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Immersive Sound Bath

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

Join us for what promises to be an amazing event, where sound healing frequencies and stunning immersive visuals meet to create a powerful experience. Enter a realm of peace, tranquillity, contemplation and wonder. Lay back and melt away any stresses you may be carrying, as the journey unfolds with beautiful visuals and sacred geometry. Ashleigh Louise is a Sound Practitioner and Holistic Therapist who intuitively creates and layers frequencies and vibrations with gongs, chimes, drum, crystal singing bowls and more. Stimulate your senses and clear your mind with this offering of transformative sounds enhanced by beautiful visuals. Booking essential and over 18s only.

£22

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Northamptonshire Natural History Society The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

THE BURREN by Seán Karley. Seán will talk about his favourite botanical territory, a rich limestone pavement in county Clare on the West Coast of Ireland.

Comedy Crate at The Picturedrome

The Picturedrome 222 Kettering Rd, Northampton, Northants, United Kingdom

Double Headliner Bobby Mair Originally from Canada, Bobby Mair is a uniquely talented stand up comedian that can set any comedy room ablaze. Winner of multiple comedy competitions, Bobby has opened for global touring comedians, including Bill Burr, Bill Maher, and Doug Stanhope. Since moving to the UK, he has established himself as a stand out headliner with many TV appearances, including Roast Battle (Comedy Central), 8 Out of 10 Cats (Channel 4) and Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC Three). He was also the host of the reality horror show, Killer Camp (ITV2), and starred in the reality sitcom, Bobby and Harriet: Get Married (Vice). Charlie Baker Charlie’s versatile talents as a stand-up comedian, actor, and highly acclaimed jazz-singer have seen him earn a reputation as ‘a superior take on the modern showman’ (Guardian). On screen, he has starred in countless shows including The Last Leg, Harry Hill’s Tea Time, Comedy Central at the Comedy Store, The Great British Bake-Off: An Extra Slice, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Richard Osman’s House of Games, Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live, The Dog Ate My Homework and Channel 4’s Comedy Gala. Charlie also starred in the leading role in Harry Hill’s Tony! The Tony Blair...

NFF’s Youth Disability Advisory Board presents a selection of shorts for schools (12A)

Delepre Abbey London Rd, Northampton, Northants, United Kingdom

This invitation-only event will be screening a selection of short films to secondary school and college age young people. We're showing two films from the NFF 2025 shortlist - plus a selection of films chosen by our Youth Disability Advisory Board made by or starring people with disabilities provided by Oska Bright Film Festival, the world’s leading festival for films made by or featuring people with learning disabilities or autism. Sarah Leigh will take part in a Q&A after the screening of her film 'One For The Road'. All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

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VISUALISE at 78

78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH

Contemporary Stitched Textiles The Bassett-Lowke Rooms Sat 8 Mar 2025 - Sun 25 May 2025 An exhibition of Contemporary Stitched Art Textiles We are delighted to be hosting this new exhibition of textiles and mixed media work which has been created by the Visualise textile group. Visualise was formed several years ago, by like-minded artists who enjoy creating diverse work with stitch as the common thread. The exhibition will also feature work by internationally known textile artist and Embroiderers Guild member Nigel Cheney who is the current mentor to Visualise. On display is a diverse array of abstract, realistic and figurative art using a wide variety of media: paper, fabric (new, distressed and recycled) and found objects which are hand and machine stitched, or felted to create art inspired by both the natural world and the built environment. The exhibition includes textile art inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and 78 Derngate itself, with framed and small items for sale. Combining a look round the iconic Charles Rennie Mackintosh House before visiting the exhibition, gardens and shop, followed by partaking of some drink or food in The Dining Room is the perfect way to spend a glorious few hours in Northampton...

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Shaped by Shoes: The Northamptonshire Shoe Industry

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

An exhibition about the history of shoemaking in Northampton. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 28 September 2024 - Sunday 15 March 2025 The shoemaking industry has been part of Northamptonshire's history for hundreds of years. This exhibition will look at how the industry has affected the lives of the people of Northamptonshire and beyond, not only through employment but providing hospitals, carnivals, days out and Christmas parties. It will explore the history of the biggest employers in Northamptonshire through personal stories and artefacts.

