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What’s On
Dame Trott and her family have been selling ice cream at the annual fair for as long as anyone can remember. But when the ginormous giant puts the rent up, the family are forced to sell their beloved cow Pat for just a handful of beans…
Following last year’s smash-hit success, the award winning Little Wolf Entertainment are back with the biggest panto of them all, full of marvellous moo-sic, cow-ntless costumes and an udderly ridiculous Dame with giant size jokes!
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“PERFECTION IN EVERY SENSE, OH YES IT WAS!”
Fairy Powered Productions review 2023
Gold shows: Tickets from £24 (Conc. £22)
Silver shows: Tickets from £22 (Conc. £20); Family £80 for 4
Bronze shows: Tickets £17
THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 4 - 104!
Thu 12 Dec Schools performances only
Fri 13 Dec 6pm
Sat 14 Dec 12.30pm 4.30pm
Sun 15 Dec No performances
Mon 16 Dec Schools performances only
Tue 17 Dec Schools performances only
Wed 18 Dec 6pm BSL
Thu 19 Dec No performances
Fri 20 Dec 6pm
Sat 21 Dec 12.30pm 4.30pm
Sun 22 Dec 12.30pm 4.30pm
Mon 23 Dec 2pm 6pm
Tue 24 Dec 11am 3pm
Wed 25 Dec MERRY CHRISTMAS
Thu 26 Dec 12.30pm 4.30pm
Fri 27 Dec 12.30pm 5.30pm REL
Sat 28 Dec 2pm AD 6pm
Sun 29 Dec 11am Thu 12 - Sun 29 December BSL AD REL Access performances: see page 29
Corby Amateur Theatrical Society present
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Fri 3 – Sun 5 January Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm & 7pm; Sun 12pm & 4.30pm
Following last year’s triumphant run of Sleeping Beauty and the summer musical hit Oliver!, CATS returns with another enchanting production, promising to be the fairest of them all.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will transport audiences into a magical world where Prince Ferdinand, the hilarious Chuckles, the ever-entertaining Dame Edna Bucket and a cast of delightful characters embark on a thrilling adventure to rescue Snow White from the clutches of the Wicked Queen.
This family-friendly show is the perfect way to continue the Christmas celebrations and make unforgettable memories with loved ones. With its mix of humour, music and captivating performances, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Tickets from £16 (Conc. £14) Family £50 for 4 THE THEATRE
Yippee Ki Yay
(the parody celebration of Die Hard)
Fri 17 January 7.30pm
Following critically acclaimed UK and USA tours and two Edinburgh Festival Fringe seasons, Yippee Ki Yay, Richard Marsh’s acclaimed rhyming retelling of classic (festive?) film Die Hard, is joyfully funny and not to be missed.
When gunmen seize an LA skyscraper, off-duty policeman John McClane is the hostages’ only hope. This uplifting action romp (and unauthorised parody) celebrates the iconic 80’s festive favourite while also telling the personal story of a life-long Die Hard fan. Essential viewing for Hans Gruber connoisseurs and newcomers alike.
Content warning: divorce, foot trauma, German terrorists.
HHHH “EPICALLY ENTERTAINING SHOW IS A LOVE LETTER TO A MASTERPIECE” The Times
HHHH “WHETHER YOU’RE A DIE HARD FAN OR NOT, IT GUARANTEES HAPPY TRAILS” The Guardian
Tickets from £25 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 14+
Paradise Found
Thu 23 January 7.30pm
Legacy Concert Company proudly presents the UK’s ultimate Meat Loaf theatre rock show. Paradise Found delivers a two hour high octane tribute performance featuring an electrifying all star headline band.
Blazing through Meat Loaf’s greatest hits and legendary singalong anthems, including Bat Out Of Hell, Took The Words, Bad For Good, Out Of The Frying Pan, Dead Ringer For Love and more.
Expect high impact visuals, formidable musicians and an immersive live music experience like no other dedicated to the legend of Meat Loaf.
So come on, hold tight and get ready to sing, dance and be part of the wildest night of your life.
Tickets from £30 THE THEATRE | Suitable for ages 12+
So True: The Tribute to Spandau Ballet
Fri 24 January 7.30pm
Get ready to be taken on an electrifying journey down memory lane to the golden age of New Wave and Synth-Pop at the heart of the 1980s.
So True is the only tribute band to have its gigs listed on Spandau Ballet’s website. Immerse yourself in the unmistakable sounds of Spandau Ballet’s hits such as Gold, True, To Cut A Long Story Short, I’ll Fly For You, Highly Strung, Communication, Through The Barricades and many more. This tribute delivers an evening of pure musical nostalgia, so let the music take you back in time.
Tickets from £26.50 THE THEATRE
Screaming Blue Murder
Fri 24 January 8pm
Kick off your year with laughter! Join us for the first of our Spring Comedy Club nights, where we spotlight some of the top talent from the comedy circuit. It’s the ultimate Friday night treat you won’t want to miss.
