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SUMMARY:SIX: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE! \nThe crowning glory of Broadway\, the West End and beyond\, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Northampton following its previous sell out success! \nWinner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’\, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album\, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times). \nFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses\, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales\, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. \nThink you know the rhyme\, think again… \nDivorced. Beheaded. LIVE! \n\nACCESS ENHANCED PERFORMANCES \nAudio Described & Touch Tour – Wed 13 May 6pm (Touch Tour begins at 5pm)\nThis performance will be audio described by Talking Theatre. \nBSL Interpreted – Thu 14 May 8pm\nThis performance will be BSL Interpreted. \nPlease click here for Access Information
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700123T000000
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SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-10/4/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700123T000000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
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SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700122T000000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
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SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-09/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700122T000000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
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SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
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SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-08/2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260418T093344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093344Z
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SUMMARY:Zog
DESCRIPTION:‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’ \nJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic\, feel-good story is brought to roaring\, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. \nZog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone\, flying into trees\, and even setting his own wing alight.  Thankfully\, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet\, so that he can finally win a golden star? \nThis charming smash-hit show\, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe and beautiful puppets by Little Angel\, is a treat for children and adults alike.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/zog-2/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161254Z
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SUMMARY:Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
DESCRIPTION:Seen by over 22 million people worldwide \nThis sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Royal & Derngate as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour. \nForget feel good\, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama\, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story\, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake\, Iowa\, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. \nFeaturing two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written\, including That’ll Be The Day\, Rave On\, Johnny B. Goode\, Oh Boy\, La Bamba\, Chantilly Lace\, Raining In My Heart\, Everyday\, Shout and many many more\, this show is just Peggy Sue–perb! \nBook now for the most successful Rock & Roll Musical of all time! \n‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’ The Sun
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story/2026-04-21/2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
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SUMMARY:Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
DESCRIPTION:Seen by over 22 million people worldwide \nThis sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Royal & Derngate as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour. \nForget feel good\, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama\, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story\, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake\, Iowa\, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. \nFeaturing two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written\, including That’ll Be The Day\, Rave On\, Johnny B. Goode\, Oh Boy\, La Bamba\, Chantilly Lace\, Raining In My Heart\, Everyday\, Shout and many many more\, this show is just Peggy Sue–perb! \nBook now for the most successful Rock & Roll Musical of all time! \n‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’ The Sun
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:This Exhibition explores the similarities between fine art and comics and how they are produced. It will explain the process of how comics are created and examine the common elements from fine art; the drawing\, the painting and the poetry. It will also exhibit a story of epic proportions without superheroes\, just ordinary people.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260407T155430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155430Z
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SUMMARY:Semilong Blooms – The Semilong Garden Community Project
DESCRIPTION:Semilong Blooms by Jack Savage is a photographic portrait series documenting some of the people behind the Semilong Garden Project\, a grassroots community initiative established by Louise Troy. Louise formed a community constitution of committed volunteers to transform the derelict space. The space was originally filled with litter and graffiti tarnished the walls. \nThe series highlights some of the residents\, volunteers\, and families who helped bring this project to life\, transforming a neglected strip of Northampton into a thriving space for creativity\, connection\, and community. Each portrait celebrates the individuals whose collective effort turned overlooked land into a place of pride\, joy\, and shared ownership.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/semilong-blooms-the-semilong-garden-community-project/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260204T150815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150815Z
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SUMMARY:Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs
DESCRIPTION:Step back to the Carboniferous period\, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 21 February – Sunday 7 June 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters\, some of which had larger teeth than T. rex. Meet the dinosaurs’ distant ancestors\, the very first reptiles\, the largest creepy-crawlies ever to live\, and prehistoric animals unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! \nA must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/carboniferous-monsters-100-million-years-before-the-dinosaurs/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260319T104240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T104240Z
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SUMMARY:Architectural Heads/Flower Heads
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to host two much-travelled contemporary artists\, Piero Serra & Simington who will be displaying their work in the Barwell Room from Tuesday March 10 th to the end of May. \nWith very different styles and techniques\, the two friends chose to collaborate on this exhibition entitled ‘Architectural Heads/Flower Heads’. \nSerra\, who trained as an architect\, was born in Northampton. He shows us his extraordinary drawings which were partially inspired by architectural forms soon after he moved to Berlin\, where he still lives. Serra who trained as an architect\, was born in Northampton. \nSimington’s work shows us constructed composite images\, which can be made up of multiple layers\, to create worlds which take on a life of their own. Liam was born in Scotland\, has lived in both Japan and Egypt and now resides in Northamptonshire. \nHouse and Galleries are open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm. A small entrance fee applies for visits to the heritage house but entry to all exhibitions is free.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/architectural-heads-flower-heads/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:78 Derngate
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260324T171034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T171034Z
UID:135267-1776765600-1776787200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Barry Roberts: Glimpses through the Archive
DESCRIPTION:Photography from around the world; including a prize drawer to win a framed print of your choice! Ends May
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/barry-roberts-glimpses-through-the-archive/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260324T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170718Z
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SUMMARY:Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
DESCRIPTION:From 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. \nEntry to all exhibitions is free
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/sabari-sen-a-journey-in-clay-and-colour/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260401T161254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T161254Z
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SUMMARY:Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
DESCRIPTION:Seen by over 22 million people worldwide \nThis sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Royal & Derngate as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour. \nForget feel good\, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama\, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story\, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake\, Iowa\, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. \nFeaturing two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written\, including That’ll Be The Day\, Rave On\, Johnny B. Goode\, Oh Boy\, La Bamba\, Chantilly Lace\, Raining In My Heart\, Everyday\, Shout and many many more\, this show is just Peggy Sue–perb! \nBook now for the most successful Rock & Roll Musical of all time! \n‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’ The Sun
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260415T133922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T133922Z
UID:136104-1776632400-1776632400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Brighton Riot
DESCRIPTION:Due to cancellation this Sunday 19th we now have Brighton Riot (sort of). Unfortunately\, Sam isn’t available so Matt is dragging his dad along to sing for you all. This should be fun.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/brighton-riot-5/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260305T101334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T101334Z
UID:134832-1776621600-1776621600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:THE RIDERS
DESCRIPTION:THE RIDERS are rolling into town!\n\n\nThis powerhouse three-piece from Notts/Derby bring the very best of 1950s & 60s rock ’n’ roll\, mixed with a punchy splash of 80s rockabilly \n\n\nPlaying packed-out venues all across the UK\, these lads know exactly how to get a crowd moving.\n\n\nExpect big rhythms\, twangy guitars\, and non-stop classics that’ll have you shaking\, bopping\, and dancing all night long.\n\n\nAuthentic sound. Electric atmosphere. A night you won’t forget.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-riders/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260416T093948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T093948Z
UID:136115-1776614400-1776614400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Day Trippers.
