Neil Bartlett Interview Royal & Derngate 2025-09-05 | Neil Bartlett speaks about his recent Epilogue published with Breaking the Code ahead of our recent Made in Northampton adaption of the text.
Breaking The Code: Mark Edel Hunt on AI & Maths Royal & Derngate 2025-09-05 | Watch Mark Edel Hunt, starring in the role of Alan Turing at Bletchley Park, home of the codebreakers, to discuss themes of AI and Maths in our new Made in Northampton production, Breaking the Code
Shlomos Beatbox Adventure for Kids Trailer Royal & Derngate 2025-08-15 | SK Shlomo (they/them) is a world record-breaking beatboxer who makes all kinds of music using just their mouth and a mic.Their 5-star sell-out show Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure for Kids is back!SK Shlomo has collaborated with Bjork, Ed Sheeran and Gorillaz, toured the world and performed on main stages at festivals like Glastonbury.Join this sonic superhero and become one of their sidekicks in a world of funny sounds, brilliant noises and cool music, whether you’re aged 1 or 101!📆 Wed 29 October🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/shlomos-beatbox-adventure-for-kids
Mark Edel-Hunt Interview at Bletchley Park Royal & Derngate 2025-08-15 | Royal & Derngate's latest Made in Northampton production, Breaking The Code, follows mastermind Alan Turing’s career as a visionary mathematician and codebreaker and examines how society’s attitude towards his sexuality changed the course of his life. Watch Mark Edel-Hunt speak about playing the role of Alan Turing, filmed at Bletchley Park, home of the WW2 Codebreakers.📆 Thu 11 - Sat 27 September🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/breaking-the-code
Jamaica Love Official Trailer 2025 Royal & Derngate 2025-08-12 | Nominated for Best Musical Production at the Black British Theatre Awards, this theatrical triumph celebrates the 77th anniversary of Windrush, weaving together the rich tapestry of British and Jamaican history. Feel the rhythm of Reggae as you enjoy the legendary vocals of John McLean, the soulful harmonies of Celia Wickham-Anderson (of Black Voices fame), and the vibrant sounds of our amazing live band as they take you on a journey through Jamaica’s rich musical heritage — from ska and rocksteady to reggae.📆 Sat 27 September🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/jamaica-love
Matthew Bournes Midnight Bell Vox Pops 2025 Royal & Derngate 2025-05-23 | Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Midnight Bell comes to Northampton for the first time in 2025.
GAMESWORLD: Interactive Gaming Experience Royal & Derngate 2025-04-11 | Prepare to level up your nostalgia as we load up 100 consoles and a high-score-worthy selection of games spanning the last 50 years—from Atari to Xbox, Sega to PlayStation. Whether you're an old-school joystick warrior, a competitive button-masher, or just here to throw blue shells in Mario Kart, there’s something for every kind of gamer.90-minute bookable sessions and All Day passes available.Plus a special adults only event on Sat 19 April at 7pm📆 Fri 18 - Sun 20 April🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/gamesworld
Kiell Smith-Bynoe: Kool Story Bro Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2025-04-10 | Star of Taskmaster, Ghosts and The Great British Sewing Bee, Kiell Smith-Bynoe is heading out on tour with an all–star cast of comedians and some very special guests to turn stories from the audience into completely improvised comedy scenes.Fresh from sold-out shows in Edinburgh, London and Brighton, Kool Story Bro is the unmissable improvised comedy show that spins unscripted sketches out of the audience’s weirdest and wildest anecdotes. Together with a surprise celebrity host, these “world-class improvisers” (Corr Blimey) are about to create a totally unique and utterly ridiculous show from scratch.Kiell will be joined by members of Kool Story Bro’s rotating cast of improvisers, including Starstruck favourites Lola-Rose Maxwell and Nic Sampson, Afterlife and Austentatious’s Graham Dickson, Big Boys’ Robert Gilbert, Mock The Week’s Emily Lloyd-Saini, Taskmaster’s Emma Sidi, and many more.📆 Thu 1 May🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/kiell-smith-bynoe
Pulman & Stilgoe Trailer Royal & Derngate 2025-04-04 | A Couple of Swells is the inspired pairing of two unique entertainers – Liza Pulman, songstress, comedienne and one-third of the iconic Fascinating Aida, and virtuoso pianist, songwriter and singer Joe Stilgoe.
