early to register your team.
Entry will be at £5 per person with a maximum number of 4 muggles per team.
The Quiz will take a balanced approach between questions on the movies and books, with some extra questions based on some surprises too!
There will be 40% off food also so bring your appetites!
We look forward to seeing you on the 6th of November!

Simon Reeve – To The Ends Of The Earth
2023-11-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Simon is an author and TV presenter, and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers. His unique brand of documentary film-making combines travel and adventure with current affairs, history, wildlife, culture and conservation. His journeys have taken him to more than 130 countries, across jungles, deserts, mountains and oceans, and to some of the most beautiful, dangerous and remote regions of the world.
In 2018 Simon’s first national theatre tour was completely sold out. Now he’s returning to venues across the UK with new tales and his new tour ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.
On his new UK tour Simon will offer stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hearty laughs. He wants to nudge and encourage audiences to get out of their comfort zone, take a few gentle risks in life, and embrace the great outdoors and the wider world.
With behind the scenes footage and stunning imagery, Simon will inspire and remind audiences that we all need more journeys in our lives, and plenty of wild experiences.
His last tour was sold out, so book early!

An Evening with The Hollies
2023-11-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Icons of British music, The Hollies, have announced a UK tour for 2023, celebrating embarking upon their 7th decade as a band.
The Hollies have been entertaining audiences for over the last 60 years with their timeless hits such as Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress), The Air That I Breathe, He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother, and Bus Stop. The band’s music has transcended generations and their live performances continue to captivate fans worldwide.
The line-up includes powerhouse drummer Bobby Elliott, and singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist Tony Hicks, both of whom are original members of the band. They are joined by lead singer Peter Howarth, as well as bass player Ray Stiles, Keyboardist Ian Parker, and Steve Lauri on Rhythm Guitar.
Last year the band celebrated 60 years together with a hugely successful UK tour. The Hollies are one of the key bands of the 1960s British Invasion era alongside the likes of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones.
The band have over 20 world-wide hits, including number one singles in both the US and UK. Spending an astonishing 263 weeks in the UK top 40 official singles chart, and have been performing continuously since their formation in 1962.

Killer Queen
2023-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concerts since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned them the title of Queen tribute royalty.
Thrilling sell-out audiences across the globe from the UK to Europe and annual tour of USA, Killer Queen recreates the high energy, powerful phenomenon that was Queen live.
Fronted by Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury,Time Out described Patrick’s resemblance to Freddie Mercury as “Spooky,” his uncanny likeness was further proven when he recorded a number one hit single singing as Freddie Mercury on Fat Boy Slim’s record The Real Life. This quality, combined with a powerful 3 1/2 octave tenor range and dynamic stage presence, has captivated audiences the world over.

QUEENZ THE SHOW WITH BALLS
2023-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Live on Stage
QUEENZ – The Show with BALLS!
The trailblazing, life affirming drag extravaganza taking the UK by storm. Featuring mind blowing LIVE vocals, and not a lip-sync in sight! Join these death-dropping divas as they slay the biggest hits of all time and serve up the sequin-clad pop party we’ve all been gagging for!
Starring X Factor & Union J pop sensation Jaymi Hensley, get ready to singalong to reimagined classics from The Spice Girls, Lady Gaga, Little Mix, Britney, Whitney, and everything in between. Queenz is drag like you’ve never HEARD it before!

Seann Walsh: Back from the Bed
2023-11-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Hello, Seann here. Did you know that comedians have to write their own blurb? I find that absolutely insane. What am I meant to say? “I’m fantastic, come and look at me talk”? I don’t know. It’s me. I do stand-up.
I guess I can start with the fact I renamed the tour. Sticking with Same Again? felt a bit triggering after the year we’ve had. So it is now called Back From The Bed. Some of the material will be the same as I had always planned and some of it will be new because it will be difficult to avoid mentioning the last year in which millions of decent people tragically lost their lives to TikTok.
The previous leg of this tour got a lot of standing ovations, which was pleasing. Either that or they were leaving early. Come along if you like me. I’d be confident enough to say come along if you’re on the fence. Cheers. Here are some things I’ve been on…
Seann has starred in series 1-3 of The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV2), Netflix’s Flinch, Live At The Apollo (BBC2), Tonight At The London Palladium (ITV), Celebrity Juice (ITV2), Play To The Whistle (ITV), a team captain for Virtually Famous (C4), 8 Out Of 10 Cats (C4), Alan Carr’s Chatty Man (C4), Hey Tracey! (ITV2), Comedians Solve World Problems (Comedy Central) and has made regular appearances on The Jonathan Ross Show. He appeared in Dave Channel’s Campaign Against Living Miserably and is an ambassador for the CALM charity. He also hosts podcast What’s Upset You Now? alongside Paul McAffrey.

