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The Bon Jovi Experience

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

‘Direct from London’s West End, get ready to rock your way through an unforgettable journey with the only show to be endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself. Immerse yourself in a phenomenal celebration of Bon Jovi’s timeless classics as The Bon Jovi Experience recreates the magic that defined an era – transporting you back to the heyday of stadium rock. The Bon Jovi Experience features smash-hits such as Livin’ On a Prayer, You Give Love A Bad Name, Bad Medicine and many more. Whether you’re a lifelong Bon Jovi devotee or a new fan seeking an unforgettable night out, this show promises an experience like no other! Dancing is welcome during this performance! Please listen for announcements from the stage, stay considerate of those around you and for your safety ensure fire exits remain clear.

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

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

In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health. ‘The most topically incisive impersonator on the block… It’s laugh-a-minute stuff, underpinned by the kind of wisdom and natural resilience our leaders could learn from. He was always impressive, but he deserves his inevitable standing-ovation as never before’  “A first-class comic”     The Guardian ‘Flying the flag for satire… a meaty hour of impressions, gags and reflections… so much to admire here’

One Night Of Elvis

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

A show dedicated to preserving the respect of the greatest entertainer of all time, Elvis Presley. Lee Memphis King faithfully recreates an Elvis performance with the authenticity and passion of an Elvis concert. Hear all of the hits like Heartbreak Hotel, The Wonder Of You, Suspicious Minds and many more in this two hour epic performance. Over the last 10 years as Lee has toured his One Night Of Elvis he has picked up numerous accolades and has headlined and sold out some of the most prestigious venues across the UK and beyond. In August 2016 he completed a sell out concert tour of Israel, performing to over 8000 fans. In this latest production, Lee Memphis King portrays Elvis Presley at his peak celebrating the iconic ‘Vegas Years’ from 1969 – 1977. The show is enhanced by an orchestra of world class musicians and backing vocalists coupled with impressive video screen projection mapping out Elvis’s life and music. Lee Memphis King recreates it all with stunning authenticity – the voice and equally important for Lee, the passion and energy that Elvis put into his songs. He leaves audiences in no doubt that they are witnessing the world’s No 1 Elvis Tribute Artist. Pure entertainment and pure Presley. The...

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The Gruffalo’s Child

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

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books Access Enhanced Performance Relaxed Performance The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. Audio Described & Touch Tour The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. Please click here for Access Performance Information EDUCATIONAL RATE £12 with 1 free ticket for every 10 Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv

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

Hey cool cats! Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026. There’s no denying the world’s a mess daddio, but there is a glimmer of hope as the globe’s favourite Pub Landlord returns with his like-nobody-else Common Sense hot-takes for the masses, offering a much-needed truth tonic (pint for the fella/glass of white wine for the lady) for these whacked out and troubled times. With a fresh and frothing pint to hand, a barrel of laughs to pour from, and a flower in his heart, Guv is all you need. And for the brave, bold, and plain straight crazy cats amongst you who want to be in on the action in the ‘Splash Zone’ book them quick and wear the damn ponchos! ★★★★★ “A supremely polished performer” Mail On Sunday “It remains one of the great joys in comedy to see the Pub Landlord befriend and be little the front rows” The Times MEET & GREET Fancy a lock in with the Landlord? Come and meet the King of Beers for a photo before the show. Includes a postcard of Al Murray: The Pub Landlord...

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The Gruffalo’s Child

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

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books Access Enhanced Performance Relaxed Performance The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. Audio Described & Touch Tour The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. Please click here for Access Performance Information EDUCATIONAL RATE £12 with 1 free ticket for every 10 Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Killer Queen

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

Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen 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 ½ octave tenor range, expert musicianship and dynamic stage presence, has captivated audiences the world over.

Rob Auton: Can

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

The Story of a Man called Can Multi award-winning writer, performer and actor Rob Auton presents his debut narrative show. Having written 11 critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe Festival shows on specific themes, including the colour yellow in ‘The Yellow Show’, sleep in ‘The Sleep Show’, hair in ‘The Hair Show’ and eyes when they are open and eyes when they are shut in ‘The Eyes Open and Shut Show‘, Rob is now keen on telling you a story he has written about a man he made up called Can. At one point in his life Can was the world’s number one motivational speaker… and then something happened. ‘A genuine original’ (Guardian) ‘You will walk out feeling transformed. And fully alive’ (Scotsman) ‘Brilliant’ (Stewart Lee) ‘The mother freaking greatest’ (James Acaster) ‘A genius’ (Bridget Christie)

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The Gruffalo’s Child

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

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books Access Enhanced Performance Relaxed Performance The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. Audio Described & Touch Tour The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. Please click here for Access Performance Information EDUCATIONAL RATE £12 with 1 free ticket for every 10 Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Sweet Caroline

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

Direct from the West End – the Ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond. Direct from London’s Adelphi Theatre… it’s time for that night out you have been dreaming of! As we invite you to celebrate the life and work of Neil Diamond – starring the renowned tribute artist Gary Ryan, as seen on Stars In Their Eyes. The show will take you for one special evening, back to where it began.  A musical journey celebrating 50 years of some of the greatest songs ever written. From Brooklyn to Hollywood, Neil Diamond has left a legacy of great songs which have been covered by every great vocalist. Spanning all genres from Red Red Wine, through the country of Cracklin’ Rosie, and the Hollywood music of The Jazz Singer. From the producers of Fastlove and The Magic of Motown, celebrate the music that has charmed six generations as we bring you all things Diamond with a sensational live show. Enjoy all the hits such as, Forever In Blue Jeans, America, Love On The Rocks, Song Sung Blue, Hello Again, Cracklin’ Rosie, I Am… I Said, Beautiful Noise and, of course, the unforgettable Sweet Caroline. The good times never seemed so good! This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original...

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