This month’s line-up includes:
Andrew O’Neill
Dani Johns
Roger Monkhouse
Compère: Brendan Dempsey
Tickets from £14
THE LAB I Suitable for ages 16+
Weldon Amateur Theatre School present Matilda Jr
Sat 25 January 2.30pm & 6.30pm
Enjoy a magical journey filled with music, mischief, and heartwarming moments as the juniors at Weldon Theatre School proudly present Matilda JR. Based on the beloved Roald Dahl story, Matilda JR is the tale of an extraordinary girl with a vivid imagination, incredible intelligence, and a fierce determination to stand up for what’s right. Packed with catchy tunes, fun choreography and unforgettable characters, this family-friendly musical is a treat for everyone!
Tickets from £16.50 (Conc. £14.50) THE THEATRE
Queenz: Drag Me To The Disco
Wed 29 January 7.30pm
Queenz are back with a brand new show! Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime.
After two trailblazing years of touring the country, a run in London’s West End, and accumulating countless 5-star reviews, Queenz has rapidly ascended as one of the world’s most successful drag shows.
Featuring more sequins and surprises than ever before, the gals are ready to drag you to the dancefloor and serve up the ultimate celebration of powerhouse popstars & dazzling disco divas.
“ONE OF THE BEST SHOWS I HAVE EVER SEEN” Gay Times
“QUEENZ IS JOYFUL” Metro
Tickets from £29.50 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 14+
The Floyd Effect: The Dark Animals Tour
Thu 30 January 7.30pm
Featuring two complete Pink Floyd albums, the whole of Animals along with a signature performance of Dark Side Of The Moon, The Floyd Effect’s new tour allows you to experience them both performed unbroken and completely unabridged, exactly as they were meant to be. With a full light show and the band’s latest projections, sit back and enjoy as the band takes you on a journey through the most revered music ever written and performed. Unless you were there the first time around, it was never as real as this.
Tickets from £28
THE THEATRE
Northants Sings Out For Teamwork Trust
Fri 31 January 7.30pm
Northants Sings Out (NSO) became Britain’s Got Talent 2024 finalists after wowing millions of viewers and celebrity judges. The vocal ensemble headline the event and will showcase their harmonies and energetic performance skills. Led by “Maestro” Gareth Fuller and joined by talented local performers, Deep Roots Tall Trees and Tresham College Choir, this concert is not to be missed!
Profits from the NNC Chairman’s Charity Concert will benefit the nominated charity, Teamwork Trust, a Northants Day Service provider for Adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and/or Mild Mental Health issues. Please help to raise funds and be part of a wonderful evening.
Tickets from £15 THE THEATRE
Sound & Vision: A Tribute to David Bowie
Sat 1 February 7.30pm
Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here! Sound & Vision – A Tribute to David Bowie was launched on what would have been Bowie’s 75th birthday, and his songs still have the ability to affect and influence music lovers across the world. Sound & Vision present a note-perfect recreation of the legend himself, and their 7-piece band offers audiences a chance to fully appreciate each complex nuance of his songs, including Ziggy Stardust, Life on Mars, Starman, All the Young Dudes, Rebel-Rebel,China Girl and more. This will be a memorable rock experience with the UK’s best sound-alike Bowie show.
Tickets from £25 THE THEATRE
Weldon Amateur Theatre School present West Side Story
Fri 7 - Sun 9 February
Fri 7pm; Sat - Sun 2.30pm & 7pm
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of music, dance and drama as Weldon Theatre School proudly present the timeless classic West Side Story. This production brings the streets of New York City to life with a tale of love, rivalry and heartbreak. Featuring an incredibly talented cast of performers, unforgettable songs such as Tonight, Maria and America, and dazzling choreography, West Side Story is a must-see event that captures the spirit of unity and hope amidst conflict.
Tickets from £18 (Conc. £14.50) Groups 10+ £15.50 THE THEATRE
Connor Burns 1994
Wed 12 February 7.30pm
From one of the UK’s most exciting emerging new stand-up stars, 1994 is Edinburgh native’s Connor Burns’ third solo hour. A prolific joke writer, his Scottish-level cynicism and self-deprecation punctuates a disarmingly relaxed persona and an intelligent, razor-sharp wit.
HHHHH “THERE IS A GREAT COMEDY TALENT AT WORK HERE…THERE IS NOTHING HE SETS HIS COMEDIC SIGHTS ON THAT HE MISSES… HE IS FEARLESS AND IT IS WONDERFUL…HILARIOUS!” The Scotsman
HHHH “BRILLIANT… GAGS COMING AT YOU AT A TERRIFYING RATE” The List
Tickets from £19 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 14+
Vamos Theatre, in a co-commission with London International Mime Festival and a coproduction with New Wolsey Theatre, present
Boy on the Roof
Thu 13 February 7.30pm
At 73 Cooper St, Rosie Baxter wishes her son wasn’t such a troublemaker. Liam Baxter can’t switch off, can’t sit still, he’s disruptive at school and chaotic at home. As for Liam, he just wishes someone understood him. Three doors down, Albert keeps himself to himself. At 91, he knows what he likes and likes what he knows. But Albert misses his wife and just wishes someone, somewhere would have time for him.