Masterclass: Portuguese Wine
2023-11-09 18:30 - 21:30 | VnB, 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Richard the wine guy is back and hosting an in-depth tasting discovery of Portuguese wine. Tickets are £25pp ans available in store or on Eventbrite.

Open Mic Night
2023-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | VnB, 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Join us for a night of local NN talent upstairs from 7. This event, hosted by the amazing @tukayandryan, is always super popular â€“ so get here early to grab a good seat!

Comedy Crate at the Brad
2023-11-09 19:00 - 22:00 | The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AU, United Kingdom

ALABAMA 3
2023-11-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom

World Cup After Party: The Good The Bad And The Rugby
2023-11-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
The UK’s top sporting podcast, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby is back on tour for a World Cup After Party, with hosts England Rugby heroes James Haskell and Mike Tindall, and former Sky Sports rugby presenter Alex Payne sharing their own World Cup stories and recapping the action from the 10th men’s Rugby World Cup in France this Autumn… In their very own, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby style.
This will be the second tour from the hugely successful podcast team, who have gained more than 50million views online since launching in 2020, and follows a series of sold out shows in 2022.
The trio will take to the stage to recreate their trademark on-air banter, as The Good (Alex), The Bad (James) and The Rugby (Mike), share tales from on and off the pitch for what promises to be a night filled with surprises and laughter with audience interaction, fun and games.

Richard Herring’s Leicester Square Theatre Podcast
2023-11-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Richard Herring is taking his critically acclaimed podcast, RHLSTP, on a UK & Ireland tour in 2023 and 2024!
His interview podcast is usually recorded in London’s glittering West End at the Leicester Square Theatre, but now it’s going on the road.
Richard Herring has enjoyed phenomenal success as a writer and performer and is an innovator in the world of podcasts. Join the “Podfather” (Guardian), “King of the Internet” (Time Out) and “The UK’s online comedy pioneer” (The Times) as he chats with hilarious star guests at venues all over the country.
RHLSTP sees him interview top comedians in front of a live audience for his podcast but includes all the chat that is too controversial for broadcast! Previous guests include Stephen Fry, Michael Palin, Katherine Ryan, Dawn French, Stephen Merchant, Kathy Burke, Grayson Perry, Nish Kumar and James Acaster. The show regularly receives 1 million downloads a month, won three Chortle Internet Comedy Awards and is the only non-BBC show to ever win a Sony Best Comedy Award.

The Upbeat Beatles
2023-11-09 19:30 - 21:30 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
There isn’tThe Upbeat Beatles are second to none – powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship.
The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business. a band to touch them – 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why! No other band can perform this song like the Upbeat Beatles!

Food Truck - The flavour Trailer
2023-11-10 17:00 - 21:00 | VnB, 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
We absolutely canâ€™t way to welcome the flavour trailer to our terrace where theyâ€™ll be serving up their award winning burgers for you to enjoy here with us or at home. to say weâ€™re excited is an understatement! The super talented @_noahmono will also be spinning Balearic, soul, Latin and reggae set for you upstairs for the perfect Friday night.

EMBRACE
2023-11-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
CELEBRATE THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR DEBUT ALBUMThe Good Will OutWITH A 13-DATE UK TOUR IN NOVEMBER, PLAYING THEIR SEMINAL ALBUM IN FULL, ALONG WITH THEIR GREATEST HITS.
THE TOUR FOLLOWS ON FROM THE BAND’S MASSIVE SOLD-OUT HOMETOWN SHOW IN FRONT OF 6,000 FANS AT HALIFAX PIECE HALL EARLIER THIS MONTH.
RELEASED IN 1998, THE GOOD WILL OUT BECAME ONE OF THE FASTEST SELLING DEBUT ALBUMS BY A BRITISH ARTIST, CERTIFIED GOLD ON DAY OF RELEASE AND CHARTING AT NUMBER 1 IN THE UK ALBUM CHART. THE ALBUM ACHIEVED PLATINUM STATUS IN THE YEAR OF RELEASE AND HAS GONE ON TO SELL OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES IN THE UK ALONE.

