Royal & Derngate

19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton
Northampton NN1 1DP

Upcoming Shows

Derren Brown: Only Human

Jul 21 – Jul 25, 2026

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...

Maisie Adam: Whatsherface

Sep 29

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...

Once Upon A Time In Sokoto

Sep 28 – Oct 10, 2026

“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...

The Choir Of Man

Oct 6 – Oct 10, 2026

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,...

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...

Henry Paker: Pencil Case

Oct 23

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...

Jimeoin: Ballyhoo!

Oct 23

A not-to-be-missed, hilarious evening with a genuine stand-up comedy legend who is globally hailed as one of live comedy’s masters – we are absolutely delighted...

Andy Parsons: Please #@!$ Off Back To Mars

Nov 5

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...

That'll Be Christmas

Nov 22

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,...

Blood Brothers

Nov 24 – Nov 28, 2026

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...

The Mousetrap

Jan 7 – Jan 16, 2027

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....

Burlesque: The Musical

Jan 25 – Jan 30, 2027

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...

Private Peaceful

Jan 27 – Jan 30, 2027

“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...

The Littlest Yak

Feb 4 – Feb 7, 2027

A rollicking, heart-warming tale for everyone.This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and...

A Shoddy Detective

Feb 18 – Feb 20, 2027

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...

The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time

Feb 23 – Feb 27, 2027

‘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...

Mo Gilligan: The Mo You Know

Mar 5

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...

The Dubliners Encore

Mar 31

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...

Paranormal Activity

May 11 – May 15, 2027

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...

Review: TILLY NO-BODY: CATASTROPHES OF LOVE, Arcola Theatre

by Clementine Scott · July 9, 2026

On the surface, Tilly No-Body: Catastrophes of Love has every element of a good one-woman show: a woman’s journey to gaining new agency, a compelling historical hook, and a exceedingly watchable performer. Given all these ingredients, it is striking how little this show has to say.…

Review: LA FILLE DU REGIMENT, Royal Ballet And Opera

by Franco Milazzo · July 9, 2026

All's fair in love and war — at least until the hero storms in on a tank. With Tamsin Greig playing a hilarious cameo, Laurent Pelly's production of Donizetti's comic opera returns to Covent Garden for its fifth outing.…

Review Roundup: Was Sam Ryder Heavenly in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR?

by Aliya Al-Hassan · July 8, 2026

The legendary rock opera by lyricist Tim Rice composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, the premiere of Jesus Christ Superstar redefined the Broadway musical and 40 years later it remains a beloved classic. The instantly recognisable tunes and daringly contemporary lyrics made it one of the most popular albums…

Review: SHEAR MADNESS, The Mill At Sonning

by Franco Milazzo · July 7, 2026

Move over Punchdrunk: the longest running immersive drama in the world has arrived in the UK. Set in a unisex hair salon, Shear Madness’ intriguing mix of murder mystery and interactive sleuthing comes to The Mill At Sonning where artistic director Sally Hughes helms one of the first adaptations t…

Review: THE LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK: FULL MOON, Sabai Pavilion

by Franco Milazzo · July 6, 2026

Twenty-eight years ago, The Ladyboys of Bangkok made a brief appearance at what was then the Queen's Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue (now the Sondheim, which has committed itself to Les Misérables with a fervour that makes Swifties look fickle). Now the company has finally brought its full touring op…

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, Starring Sam Ryder

by Aliya Al-Hassan · July 7, 2026

Ten years after Tim Sheader's hit version of Jesus Christ Superstar entranced audiences under the stars in Regent's Park, it is back in a much-hyped revival at the London Palladium. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's seminal rock musical was originally released as a concept album in 1970 and featur…

Review: LAST GOAL WINS, Broadway Theatre Catford

by Gary Naylor · July 4, 2026

Three footballers compete for two slots on the Nigeria football squad, exploring complicated identities and tangled heritage along the way…

Review: ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Peacock Theatre

by Cheryl Markosky · July 4, 2026

What did our critic think of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, LONDON CHILDREN'S BALLET at Peacock Theatre?…

Review: EUGENE ONEGIN, The Grange Festival

by Aliya Al-Hassan · July 5, 2026

Love, jealousy, arrogance, death and rejection, Tchaikovsky's opera Eugene Onegin has all the trappings of a grand opera, but in essence is a simple story. Brimming with the composer's trademark emotion, Max Webster directs a captivating production at The Grange Festival, featuring an exceptional pe…

Review: LA BOHÈME, Royal Ballet And Opera

by Cheryl Markosky · July 2, 2026

On the opening night of director Richard Jones's excellent production of Giacomo Puccini's La bohème, England's captain, Harry Kane, leads his team to the last 16 after scoring two goals against the Democratic of Congo in the World Cup. Concurrently, another decisive victory is pulled off by an equ…

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