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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 1d

📢EXTRA SHOWS ON SALE DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

Russell Howard is back, and is inviting you back into the room: no phones, no distractions, just humans and jokes. Don’t tell the algorithm.

Sat 12 & Sun 13 September 2026
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/russell-howard/

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Alex Kelly @voyager3.bsky.social · 1d

The ace @ingoodcompany.bsky.social are running my theatre-making-kit-meets-storytelling-game THE INVESTIGATIONS at @royalderngate.bsky.social as part of GenFest this year. You can take part and/or watch what they make with it:
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GenFest 2025: The Investigations - Royal & Derngate

The Investigations is a performance-making game from Voyager 3, delivered by In Good Company. Exploring the details of everyday life, this is a ‘make a show in a day’ devising workshop, presented as a...

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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 3d

The Overtones and Strictly Come Dancing’s world–champion professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova bring you Jukebox Idols - a non-stop whirlwind of the greatest hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s’ biggest music icons.

Tue 23 June 2026 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/jukebox-idols/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 3d

We’re proud to be named the UK’s Most Welcoming Theatre at the UK Theatre Awards 2025!
Huge thanks to our audiences, artists, volunteers and staff, you’re what makes Royal & Derngate such a special place to belong. #UKTAwards

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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 4d

COMING UP NEXT WEEK

🎤 Russell Watson: The Evolution Tour
🤠 Rich Hall: Chin Music
😂 Kae Kurd: What's O'Kurd
🎭 The Show Must Go... On?
😅 Matt Green: Legitimate Concerns
😆 Ardal O'Hanlon: Not Himself
🎤 Sara Pascoe: I am a Strange Gloop

https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 4d

Our Made In Northampton production - Breaking The Code - continues to bring in all the glowing reviews as it tours across the UK.

If you missed it here at Royal & Derngate, you can still catch it in Peterborough, Liverpool and Manchester.

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 5d

The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his new show Namaste where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up planet.

Fri 24 Oct 8pm
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/omid-djalili-25/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 5d

We are pleased to announce the full cast and creative team for our new Made in Northampton Christmas production from everyone’s favourite cat, Mog.

Read more: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/news/cast-and-creative-team-announced-for-mogs-christmas/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 5d

ON SALE NOW

😆 Russell Hicks: This Time It's Personal
⌛ Biff To The Future
🎙️ Josh James: Doin' Alright
🌱 Adam Frost
🍎 The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
👀 Mythos: Ragnarök
🥊 Golden Gloves Gala
😅 Shoot From The Hip
🎤 Nigel Havers: Talking B*ll*cks

Book now: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/

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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 6d

GENFEST 2025: Student Takeover

Four new 30-minute plays from the final year students on the University of Northampton’s BA Acting Programme.

Mon 17 November 7pm | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/genfest-2025-student-takeover/

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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 6d

This weekend is the UK Theatre Awards - and we're nominated for Most Welcoming Theatre alongside our pals Birmingham Rep and Shakespeare North Playhouse.

Good luck to all the amazing nominees across all the catagories - we can't wait to see who takes home the awards on Sunday!

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 6d

Kick off your festive celebrations with That'll Be Christmas!
Packed with your all-time favourite Christmas classics, laugh-out-loud comedy sketches, and heart-warming festive cheer

Wed 26 November 7pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/thatll-be-christmas/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 7d

⭐⭐⭐⭐ IT WOULD BE A CRIME TO MISS IT - Beyond The Curtain

From the writer of Murder in the Dark comes a deliciously twisted crime caper like no other.

Mon 16 - Sat 21 Feb | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 8d

Following the sell-out tour of Murder On The Orient Express, the European premier of Death On The Nile reunites writer Ken Ludwig, director Lucy Bailey and Fiery Angel.

Tue 4 - Sat 8 Nov
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/death-on-the-nile/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 8d

Our Unforgettable Gift campaign is back for a 10th year!

For every £10 donated, we can unlock a free ticket - so please give what you can.

Find out more: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/news/ten-years-of-magical-memories-unforgettable-gift-2025-is-launched/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 9d

Our Royal Christmas show, Mog's Christmas, opens in just two months!

The Wardrobe Ensemble adapt Judith Kerr’s beloved and iconic stories for the stage in a lively and enchanting production.

Sat 6 - Wed 31 December | Royal
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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 9d

Your booking includes a complimentary drink on arrival and an opportunity to network with participating artists and those attending.

Tickets are free, but booking is essential
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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 9d

Join Artistic Director Jesse Jones as we launch GenFest 2025, our seventh Artist Development festival supporting the work of freelance artists, practitioners and Associate artists.

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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 9d

JUST ANNOUNCED!

More than sport, the Golden Gloves Gala celebrates community, culture, and an unforgettable experience.

On sale later this week!

https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/golden-gloves-gala/

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 9d

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates based in Northampton or the East Midlands.

TO APPLY: Send an email to [email protected] – please attach your CV and a short covering note highlighting relevant experience by 10am on Monday 20 October.

Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 9d

Royal & Derngate is seeking an experienced Sound No. 1 to join our team on our upcoming production of Judith Kerr’s Mog’s Christmas, directed by Helena Middleton.

The show will consist of 7 radio-micced performers, a live piano and live saxophone.

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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 10d

Hailed as the UK’s most successful country act, Ward Thomas - twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy - bring their special show with stripped back versions of songs from across their career to Northampton this November.

Tue 25 November 7.30pm | Royal
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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 10d

There's just 2 months to go (Oh yes there is!)

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan will be flying into our Derngate auditorium from Fri 5 December. Have you hooked your tickets yet?

Fri 5 - Wed 31 December | Derngate
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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 11d

International non-binary beatbox star SK Shlomo has collaborated with Bjork, Ed Sheeran and Gorillaz, toured the world and performed on main stages at festivals like Glastonbury.

★★★★★ “sets young imaginations alight” The Times

Wed 29 October 2pm | Royal
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Royal & Derngate, Northampton @royalderngate.bsky.social · 11d

SPYMONKEY ARE BACK! The Foundations of Funny workshop with Toby Park will take place this December right here at Royal & Derngate.

Bursary deadline has now been extended to Mon 13 October at midday,.

Find out more and book here: spymonkey.co.uk/event/5-days...