Uncanny – I Know What I Saw with Danny Robins
2023-11-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Do you believe in ghosts?
Are UFOs real?
Is the impossible possible?
Join Danny Robins, creator of the smash hit BBC Radio 4 paranormal podcasts Uncanny, The Battersea Poltergeist and The Witch Farm and award-winning West End play 2:22 – A Ghost Story, for the biggest investigation into the paranormal – ever.
In UNCANNY: I KNOW WHAT I SAW, you’ll be immersed in the sights, sounds and scares of brand new, real-life stories of the supernatural, from ghosts and poltergeists to UFO sightings and other strange encounters. Watch as these creepy, thrilling tales are brought to life on stage by Danny and his ever-present team of experts.
Is what happened genuinely supernatural or can it be explained?
Are you #TeamBeliever or #TeamSceptic?
You’ll even have a chance to share your own stories, if you dare.
Warning: This show will make you jump, laugh, think and question the very nature of reality!

Jools Holland
2023-11-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Musical master of ceremonies Jools Holland and his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are back and joined by special guests Pauline Black and Arthur ’Gaps’ Hendrickson of The Selecter.
Fans will be thrilled to hear that the show will once again feature the outstanding vocals of Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall, as well as the highly talented Sumudu Jayatilaka, who joined Jools for the first time in 2022. Together with the inimitable musicianship of the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, which features drums from original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis, Jools Holland will be performing tracks spanning his entire solo career. With a catalogue that reaches through decades, prepare to enjoy the greatest boogie-woogie party in town!
The support act will be Mark Flanagan.
Maximum four tickets per household. Tickets will be posted up to a week before the event.

The Rat Pack Christmas Show
2023-11-10 19:30 - 21:30 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Swing into the Christmas season with The Rat Pack and their famous Christmas Concert. The Official UK No: 1 Tribute show as voted by The Agents Association of Great Britain for three successive years, arrives direct From London’s Leicester Square Theatre, The 02 and a Royal Command Performance. The star-studded cast of the UK’s original and longest running Rat Pack show … have achieved many accolades and awards after appearances worldwide, including seasons in The West End, A Royal Command…

VIPeas at The Wig And Pen
2023-11-10 21:00 - 23:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom

Burton Albion
2023-11-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Sixfields stadium, Sixfields Stadium,, Northampton, Northants, NN5 5QA, United Kingdom

Andrew Bird: Taken Seriously
2023-11-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
After his TV appearance on The Russell Howard Hour Andrew supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour including six straight shows at The London Palladium.
Andrew grew up in Towcester, Northants the first comedy night he ever went to, two days before turning 18 was Screaming Blue Murder right here at Royal & Derngate. He has since regularly appeared at the night himself and supported Rhod Gilbert and Rob Brydon in the main theatre.
Everything is taken so seriously now. If it’s going to be up to Andrew to point out how ridiculous it all is then he’s willing to take that job on. From race and religion to deodorant adverts, being diagnosed with sleep apnoea, and people that have a flag on their house.
Having previously supporting Russell at Bristol’s Ashton Gate Football stadium he’s also supported Rhod Gilbert, Rob Brydon, America’s Brian Regan and Michelle Wolfe on their only London shows and Michael McIntyre on an entire arena tour including Wembley and the O2. He’s written on the TV shows Jon Richardson’s Ultimate Worrier and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

Northants Sings Out
2023-11-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
The critically acclaimed Northants Sings Out (NSO) are returning with their annual, much anticipated, sell out show. Join NSO for a night of spine tingling, show stopping live music that must be experienced to be believed!
200 voices from the Counties finest, musically energetic and vocally unstoppable combined choirs, dazzle you with their charismatic, unforgettable performance. Featuring uplifting, popular songs from soul to pop, reggae to gospel, prepare to dance all night!
With musical accompaniment by a full live band, The Collective (who have worked with the some of the world’s best selling pop artists/bands) and led by nationally esteemed Choir Director, Gareth Fuller (whose credits include leading voices for Liam Gallagher’s recent sell out Knebworth Park shows and performing for HM The Queen), enjoy an energetic performance that will make you smile and move for the entire evening!
You won’t want to miss a night with NSO’s vibrant, inspirational sounds that will touch the hearts of people from all walks of life. You will be lifted and inspired!

The Magic of Motown
2023-11-11 19:30 - 21:30 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Celebrating 60 magical years of Motown, immerse yourself in the sound of a generation as The Magic of Motown returns to the stage!
Get ready to Reach Out for a brand new show in 2020 with all your favourite Motown songs.
You will be going Loco down in Acapulco, as we take you along memory lane with all the Motown classics from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson and many, many more.

