Events Calendar
The Castle Theatre

The Marriage of Figaro
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomCount Almaviva lives with his Countess on their estate near Seville. The Count has his eye on his wife’s maid Susanna, who is about to marry the Count’s servant, Figaro. Much to Figaro’s dismay, the Count plans to seduce Susanna on the night of the wedding. Meanwhile, Cherubino, the Count’s young page, has a crush on the Countess, but has ... Read More

Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomMatthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns to cinemas and is ‘as bold and beautiful as ever’ (★★★★★ Telegraph). This thrilling, audacious and witty production is perhaps still best known for replacing the female corps-de-ballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered convention, turned tradition upside down and took the dance world by storm. Retaining the iconic elements of the original staging loved by ... Read More

Splash Test Dummies
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomRub-a-dub-dub, The Dummies are here with some splish splashing circus set to drown you in tears of laughter. The Splash Test Dummies are off on an exciting adventure of oceanic proportions! With a brilliant array of catch-your-breath stunt work, dazzling acrobatics, dexterous juggling and side-splitting, slapstick comedy, the Dummies are ready to roll out their beach towels and spring into ... Read More

Hal Cruttenden – It’s Best You Hear It From Me
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomHal is going back on the road with a brand-new show, doing what he does best - reminding us of how much we love stand-up comedy, and God do we need it! Not as much as we needed the vaccine, although Hal would probably say he’s equally as important His previous sell-out tour ‘Chubster’ was extended four times and has ... Read More

The History of Rock Extravaganza
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomTHE HISTORY OF ROCK is a celebration of ROCK music through the decades. A jaw dropping night transporting you through the golden ages of ROCK! Featuring the music of artists such as Led Zeppelin, Cream, Guns n Roses, AC/DC, Queen and many more. Rediscover the seeds of ROCK & ROLL in the 1950s, the birth of ROCK in the 60s, ... Read More

Sherlock Holms: The Valley of Fear
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomBlackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park, presents Sherlock Holmes: The Valley Of Fear by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Adapted for the stage by Nick Lane “It is the Valley of Fear, the Valley of Death. The terror is in the hearts of the people from the dusk to the dawn” Crammed full of adventure, mystery and of course one or ... Read More

Sherlock Holms: The Valley of Fear
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomBlackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park, presents Sherlock Holmes: The Valley Of Fear by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Adapted for the stage by Nick Lane “It is the Valley of Fear, the Valley of Death. The terror is in the hearts of the people from the dusk to the dawn” Crammed full of adventure, mystery and of course one or ... Read More

The Nutcracker
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomClassical Ballet and Opera House presents The Nutcracker – A lavish Ballet of festive season. Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky Featuring live Orchestra with over 30 musicians Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to your local theatre for a dazzling production of the most famous ballet in the world, The Nutcracker. Traditionally, Classical Ballet and Opera House returns for their annual ... Read More

The Simon and Garfunkel Story
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomDirect from a weeklong run in London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre, a SOLD OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled ... Read More

The Simon Spillett Quartet
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomThe Simon Spillett Quartet features pianist Rob Barron, bassist Alec Dankworth and drummer Pete Cater, and draws unashamedly on the classic sounds of British modern jazz from the 1950s and 60s, in particular the repertoire of the iconic UK saxophone legend Tubby Hayes. Their dedication to the hard-bop sounds of jazz's golden age has made them a popular attraction at ... Read More

Crimes on Centre Court
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomMulti-award-winning New Old Friends are touring another dose of mirth, murder and mayhem, this time with a side of tennis. Lord Knows the chair of The Wombledon International tennis tournament has died and his son, Hugh, is suspicious. The police won’t take the case so Hugh calls in Perry & Penny Pink, private investigators. What transpires has all the hallmarks ... Read More

The Elvis Years
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomThe Elvis Years is an outstanding musical production which brings to the stage the incredible and compelling story of the ‘king of rock and roll’ - Elvis Presley. Join Mario Kombou (Jailhouse Rock, West End), our all-star band and our award-winning singers for an unforgettable journey through over 50 golden greats spanning over three decades – from the early Sun Records ... Read More

Dreams of Fleetwood Mac
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomOne of the UK's top, and some say most authentic, Fleetwood Mac Tribute Shows. UK Fleetwood Mac are a high calibre, professional and polished band of experienced and accomplished musicians who have come together to recreate the sound, look and feel of the legendary band itself. All seven professional members play live and unadulterated, dedicated to delivering a show as ... Read More

The Sensational 60’s Experience
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomWith a brand new production for 2022, Join The Sensational 60's Experience for the musical phenomenon of 2022 with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feelgood factor will transport you back to the magical decade that was the 1960s. Whether you come to relive your childhood memories or you just simply want to see what your parents ... Read More

Total Pop Party
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom‘Total Pop Party’ - The Scream & Shout Tour! Who are we? TPP! ‘Total Pop Party’ is back! It’s fair to say, the children of today have had enough! From home schooling to lockdowns, they deserve to have some fun! Come join the TPP girls and celebrate the modern-day pop legends! Including Little Mix, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, ... Read More

