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SUMMARY:Violin on a Journey
DESCRIPTION:Kerstin Linder-Dewan takes us on a journey tracing the imagined odyddey through the ages of the violin she plays\, which was made in London in 1750
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/violin-on-a-journey/
CATEGORIES:History,Music
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SUMMARY:Barn Dance for Cats Protection\, Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Dance the night away\, enjoy some pizza\, and raise funds for Cats Protection Northampton! \nA brilliant night of dancing\, pizza\, fundraising and FUN! \nWe are delighted to be joined by Cut-a-Caper\, an incredible band that will provide us with the best barn dancing tunes. No need to know the steps in advance\, you'll be shown everything on the night. Two left feet welcome\, it's just for a laugh 🕺💃 \nDelicious pizza available for purchase by Bring the Dough pizza van. They'll be serving from 6pm and will be with us until 9pm\, so plenty of time to grab a tasty bite 😋 \nWe'll also have a fully stocked bar offering soft and alcoholic drinks. \nThis is a family friendly event and children can join in for free\, so bring everyone along and have a fabulous night! \nThe funds raised from the night will come straight to our Northampton team of Cats Protection. Visit our website to find out more about what we do and how we can support you – www.cats.org.uk/northampton \n\nThis event is kindly sponsored by Towcester Small Animal Vets – https://towcester-vets.co.uk
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/barn-dance-for-cats-protection-northampton/
LOCATION:Grange Community Hub\, Grange Primary Academy\, Jean Road\, Kettering\, Northamptonshire\, NN16 0PL
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Food and Drink,Music,Summer
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SUMMARY:Arty Bites
DESCRIPTION:Arty Bites\nFriday 18th September\, 6pm-9pm \nNorthants & Rutland Open Studios will be doing a late night opening on the 18th of September for their Arty Bites event. \nThis free entry event will be open from 6pm-9pm with a chance to browse over 500 original artworks for sale by local artists. But to really add to the after hours vibe there will also be street food\, a bar selling soft drinks\, cocktails\, beer and fizz and live music. \nArt prices start from as little as £10 a piece so you may event go home with a new piece of art too. \nNo outside food or drink allowed please. Dogs on leads welcome.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/arty-bites/
LOCATION:Lamport Hall\, Lamport\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN6 9HD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Food and Drink,Free,Historic House,Music,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northants & Rutland Open Studios (NROS)":MAILTO:hello@nros.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T000000
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SUMMARY:Arty Bites: A late night opening of the NROS Central Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Missed the Northants and Rutland Open Studios Central Exhibition during the day? Join us on 18th September for a relaxed late night opening at our Arty Bites event at Lamport Hall! \nWhether work or weekend plans have kept you away\, now’s your chance to explore and discover local art in a chilled-out evening atmosphere with friends. Enjoy browsing over 500 original pieces of artwork at your leisure\, unwind after a busy day\, and grab a delicious tasty nibble from our street food and dessert vendors. Kick back and soak in the after-hours vibe with a cocktail\, beer\, fizz\, or soft drink whilst you enjoy some superb live music amidst the incredible grounds of Lamport Hall. \nPlus\, indulge in the ULTIMATE treat – prices for original artwork from our incredible local artists starts from as little as £10 a piece\, so why not take one home with you? Support your talented local artists and enjoy an astonishing exhibition of local artworks whilst you're at it. \nNo outside food or drink allowed please. Dogs on leads welcome. \nFriday 18th September\nAttendance is completely free but must be booked beforehand. Please visit: www.lamporthall.co.uk/events/arty-bites/\n6pm – 9pm \nFor our full list of events\, workshops\, talks\, and open studios\, please pick up a NROS brochure\, available in most Northamptonshire venues. Alternatively\, view it online here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/rlpov/NROS-2026-TP/#p=1
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/arty-bites-a-late-night-opening-of-the-nros-central-exhibition/
LOCATION:Lamport Hall\, Lamport\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN6 9HD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food and Drink,Free,Historic House,Music,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea with Craig Nathan
