Royal & Derngate, Northampton
@royalderngate.bsky.social
Theatres in the heart of Northampton's Cultural Quarter. Home of #MadeInNorthampton
Enquiries: boxoffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire NN1 1DP
www.royalandderngate.co.uk
Enquiries: boxoffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire NN1 1DP
www.royalandderngate.co.uk
"We're going to bring 2000 students to see the show"
Top Gs Like Me opens on our Royal stage on 23 Feb, but you can find out more about the show now by listening to our Beyond The Stage podcase with Northampton College and director Jesse Jones.
Top Gs Like Me opens on our Royal stage on 23 Feb, but you can find out more about the show now by listening to our Beyond The Stage podcase with Northampton College and director Jesse Jones.
February 14, 2026 at 7:01 PM
"We're going to bring 2000 students to see the show"
Top Gs Like Me opens on our Royal stage on 23 Feb, but you can find out more about the show now by listening to our Beyond The Stage podcase with Northampton College and director Jesse Jones.
Top Gs Like Me opens on our Royal stage on 23 Feb, but you can find out more about the show now by listening to our Beyond The Stage podcase with Northampton College and director Jesse Jones.
From Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory, “Arsenal!” Eric & Ern is a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines, songs and sketches.
Mon 15 - Sat 20 Jun | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/eric-and-ern/
Mon 15 - Sat 20 Jun | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/eric-and-ern/
February 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
From Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory, “Arsenal!” Eric & Ern is a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines, songs and sketches.
Mon 15 - Sat 20 Jun | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/eric-and-ern/
Mon 15 - Sat 20 Jun | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/eric-and-ern/
ON SALE NOW
👻 Clinton Baptiste
🎄 NMTC: Elf - The Musical
🌈 UK Pink Floyd Experience
🎶 Northampton College Music
🎤 The Balance of The Sexes
🩰 Scott's Showcases
🎸 The Story of Guitar Heroes
Book now: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/
👻 Clinton Baptiste
🎄 NMTC: Elf - The Musical
🌈 UK Pink Floyd Experience
🎶 Northampton College Music
🎤 The Balance of The Sexes
🩰 Scott's Showcases
🎸 The Story of Guitar Heroes
Book now: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/
February 13, 2026 at 10:01 AM
ON SALE NOW
👻 Clinton Baptiste
🎄 NMTC: Elf - The Musical
🌈 UK Pink Floyd Experience
🎶 Northampton College Music
🎤 The Balance of The Sexes
🩰 Scott's Showcases
🎸 The Story of Guitar Heroes
Book now: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/
👻 Clinton Baptiste
🎄 NMTC: Elf - The Musical
🌈 UK Pink Floyd Experience
🎶 Northampton College Music
🎤 The Balance of The Sexes
🩰 Scott's Showcases
🎸 The Story of Guitar Heroes
Book now: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/
After taking the West End by storm, Burlesque The Musical is coming to Northampton in 2027!
Our Members can book exclusively right now - with tickets going on General sale at 10am on Fri 13 February.
Mon 25 - Sat 30 Jan 2027 | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/burlesque-the-musical/
Our Members can book exclusively right now - with tickets going on General sale at 10am on Fri 13 February.
Mon 25 - Sat 30 Jan 2027 | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/burlesque-the-musical/
February 12, 2026 at 10:01 AM
After taking the West End by storm, Burlesque The Musical is coming to Northampton in 2027!
Our Members can book exclusively right now - with tickets going on General sale at 10am on Fri 13 February.
Mon 25 - Sat 30 Jan 2027 | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/burlesque-the-musical/
Our Members can book exclusively right now - with tickets going on General sale at 10am on Fri 13 February.
Mon 25 - Sat 30 Jan 2027 | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/burlesque-the-musical/
Thanks to new restorations of their silent films, and the rediscovery of some of Laurel & Hardy's lesser-known comedies, Neil Brand will uncover gems of hilarity from the team whose comedy never ages.
Sat 21 March 7.30pm | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/100-years-of-laurel-and-hardy/
Sat 21 March 7.30pm | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/100-years-of-laurel-and-hardy/
February 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Thanks to new restorations of their silent films, and the rediscovery of some of Laurel & Hardy's lesser-known comedies, Neil Brand will uncover gems of hilarity from the team whose comedy never ages.
Sat 21 March 7.30pm | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/100-years-of-laurel-and-hardy/
Sat 21 March 7.30pm | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/100-years-of-laurel-and-hardy/
Your cast for Zog has been announced!
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children.
Thu 7 - Sun 10 May | Royal
Relaxed Performance: Fri 8 May 1.30pm
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/zog/
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children.
Thu 7 - Sun 10 May | Royal
Relaxed Performance: Fri 8 May 1.30pm
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/zog/
February 11, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Your cast for Zog has been announced!
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children.
Thu 7 - Sun 10 May | Royal
Relaxed Performance: Fri 8 May 1.30pm
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/zog/
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children.
Thu 7 - Sun 10 May | Royal
Relaxed Performance: Fri 8 May 1.30pm
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/zog/
Looking for a Valentine's gift for the rock n roll fan in your life?