Someone Like You – The Adele Songbook
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of our generations’ finest singer-songwriters. Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC Special, the outstanding Katie Markham leads a super-talented six-piece band through all your favourite Adele hits plus much more in this internationally acclaimed show – from powerhouse performances with Force 10 vocals through to intimate torch songs. ... Read More

Mercury: The Ultimate Queen Tribute
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomMercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Freddie Mercury and the legendary Queen and they are back on the road in 2022 - exactly 50 years after Queen signed their first recording contract! Including performances of the most popular Queen hits, such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many ... Read More

Alan Barnes And Mark Nightingale With The Dave Newton Trio
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomMark Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed jazz soloist and one of the UK’s most in demand musicians; David Newton is one of the greatest solo jazz pianists this country has ever produced and Alan Barnes is an internationally acclaimed soloist, composer, arranger and band leader. Tonight they are joined by virtuoso bass player Andrew Cleyndert and first call jazz drummer ... Read More

Abbamania
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomYou can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life! Celebrating 47 Years of ABBA Europe’s leading abba tribute, Abbamania, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and musical performance live on stage. Abbamania’s widely acclaimed tribute to Abba is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits from Waterloo to Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Fernando and Chiquitita all of ... Read More

The Drifters
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomThe Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including Saturday Night at the Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come on Over to My Place, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin’ In The Back Row’and many more! The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of Fame, performed for the President of the United States ... Read More

Legally Blonde Jr
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomStudents of Lucie Downer Performing Arts, also known as LDPA perform the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde JR! The show is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show's instantly recognizable songs are filled with humour, wit and sass – leaving cast members and audiences alike seeing pink and feeling instantly uplifted! Tickets £15

80s Live
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomYou may have heard of throwback Thursday, now it’s time for the ultimate throwback decade -80s Live! Join us as we travel back in time to one of the most iconic eras of music for an exciting night out – put your hands together and get into the groove as our live band ‘Electric Dreams’ perform over two dozen chart ... Read More

La Bohéme (Royal Opera House – Broadcast)
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomSung in Italian with English Subtitles Recorded screening. Paris, 1900. Penniless writer Rodolfo believes that art is all he needs – until he meets Mimì, the lonely seamstress who lives upstairs. So begins a timeless love story that blooms, fades, and rekindles with the passing seasons. But while the couple’s friends Marcello and Musetta passionately row and make up, a ... Read More

Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomIn a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you hear the best songs from The Commitments and The Blues Brothers in a full live-band experience. Get your dancing shoes on, as Jake and Elwood meet Deco and Jimmy in a fantastic experience where Chicago Blues meets Dublin Soul. ... Read More

Sing-a-Long-a Grease
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomThe sing along screening of the classic film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John is brought to you by the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music Ever wanted to know what it's like to be a T-bird or a Pink Lady but never quite felt cool enough to pull it off? Well, now is your chance to don those pink jackets, ... Read More

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomLook out ‘cause here it comes…. From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga GREASE, the smash hit film musical with lyrics on screen that everyone can’t stop singing. Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron , sing your heart out with our live host who will teach you some dance moves and show you how to ... Read More

Waiting for God
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA comedy by Michael Aitkens All the favourite characters from the original TV series are reimagined for 2017, facing the challenges that come with growing old disgracefully in the era of the silver surfer. At Bayview Retirement Village, battle-axe extraordinaire, Diana Trent, conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through a hilarious conspiracy with ... Read More

The Bon Jovi Experience
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomLooking for the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute? Look no further than The Bon Jovi Experience, official tribute band to Bon Jovi, endorsed by the man himself! As the only Bon Jovi tribute band in the world to have performed live with Jon Bon Jovi, don’t miss this outstanding tribute, fronted by a lead singer so familiar, you won’t believe he’s ... Read More

Waiting for God
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA comedy by Michael Aitkens All the favourite characters from the original TV series are reimagined for 2017, facing the challenges that come with growing old disgracefully in the era of the silver surfer. At Bayview Retirement Village, battle-axe extraordinaire, Diana Trent, conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through a hilarious conspiracy with ... Read More

Waiting for God
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA comedy by Michael Aitkens All the favourite characters from the original TV series are reimagined for 2017, facing the challenges that come with growing old disgracefully in the era of the silver surfer. At Bayview Retirement Village, battle-axe extraordinaire, Diana Trent, conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through a hilarious conspiracy with ... Read More

The Greatest Love of All
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA Tribute to Whitney Houston Whitney’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as 'mind-blowingly spot on'. Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – a RiSA chart-topping artist in her home country of South Africa - who has performed alongside the likes of Keri Hilson, Keyshia Cole and Monica and featured on Fox TV’s Showtime ... Read More