When Liam and Albert’s paths cross, no one can fathom what they have in common. But the boy and the man share more than they know, and what slowly grows is a friendship that both of them need, even if the rest of the world can’t see it.
Presented by award-winning full-mask maestros, Vamos Theatre, this wordless performance has been created through Community Conversations, gathering people’s experiences of ADHD, loneliness, aging, hearing loss, connection and community.
Tickets from £15 (Conc. £13) Groups 10+ £13 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 12+ Boy on the Roof is accessible to deaf audiences without BSL interpretation.
John
Godber Company present
Do I Love You?
Fri 14 - Sat 15 February 7.30pm
Join twenty-somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. What started as a College project has grown into a passion, but the dance steps are exhausting. Far beyond their home city of Hull our trio find excitement, purpose and the tribe they’ve been looking for. Now they can’t get enough; from Brid Spa to Stoke, from Northampton to the Tower Ballroom our young soulies are determined to keep the faith!
This is Northern Soul for a new generation, but with rising costs, unemployment, and small town blues, has anything really changed? Is this England 1975 or 2025? The pubs are closing, hospitality has gone, and strikes are everywhere; but when you’re out on the floor … So spread the talc and grab your loafers, our trio are heading for a weekender! From John Godber, the writer of the legendary Bouncers. It’ll never be over for us!
“ANOTHER LITTLE DRAMATIC GEM FROM THE PEN OF JOHN GODBER” British Theatre Guide “INFECTIOUS AND EXHILARATING” The Times
Tickets from £21 (Conc. £18) THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 14+
Roxette UK
Thu 20 February 7.30pm
Bringing the arena sound of Swedish pop rockers, Roxette UK perform hits such as The Look, Joyride, Must Have Been Love, Dressed For Success, Fading Like A Flower, Dangerous, Crash Boom Bang, Almost Unreal and many more.
Featuring Libbi as the late Marie Fredriksson and Matt Black as Per Gessle with an uncanny resemblance in looks and sound, this amazing live show takes you on a joyride through Roxette’s career in the 80s and 90s, with thumping anthems and melodic ballads.
Tickets from £25; Groups 6+ £23 THE THEATRE
Sonrisa Arts present Dance in the Dark
Fri 21 February 1.30pm & 3.30pm
Come in your favourite PJs for a slumber party in a giant sleepover den and a night-time adventure into a playful world of imagination. As darkness descends, let’s giggle as we get ready for bed, play in the spooky shadows, listen to night-time sounds, and feel the blustery wind and drizzly rain on our faces in the storm.
We’ll meet friendly nocturnal creatures… some slithering slugs, most magical moths, and fantastical fireflies. Discover the magic of the dark as we whirl and twirl, catch a shooting star and learn how to be brave at bedtime.
A captivating contemporary dance and live music show, Dance in the Dark is a dreamy multi-sensory feast, co-created with children and families, also featuring immersive sound, scents and fun audience interaction.
“UTTERLY RAPTUROUS” Audience member
“A REALLY LOVELY SHOW WHICH ENTHRALLED THE YOUNG AND NOT SO YOUNG AUDIENCE” Live & Local
Tickets from £8.50 THE LAB I Ideal for ages 3-6
Genesis Connected
Sat 22 February 7.30pm
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, with hits including Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, Solsbury Hill, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more. The frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist, he is also a truly gifted drummer just like Phil Collins. Expect the show to include the iconic “double drums” element as featured on every Genesis and Phil Collins tour.
Tickets from £28 THE THEATRE
Fairport Convention
Sun 23 February 7.30pm
Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century. During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes, but one thing has remained the same, Fairport’s passion for performance. This year’s Winter Tour will present a mix of long-established Fairport favourites and some surprises from albums old and new. The band features founding member Simon Nicol on guitar and vocals, Dave Pegg on bass guitar, Ric Sanders on violin, Chris Leslie on fiddle, mandolin and vocals, and former member Dave Mattacks on drums.
Tickets from £30 THE THEATRE
Rare Productions present Annie
Thu 27 February - Sat 1 March Thu - Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2pm & 6.30pm
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. This classic musical is a must for all the family, with a great sound track and fabulous acting parts.
Tickets from £21 (Conc £20) Child u16 £19 THE THEATRE
Screaming Blue Murder
Fri 28 February 8pm
Our Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club is the perfect Friday treat. Gather your friends and head to our bar before relaxing into a night of hilarious stand up with comedy’s rising stars.
This month’s line-up includes:
Alan Francis
Dee Allum
Prateek Kohli
Compère: Brendan Dempsey
Tickets from £14 THE LAB I Suitable for ages 16+
Totally Tina
Thu 6 March 7.30pm
Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme Tina Justine Riddoch and her talented cast. This breathtaking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’s incredible songbook. Featuring early hits Proud Mary, River Deep - Mountain High and Nutbush City Limits, plus 80’s anthems We Don’t Need Another Hero, Simply The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It, I Don’t Wanna Lose You and When The Heartache Is Over, Justine recreates those famed live performances. Join an army of loyal fans for a truly authentic, fun-packed musical spectacular!
Tickets from £29 THE THEATRE
Bee Gees & ABBA in Concert Experience
Fri 7 March 7.30pm
This Bee Gees and Abba double headline show features non stop hits including Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, Tragedy, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and so many more.