Treat them to an unforgettable evening with What's Love Got To Do With It? - the tribute show to the one and only Tina Turner.
Thu 18 Jun 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/
Treat them to an unforgettable evening with What's Love Got To Do With It? - the tribute show to the one and only Tina Turner.
Thu 18 Jun 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/
February 10, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Looking for a Valentine's gift for the rock n roll fan in your life?
Treat them to an unforgettable evening with What's Love Got To Do With It? - the tribute show to the one and only Tina Turner.
Thu 18 Jun 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/
Treat them to an unforgettable evening with What's Love Got To Do With It? - the tribute show to the one and only Tina Turner.
Thu 18 Jun 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/
If you’re a technically skilled theatre professional who enjoys combining hands-on delivery with team leadership in a fast-paced producing and receiving environment, this role offers real responsibility, variety, and impact.
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/
February 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
If you’re a technically skilled theatre professional who enjoys combining hands-on delivery with team leadership in a fast-paced producing and receiving environment, this role offers real responsibility, variety, and impact.
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/
There's just one week to go before Murder at Midnight comes to our Royal stage! Not got your tickets yet? You might have to be quick...
From Mon 16 Feb - tickets from £27
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
From Mon 16 Feb - tickets from £27
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
February 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM
There's just one week to go before Murder at Midnight comes to our Royal stage! Not got your tickets yet? You might have to be quick...
From Mon 16 Feb - tickets from £27
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
From Mon 16 Feb - tickets from £27
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
Top Gs Like Me - a brand new comedy set in Northapton - opens on our Derngate skate park this February. Pay what you can options now available on certain performances.
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
February 8, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Top Gs Like Me - a brand new comedy set in Northapton - opens on our Derngate skate park this February. Pay what you can options now available on certain performances.
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
Your Valentine's Day Screaming Blue Murder line up!
Steve Williams, Stephanie Laing and Tad Mahlunge head to our Underground for an evening of new comedy
Sat 14 Feb 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/screaming-blue-murder/
Steve Williams, Stephanie Laing and Tad Mahlunge head to our Underground for an evening of new comedy
Sat 14 Feb 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/screaming-blue-murder/
February 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Your Valentine's Day Screaming Blue Murder line up!
Steve Williams, Stephanie Laing and Tad Mahlunge head to our Underground for an evening of new comedy
Sat 14 Feb 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/screaming-blue-murder/
Steve Williams, Stephanie Laing and Tad Mahlunge head to our Underground for an evening of new comedy
Sat 14 Feb 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/screaming-blue-murder/
"We're turning the Derngate into a skate park"
Find out more about Top Gs Like Me here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
Find out more about Top Gs Like Me here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
January 31, 2026 at 7:01 PM
"We're turning the Derngate into a skate park"
Find out more about Top Gs Like Me here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
Find out more about Top Gs Like Me here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
Next week at Royal & Derngate
📖 The Gruffalo's Child
🍺 Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv
🎤 Killer Queen
😅 Rob Auton: Can
🎶 Sweet Caroline
See you there?
📖 The Gruffalo's Child
🍺 Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv
🎤 Killer Queen
😅 Rob Auton: Can
🎶 Sweet Caroline
See you there?
January 31, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Next week at Royal & Derngate
📖 The Gruffalo's Child
🍺 Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv
🎤 Killer Queen
😅 Rob Auton: Can
🎶 Sweet Caroline
See you there?
📖 The Gruffalo's Child
🍺 Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv
🎤 Killer Queen
😅 Rob Auton: Can
🎶 Sweet Caroline
See you there?
👀 Your very first sneaky peek at the plans for the set of Top Gs Like Me from designer Rebecca Brower
Yes, there is going to be a skate park in our Derngate auditorium!
Come and see the real thing in action in Top Gs Like Me from Mon 23 Feb
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
Yes, there is going to be a skate park in our Derngate auditorium!
Come and see the real thing in action in Top Gs Like Me from Mon 23 Feb
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
January 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM
👀 Your very first sneaky peek at the plans for the set of Top Gs Like Me from designer Rebecca Brower
Yes, there is going to be a skate park in our Derngate auditorium!
Come and see the real thing in action in Top Gs Like Me from Mon 23 Feb
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
Yes, there is going to be a skate park in our Derngate auditorium!
Come and see the real thing in action in Top Gs Like Me from Mon 23 Feb
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/top-gs-like-me/
EXTRA TICKETS RELEASED
A limited number of fantastic seats in the Stalls are available now for Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons on Wed 25 March.
Book here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/jason-manford/
A limited number of fantastic seats in the Stalls are available now for Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons on Wed 25 March.
Book here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/jason-manford/
January 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
EXTRA TICKETS RELEASED
A limited number of fantastic seats in the Stalls are available now for Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons on Wed 25 March.
Book here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/jason-manford/
A limited number of fantastic seats in the Stalls are available now for Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons on Wed 25 March.
Book here: https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/jason-manford/
One of the most exciting names to breakout in UK comedy, viral comedy star Josh James brings his highly anticipated debut tour Doin’ Alright to our Underground this March.
