Featuring three sensational orchestras –the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sinfonia Viva and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Orchestral Season 2023/24
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WELCOME
We are delighted to announce our Orchestral Season is back for 2023/24 as we welcome the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) and introduce two magnificent additions to our programme with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra (RPLO) and Sinfonia Viva
This electrifying season commences in July with Sinfonia Viva, when the award-winning conductor Delyana Lazarova brings her dynamic conducting style for the first time to Northampton in one of Beethoven’s most revered works, his Symphony No.3, ‘Eroica’
40 years since they first performed on the Derngate stage the RLPO joins forces with cellist Pablo Ferrández and their Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan in Dvořák’s lyrical Cello Concerto. This must-see concert concludes with Brahms’ hall of fame classic, his Symphony No.4
Last, but certainly not least, is the return of the RPO who bring to Northampton a refreshed series of concerts featuring popular classics from Elgar’s Enigma Variations, to Dvořák’s most ever-green of symphonies, his Symphony No.9 ‘From the New World’
To find out more, please continue and read through this brochure for further programme details and subscription discounts.
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SINFONIA VIVA BEETHOVEN SYMPHONY
NO.3, ‘EROICA’
FRI 7 JULY 7.30PM 2023
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Joseph Bologne Chevalier de Saint-Georges
Overture to L’Amant
Mozart Piano Concerto No.20
Beethoven Symphony No.3 ‘Eroica’
Conductor Delyana Lazarova
Piano Ariel Lanyi
Conductor Delyana Lazarova brings her dynamic and electrifying conducting style to Northampton with Sinfonia Viva, the orchestra of the East Midlands, in one of Beethoven’s most celebrated works. Beethoven’s Symphony No.3 is a bold musical statement that revels in drama and flamboyance, igniting the spark for what became the Romantic period.
Exciting young Israeli pianist Ariel Lanyi joins the orchestra for Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.20. A piece very much admired by Beethoven, the concerto is an inspiring statement of musical joy, brought to life by the intense virtuosity of Lanyi’s precise and lyrical playing.
The Times on Delyana Lazarova
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“Impressive: energetic, clear conducting”
ROYAL LIVERPOOL
PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA BRAHMS
SYMPHONY NO.4
FRI 29 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM 2023
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Smetana Overture, The Bartered Bride
Dvořák Cello Concerto
Brahms Symphony No.4
Conductor Domingo Hindoyan
Cello Pablo Ferrández
The bridge is love: far from his homeland, Dvořák heard of the death of his childhood sweetheart and poured his heart and soul into a Cello Concerto that burns with sorrow, tenderness and beauty.
The fabulous Pablo Ferrández joins forces with Domingo Hindoyan in a concert that begins under the summer skies of Smetana’s joyous Czech comedy and ends in heroic style with the mighty final symphony by Dvořák’s greatest musical friend – Johannes Brahms.
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“…this is very much a cogent ensemble where no one really puts a foot wrong”
The Guardian
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ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA ELGAR’S ENIGMA VARIATIONS
FRI 24 NOVEMBER 7.30PM 2023
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Mendelssohn A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Overture, Nocturne & Scherzo
Tchaikovsky Rococo Variations
Elgar Enigma Variations
Conductor Adam Hickox
Cello Richard Harwood
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra return for a performance of some of the most-loved music in the orchestral repertoire.
Regarded as one of the greatest orchestral works of the twentieth century, Elgar’s Enigma Variations continues to intrigue audiences, with its main theme hidden amongst a characterful set of musical dedications to the composer’s friends and loved ones.
Mendelssohn captures the wonder and wit of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream filled with fairies, mischief and, of course, love.
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“Practically perfect”
The i on the RPO
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA DVOŘÁK’S SYMPHONY NO.9, ‘FROM THE NEW WORLD’
SUN 25 FEBRUARY 2.30PM 2024
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Beethoven Overture Leonora No.3
Haydn Cello Concerto in C
Dvořák Symphony No.9, ‘From the New World’
Conductor Shiyeon Sung
Cello Zlatomir Fung (RPO Artist-in-Residence 2023/24)
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra continue their 2023/24 season with a piece made famous by bread (of all things!), known as the music from Hovis’ ‘Boy on the Bike’ adverts. Written during a trip to America, it combines Dvořák’s signature Czech rhythms with the sounds of American spirituals.