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Tea with Craig Nathan \nEnjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea inspired by the calm and simplicity of our nature reserve with a beautiful view of our Solstice Lake while listening to our request pianist play. \nCraig Nathan is an International lounge pianist and plays beautiful and evocative improvisations based on your favourite songs. All sing requests are considered; let Craig play a song from your wedding or childhood\, or play ‘guess that tune’ on your table. You can also choose from a song-menu booklet that includes anything from Adele and Abba\, through to Eric Clapton\, Elton John\, to Ed Sheeran and Frank Sinatra! All gently performed and improvised. \nCraig plays in top London hotels\, numerous restaurants and regularly plays for Sunday Lunch at Browns in Milton Keynes. He has also played the organ and has played as a locum at top Cathedrals such as St Paul’s London\, Westminster Abbey and Canterbury! \nSettle in and savour a selection of classic sandwiches filled with smoked salmon\, egg mayo\, and cheese and ham\, accompanied by a sausage roll\, crisps and a mini quiche\, along with a fruit scone served with clotted cream\, and a small selection of sweet treats – perfect for a relaxed afternoon surrounded by nature. \nTwo sittings: 1:00pm–2:30pm or 3:00pm–4:30pm \nTickets from £26.95 (Adult)\, £32.95 (Sparkling)\, £17.95 (Children – must be booked alongside an adult ticket). Spaces are limited to 20 per sitting.\nDietary requirements can be catered for – please advise when booking. Booking closes 48 hours before the event
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/afternoon-tea-with-craig-nathan/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, Stanwick Lakes\,\, Stanwick\, Northamptonshire\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Music
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SUMMARY:Fun at the Finish Line - Family Fun day at Towcester Racecourse
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our family fun day – ‘FUN AT THE FINISH LINE‘ with us trackside on Saturday September 12th (12:00pm – 18:00pm) Free entry to the greyhound racing\, funfair\, bouncy castles\, tractor rides\, Llamas\, Axe throwing\, face painting\, food & bar\, horses\, Towcester High Street pop-up stores\, games and much much more. \nJoin us as we open our gates to invite the local community and have a fun day!
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/fun-at-the-finish-line-family-fun-day-at-towcester-racecourse/
LOCATION:Towcester Racecourse\, London Road\, Towcester\, Northamptonshire\, NN12 6LB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Food and Drink,Free,Heritage Open Days,Historic House,Music,Outdoors,SEN Friendly,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T000000
DTSTAMP:20260910T165159Z
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SUMMARY:AfroFest
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of African\, Caribbean\, Black Culture and Creativity \nThis autumn\, Royal & Derngate is proud to host AfroFest\, a brand new festival bringing together the very best of African\, Caribbean and Black culture and creativity right here in Northampton town centre. \nTaking place on Friday 11 September\, AfroFest will fill the theatre’s foyer spaces from 2pm with stalls\, exhibitions\, talks\, networking and cultural food vendors\, before the evening opens up with live performances from a variety of artists on the Royal stage from 5.30pm. \nIn partnership with the Royal & Derngate team\, the festival is a celebration of Black excellence and an open invitation to the whole community. \n“It’s about creating a bridge\, an opportunity for African\, Caribbean and Black communities to see themselves reflected in the theatre\, while inviting people from every background to celebrate and learn together.” Banke Adetumbi \nAfroFest takes place ahead of the world premiere of Inua Ellams‘ epic new play Once Upon a Time in Sokoto\, which takes to the Royal stage from Monday 28 September.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/afrofest/
LOCATION:Royal & Derngate\, 19-21 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Food and Drink,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260905T200000
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SUMMARY:Art Jam Fest 26
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 5th September 2026 11:00 am – 8:00 pm\n£5 Adults | £2 Children (under-2s free) \nJoin us for a whole day full of creativity and colour as Art Jam Festival takes over the Walled Garden! Fresh from winning ‘Best Event’ at the Northamptonshire Heritage Forum Awards\, we’re back with another day jam-packed with creativity. Grab a canvas\, a drink\, and let your imagination run wild in the stunning grounds of Delapré Abbey. \n– Creative Activities\n– Live Art Demos\n– Live Music\n– Craft Stalls\n– Workshop Taster Sessions\n– Featured Local Artist Displays
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/art-jam-fest-26/
LOCATION:Delapre Abbey\, Abbey Cottage\, London Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN4 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Market,Music,Outdoors,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T000000
DTSTAMP:20260827T085851Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Go! 90's DJ Night! Chester House
DESCRIPTION:Let's Go!  90's DJ Night is coming to The Chester House Estate this summer!\nFollowing an absolutely incredible evening at our 80's DJ Night in June – we welcome back our resident DJ Loco who is amped up and ready to bring the very best of the 90's to this summer evening session! \nThis promises to be one of the best nights out at Chester House Estate this year – and we are so excited to welcome you to party with us all night – so gather your crew of friends\, family or colleagues and join us from 7pm – Midnight to dance the night away! \nThere will also be prizes for the best fancy dress as well – so don't be afraid to go all out with your finest 90's inspired outfits!