Horrible Histories Awful Egyptians Tour Trailer Royal & Derngate 2025-03-21 | We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!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?📆 Wed 16 - Sat 19 April🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/horrible-histories-2
Horrible Histories Terrible Tudors Tour Tailer Royal & Derngate 2025-03-21 | We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!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!📆 Wed 16 - Sat 19 April🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/horrible-histories-2
CRUEL INTENTIONS 2025 TOUR TRAILER Royal & Derngate 2025-02-03 | Following sell-out seasons in London and New York, the brand-new smash hit musical Cruel Intentions is coming to Northampton. Step siblings Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil engage in a cruel bet: Kathryn goads Sebastian into attempting to seduce Annette Hargrove, the headmaster’s virtuous daughter.Based on the iconic film and inspired by Les Liaisons Dangereuses, it’s packed with ‘90s pop classics including the songs of Britney Spears, Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, TLC, R.E.M., Ace of Base, Natalie Imbruglia, The Verve, *NSYNC and many more! 📆 Tue 18 - Sat 22 March🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/cruel-intentions
The Sensational 60s Experience Official Teaser Trailer Royal & Derngate 2025-01-31 | Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2025 with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feelgood factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960s.📆 Sat 12 April🎫 www.royalandderngate.co.uk//the-sensational-60s-experience-24
TIM RICE My Life in Musicals, I Know Him so Well Official 2025 trailer Royal & Derngate 2025-01-13 | Due to popular demand, following his sell-out tour, Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning,internationally renowned lyricist, will return to theatre stages with his extraordinary live musical theatre event: My Life In Musicals, I Know Him So Well.📆 Fri 2 May 2025🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/tim-rice-25
One Night Of Elvis Royal & Derngate 2025-01-02 | 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.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 show is dedicated to the memory of the great man Elvis Presley and all of his fans around the world.
Sing along with The Jolly Christmas Postman! Royal & Derngate 2024-12-24 | Bring the festive spirit alive with this magical, interactive show that’s perfect for the whole family! Join in the fun, sing your heart out, and make unforgettable holiday memories.✨ Running until 31st December – don’t miss out!🎟 Grab your tickets now: royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/the-jolly-christmas-postman📹 Watch the video and get ready to sing along! 🎤
The Jolly Christmas Postman Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-12-20 | This award-winning story for all the family sees the Jolly Postman cycling through the snow to deliver parcels and letters to familiar friends as they prepare for Christmas celebrations.There are visits to Red Riding Hood, Humpty Dumpty, the Gingerbread Man, and not forgetting the big, bad wolf!As the snow continues to fall, who will help the Jolly Postman get home in time for Christmas?Live music, original songs and a sprinkling of theatre magic bring this favourite festive classic to life for all ages to enjoy.By arrangement with Penguin Books Ltd, a Penguin Random House UK company.
Cinderella 2024 Royal & Derngate 2024-12-13 | Strictly champion Joanne Clifton will be dazzling as the Fairy, alongside Cbeebies‘ favourite Andy Day, as Andini, the Prince’s sidekick. Gordon Cooper and Matt Daines play the hilariously wicked Step Sisters, and are joined by the award-winning comedian Dave Bibby as Buttons, Marcellus Whyte as Prince Charming (Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream) and the wonderfully talented Marcavia McCarthy as Cinderella!This spectacular show will be written by Paul Hendy and produced by the award-winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind 2022’s smash-hit, Jack And The Beanstalk, and 2023’s brilliant Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs.
Tambo & Bones Audience Reactions Royal & Derngate 2024-12-05 | In this exhilarating, funny and provocative satire, Tambo and Bones journey from comedy double-act, to hip-hop superstars, to activists in a future America, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race.Spanning 500 years of history, Tambo & Bones laughs through our past, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world and for theatre.