Over two hours of party, feel good anthems to get you dancing in the aisles. World class tribute vocalists and musicians will transport you back to the magic era of Disco/Pop, so bring along all the Dancing Queens and let’s keep this music Stayin’ Alive!
Tickets from £30.50; Groups 6+ £29 THE THEATRE
Glendon Gang Show
Wed 12 - Sat 15 March
Wed - Fri 7.15pm; Sat 2.15pm & 7.15pm
Glendon Gang Show are pleased to present their second annual Gang Show, showcasing the talents of local Scouts and Guides from the Kettering and Corby areas. This show is their opportunity to develop their artistic and creative talents, whilst having lots of fun and entertaining the general public.
This fast moving, energetic and fun filled variety entertainment show is one not to be missed.
Tickets from £14 (Conc. £12) THE THEATRE
The Spice Girls Experience
Wed 19 March 7.30pm
Fresh off the back of their stint as opening act for Adele’s 2024 Munich Residency, The Spice Girls Experience are super-excited to be touring with their very special theatre show with a fun party vibe.
They’ll be performing everybody’s favourite Spice Girls hits with their superb backing band; with impressive vocals, dance routines, and stunning authentic costumes, Adele says ‘I effing LOVE THEM’ ….and so will you!
Since forming in 1996, The Spice Girls became the biggest Girl Band of all time, with hits including Wannabe, Stop, Say You’ll Be There, Who Do You Think You Are, Viva Forever, Too Much, Goodbye, Holler, 2 Become 1, Mama and Spice Up Your Life. Their popularity is timeless with an enduring and loyal fan base which continues to grow.
“WHEN THE SPICE GIRLS EXPERIENCE SAID THEY COULD DO MY SHOWS I WAS OVER THE MOON” Adele
Tickets from £32.50; Groups 10+ £27 THE THEATRE
Adam Frost
Thu 20 March 7.30pm
Award-winning British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter, Adam Frost, is leaving the garden and heading back out on tour. In his most personal show to date, Adam will discuss the plants that have shaped his life and reflect on what’s brought him to where he is now. He’ll unearth the inspiration he’s found through a life in the garden, the people he’s met along the way, the music that’s steered his course and why he identifies as an ‘old romantic fool’. Don’t miss your chance to hear Adam’s amusing anecdotes and poignant reflections, and to immerse yourself not just in gardening, but in human nature itself and the madness of it all.
Tickets from £35 THE THEATRE
Sparks present Falling for Rapunzel
Tue 25 March 6.30pm
Is Rapunzel having a bad hair day? Or is it that she simply does not need a prince to rescue her?
Enjoy a lively and simple re-telling of this classic fairytale performed by our youngest theatre groups Sparks
Tickets from £6 (Conc. £3) THE THEATRE
The Mumford & Sons Story
Wed 26 March 7.30pm
The Mumford & Sons Story tells the incredible tale of the floor-stomping folk-rock band that, in 2009, took the world by storm. Four musicians come together in tweed waistcoats, skinny jeans and bushy beards to celebrate the best of Mumford & Sons’ iconic music and their explosive rise to fame. With beautiful vocal harmonies and foot-stomping drums, the band will have you on your feet playing all their very best hits, including Little Lion Man, I Will Wait, The Cave, Roll Away Your Stone and more. This is a stomp and holler not to be missed!
Tickets from £25 THE THEATRE
Calling Planet Earth
Thu 27 March 7.30pm
Calling Planet Earth recreates the electrifying 80s and takes you on a musical memory right back to the nightclub dance floor! Relive, sing, dance and party to many of the best 80s songs ever from artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Ultravox, Visage, Tears For Fears and ABC, with unforgettable hits such as Planet Earth, True, Tainted Love, Vienna, The Look Of Love and more. Performed by an incredible live band combined with stunning vocals, this show is without doubt the most stunning 80s experience ever brought back to the future.
Tickets from £30 THE THEATRE
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Fri 28 - Sun 30 March
Fri 1.30pm & 4.30pm; Sat 12pm & 3pm; Sun 11am & 2pm
The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets.
The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/ illustrator Eric Carle: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Busy Spider and of course, the star of the show, The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle’s adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre.
“A TRIUMPH!” Time Out “CHARMING AND INGENIOUS” The Stage
Tickets from £13.50; Groups 10+ £11.50 THE THEATRE
Screaming Blue Murder
Fri 28 March 8pm
Our third Springtime installment of our regular comedy club is the perfect opportunity to get your mates together for a hilarious night out.
This month’s line-up includes:
Joe Jacobs
Ada Camp
Michael Shafar
Compère: Brendan Dempsey
Tickets from £14 THE LAB I Suitable for ages 16+
Core Motion Easter Sharing & Project M Live!
Tue 1 April 7pm
Two of our creative youth groups come together to deliver a show based around the theme of Collaboration. Core Motion brings together a selection of personal creative choices from the young people, to perform a dance piece that celebrates the wonderful synergistic possibilities that can be produced when individuals blend single ideas to generate a collaborative creation. Using the same theme, Project M performers will share some new musical performance partnerships, blending genres and styles and showcasing how working together with other performers can stretch your own creative boundaries.