RPO Artist-in-Residence Zlatomir Fung performs Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C major. Unearthed in 1961, two centuries after it was written, it swiftly gained popularity for its sense of joy and optimism from the cello’s triumphant opening chord in the first movement. Virtuosic and vivacious displays of musical agility are heard in the rapturous third movement with its dancing melody shared between the soloist and Orchestra.
Bachtrack on Shiyeon Sung
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“The performance was vivid, theatrical… with a permeating warmth and a glow”
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA VERDI’S REQUIEM
SUN 19 MAY 7.30PM 2024
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Verdi Requiem
Conductor Adrian Partington
Northampton Bach Choir
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra finish their 2023/24 season in Northampton with the Northampton Bach Choir in a performance of Verdi’s dramatic choral masterpiece.
Dies irae, dies illa… Trumpets blast, drums thunder and a mighty chorus cries out in terror. A Requiem is a service for the dead, but there was never any chance that an old fighter like Giuseppe Verdi would go quietly into the night. Sure enough, his huge Requiem mass has been called the grandest opera he never wrote: thrillingly dramatic, blazing with emotion and conceived on an absolutely gigantic scale.
Conducted by Adrian Partington, this performance is a chance to hear this fantastic piece that you cannot miss!
Bachtrack on the RPO
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“Sublime”
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
FRI 20 OCTOBER 7.30PM 2023
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Conductor Stephen Bell
Vocalist Alison Jiear
Vocalist Lance Ellington
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra promises to take you to double-0-heaven with this sensational concert! Fresh from a sell-out Film Music Gala in February 2023, conductor Stephen Bell will take to the podium to lead you through a night of iconic theme songs and thrilling Bond anthems from almost six decades of box office blockbusters.
Highlights to include: Goldfinger, Licence To Kill, You Only Live Twice, Thunderball, Diamonds Are Forever, Live And Let Die, From Russia With Love, Casino Royale, GoldenEye, Spectre and many more. Featuring star of Britain’s Got Talent and the West End Alison Jiear and legendary singer-songwriter Lance Ellington, this is a night you will want to re-live at least twice!
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COMING SOON TO ROYAL & DERNGATE
Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust
THE FESTIVAL
Tue 20 & Wed 21 June 7pm
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AND THEN THERE
Fri 8 – Sat 16 September
JAMES BURTON’S THE LOST WORDS
Wed 5 July 6pm
Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust
GENERATIONS
Sun 9 July 12pm & 6pm
Mon 16 – Sat 21 October
Fri 22 September 7.30pm
VARNA
Sleeping Beauty Thu 22 February 7.30pm
Swan Lake
23 February 7.30pm
The Nutcracker Sat 24 February 2.30pm & 7.30pm
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MURDER IN THE DARK
David Ross Education Trust
INTERNATIONAL BALLET
Fri
WERE NONE
THEMEN’S
DIRECTIONS
NC JAZZ: ART
NEW
FASCINATING AÏDA
THERE
Fri 22 September 7.30pm BY LUCY BAILEY
WERE NONE DIRECTED
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*Please note, the Music Of Bond concert is not included in this offer.
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BOOKING INFORMATION
BOX OFFICE OPENING HOURS
Sun & Mon: Closed
TELEPHONE:
Tue-Sat from 10am–6pm, CLOSED Sun-Mon.
IN PERSON:
Tue-Fri: 12noon-6pm, or until 15 minutes after the last show of the day begins.
Sat: 10am-5pm, or until 15 minutes after the last show of the day begins.
ONLINE: 24 hours a day
DISCOUNTS/CONCESSIONS
Stage & Screen Members, Friends, Under 16s, Over 60s, Students, Job Seekers and Disabled Patrons may be able to claim a discount on their tickets. Please let us know if you are eligible for a concession at the time of booking.
