You’re all invited to the CBeebies House Party LIVE!A family fun-packed stage show with sensational songs, stupendous surprises and mega moments.Join the superstars of CBeebies – Andy Day, Evie Pickerill, Rebecca Keatley, George Webster, Duggee with BSL interpreter Emma Jane Mansfield – as they throw an epic party just for YOU!Get ready to rave… with dancing, singing, streamers, giant jellies and bubbles galore….and of course, a CBeebies Bedtime Story.But…IT’S NOT TIME FOR BEDTIME! IT’S TIME TO PARTY!
BSL Integrated PerformanceSuitable for all agesBabes in arms – Children under 18 months can go free sitting on a paying adult’s knee.
The Production Garden in association with Cube Room Productions presents an evening of Eric & Ern with Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens. From the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern.This is a show for all the family from 8 to 80!A brilliant homage crammed full of renditions of those famous comedy sketches, that hits all the right notes! Coming to Royal & Derngate celebrating the centenary year of the nation’s favourite comedy legends Morecambe & Wise!From Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory, “Arsenal!” It’s a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines, songs and sketches.This wonderful show evokes memories of times when whole families would huddle around the telly to watch those fantastic Christmas specials.You’ll feel you’ve experienced the real thing and been taken back to a world of sunshine and laughter.As seen on The One Show on BBC1 and The Alan Titchmarsh Show on ITV.
Suitable for ages 8+Duration: 1 hour and 50 minutes (including a 20 minute interval)
Join BAFTA-winning actor, comedian, director, and writer Richard Ayoade for an evening of reflections as he shares insights from his latest book, Afterthoughts, or Some Pistachios Won’t Open: Wisdom for the Unreflective.Partially recognisable for being in The IT Crowd, his acclaimed films Submarine and The Double, he has also hosted TV landfill like Travel Man and The Crystal Maze, and lent his nasal voice to The Boxtrolls, Early Man, Soul and The Bad Guys.But you may well know him best for his role as ‘photographer’ in The Life and Death of Peter Sellers in which he delivered the iconic line: ‘Please, Mr Sellers, can I get a shot of you and your mum?’Now, in the midst of some self-inflicted financial difficulty, he turns to the stage, inviting you to explore over 500 of his colossal notions.Thoughts like…Where’s the box to tick if you ARE a robot?If, when one door shuts, another door opens, there’s something wrong with your doors. They shouldn’t be doing that.TV detectives need a gimmick. Mine would be not caring who did it.Afterthoughts goes beyond rumination, past pondering, probing further than ever before. Drawing from a deeply private pool of questions—a reservoir so refreshing you may never need to think again
Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It’s London’s biggest hit with 113 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history. Now also a Tony-nominated Best Musical on Broadway!The year is 1943 and right now we’re losing the war. Luckily, we’re about to gamble all our futures on a stolen corpse.Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II.Bursting at the seams with the kind of chaos you couldn’t invent, the question is: how did a dead body, a fake love letter, and – of all people – Ian Fleming come together to wrong-foot Hitler?
Audio Described and Pre-show Touch Tour availableBSL Interpreted performance available Group Discounts
Prepare to be astonished! The multi-award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, returns to Royal & Derngate with his brand new live show, Only Human.The content of Only Human is still under wraps, but we can guarantee you a mind-blowing experience that’ll take your breath away!Tickets for Derren’s shows always sell out fast, so don’t miss out.
Not suitable for under 12s
“There are powers that bind the world together, softer than spirits yet stronger than stone, that tie the river to the tree, the tree to rain clouds, rain clouds to the land, and people to each other.”The award-winning Once Upon A Time In Sokoto tells the epic story of a beautiful but unlikely friendship forged between a slave and her former master. Differences in faith, culture and heritage are overcome in the face of new enemies, in a gripping family drama set against the backdrop of events leading to the creation of Nigeria.Winner of the 2024 Alfred Fagon Award for Once Upon A Time In Sokoto, Nigeria-born Inua Ellams is an internationally celebrated poet, playwright, and artist. He has published four poetry collections and his plays include the hugely popular and critically acclaimed Barber Shop Chronicles (Fuel/National Theatre, UK and International tour) and the award-winning The 14th Tale (Fuel/UK tour) and his retelling of Three Sisters (National Theatre).
Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface.Join the “tall, chaotic one with the weird hair”* as she returns with her trademark wit, firecracker gags, and probably a few angry outbursts along the way.*A genuine description given by her best friend’s Mum at a wedding this year.
16+Duration: Approx 110 minutes including interval
Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever UK tour.Welcome to The Choir Of Man, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement!Brimming with hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other!A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers, this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all… live!An uplifting celebration of community and friendship where everyone is welcome, don’t miss this feel-good night of foot-stomping entertainment, so good you’ll want to come back and see it again and again.
Recommended for ages 10+: Contains on-stage alcohol use and some adult themes. No swearing.Duration: Approx 2 hours including an intervalAudio Described and Pre-show Touch Tour availableBSL Interpreted performance available
A secret marriage.The brink of war.Fact and fiction.It’s not just black and white.Fear, passion and paranoia bubble beneath the surface of Othello and Desdemona’s newlywed life.Iago’s manipulations begin in whispers – and end in ruin.Director Anthony Almeida‘s new production looks afresh at this iconic tragedy – as much about love as it is about hate.“Chaos is come again.”
Recommended for ages 14+
New comedy show from Henry Paker, featuring live illustration.You’ve looked behind a Wizard’s Curtain. You’ve visited a sausage factory. Do you dare to gaze inside a cartoonist’s pencil case?Leave your preconceptions about comedy/illustration at the door and expect to find them in an absolute state on the way out. As heard on Three Bean Salad podcast. As seen on The Last Leg and Russell Howard’s Good News. Cartoons as seen in Joe Wilkinson: My Autobiography and Kay’s Anatomy.
Life is hard. Come and have a laugh about it.After his nationwide critical-smash sellout 2023/24 Tour, Andy is back with a brand-new show. As seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week and his 2025 NextUp standup special.
That’ll Be Christmas is back with a brand-new version of the beloved show to bring you all your favourite festive classics in one spectacular, feel-good evening, guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit!As the longest running touring theatre Christmas show, That’ll Be Christmas has become a seasonal tradition for audiences everywhere. Packed with timeless singalong hits, sparkling performances, laugh-out-loud comedy, and heartwarming moments, it’s festive entertainment the whole family can enjoy.Whether you’re continuing a cherished tradition or starting a new one, join us for a magical night of music, laughter, and pure Christmas joy.
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award-winning Blood Brothers. The production ran for more than 10,000 performances in London’s West End and has been affectionately christened the Standing Ovation Musical as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” (The Daily Mail).The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.
SOLVE THEATRE’S MOST FAMOUS MYSTERYSince 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting Shadows and the best kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ireland.A shocking murder rattles London. Far from the chaos, a remote country guesthouse welcomes seven strangers seeking refuge. But when a police sergeant battles through a deadly snowstorm with a warning no one expects, it becomes clear the threat is already within their walls.Every whisper hides a clue. Every story masks a lie. And as suspicion tightens its grip, one question chills the room:Who among them is capable of murder?Step inside Royal & Derngate, and solve the greatest murder mystery that has kept the world guessing for generations.THE MANOR AWAITS
Suitable for ages 7+Duration: 2 hours and 5 mins inc. interval
After taking the West End by storm — where it became summer 2025’s biggest hit, selling out night after night – Burlesque A BIG New Musical is coming to Northampton for January 2027.From executive producer Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, based on the hit movie, Burlesque invites you to a club like no other: a hidden world beneath the city lights where sequins sparkle, seduction shimmers and lives can change in the flick of a feather boa.When Ali arrives in New York searching for the mother she never knew, she stumbles upon a dazzling underground scene alive with music, movement, and mystery. Drawn into this intoxicating world, she begins to uncover her extraordinary voice — and finds an unexpected family of dreamers, misfits and schemers who will change her life forever.Burlesque is a scintillating journey of self-discovery that absolutely sizzles, featuring powerhouse songs by Christina Aguilera, Sia and Diane Warren, alongside thrilling new numbers from Todrick Hall and Jess Folley.