Sat 7 Mar 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/josh-james/
Sat 7 Mar 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/josh-james/
January 28, 2026 at 2:02 PM
One of the most exciting names to breakout in UK comedy, viral comedy star Josh James brings his highly anticipated debut tour Doin’ Alright to our Underground this March.
Sat 7 Mar 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/josh-james/
Sat 7 Mar 8pm | Underground
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/josh-james/
Get ready for the ultimate night out – Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spectacular new show that captures all the glitz, glamour, and excitement of Las Vegas.
Mon 19 Oct 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/the-legends-in-vegas/
Mon 19 Oct 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/the-legends-in-vegas/
January 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Get ready for the ultimate night out – Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spectacular new show that captures all the glitz, glamour, and excitement of Las Vegas.
Mon 19 Oct 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/the-legends-in-vegas/
Mon 19 Oct 7.30pm | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/the-legends-in-vegas/
We're so excited to see our The Jolly Christmas Postman has a home for Christmas 2026! It's heading to The Lowry in Salford from Fri 4 Dec.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/e0bk50Y49sz
Find out more: https://ow.ly/e0bk50Y49sz
The Jolly Christmas Postman | What's On
This all-new family show sees the Jolly Postman cycling through the snow to deliver parcels and letters to familiar friends as they prepare for Christmas celebrations.
thelowry.com
January 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We're so excited to see our The Jolly Christmas Postman has a home for Christmas 2026! It's heading to The Lowry in Salford from Fri 4 Dec.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/e0bk50Y49sz
Find out more: https://ow.ly/e0bk50Y49sz
Did you know? Last year we reduced our total carbon emissions by 355 tonnes. That's equivalent to planting 11,000 trees.
January 26, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Did you know? Last year we reduced our total carbon emissions by 355 tonnes. That's equivalent to planting 11,000 trees.
See some murderous traitors in this brand new murdery mystery starring Jason Durr, Susie Blake, Max Bowden and Katie McGlynn.
It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house…
Mon 16 - Sat 21 Feb | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house…
Mon 16 - Sat 21 Feb | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
January 23, 2026 at 7:01 PM
See some murderous traitors in this brand new murdery mystery starring Jason Durr, Susie Blake, Max Bowden and Katie McGlynn.
It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house…
Mon 16 - Sat 21 Feb | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house…
Mon 16 - Sat 21 Feb | Royal
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-midnight/
Operation Mincemeat is London’s biggest hit with 88 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history - and it's coming to Northamtpon this summer!
Mon 13 - Sat 18 Jul | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/operation-mincemeat/
Mon 13 - Sat 18 Jul | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/operation-mincemeat/
January 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Operation Mincemeat is London’s biggest hit with 88 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history - and it's coming to Northamtpon this summer!
Mon 13 - Sat 18 Jul | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/operation-mincemeat/
Mon 13 - Sat 18 Jul | Derngate
https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/operation-mincemeat/
Award-winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan appeared on The One Show this week to talk about his upcoming tour - which comes to our Royal stage on Thu 12 February.
Watch again: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002q7nt/the-one-show-19012026
Watch again: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002q7nt/the-one-show-19012026
January 21, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Award-winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan appeared on The One Show this week to talk about his upcoming tour - which comes to our Royal stage on Thu 12 February.
Watch again: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002q7nt/the-one-show-19012026
Watch again: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002q7nt/the-one-show-19012026
‼️Early Bird booking ends on Sat 31 January!‼️
Save 20% on your Beauty And The Beast tickets by booking early - and get the best seats at the best prices!
🎟️https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/beauty-and-the-beast/
Save 20% on your Beauty And The Beast tickets by booking early - and get the best seats at the best prices!
🎟️https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/beauty-and-the-beast/
January 20, 2026 at 2:02 PM
‼️Early Bird booking ends on Sat 31 January!‼️
Save 20% on your Beauty And The Beast tickets by booking early - and get the best seats at the best prices!
🎟️https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/beauty-and-the-beast/
Save 20% on your Beauty And The Beast tickets by booking early - and get the best seats at the best prices!
🎟️https://royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/beauty-and-the-beast/
Beat the January blues with a pick of feel good comedy and musicals at Royal & Derngate. There's something to make everyone smile this season!
Check out the shows here: https://ow.ly/Kvz650XZIIv
Check out the shows here: https://ow.ly/Kvz650XZIIv
January 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Beat the January blues with a pick of feel good comedy and musicals at Royal & Derngate. There's something to make everyone smile this season!
Check out the shows here: https://ow.ly/Kvz650XZIIv
Check out the shows here: https://ow.ly/Kvz650XZIIv
🛴 Our Top Gs cast and creatives are in the building! Rehearsals are underway for our groundbreaking Made In Northampton comedy about growing up online, which opens in our Derngate auditorium skate park on Mon 23 February.
January 19, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🛴 Our Top Gs cast and creatives are in the building! Rehearsals are underway for our groundbreaking Made In Northampton comedy about growing up online, which opens in our Derngate auditorium skate park on Mon 23 February.