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/lets-go-90s-dj-night-chester-house/
LOCATION:The Chester House Estate\, Chester House\, Higham Road\, Little Irchester\,\, Wellingborough\, Northamptonshire\, NN8 2DH
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T000000
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DTSTAMP:20260827T165329Z
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SUMMARY:Northants and Rutland Open Studios Festival Launch
DESCRIPTION:Start your artistic adventure this September at the Central Exhibition Launch Party at Lamport Hall! \nJoin us for a exciting evening celebrating the incredible creative talent of Northamptonshire and Rutland. Enjoy delicious food\, live music\, and the chance to explore an exciting selection of original art in the beautiful surroundings of Lamport Hall. \nDiscover and purchase original works from most of our participating artists\, and take home something truly special to remember your festival experience. Plus\, don’t miss your chance to get your hands on a Mini Masterpiece ticket before they sell out – for just £10 you can own an original miniature artwork created and donated by one of our participating artists. Be sure to pop along on launch night for your chance to grab one before they sell out! \nIt’s the perfect way to kick off your September festival experience: meet the artists\, find out more about their work\, create your personalised itinerary\, and get inspired for the upcoming open studios. Come along\, soak up the atmosphere\, and celebrate the rich creative talent Northamptonshire and Rutland have to offer! \nFree to attend. \nFriday 4th September\, from 6pm. Speeches starting at 6.30pm. \nLamport Hall\, Lamport\, Northamptonshire\, NN6 9HD
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/northants-and-rutland-open-studios-festival-launch/
LOCATION:Lamport Hall\, Lamport\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN6 9HD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Food and Drink,Free,Historic House,Music,Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T143358Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T143358Z
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SUMMARY:Roseshire Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Introducing a brand-new summer music festival coming to the heart of Northamptonshire. Taking place on 29–30 August 2026 at the stunning Chester House Estate in Irchester\, Roseshire Festival brings together two days of live music\, entertainment and festival atmosphere. Saturday delivers iconic indie and alternative sounds\, while Sunday celebrates feel-good pop and 90s nostalgia. Alongside world-class artists\, you can expect family entertainment\, great food and drink\, and a welcoming\, relaxed festival experience in a beautiful outdoor setting. Join us for what promises to be a stunning end-of-summer celebration\, bringing people together for a weekend of music and memories.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/roseshire-festival-2026/
LOCATION:The Chester House Estate\, Chester House\, Higham Road\, Little Irchester\,\, Wellingborough\, Northamptonshire\, NN8 2DH
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Music,Summer
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T000000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092852Z
CREATED:20260403T081540Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Special East Carlton Park
DESCRIPTION:🌞 Flyby Bars Presents: Summer Special at East Carlton Park 2026\nBack bigger\, better\, and packed with even more summer vibes!\nGet ready for an unforgettable weekend as Summer Special returns to East Carlton Park on\nSaturday 29th August & Sunday 30th August 2026 🎉\nWe’re bringing you two full days of incredible food\, drinks\, music\, shopping\, hands-on activities\, and family fun — the ultimate bank holiday celebration for friends and families alike.\n🌟 What’s On?\n🎶 Live Music & DJs – Feel-good sounds and festival energy all weekend\n🍔 Top-Notch Street Food – A mouthwatering line-up of the very best street food traders\n🍹 Pop-Up Bars – Handcrafted cocktails\, craft beers\, and full bar service from Flyby Bars\n🛍️ Market Stalls – Unique crafts\, gifts\, and independent makers\n🎨 Creative Workshops – Get involved with hands-on sessions\, demos\, and activities for all ages\n🎭 Kids’ Entertainment – Fun activities and family-friendly experiences on both days\nSUNDAY DOG SHOW HOSTED BY LAKELANDS\nFree Event\nWhether you’re coming to dance\, eat\, learn something new\, shop\, or just soak up the sunshine\, there’s something for everyone.\n📢 Calling All Stallholders\, Workshop Hosts & Creatives\nWe’re looking for craft stallholders\, makers\, artists\, workshop leaders and traders to join us.\nIf you’d love to be part of the event\, email flybybars@outlook.com \nGot a talent\, class\, performance\, or unique idea you’d like to share? We’d love to hear from you!