Carole – The Music of Carole King
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomCarole - The Music of Carole King is a celebration of the music of one of the world’s greatest songwriters Carole King. Following a fantastic debut tour in 2019 Carole returns to the stage with an even bigger production for 2021. With a cast of the UK’s finest singers, dancers and musicians this wonderful homage takes you on an incredible ... Read More

Waiting for God
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA comedy by Michael Aitkens All the favourite characters from the original TV series are reimagined for 2017, facing the challenges that come with growing old disgracefully in the era of the silver surfer. At Bayview Retirement Village, battle-axe extraordinaire, Diana Trent, conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through a hilarious conspiracy with ... Read More

Milton Jones – Milton: Impossible
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomOne Man, One Mission. Is it possible? No, not really. Milton reveals the truth about being an international spy, before being given a disappointing new identity which forced him to appear on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo. But this is also a story with the twist, or even a really bad sprain. Just gloriously daft nonsense or is there ... Read More

Waiting for God
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA comedy by Michael Aitkens All the favourite characters from the original TV series are reimagined for 2017, facing the challenges that come with growing old disgracefully in the era of the silver surfer. At Bayview Retirement Village, battle-axe extraordinaire, Diana Trent, conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through a hilarious conspiracy with ... Read More

The Ultimate Boy Band Party Show
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomWith combined record sales of over 500 million The Ultimate Boy Band Party Show takes us to the naughty 90’s with ‘5 Bad Boys with the power to Rock You’ as they perform over 30 number one hits from all your favourite Boybands... and this time they’re ‘Back For Good’! Drenched in Joop Aftershave and with more key changes than ... Read More

The ELO Experience
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomGreatest Hits and More Tour Celebrating the great music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra The legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction - suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! '10538 Overture' ... Read More

National Theatre Live: Jack Absolute Flies Again (12A)
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night),based on Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s The Rivals. After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very ... Read More

Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomPeppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it’s going to be her best day ever! Get ready for a road-trip full of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles – there is something for all of the family and their ... Read More

Mayerling (Royal Opera House – Broadcast)
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomInspired by dark and gripping real life events, this Royal Ballet classic depicts the sexual and morbid obsessions of Crown Prince Rudolf leading to the murder-suicide scandal with his mistress Mary Vetsera. The oppressive glamour of the Austro-Hungarian court in the 1880s sets the scene for a suspenseful drama of psychological and political intrigue as Rudolf fixates on his mortality. ... Read More

Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomPeppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it’s going to be her best day ever! Get ready for a road-trip full of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles – there is something for all of the family and their ... Read More

Talon – The Best of Eagles
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom25th Anniversary Tour Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and the 25th Anniversary Tour will once again feature the Eagles timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin' Eyes, Life In The Fast Lane and many more. ... Read More

Madama Butterfly (Royal Opera House – Broadcast)
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomThe Royal Opera (12A) Sung in Italian with English subtitles Recorded screening. ‘Love cannot kill: it brings new life.’ On a starlit night in Nagasaki, these are the words spoken by American soldier Pinkerton to young geisha Cio-Cio-San. But as they both learn, words and promises carelessly spoken can have indelible consequences. With a score that includes Butterfly’s aria, 'Un ... Read More

Motown’s Greatest Hits! How Sweet It Is
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomThis stunning 100% live show combines first class music with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have! This show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, ... Read More

Through The Rain: A Celebration of Barry Manilow
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomVery few performers have an effect on the modern pop culture that this man has. As a performer, as a writer and as a boundary breaker! With the largest fan base in the world, to do this man justice it has to be approached with the dignity and respect that he deserves. This isn’t a tribute act, this is a ... Read More

Rock for Heroes
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomRock For Heroes – The No 1 UK Touring Rock Show is back baby! The boys and girls are back in town celebrating the greatest heroes of Rock in this sublime musical spectacle! Where were you when Bon Jovi was Livin’ on a prayer? Or Prince was drenched in Purple Rain? What about When the Eagles checked in to The ... Read More

Oh What a Night!
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomOh What A Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang ... Read More

Sun Records – The Concert
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomSUN RECORDS Where Rock'n'Roll Was Born - the Official Sun Records Concert Show The label that brought you Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Rufus Thomas and scores more rockin' pioneers, comes to life live on stage. Revisit the recording studio where the distinctive Sun sound was crafted by musical visionary Sam Phillips. His trailblazing ... Read More

Leo Green and Radio 2’s Sound of the 50’s
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomAn exciting night with Saxophone Star and Broadcaster, Leo Green, along with his explosive band and singers. This is not an Oldies tribute show - there are no dodgy look-a-likes....this is two hours of fast paced incredible music that will have you singing and dancing! With a band that features the best musicians in the country, along with incredible singers, ... Read More

I Spy With My Little Eye
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomPresented by The People's Theatre Company Based on the picture book by Steven Lee Molly and Bingo the puppy are having a birthday party and, best of all, you're invited! There'll be a terrific treasure hunt, all your favourite sing-along songs and lots of fantastic games to play, including Molly's favourite game, I Spy With My Little Eye! So put on ... Read More