Recommended for ages 12+Audio Described Performance and Touch Tour availableBSL Interpreted Performance available
“An important and brilliantly executed piece of theatre” British Theatre GuideAfter captivating audiences worldwide, Private Peaceful returns to the stage with fresh energy and timeless power.From Michael Morpurgo, beloved author of War Horse, comes the unforgettable story of Tommo Peaceful. On the eve of battle, Tommo looks back over the events that shaped his life: the warmth of family, the innocence of first love, and the deep bond with his brother that carries him through the horrors of war.In this acclaimed one-person tour de force, adapted and directed by Simon Reade, a single actor conjures an entire world of characters, landscapes, and emotions. At once heart-warming and heart-breaking, Private Peaceful is both a moving family drama and a powerful reminder of the human cost of war.Lauded across the globe as an international smash hit, this production now embarks on a bold new chapter.One man. One story. One unmissable night of theatre.
Recommended for ages 8+
Shoddy Theatre and The Production Garden in association with Chelmsford Theatre presents…A Shoddy Detective and The Art of DeceptionDIRECT FROM THE WEST END!A laugh-out-loud comedy whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos.When a priceless painting vanishes at a manor auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock and his unlikely ally must interrogate eccentric suspects, outwit a cunning thief, and crack the century’s mystery.The unlikely duo must question the colourful array of suspects living at the manor, all while trying to track down the cunning thief and solve the crime of the century.After sell-out runs in the West End, at the Edinburgh Fringe, and across the UK, the Shoddy team return bigger, funnier, and even more ridiculous than before.Catch the comedy that’s taking the country by storm — before it vanishes without a clue!
Under 14s to be accompanied by an adultDuration: 2hrs inc. 20 min interval
‘An incredible rollercoaster of a tale’ – The GuardianTHE CENTURY’S MOST POPULAR MURDER MYSTERYThe internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers is coming in a brand-new staging more thrilling than ever.Christopher Boone is gifted with a brilliant mind for numbers but unsettled by the unpredictability of people and everyday life. When a neighbour’s dog is discovered killed, he finds himself under suspicion. Determined to prove his innocence, Christopher becomes both detective and suspect, drawn into a mystery that grows darker and more complex with every clue he uncovers.What begins as the search for a culprit soon reveals secrets closer to home, forcing him to confront truths that will test his courage, his family, and his understanding of trust, independence, and the wider world.Inventive, gripping, and moving, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time combines the intrigue of a whodunnit with a powerful coming-of-age story in an unforgettable theatrical event.
Suitable for ages 10+Duration: Approx. 2 hours 25 minutes, including interval
Triple BAFTA winning stand up sensation Mo Gilligan has announced his biggest ever World Tour with The Mo You Know and is coming to Royal & Derngate in March 2027!Named ‘The Funniest Man in Britain’ by The Times, Mo’s debut stand up tour was a total sell out, which included a huge two week residency in London’s West End.As seen on The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan (C4), The Masked Singer (ITV) in the film 10 Lives and author of That Moment When… Mo is back with his biggest tour yet.
The Dubliners Encore is the official stage show celebrating the greatest folk band of all time.Produced by The Dubliners’ John Sheahan; renowned fiddle player and legendary Irish icon, this new show packs 50 years of songs, stories, and craic, into one unforgettable night.Rediscover the original bad boys of Irish music – the beards, the ballads, and the band that put Ireland on the world stage. This hugely talented cast captures the magic of The Dubliners singing all their hits, including The Wild Rover, Seven Drunken Nights, The Black Velvet Band, Whiskey in the Jar and The Irish Rover.Be a part of the ultimate Irish sing-along. This music extravaganza will have you singing your heart out and dancing your cares away long after the lights have dimmed.
THE SELL-OUT WEST END & INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON – 2026 OLIVIERAWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST ENTERTAINMENT???? ‘A night that leaves you spellbound. Jaw-clenchingly, arm-clutchingly thrilling’ – The GuardianJames and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that placesaren’t haunted, people are…This thrilling West End hit is inspired by the iconic, hugely popular film series, Paranormal Activity, with a brand-new story live on stage. Now embarking on its first ever UK and Ireland tour after a sellout London season, this chilling production promises to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Hold your nerve…
Recommended for ages 15+
Northampton train station is approximately a 15 minute walk from the theatre
Bars are open before performances
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Royal & Derngate, Northampton is the main venue for arts and entertainment in Northamptonshire – last year we welcomed more than 314,000 audience members for a diverse programme of drama, music, dance, comedy and film. Another 180,000 people saw our award-winning Made in Northampton productions across the country, shows originated, cast, built, rehearsed and premiered on our stages.
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