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/summer-special-east-carlton-park/
LOCATION:East Carlton Countryside Park\, Church Lane\, East Carlton\,\, Market Harborough\, Northamptonshire\, LE16 8YF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Food and Drink,Free,Market,Music,Outdoors,Summer
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T000000
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SUMMARY:Organ Recital with Paul Lavender
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome Paul Lavender as he hosts the free recital at St Mary's church in Higham Ferrers.  \nAs a child Paul was called a “musical prodigy”\, and gave London debuts in his early teens on both piano and organ\, and gave numerous concerts around the world by the time he was 23. He read music at Oxford and went on to study for an M.Phil in Interpretation and Performance.  Paul has worked as a soloist and a repetiteur with Sir Georg Solti\, Kiri Te Kanawa\, Leo Nucci\, and Lucciano Pavarotti amongst others\, giving chamber\, concerti and solo concerts throughout the UK and in continental Europe and the USA. \nAs a minister of music\, worship leader and music director\, he has worked with many of the leading worship leaders in the UK and beyond\, such as Graham Kendrick\, Sue Rinaldi\, Darlene Zschech\, Geraldine Latty\, Matt Redmann\, Brian Doerksen\, and the London Community Gospel Choir.  He also studied for an M.Th in Pastoral and Practical Theology at University of Wales College Cardiff between 1997 and 1999. He was also music director at successive National Baptist Assemblies from 1992-2005\, an Academic Advisor to the Music and Worship department at the London School of Theology. He became the Senior Minister at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Northampton in October 2007. \nSt Mary's is an accessible building with a hearing loop.  Only disabled parking on site\, free parking can be found in Midland Road (NN108DL).  Refreshments can be found in the Bede House within the grounds of the church.  Retiring donations welcomed for general church fundraising.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/organ-recital-with-paul-lavender/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Higham Ferrers\, The Vicarage\, Wood St\, Higham Ferrers\, Rushden\, Northamptonshire\, NN10 8DL
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T000000
DTSTAMP:20260716T163452Z
CREATED:20260615T083427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T163452Z
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SUMMARY:NORTHAMPTON: Wall Games 2026
DESCRIPTION:General event details/bio\nOn 29th/30th August\, over 300 artists painting simultaneously across Northampton town centre\, making Wall Games the largest street art event in Europe.\nYouth workshops\nPaint battles/tournament\nTAR Streetsports mobile sound system\nCompetitions/prizes\nNorthampton BID are providing an app which will have a Map\, and location details of the artists painting\nArtist showcase at The Smokepit on Saturday 29th August\nBig afterparty at the Roadmender on Sunday 30th August \nLocal Businesses\nWe want local businesses to take part in this years event. If your business in Northampton has a wall you’d like us to paint\, get in touch! We want local pubs\, bars and restaurants to offer special drinks/meal promotions to encourage visitors to come and join in. \nCodebreaker challenge\nOn 31st August\, visitors and residents of Northampton will be able to take part in the Codebreaker challenge. A fun treasure hunt for all the family\, QR codes will be hidden across the Wall Games painting locations which when found and used on a cameraphone will provide clues. Collect all the clues and solve the mystery! Starts from 10am. \nSocials / website\nFacebook/Instagram: Wall Games\nwww.wallgames.co.uk \nSponsors;\nWest Northants Council\nNorthampton Town Council\nNorthampton BID\nAlfreshco\nHurts So Good\nTAR StreetSports
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/northampton-wall-games-2026/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre\, Northampton\,\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2DL
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Free,Half Term,Music,Outdoors,Summer,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T000000
DTSTAMP:20260827T165149Z
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SUMMARY:CarFest
DESCRIPTION:CarFest presented by bp is coming to Silverstone! The UK’s biggest family fundraising and motorsports festival is heading to its new home for the 2026 August Bank Holiday. Expect an action-packed weekend of motorsport\, live music\, family entertainment and appearances from some of the UK’s best-known stars\, with headline performances from Tom Jones\, CHIC featuring Nile Rodgers and Jessie J\, alongside Rick Astley\, Sugababes and Sophie Ellis-Bextor. With activities and attractions for all ages\, CarFest promises a weekend of unforgettable memories\, all while raising money for children’s charities.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/carfest/
LOCATION:Silverstone Circuit\, Silverstone Circuit\, Silverstone\,\, Towcester\, Northamptonshire\, NN12 8TN
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Food and Drink,Motorsport,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T000000
DTSTAMP:20260805T121709Z
CREATED:20260727T122034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T121709Z
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SUMMARY:Guitar Recital "Homages"
DESCRIPTION:Distinguished Swiss guitarist Christoph Denoth performs as part of Northamptonshire’s Fiori Musicali’s series of summer concerts \nHOMAGES – Guitar recital \nwith guest Swiss guitarist Christoph Denoth \nFollowing the popularity of our Castle Ashby concert in late July\, we are delighted to announce that distinguished Swiss guitarist Christoph Denoth will give an additional solo recital in the delightful country church at Tyringham\, near Newport Pagnell in August. \nRenowned for his critically acclaimed recording of Dowland\, Mister Dowland’s Midnight – Denoth will open this programme with music by John Dowland.  And his programme continues with an exciting display of virtuosic solo guitar music from Spain and South America. \nDenoth’s career has seen him perform with the London Symphony Orchestra\, the English Chamber Orchestra\, and at many key venues including the Berlin Philharmonie\, Wigmore Hall\, as well as the Mozarteum in Salzburg and Carnegie Hall. \nDescribed by the critics as ‘a master of his instrument’ and a professor at the Royal Academy of Music\, Denoth is a musician not to be missed!