HEAVEN 17
2023-11-11 19:30 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
UK TOUR NOVEMBER 2023
HEAVEN 17 HAVE TODAY ANNOUNCED A VERY SPECIAL UK TOUR TO PERFORM THEIR CELEBRATED AND ACCLAIMED 1983 ALBUM THE LUXURY GAP CULMINATING WITH A HOMETOWN SHOW AT SHEFFIELD O2 ACADEMY ON SATURDAY 18TH NOVEMBER.
HAILING FROM SHEFFIELD, HEAVEN 17 ARE ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT BRITISH POST-PUNK BANDS. HEAVEN 17’S 2ND ALBUM ‘THE LUXURY GAP’ IN 1983 WAS THE MOMENT WHEN EVERYTHING JUST CLICKED INTO PLACE TO OVERWHELMING EFFECT. IT UNDOUBTEDLY BECAME A POP MASTERPIECE.

LAVISH
2023-11-11 20:00 - 23:59 | The Plough Hotel, 96 Bridge Street Northampton, NN1 1PF
Get ready to indulge in a relaxed yet sophisticated experience at LAVISH, where luxury and music meet on November 11, 2023, at 8:00 PM.
Time to get back out and recreate the vibe of Northamptonâ€™s club scene from the mid-eighties to the mid-nineties.
We have teamed up with two of Northamptonâ€™s best loved DJs from Top of the Town, Ritzy and Forties Wine Bar. Thatâ€™s right, Steve McNeill and Mark Dean have jumped on board to give us a night to remember. Theyâ€™ll play all of the old classics and mix it up with some new sounds too.
As a special thank you for putting your dancing shoes back on, the first 100 drinks served will be given away free of charge so be sure to arrive on time. Throughout the night, weâ€™ll also be serving complimentary canapes to add a special something to the evening.
What a great opportunity to put your best clothes on and bump in to some familiar faces andâ€¦itâ€™s all happening in Northamptonâ€™s busiest street for clubbing.
With free onsite parking and gorgeous rooms to stay in, at the recently refurbished Plough Hotel, this is sure to get you ready for the fast approaching party season.
Canâ€™t wait to see you all there.

Ivor Johnson Band at The Wig And Pen
2023-11-11 21:00 - 23:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom

Mummy walk and Children’s reading of multi-platinum musician V V Brown’s critically acclaimed children’s book. Lily and the magic comb.
2023-11-12 09:00 - 12:30 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Booking Only.
Baby Kiddie Walk and Amazing Childrenâ€™s Reading!
Calling all moms and little ones! Come join us for a delightful day of fun and learning at Grandbies Coffee House and Clothing Boutique. We are excited to invite you to our Baby Kiddie Walk with an amazing Childrenâ€™s Reading event!
Bring your little bundles of joy to Grandbies Coffee House for a morning filled with laughter, exercise, and bonding. We believe that when moms and babies come together, great memories are made, and friendships are formed.
The Baby Kiddie Walk will kick off at 10:00 AM. We will lead the way through a beautiful local park, giving moms an opportunity to meet and mingle while enjoying some fresh air. Stroller moms, baby-wearing moms, and even moms with toddlers are welcome to join in the fun! We encourage everyone to dress comfortably and bring their favorite snacks for a picnic in the park afterward.

But the fun doesnâ€™t end there! After our invigorating walk, we will head back to Grandbies Coffee House for an incredible Childrenâ€™s Reading event. We have invited a renowned childrenâ€™s author who will captivate our little ones with their wonderful stories. Our special guest will bring their stories to life, sparking imaginations and inspiring a love for reading.

Not only will this event be a great opportunity for little ones to submerge themselves in the world of books, but it will also give moms a chance to relax and savor a cup of our delicious coffee or tea. Grandbies Coffee House takes pride in providing a warm and inviting atmosphere where moms can connect, recharge, and enjoy quality time with their little ones.

And hereâ€™s the best part â€“ attendance to both the Baby Kiddie Walk and the Amazing Childrenâ€™s Reading event is absolutely FREE! At Grandbies Coffee House, we believe in fostering a sense of community by offering engaging and enriching experiences for moms and their babies.

Donâ€™t miss out on this exciting event!

Remembrance Sunday
2023-11-12 10:00 - 12:00 | All Saints Church, George Row, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DF, United Kingdom
Sunday 12th November
All Saintsâ€™ Church 10am
Memorial Garden 10:55am
Northampton