TRANSACTION FEE
A transaction charge of £4 applies to all bookings of £20 and over, except for Members, Disabled Patrons and Group Bookers. This charge is only applicable per-transaction and not per-ticket. The transaction charge exists to support the running costs of Royal & Derngate.
TICKET DELIVERY
Tickets can be sent electronically free of charge and may be printed at home or displayed on a smart phone upon entry. There is a £1.50 fee applicable to post your tickets to a UK address. We recommend that we do not post any tickets booked within 10 days of the performance, and instead will hold them at the Box Office for collection and a £1 fee applies for this service.
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CONDITIONS OF SALE
Once purchased, tickets are non-refundable except where a show is cancelled or postponed. For sold out shows we will accept returned tickets for re-sale up to 24 hours prior on the understanding that a gift voucher (less transaction fees) will be provided if the tickets are re-sold. Any tickets found to be sold via an unauthorised agent may be void without refund and the ticket holder refused entry.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All details correct at time of going to print. We reserve the right to make alterations to the programme, performers, times, ticket prices and opening hours. Concessions are subject to availability. All prices are subject to change. Proof of status will be required on the first purchase of a concessionary ticket and can be checked on any subsequent ticket purchase. Some events or performances may be advertised in the national media prior to publication in the brochure and this is beyond the control of the Management.
ACCESS INFORMATION
ACCESS TICKETING SCHEME
We invite all access users to register as part of our Access Scheme. This gives you the opportunity to tell us about specific needs you have and to apply for free or discounted tickets should you need extra assistance during your visit. By confirming your requirements, we can ensure that your tickets and seating are taken care of, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the show. To request an application form please call the Box Office, email access@royalandderngate.co.uk or visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk/access
ACCESS HOSTS
All of our Box Office and Front of House staff are happy to provide assistance, but there are also dedicated Access Hosts, who wear orange ties so they stand out from our Front of House team in the foyer upon your arrival. They have been trained to assist you to your seats via our lifts and ramps, to provide hearing loops, and are always happy to look after any support dogs while you enjoy the show. They will also provide assistance to patrons with additional access needs in the case of an emergency.
BUILDING ACCESS
Royal & Derngate has level access into the building and each auditorium, with wheelchair spaces in each and lift access to each floor (excl. Upper Circle). In order to ensure we cater for individual needs we ask all those looking to book a wheelchair seat to call us on 01604 624811 so that we can ensure that these needs are met during your visit.
PARKING
There are a number of disabled badge holders’ parking spaces to the front of Royal & Derngate in Albion Place surface car park (NN1 1UD), and disabled badge holders can park free along Derngate (NN1 1TY) in permitted spaces.
TOILET & CHANGING FACILITIES
Accessible toilet facilities are available. Baby changing facilities are located on both our entrance and Underground levels. In addition we have an adult changing facility with hoist located next to Underground 1&2, accessible by lift; a RADAR key is required to gain entrance to this facility.
GUIDE & HEARING DOGS
Guide and hearing dogs are welcome and water can be provided. We also offer free “doggy” ice cream for all service dogs visiting the theatre for a performance. If you wish to take your dog into the auditorium, please let Box Office know when booking so that suitable seats can be allocated for you.
MOBILITY SCOOTERS
Should you need to use a mobility scooter to get to your seat, a staff member will be able to assist with a wheelchair we have for use in these instances. Scooters can be safely left outside the auditorium.
SENNHEISER MOBILE CONNECT
Sennheiser Mobile Connect, a Wi-Fi based audio enhancement system, enables us to provide Audio Description for certain performances and Audio Enhancement for many other shows.
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Met Opera: Die Zauberflöte
Sat 3 June 5.55pm
The Royal Opera: Il Trovatore
Tue 13 June 7.15pm
Berliner Philharmoniker: Summer Concert
Fri 16 June 6.30pm
Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty
Wed 28 June 7.30pm
Sun 2 July 3.30pm
Oklahoma!
Starring Hugh Jackman
Wed 19 July 7pm Sun 13 August 3pm
André Rieu’s 2023
Maastricht Concert: Love is All Around
Sat 26 August 7pm Sun 27 August 2.45pm
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