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/guitar-recital-homages/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church\, Tyringham\, Newport Pagnell\, Milton Keynes\, Buckinghamshire\, MK16 9ES\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Death of a Clown - A Solo Performance\, Lamport Hall
DESCRIPTION:Death Of A Clown – A Solo Performance Drama\nFriday 21st August\, 7:30pm-9:15pm \nDEATH OF A CLOWN – A Solo Performance Drama \n\nThe play lasts approximately 105 minutes including a 15 minute interval. \n\nIt is the year 1600 and one-time theatrical superstar Will Kemp is down on his luck. Reduced to long-distance morris dancing as a publicity stunt\, there's only one person to blame: Will Shakespeare. T'other Will. Our Will wants to tell you about it… \n\nThough we know frustratingly little about our greatest poet and playwright\, we know even less about his pre-eminent comic actor\, the extraordinary Will Kemp. We can glean from existing records that he was the most popular clown of his day\, also that Shakespeare wrote his early comic roles with him in mind (most notably Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream)\, but further references to him are sparse. \n\nAlong with Shakespeare himself\, it is known that he was a sharer (or director) of The Lord Chamberlain’s Men\, who staged all of Shakespeare’s plays and who were the most successful company in London\, and we also know that as a sharer he was an equal amongst equals\, so could not be dismissed. And yet\, in 1599\, he suddenly disappears from the records\, which suggests that he left the company of his own accord. Why he should choose to do so\, seemingly at the height of his powers and popularity\, only to vanish into obscurity (apart from his “nine day’s wonder” in 1600) is a mystery that this play attempts to unravel. \n\nActor/Musician: Robin Hillman\nRobin Hillman\, who plays Will Kemp\, has spent several decades performing as an actor\, fiddle-player and singer. For Theatre 17\, as well as Kemp\, he was John Clare in the one-man show I Am John Clare\, written and directed by the late Stephen Loveless\, performing this acclaimed show many times over the course of several years. He was also William Blake in the one-man show Fearful Symmetry\, The Locksmith in Something Scary\, and also played the title role in Jack Luck. All these plays were written and directed by Stephen Loveless. \n\nWriter/Director: Kevin Buxton\nKevin Buxton has been involved in the worlds of theatre and music for over 40 years\, as a writer\, director\, actor\, musician\, and latterly as a music promoter. Early in his career he ran his own touring revue company before working as a freelance scriptwriter for television. Death Of A Clown marks his return to the theatre after\nmany years\, during which he has focussed primarily on music projects as well as writing fiction. \n\nStaging: Weekes Baptiste\nFormerly the Artistic Director of Northampton Youth Theatre\, Weekes Baptiste has over 40 years of experience in professional theatre both on and off stage. His strength is as a writer/director\, and to date he has written over a dozen original plays for children of all ages and adults\, performed throughout the UK. In 2021\,\nWeekes was awarded a prestigious award for his work and outstanding contribution to youth theatre in Northamptonshire. \n\nThanks to Chris Conway for the music accompanying Shakespeare’s dialogue. \nDoors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start. There will be a 15 minute interval and an end time of approx. 9:15pm. \n\nFor further information phone 07759 216147 or email kev@kcbworld.co.uk
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/death-of-a-clown-a-solo-performance-lamport-hall/
LOCATION:Lamport Hall\, Lamport\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN6 9HD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Historic House,History,Music,Summer
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SUMMARY:Summer Break Party
DESCRIPTION:A night of good music and a solid atmosphere. \nDJ DONZ will be playing a mix of house\, R&B\, and hip-hop\, keeping things going from start to finish. No gimmicks — just good tracks and a space to enjoy yourself. \nIf you’re looking for a decent night out with good music and people\, this is it. \nDrinks available at the bar. \n📍 15 Abington Square\, Northampton NN1 4AE\n🎟️ £8\n📅 20 August 2026\n🕗 20:00 – 01:00 \nTickets available now.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/summer-break-party/
LOCATION:The Black Prince\, 15 Abington Square\, Northampton\, NN1 4AE
CATEGORIES:Half Term,Music,Summer
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