Tickets from £6 (Conc. £3)
THE THEATRE
Core
Create
present Murder Mystery: Stage Fright
Wed 2 April 7pm
Get ready for a thrilling night of suspense and discovery with an interactive murder mystery brought to life by our talented youth drama group. It’s opening night of the high school play but when a body is discovered, it’s clear there is far more drama backstage than on it. With teachers and students hiding terrible secrets, just who is responsible?
It’s down to the audience to solve the mystery. Join us for a unique blend of intrigue and drama and discover the guilty party.
Tickets from £6 (Conc. £3)
THE LAB
Billy Billingham MBEAlways A Little Further
Wed 2 April 7.30pm
Billy Billingham MBE QCB is as tough as they come. Chief Instructor on Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins, Paratrooper, decorated SAS leader, and a bodyguard to Hollywood superstars, Billy has seen extreme combat and gruelling missions aplenty. Spend an extraordinary evening with him, as he shares his incredible, inspirational story.
Billy will share stories of his astonishing experiences; from leaving school at 11 and running with gangs in Birmingham before joining the Royal Marine cadets and Parachute Regiment, to rising to the rank of sergeant major in the SAS and undertaking dozens of classified and extremely dangerous missions. Finally, Billy will take us behind the scenes of SAS: Who Dares Wins, where he has gained a reputation for excellence, honesty and integrity, supporting his fellow DS, but also intimidating and inspiring the contestants who take on the demanding challenges each week.
Educating, entertaining and enthralling in equal measure, and with the chance to pose your questions to the man himself, this event will inspire those wishing to seek a challenge and conquer it, the SAS way.
Tickets from £35 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 14+
Country Hits Live
Fri 4 April 7.30pm
Transporting you right into the heart of downtown Nashville, Country Hits Live will celebrate the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music. Prepare to be taken back through the history of country music celebrating artists such as Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, Taylor Swift and Luke Combs; and featuring songs including Folsom Prison Blues, Crazy, Jolene, The Gambler to name a few. Performed by a cast of multi award-winning musicians and singers, fronted by UK Country singer Jade Helliwell, and, direct from Nashville, Lars Pluto
Tickets from £27 THE THEATRE
Rutland Musical Theatre present Shrek the Musical
Wed 9 - Sat 19 April
Wed - Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm; Sun 2.30pm; Additional matinee Thu 17 Apr 2.30pm
Following their hugely successful productions of The Addams Family and Kinky Boots at The Core, Rutland Musical Theatre are proud to present the family favourite Shrek The Musical!
Get ready to leave your troubles Far Far Away and embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, love, and ogre-sized fun.
Join Shrek and his trusty sidekick Donkey as they set out on a quest to defeat the fearsome dragon and rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona. With a heartwarming story and a cast of unforgettable characters, this musical extravaganza is a journey you won’t want to miss. It’s the perfect night out for the whole family that promises a musical spectacular for big kids and little kids alike.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey with Shrek and his friends, because in this kingdom, everyone is part of the adventure.
A perfect storm brings a feuding family and a king together on a magical island. When Prospero escaped Milan with his daughter years ago, the chance to return didn’t ever seem possible. Now ruler of a magical island, Prospero has his chance; as the King of Naples and Prospero’s estranged sibling Antonio sail close to the island. Will Prospero take revenge, or will all be forgiven and forgotten?
Following the success of last year’s Romeo and Juliet, the latest in the series of First Encounters with Shakespeare productions makes Shakespeare’s play about families, magic and forgiveness relevant for a new generation of theatregoers. This 80-minute version of The Tempest uses an edited version of the original play to create the perfect first introduction for young people aged 7-13 and their families.
THE TEMPEST
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
The tour of First Encounters: The Tempest is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, which makes it possible for the RSC to expand its tour to work in partnership with more places across England.
Tickets from £14 (Conc. £12) THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 7+
In Other Words
Tue 29 - Wed 30 April 8pm
They call it ‘the incident’ now. What happened when they first met. He always said it was part of his ‘romantic plan’, but they both know that’s rubbish.
Connected by the music of Frank Sinatra, this intimate, humorous and deeply moving drama examines the power of music, memory and the nature of enduring love.
Matthew Seager’s five star, Moliere Award winning drama has now been seen by over 300,000 people in multiple languages across the globe.
Tickets from £16
THE LAB I Suitable for ages 12+
Northern Ballet present Hansel & Gretel
Wed 30 April 2pm & 5pm
Come on an enchanting adventure in Northern Ballet’s brand-new children’s ballet Hansel & Gretel
In this reimagined classic, Hansel and Gretel take a walk through the woods, unaware of the damage they leave behind. But when they get lost, they meet a host of spirited friends who teach them how we can all better look after the planet - and have some fun along the way!
Northern Ballet’s magical ballets for children bring muchloved fairy tales to life with bold sets, bright costumes and brilliant live music and dance - the perfect way for you and your child to experience the wonder of ballet together.
