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Jamie Reid: Taking Liberties!

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Infamously and eternally connected with the Sex Pistols and the DIY ethic of punk, Jamie Reid’s image-making has equally, over the decades, been at the centre of activist movements. Taking Liberties! features posters, banners, drawings and collages designed by Jamie Reid with the express purpose of viscerally grabbing the public’s attention, increasing awareness of campaigns for social justice and change.

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Found in the Fields

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Found in the Fields is an exhibition of sixteen images by artist Carry Akroyd incorporating words form the poet John Clare, for Akroyd this is a reoccurring theme. Throughout her enjoyment of colour and sense of composition combine productively with her eye for bird life and botany.

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Wow! Said The Owl

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Explore the wonderful world of colours with a curious little owl, who is determined to stay awake and see what day light brings.From the warm, pink glow of dawn through to a day filled with the bright colours of green leaves, blue sky, white clouds and, finally, a stunning rainbow — ‘WOW!’. But despite the beauty of the daytime world, the little owl decides that the night-time stars are the most beautiful of all.WOW! Said the Owl, the acclaimed children’s book by award winning author, Tim Hopgood, is brought to life through a blend of beautiful storytelling, puppetry and music. Directed by Joy Haynes, this show will delight and excite very young audiences.Based on the book by Tim HopgoodAdapted and directed by Joy HaynesCreative Producer: Miranda PitcherSet and costumes designed by Fiammetta HorvatPuppets designed and made by Keith FrederickMusic and lyrics by Dominic Sales

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Wow! Said The Owl

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Explore the wonderful world of colours with a curious little owl, who is determined to stay awake and see what day light brings.From the warm, pink glow of dawn through to a day filled with the bright colours of green leaves, blue sky, white clouds and, finally, a stunning rainbow — ‘WOW!’. But despite the beauty of the daytime world, the little owl decides that the night-time stars are the most beautiful of all.WOW! Said the Owl, the acclaimed children’s book by award winning author, Tim Hopgood, is brought to life through a blend of beautiful storytelling, puppetry and music. Directed by Joy Haynes, this show will delight and excite very young audiences.Based on the book by Tim HopgoodAdapted and directed by Joy HaynesCreative Producer: Miranda PitcherSet and costumes designed by Fiammetta HorvatPuppets designed and made by Keith FrederickMusic and lyrics by Dominic Sales

MADDOX JONES

Roadmender 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
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NMTC: Kinky Boots

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Northampton Musical Theatre Company continue to build on the success of Calendar Girls, Made In Dagenham and Shrek, and are delighted to bring their fantastic new production of Kinky Boots to the stage. With wonderful music by Cyndi Lauper, this tale about a struggling shoe factory, based on a true story, will lift your spirits and have you dancing in your seats. NMTC are once again proud to be making the Derngate auditorium their home for Kinky Boots, coinciding with its 40th birthday year.

Crimes on Centre Court

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

New Old Friends in association with MAST Mayflower Studios present Crimes on Centre Court Lord Knows the chair of The Whombledun International Invitational Tennis Tournament has died and his son, Hugh, is suspicious. The police won’t take the case so Hugh calls in Perry & Penny Pink, private investigators. What transpires has all the hallmarks of multi-award-winning New Old Friends particular brand of theatrical hilarity: a cast of four performers play countless characters with quick-fire changes and quicker wits. Expect mirth, murder and mayhem, with a side of tennis. Crimes On Centre Court, based on a story from the award-winning podcast (#2 in iTunes fiction chart), toured to great acclaim in 2021 and is an ace of a show which you’re sure to (fifteen) love. This deucey treat will rally the spirits and leave you wanting a second serve-ing of the volley of gags and visual delights. You won’t see it game set and matched anywhere else. New Old Friends have built a national reputation with their wildly inventive set-pieces, twisty plots and commitment to unadulterated entertainment.

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

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