Cinderella Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-11-07 | Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2024 panto, Cinderella, with a star-studded cast.Strictly champion Joanne Clifton will be dazzling as the Fairy, alongside Cbeebies‘ favourite Andy Day, as Dandini, the Prince’s sidekick. Gordon Cooper and Matt Daines play the hilariously wicked Step Sisters, and are joined by the award-winning comedian Dave Bibby as Buttons, Marcellus Whyte as Prince Charming (Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream) and the wonderfully talented Marcavia McCarthy as Cinderella!📆 Fri 6 - Tue 31 December🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/cinderella-24
Cinderella Trailer 2024 Royal & Derngate 2024-11-06 | Royal & Derngate and Evolution bring you our most spectacular panto ever!Strictly champion Joanne Clifton will be dazzling as the Fairy, alongside Cbeebies‘ favourite Andy Day, as Dandini, the Prince’s sidekick. Gordon Cooper and Matt Daines play the hilariously wicked Step Sisters, and are joined by the award-winning comedian Dave Bibby as Buttons, Marcellus Whyte as Prince Charming (Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream) and the wonderfully talented Marcavia McCarthy as Cinderella!
So This Is Christmas - Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-10-29 | 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 heart-warming renditions of all your favourite Christmas songs.📆 Tue 19 November🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/so-this-is-christmas
Wonder Boy Vox Pops Royal & Derngate 2024-10-25 | The reviews are in for this heart-warming and inspiring story about the power of communication. 🦸♂️🦹♂️📆 Thu 21 - Sat 23 November🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/wonder-boy
Cluedo 2 Vox Pops Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-10-25 | The hit new whodunit show based on the classic boardgame comes to Northampton with a brand new murder mystery starring West End and TV star Jason Durr as Colonel Mustard and award winning actress and Strictly Come Dancing champion, Ellie Leach, playing Miss Scarlett.See what audiences are saying!📆 Tue 26 - Sat 30 November🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/cluedo-2
NMTC Footloose Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-10-15 | Based on the the 1980’s big screen hit, Footloose The Musical bursts on to the Derngate stage this Autumn, performed by our local award-winning group Northampton Musical Theatre Company.📆 Tue 29 Oct - Sat 02 Nov🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/nmtc-footloose
Royal & Derngate: Unforgettable Gift & Big Give 2024 Royal & Derngate 2024-10-14 | Our Unforgettable Gift campaign is back, and this year we've teamed up with the Big Give to double your donations.
Dear Evan Hansen UK Tour - Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-10-08 | Today is going to be a good day, and here's why...Tue 14 - Sat 18 Januaryroyalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/dear-evan-hansen
In Conservation with Adam Penford | DEAR EVAN HANSEN Royal & Derngate 2024-10-03 | Watch Director of Dear Evan Hansen, Adam Penford talking about the show.📆 Tue 14 - Sat 18 January 2025🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/dear-evan-hansen
My Mothers Funeral The Show - Cast Interview Royal & Derngate 2024-08-23 | Go behind the scenes with the cast of My Mother's Funeral: The Show.A Paines Plough, Mercury Theatre, Belgrade Theatre, Landmark Theatres, and Royal & Derngate, Northampton co-production📆 Thu 3 - Sat 5 October🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/my-mothers-funeral
Dear Zoo Live! Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-08-15 | I wrote to the Zoo to send me a pet and they sent me a…Ben and Sally are searching for the perfect pet, but instead the zoo sent a far too big elephant, a far too grumpy camel, and a far too jumpy frog. Whatever will they send next?!Rod Campbell’s much-loved lift the flap book has been a firm favourite with children and parents for over forty years. Lovingly adapted for the stage, his distinctive illustrations leap from the page in this colourful show packed full of puppetry, songs and, of course, all the animals from the zoo.With lots of laughs and audience interaction, Dear Zoo is the perfect introduction to theatre for young children. Join us and find out whether the zoo will send the perfect pet… in the end!