DESCRIPTION:Live music.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-day-trippers-2/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260401T164058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T164058Z
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SUMMARY:The Sooty Show!
DESCRIPTION:Izzy Wizzy Let’s get busy – The Sooty Show! Sooty heads into town in a magical new show to delight the whole family! Joining the nations favourite bear will be the legendary Sweep and Soo. \nSooty’s guests include favourites Butch\, Ramsbottom and Scampi . Completing the crew will be amazing magician Russ Brown and Circus star Michael Jordan. Expect wonderful wizardry\, Thrills and spills and of course lots and lots laughs!  Watch out for Sooty’s supercharged water pistol!! \nA spectacular mix of magic \, music and mess- guaranteed giggles for Sooty Fans old and new! Don’t miss it! There’s also a chance to meet Sooty after the show! \n” A real treat for the children and a wonderful dose of nostalgia for the parents” – The Stage
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-sooty-show/
LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE
CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
UID:135858-1776600000-1776618000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:This Exhibition explores the similarities between fine art and comics and how they are produced. It will explain the process of how comics are created and examine the common elements from fine art; the drawing\, the painting and the poetry. It will also exhibit a story of epic proportions without superheroes\, just ordinary people.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260407T155430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155430Z
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SUMMARY:Semilong Blooms – The Semilong Garden Community Project
DESCRIPTION:Semilong Blooms by Jack Savage is a photographic portrait series documenting some of the people behind the Semilong Garden Project\, a grassroots community initiative established by Louise Troy. Louise formed a community constitution of committed volunteers to transform the derelict space. The space was originally filled with litter and graffiti tarnished the walls. \nThe series highlights some of the residents\, volunteers\, and families who helped bring this project to life\, transforming a neglected strip of Northampton into a thriving space for creativity\, connection\, and community. Each portrait celebrates the individuals whose collective effort turned overlooked land into a place of pride\, joy\, and shared ownership.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/semilong-blooms-the-semilong-garden-community-project/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
UID:135652-1776600000-1776618000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260204T150815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150815Z
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SUMMARY:Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs
DESCRIPTION:Step back to the Carboniferous period\, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 21 February – Sunday 7 June 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters\, some of which had larger teeth than T. rex. Meet the dinosaurs’ distant ancestors\, the very first reptiles\, the largest creepy-crawlies ever to live\, and prehistoric animals unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! \nA must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/carboniferous-monsters-100-million-years-before-the-dinosaurs/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260319T104240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T104240Z
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SUMMARY:Architectural Heads/Flower Heads
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to host two much-travelled contemporary artists\, Piero Serra & Simington who will be displaying their work in the Barwell Room from Tuesday March 10 th to the end of May. \nWith very different styles and techniques\, the two friends chose to collaborate on this exhibition entitled ‘Architectural Heads/Flower Heads’. \nSerra\, who trained as an architect\, was born in Northampton. He shows us his extraordinary drawings which were partially inspired by architectural forms soon after he moved to Berlin\, where he still lives. Serra who trained as an architect\, was born in Northampton. \nSimington’s work shows us constructed composite images\, which can be made up of multiple layers\, to create worlds which take on a life of their own. Liam was born in Scotland\, has lived in both Japan and Egypt and now resides in Northamptonshire. \nHouse and Galleries are open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm. A small entrance fee applies for visits to the heritage house but entry to all exhibitions is free.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/architectural-heads-flower-heads/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:78 Derngate
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260324T171034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T171034Z
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SUMMARY:Barry Roberts: Glimpses through the Archive
DESCRIPTION:Photography from around the world; including a prize drawer to win a framed print of your choice! Ends May
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/barry-roberts-glimpses-through-the-archive/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260324T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170718Z
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SUMMARY:Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
DESCRIPTION:From 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. \nEntry to all exhibitions is free
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/sabari-sen-a-journey-in-clay-and-colour/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T233000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260414T151011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T151015Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music – Big Phat Jukebox
DESCRIPTION:It’s the Big Phat Jukebox Party Band – come and experience the greatest hits in rock and pop.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/live-music-big-phat-jukebox/
LOCATION:The Fish Pub\, 11 Fish St\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201836
CREATED:20260416T073824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T074047Z
UID:136111-1776546000-1776546000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:FRICTION
DESCRIPTION:live music.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/friction-3/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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