Musical master of ceremonies Jools Holland and his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are back and joined by Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall alongside special guest Roland Gift.
Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation is proud to present the world’s largest youth drama festival at The Deco. Join us this November for an exhilarating evening of live theatre, featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools. See Shakespeare’s timeless stories brought to life like never before, and support young people from your community as they take to the stage. “Every child in every school ought to have the chance to experience this magical process” – Philip Pullman, author and CSSF patron. Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation is a cultural education charity, transforming lives through the unique power of Shakespeare. Our annual Festival provides a platform for up to 30,000 young people to express themselves and grow in confidence as they take to a professional stage. These performances are the culmination of months of work in which young people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities have been finding their voice in school rehearsal rooms.
Enjoy a wander round 78 Derngate and take in the unique interiors and history of the only house in England designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Then, sit down to paint your own Christmas ornaments whilst enjoying a glass or two of festive fizz! Hand paint your own beautiful baubles this festive season at 78 Derngate.
Paul Chowdhry – Family Friendly Comedian
After nearly a decade of touring the UK and countless global performances, the award-winning Frankie’s Guys are now firmly established as one of the world’s foremost celebrations of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Featuring stars from the global smash-hit musical Jersey Boys, Frankie’s Guys have become internationally renowned in their own right for their astonishing vocal harmonies, slick dance moves, and the electric atmosphere they bring to the stage! Accompanied by their incredible live band, the show includes all of the iconic Four Seasons’ hits including Big Girls Don’t Cry, December 1963 (Oh What A Night), Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Grease, and many more!
If Jen Brister has learned anything in the past 18 months, it’s that she’s no good in a crisis. (Unless you count getting into the foetal position in under 30 seconds.) Has the pandemic changed her for the better or is she the same old pessimistic naysayer she’s always been? I think we all know the answer to that. Let’s just hope she can make it funny.
Join Maz, our dedicated and experienced yoga teacher, who will help you to reset and recharge with an energising yoga flow. You will be treated to a warmig drink of your choice and an energy ball on arrival. We’ll then begin with a meditation session to ground you ready for your uplifting yoga practice. After the class, we will gather for a healthy and nutritious brunch to refuel and chat with fellow yogis.Brunch will include vegan and vegetarian options. Please notify us if you have any allergies or dietary requirements. Please bring your own yoga mat/towel and water bottle or purchase from our Northampton Museum and Art Gallery yoga range in our museum shop.Food and drink included. Please notify us in advance of any dietary requirements.
Saturday 12 November 10.30am - 12.30pm £12 including all materials Learn a historic quilting technique using simple stitches which can be used as a standalone technique, or in combination with other embroidery stitches, to add texture to your traditional or contemporary creations. In this workshop Sharn will briefly outline the history of corded quilting, including showing a 250-year-old example from the museum’s collection. She will then help participants produce a small sample in a ‘sew along’ session that can be used to make a Christmas card. The workshop will conclude with ideas of how to combine corded quilting with other sewing techniques and which designs work best. This workshop is suitable for both people with limited stitch experience and more experienced embroiderers looking to add to their technique library. Booking essential.
Saturday 12 November 11am – 12.30pm 2 - 3pm £8 On this weekend of remembrance join a tour of the war memorials in Northampton town centre with David Parish MBE of the Western Front Association. Please meet at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery. Suitable for over 16s. Booking essential.