We are delighted to welcome back Northern Ballet to The Core, following much-loved performances such as Tortoise & the Hare, Ugly Duckling, and Pinocchio.
“REAL FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT” Yorkshire Times (Tortoise & the Hare)
Tickets from £10.50 (Conc. £8.50) Groups 10+ £8.50 THE THEATRE I Suitable for ages 3+
Screaming Blue Murder
Fri 2 May 8pm
Enjoy a night out with friends, as a brand new line-up of comedians take to the stage for a night of laughter. Grab a drink from our bar, and get ready to be entertained.
Line up to be announced.
Tickets from £14
THE LAB I Suitable for ages 16+
Coming Soon
Visit www.thecorecorby.com to find out more about these and other amazing shows on sale now.
The Fureys Thu 1 May
One Night in Dublin Thu 15 May
The Roller Boys Fri 23 May
Singin’ I’m No a Billy, He’s a Tim Fri 2 - Sat 3 May
Fleetwood Bac Fri 16 May
American Four Tops Sat 10 May Electrik Live Orchestra Sat 14 June ADHD Unmasked Thu 26 June
The Glenn Miller & Big Band Spectacular Thu 22 May
Get Involved
Get Involved
Our Get Involved programme welcomes children, families and people of all ages to join in with our wide range of creative sessions and projects. We also have some interactive, digital workshops accessible to all.
Young People
Core Create
Wed 8 January - Wed 2 April (no session Wed 19 February)
6pm – 8pm
Ages 12-18
Come along to our fabulously innovative and supportive group for young people aged 12-18. No audition is required, just a passion and commitment for being creative. With workshops from visiting artists and the chance to learn a wide range of theatre skills including devising, performing, directing and stage management, Core Create is a wonderful opportunity for young people to boost their confidence and creativity.
This term, Core Create will be taking a peep behind the theatre curtain with their theme of ‘Beyond the Drama’ exploring the different roles involved in theatre and other forms of creative production.
Join us for what promises to be an incredible term!
Price £50 per term Bursary places available
Project M
Thu 9 January - Thu 3 April
Ages 12-19
Project M is a youth music project for young people aged 12–19 years. With a focus on growing your confidence through creative musical opportunities, at Project M you become part of a community with access to professional production equipment, musicians, recording studios, and, once you are ready, performance opportunities at The Core and beyond. No previous experience is necessary but an interest in being creative is vital. If you would like to drop into a session, please register your details at www.thecorecorby. com/project-m and one of the team will be in touch.
Price FREE
Project M is supported by Youth Music
Core Motion
Tue 7 January - Tue 1 April (no sessionTue 18 February)
6.30pm - 8.30pm
Ages 11-16
Are you in year 7 – 11 with an interest in dance? Then Core Motion may be the group for you.
In association with Moving Together, you will work towards achieving an Arts Award Qualification allowing you to explore and develop your dance skills through practical sessions and theoretical work. Fun, practical sessions explore a range of dance styles and creative approaches, with theoretical sessions exploring the wider dance industry inclusive of artists, performance reviews and leadership opportunities.
For more information, email shannon@movingtogether.co.uk or if you’re ready to sign up now go to www.thecorecorby.com/coremotion
Price sessions are FREE
An initial payment is charged in accordance with Trinity College London’s moderation costs
Children & Families
Rhymetime
Thu 9 January - Thu 27 March
(no session Thu 20 February)
9.30am – 10am
11.30am – 12 midday
For Under 5s
These musical sessions introduce songs and rhymes to your child to help support and develop communication and language skills and encourage interaction. We clap, sing and wave our way through favourite nursery rhymes and songs. So come along and join in the fun with Rhymetime
Price FREE
Drop in session, no booking necessary.
Little Ducks Music and Movement
Thu 9 January - Thu 27 March
(no session Thu 20 February)
10.15am - 11am
For Under 5s
Sing, dance, move and play with themed sessions for parents/carers and children to enjoy together alongside other families. Using popular stories and classic rhymes, Little Ducks sessions involve having fun with bubbles, scarves and props, providing inspiring ideas for activities you can do at home with your little ones.
Price FREE
There are limited spaces available. You can drop in, but to ensure a place and avoid disappointment, please prebook in advance.
Sparks
Sat 18 January - Sat 29 March (no session Sat 22 February)
Ages 5-7: 10am – 11am
Ages 8-11: 11.15am – 12.15pm
Our lively Sparks sessions encourage children to use their imaginations and storytelling skills to create characters and a brandnew performance every term. Working with local theatre practitioner Kim Laughton, children play a wide range of drama games which can enable them to build their confidence, have fun and make new friends.
This term Sparks participants will be working on a new performance Falling for Rapunzel, please see page 14 for more information.
Price £50 per term
Bursary places available
Home Education
Do you home educate your children and young people? In the future, we will be providing more activity suitable for Northamptonshire based families who are home educating their children and young people. If you would like to find out the latest news from The Core about opportunities such as workshops, sessions and suitable shows, please scan the QR code to register your interest or email getinvolved@thecorecorby.com
Bursaries
With thanks to revenue generated through Friends & Patron memberships, and donations from customers and Business Supporters, we are able to offer our Core Create and Sparks sessions at a reduced fee of £50 (usually £80). We also offer a sibling discount, so if you have two siblings taking part in activities, the termly fee for the second child/young person would only be £25.