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The Conduct Might Seem Innocent. The Victim Might Not Be Aware

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

The Conduct Might Seem Innocent. The Victim Might Not Be Aware Image courtesy of the artist and copyright Gemma Briggs A photographic exhibition about coercive and controlling behaviour, providing evidence of the mundane domestic scenarios that form the crime scene A photographic exhibition about coercive and controlling behaviour, providing evidence of the mundane domestic scenarios that form the crime scene. These constructed scenes of everyday life – produced in collaboration with survivors – reflect the ambiguities and psychological manipulation that enable this crime to flourish.

NFF 2025 short films: Celebrating Identity (12A)

Delepre Abbey London Rd, Northampton, Northants, United Kingdom

A selection of short films from documentary to drama, from Northampton and across the country, about people discovering themselves, celebrating their talents and finding their tribe. As well as the films, there will be a chance to discuss the films afterwards. The certificate of this screening is 12A. Doors open at 2pm. Delapre's cafe will be open throughout for refreshments. For the Coffee + Cake ticket, you can swap the coffee for tea or various soft drinks. A variety of cakes will be available on the day. All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

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Pinocchio

The Old Savoy - The home of The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE

Anton Benson Productions return to The Old Savoy with their hilarious new Easter Pantomime… with no strings attached! Join Pinocchio as he sets off on his adventure to Fantasy Island, where he hopes to learn right from wrong and fulfil his dreams of becoming a real boy. But will he follow his conscience or will the wicked Stromboli have other plans? Starring Bobby Davro & Katie Price who will be joined by Kate Salmon, Ryan Greaves and Phyl Harries. There will also be a special guest appearance from Zippy & George from Rainbow!! Showtimes 3pm and 7pm

NFF 2025 Opening Gala + prosecco (18)

Delepre Abbey London Rd, Northampton, Northants, United Kingdom

Join us on the red carpet at the beautiful Delapre Abbey to celebrate the start of Northampton Film Festival 2025. Watch a selection of films, from drama to documentary, comedy and animation, meet some of the filmmakers and also the NFF team. Each ticket includes a glass of prosecco (or a soft drink if you prefer). The Orangery cafe (with limited menu) and bar will be open throughout. Event photo from NFF 2024 by Simon Turner - expect a new red carpet moment for 2025! Doors 6.30pm. The films will show with an interval and time for a Q&A afterwards. The order of films may change. This screening has an 18 certificate although many of the films we show have a U or 12A certificate - if you would like any trigger warnings in advance after reading the films' descriptions, please do get in touch info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

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Saba’s Swim

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

Seven months ago, Saba walked out of her GCSE mocks and didn’t come back. Her friends don’t understand why. Now, on prom night, Saba’s finally made contact, challenging her friends to track her down via a series of cryptic clues. But when the friends are finally reunited, Saba is different. The way she sees the world has changed. And what she’s asking of her friends… is it more than they can give? This new play written by Danusia Samal, directed by Anna Simpson, and performed by the Royal & Derngate Young Company, asks probing questions about the responsibility of the individual in a troubled globalised world, as well as growing up, growing apart, and how far should you go for what you think is right. The Young Company will also be performing Saba’s Swim as part of the National Theatre Connections Festival. Content Warning: This performance contains flashing lights which may not be suitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy

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Tambo & Bones

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

Tambo and Bones are stuck in a minstrel show. It’s hard to know what’s real when you’re stuck in a minstrel show. Their escape plan: get out, get rich, get even. AN ACTORS TOURING COMPANY, STRATFORD EAST AND ROYAL & DERNGATE, NORTHAMPTON CO-PRODUCTION IN ASSOCIATION WITH BELGRADE THEATRE, LEEDS PLAYHOUSE AND LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN In this exhilarating, funny and provocative satire, Tambo and Bones journey from comedy double-act, to hip-hop superstars, to activists in a future America, contending with the alarming repercussions of a nation torn apart by race. Spanning 500 years of history, Tambo & Bones laughs through our past, blows the roof off our present and imagines an explosive future for our world and for theatre. Tambo & Bones was one of the most talked about cultural events of 2023 when it received its UK premiere at Stratford East. Directed by Matthew Xia, this Made In Northampton co-production opens in Northampton before embarking on its first ever UK tour. Join the Conversation – Post-Show Discussion with the cast and associate director. Wednesday 12 March Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to engage directly with the creative team behind Tambo & Bones! Join Director Matthew Xia,  Associate Director Dubheasa Lanipekun, Jesse Jones, Artistic Director of Royal & Derngate, and some of the cast...

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