Never Let Me Go - Behind The Scenes Royal & Derngate 2024-08-06 | Marisha Wallace has recorded the title song for NEVER LET ME GO, a new play by Suzanne Heathcote based on the novel by Kazuo Ishiguro. Directed by Christopher Haydon, the production premieres at Rose Theatre, Kingston, this September. Ms. Wallace does not appear live on stage but instead offers her exquisite vocals to the recording of this original song, which features in the play, composed by Eamonn O'Dwyer. Casting will be announced as rehearsals begin in coming weeks.#MadeInNorthampton
Our Little Hour Promotional Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-08-05 | The inspirational story of Northampton’s legendary pioneering hero – Walter Tull – is brought to the stage in a new musical drama by award winning playwright Dougie Blaxland and celebrated composer Chris Anthony.royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/our-little-hour
Fairy Tale Of New York Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-07-23 | After three sell out tours, the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert is back with an even bigger production for 2024.From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish culture as our talented singers, musicians and dancers perform a world class concert featuring all the festive favourites including ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, ‘Step Into Christmas’, ‘Oh Holy Night’ and, of course, ‘The Fairytale of New York’.📆 Wed 20 November🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/fairy-tale-of-new-york
Opera Boys Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-07-22 | After a SOLD OUT show in 2023 The Opera Boys are back with A Night at the Musicals, a fabulous evening of power-house vocals, immaculate 4-part harmony, breath-taking musical medleys, stunning solo performances… and a few surprises!📆 Fri 11 January 2025🎫www.royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/opera-boys
Nick Stapleton: How To Beat Scammers Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-07-01 | Expert investigative journalist, Nick Stapleton, brings this unique evening, revealing the murky world of scams and fraud, as Nick shares some essential strategies to make sure your money stays where it should, in your pocket.📆 Sun 16 March 25🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/how-to-beat-scammers
Cluedo 2 - The Next Chapter | Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-06-25 | Following the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back with a brand new hilarious whodunit - Cluedo 2 - The Next Chapter! Don't miss this rollocking spoof of a comedy coming to Royal & Derngate for Autumn 2024!📆 Tue 26 - Sat 30 November🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/cluedo-2
Frankenstein - Official Tour EPK Royal & Derngate 2024-06-20 | 1943. Whilst Europe tears itself apart, two women hide from their past at what feels like the very end of the world. And one of them has a terrifying story to tell…📆 Tue 12 - Sat 16 November🎫royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/frankensteinFrankenstein Trailer for national stage tour 2023. Produced by Tilted Wig.Adapted & directed by Séan Aydon
Cluedo 2 - The Next Chapter | Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-06-20 | Following the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back with a brand new hilarious whodunit - Cluedo 2 - The Next Chapter! Don't miss this rollocking spoof of a comedy coming to Royal & Derngate for Autumn 2024!
Back in the Day - Official 2025 Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-06-13 | Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of the past with Back In The Day; the ultimate nostalgia party.📆 Tue 25 February 25🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/back-in-the-day
WONDER BOY TOUR TRAILER Royal & Derngate 2024-05-28 | Sonny is twelve. Living with a stammer, he’s finding his way in a world ruled by vicious vowels, confusing consonants, and let’s not forget the biggest beast of them all – small talk. Sonny’s only friend is Captain Chatter, a comic book hero of his own creation, but in the real-world language is power and Sonny must find a way to be heard. 📆 Thu 21 - Sat 23 November🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/wonder-boy
Principles of Deception Preview Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-05-24 | Sneak preview of Ali Cook's Principles of Deception coming to Royal & Derngate this July!📆 Fri 5 - Sat 6 July🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/principles-of-deception
Maggie & Me - Northampton Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-05-17 | “Don’t you worry. I’ll always love you. Love doesn’t run out. It’s not like the gas meter. I’ll find extra love.”Brighton, 2008: Damian Barr celebrates getting a deal to write a memoir about his chaotic childhood in 1980s Lanarkshire. But as soon as he opens the door to his troubled past, everybody comes rushing through, including his younger self and the woman who forever changes his family, community and country: Maggie Thatcher.📆 Thu 6 - Sat 8 June🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/maggie-me
Everybodys Talking About Jamie - Northampton Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-05-17 | Following a record-breaking three-year West End residency, sold-out UK & Ireland Tour and Amazon studios award-winning film, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie returns to Royal & Derngate, Northampton.Sixteen: the edge of possibility. Time to make your dreams come true!📆 Tue 28 May - Sat 1st June 🎫 royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/everybodys-talking-about-jamie
CIRQUE The Greatest Show - Official Trailer Royal & Derngate 2024-05-09 | It’s time to step into the light. Escape with us for a night like no other, where we take you into a world where the very best of musical theatre showstoppers meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular.📆 Sat 29 - Sun 30 June🎫royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/cirque-2024