For families living with financial hardship, we would not want the termly fees to prevent your child or young person being able to take part, so we have a limited amount of free, bursary-funded places. Please email getinvolved@ thecorecorby.com for further information or to apply for a bursary.
Adults
Keep Moving
Thu 9 January - Thu 3 April (no session Thu 20 February)
1.15pm - 2.15pm
Join our fun and friendly Keep Moving classes with those over the age of 55 in mind! Sessions are suitable for all abilities, whether you are a total beginner or an ex-pro! Come and get energised with Moving Together and their specialist practitioners, through a variety of stylised routines, fabulous music and dance fitness sequences. If this is your first ever class- you can try it for free!
Price £6.50 per session
Can be pre-booked in advance
Volunteering Opportunities
Have you ever thought about volunteering? Does watching shows and meeting friendly new people interest you? Then why not find out more about volunteering at The Core.
For more information, email volunteer@thecorecorby.com. Or join us at one of our monthly coffee mornings, held on the second Saturday of every month. Everyone is welcome!
For information on how to find us, see page 29.
Support our Bursary scheme
Your support can directly enable us to continue making the arts accessible to young people. If you are a business or individual who can afford to support our bursary scheme, please email kate@thecorecorby.com
Find out more about the difference The Core makes and how to support our work on pages 26-27.
Core Voices: Have Your Say!
If you’re aged 12-19, this is your chance to influence the programmes, workshops and other creative opportunities we provide here at The Core. We’re keen to support creativity in all forms, so we want to know: What programmes or sessions would you like to see in this brochure? Do you want to do an activity that isn’t covered in this Get Involved section? Tell us what projects, programmes or other creative sessions you would like to see. Be a Core Voice and scan the QR code to complete the short form or go to www. thecorecorby.com/core-voices
Artist Development
Are you a performance artist making new work in the area? If so, The Core at Corby Cube can support you with free rehearsal space, access to producer support, access to networking and development opportunities in the midlands and more.
To talk to us about your project and the support you need please email lindsey@thecorecorby.com.
If you have a show ready for consideration by our programming team, please email joe@thecorecorby.com with information about the show.
Core Community Panel Your Theatre, Your Decisions!
Our Community Panel represents a wide cross section of the community, and together they are helping us shape the future shows and activities that take place at The Core.
As you browse through the brochure, look out for shows that carry the community panel’s badge of approval, these shows have been selected by the panel.
If you would like to get involved, please contact joe@thecorecorby.com
Education
The Core’s Education Partnerships offer creates yet more opportunities for staff and students to get involved in creative activity.
Join our partnership at bronze, silver or gold levels, and receive benefits such as access to free Continued Professional Development (CPD) sessions, bespoke workshop programmes, reduced price theatre tickets for school groups, attendance at careers and arts events, and involvement with our partner programmes listed below. We can also support schools on their Arts Mark journeys and with Arts Award.
Royal Ballet & Opera
Our partnership with the Royal Ballet & Opera offer three strands of CPD and creative programmes for schools throughout 2024-2025: Create & Sing, Create & Design and Create & Dance.
The Spring CPD for Create & Design is on Tue 21 January and Create & Dance on Tue 18 March. Participation in the CPD and celebration events is free.
Royal Shakespeare Company
Becoming an Associate School with the RSC enables staff to access the rehearsal room method in their classrooms which has been proven to improve attendance, vocabulary and overall engagement with Shakespeare and learning.
Associate schools will also become part of regular cluster meetings and receive reduced price tickets on First Encounters shows at The Core to support a student’s introduction to Shakespeare. Participation with the programme is free.
Moving Together
The Moving Together School Collective offers schools the chance to form a dance troupe, unlocking students’ creativity, confidence and dance skills alongside access to staff CPD on dance facilitation, and receive in-school support from expert practitioners. Students will also have the opportunity to gain an Arts Award and perform at The Core alongside other schools. Thanks to support from Arts Council England, the programme cost is heavily subsidised. For more information, contact Shannon at shannon@ movingtogether.co.uk.
To register your school’s interest or for more information about any of the above, please email lindsey@thecorecorby.com
Support Us
The Core is a registered charity*, and your support is crucial in helping us make arts accessible. In 2023/24, your support helped us:
Create a free and subsidised festival for families to experience the arts together
Champion emerging creatives with mentoring support and resources
If you would like to champion the work that we do and the positive impact we make, here’s how you can support us:
Become a Friend
Not only will your membership fee support The Core, but you will also receive benefits including discounted tickets, no transaction fees and 10% off at the bar. See page 2 for more information.
Make a Donation
Every penny we receive helps ensure that the arts are accessible to everyone, particularly children and young people. Please consider adding a donation to your next ticket order.
Become a Business Supporter
By becoming a business supporter of the Core, your company will be helping us to enrich the lives of young people, families and the wider community. While you’re helping us, you’ll be building your brand awareness through access to our large audiences and across our networks.
We understand that not all businesses are the same, so we can work to create a bespoke package for you. Contact kate@thecorecorby.com for more information.
Scan the QR code to Support Us today
We Would Like To Thank
Thank you to our funders, individual donors and sponsors, volunteers and audiences for their support. Core Funders
About Us
How To Book
We recommend booking online for the quickest, easiest check out.
Online: 24 hours a day at www.thecorecorby.com/whats-on
By telephone: 01536 470470
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm
In person:
Our Ticket Office is open Tue – Fri 10am – 6pm, Sat 10am – 5pm, or until 15 minutes after the last show of the day commences. When a performance takes place outside of these days, our Ticket Office opens one hour before the start time, and closes 15 minutes after.
Privacy Policy
Our Ticket Office will ask when you book if you would like to receive further information from us about The Core’s events and activities. We will then record your wishes and use them to inform what you receive from us in future. You can update these preferences at any time by accessing your account via our website or by calling the Ticket Office. All data collected is in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation 18. Full information on how we use it can be found at www.thecorecorby.com/about-us/privacy.
Family Friendly
The Core is committed to being a family friendly organisation. Some of the facilities we offer to make your visit run as smoothly as possible include booster seats, child-friendly food and beverages and, of course, a warm friendly welcome. Many of our family shows offer a self-led, pre-show craft activity.
Discounts And Concessions
Concessions are available for selected shows for Under 16s, 60+, Students, Jobseekers, Disabled Patrons and Companions.
Additional concessions are available for certain shows, including family tickets (max 2 adults) – full details are highlighted on individual show entries and at www.thecorecorby.com
Groups And Schools
A range of great discounts and other benefits are available to Groups & Schools. To find out more about our group rates for bookings of 10+ and how we can make your visit as a group hassle free, please contact our dedicated Groups Advisor, Gillian, using gillian.lockwood@thecorecorby.com
Transaction Fee
We charge a £2 per-transaction fee for telephone and website bookings of £15 and over. This does not apply in person or to Friends, Groups and Disabled Patrons. As ticket revenue is divided between many different parties, an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit The Core. By adding a small transaction charge, we ensure that every penny of this goes to your local venue and the projects we run with local communities and young people.
Returns And Exchanges
We are unable to exchange or refund tickets after they are purchased, unless an event is cancelled or rescheduled due to circumstances beyond our control, or where there is a material change to the programme of the event.
Respecting Everyone In Our Spaces
We have introduced a new set of guidelines to encourage all of our visitors to be respectful and have the best possible time while attending our venues.
Be An Ally: Everyone deserves to feel valued and supported. Racism, homophobia, and other hateful behaviours have no place in our society, and will not be tolerated in our spaces.
Enjoy The Show: Be considerate of the performers and the people around you. We love to see you enjoy the shows, it’s why we do what we do. However, if behaviours become obstructive or create an unsafe environment, we will ask that they stop.
Forget Your Phone For A While: Switch to silent. Please do not take pictures or film during performances.
The Core at Corby Cube is a registered charity. Charity No. 1139035
The Small Print
All concessions are subject to availability and should be checked at time of booking. Proof of status will be required. Please note that not all concessions are available with online booking. All information is correct at time of printing but we reserve the right to make any alterations to the programme, performers, times and ticket prices. Every effort will be made to advertise changes in the local press and via www.thecorecorby.com. Retrospective discounts are not available, including discounts linked to our Friends scheme.
Access
The Core at Corby Cube is an accessible venue. Lifts from the ground floor serve all levels of the auditorium.
Spaces for wheelchairs are available together with adjacent seats in the auditoria for companions or carers.
Parking for Blue Badge holders is available adjacent to The Corby Cube. Guide Dogs are welcome. There is an induction loop or wireless hard of hearing system for all performances. Wireless headsets are available by request via a steward or member of staff at the ticket desk. If you have not done so yet, please register to our free Access Scheme. By
Our Commitment
taking a few minutes to tell us about your specific requirements, our staff and volunteers can ensure your tickets and seats fit your needs perfectly, leaving you free to relax and enjoy your visit. You can find descriptions of our accessible performances at www.thecorecorby.com/access
A black and white version of our brochure is available to view on our website.
Large print and audio versions of this brochure available on request, please email info@thecorecorby.com
Our commitment to making our Theatre and Lab space accessible for everyone is stronger than ever. We understand that our audiences and participants have wide ranging access requirements. If there is anything we can do to make your visit and experience a positive one, please don’t hesitate to talk to our Ticket Office when booking shows, or to our Get Involved team when enquiring about workshop activities.
Getting Here
The Corby Cube, George Street, Corby, NN17 1QG
The Core is situated within easy reach of the train station, all the main bus routes and road links, and a stone’s throw from Willow Place Shopping Centre. The entrance is located on George Street.
Car Parking
Parking is available right next door to Corby Cube and Corby East Midlands International Swimming Pool. If this is full, we suggest the Victoria Place car park as a suitable alternative.
Please note that an evening parking charge of 20p applies from 6pm – midnight, Monday – Saturday inclusive. Sunday parking is free all day/evening.
