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Arts events in Northamptonshire
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With such glorious surroundings and a thought provoking history, its no surprise that Northamptonshire has such a prominent cultural and artistic landscape.
Family Events
With something to suit all tastes, Northamptonshire has everything to keep the family happy come rain or shine.
Sporting Events
From top flight Rugby and Cricket, to adrenaline packed Motorsport, Northamptonshire's sporting calendar is second to none!
Theatre Events
Whatever your level of interest in the arts, Northamptonshire is sure to ignite it with its heady mix of home grown talent, world-class venues, and year round calendar of events.
Arts events in Northamptonshire
Its not only culture vultures, art aficionados and craft connoisseurs that feel so at home in Northamptonshire, our creative and artistic scene is one of the most innovative, imaginative and accessible to be found anywhere in the country.
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Emma Davies Fine Art Workshops
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31 Mar 2012
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23 Sep 2012
Dress the World: The World at your Feet
Take a journey around the world exploring the different stages...
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21 Apr 2012
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27 May 2012
Editions 1920: Sarah Uldall
A Stone Lithography exhibition by Sarah Uldall at Northampton Museum...
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28 Apr 2012
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28 May 2012
Northampton has a Castle
The exhibition celebrates that Northampton once had a castle and...
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5 May 2012
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17 Jun 2012
Arts in the Park
An open exhibition of the best in local art open...
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5 May 2012
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17 Jun 2012
Myths & Ledgends
Art exhibition at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
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15 May 2012
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19 May 2012
An Inspector Calls
From Director Stephen Daldry comes this multi award winning production...
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18 May 2012
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18 May 2012
Leather Heaven
Interested in leather fashion, art, history or technology? This event...
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18 May 2012
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18 May 2012
Sulgrave Manor under the Stars
Part of the Museums at Night event. Experience the Manor...
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18 May 2012
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22 May 2012
Delicacy (12A)
Starring Audrey Tatou, Delicacy is the charming story of a...
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18 May 2012
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30 Jun 2012
The Bacchae
The Bacchae forms part of a unique trilogy of plays,...
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19 May 2012
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19 May 2012
The Knitting Factory
Help to knit and crochet a fine display of homemade...
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22 May 2012
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22 May 2012
Simon Amstell - Numb
The award winning screenwriter and presenter returns with a brand...
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23 May 2012
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24 May 2012
The Artist (PG)
Another chance to catch the multi-award winning silent film that...
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24 May 2012
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24 May 2012
Jake & Elwood & The Black Rhino Band
Jake & Elwood, The Black Rhino Band and the sensational...
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25 May 2012
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29 May 2012
Albert Nobbs (12A)
Based on a short story by George Moore, Albert Nobbs...
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25 May 2012
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30 Jun 2012
Blood Wedding
In a close community in rural Spain, a long-term feud...
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26 May 2012
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26 May 2012
National Science Museum Live
Spectacular science, dangerous demonstrations and extraordinary experiments in a fantastic...
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29 May 2012
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31 May 2012
Le Havre (PG)
In this warmhearted portrait of the French harbor city, fate...
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31 May 2012
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31 May 2012
Kindur
Join three woolly Kindur (Icelandic for sheep) on a journey...
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31 May 2012
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31 May 2012
A Wild Life: An Audience With Steve Backshall
Star of BBC's Deadly 60, the enormously popular award-winning television...
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1 Jun 2012
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31 May 2012
Emma Davies Fine Art Workshops
Fine art workshops for children, young people, adults and families.
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1 Jun 2012
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5 Jun 2012
Marley (15)
Fascinating and in depth portrait of the great Bob Marley...
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2 Jun 2012
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2 Jun 2012
Jubilee Jamboree
Celebrate the Jubilee in style with a picnic in Abington...
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2 Jun 2012
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2 Jun 2012
Introduction to museum volunteering
Find out more about volunteering opportunities at the Museum.
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2 Jun 2012
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8 Jun 2012
The Pirates! In An Adventure with Scientists (U)
New Aardman studio film with the voices of Hugh Grant...
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2 Jun 2012
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17 Jun 2012
The Best of British
An exhibition showcasing work from graduates at the University of...
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2 Jun 2012
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17 Jul 2012
Gaze and Wonder
This exhibition season is a celebration of the diversity of...
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6 Jun 2012
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6 Jun 2012
The Knitting Factory
Help to knit and crochet a fine display of homemade...
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7 Jun 2012
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7 Jun 2012
Rhod Gilbert
The Welsh comedian's rants on minor irritations are legendary, but...
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7 Jun 2012
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7 Jun 2012
Picasso People
Children's Art Workshop Aged 7 - 11 yrs old 7th June 10.30am -...
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8 Jun 2012
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8 Jun 2012
Japanese Culture
Learn about Japanese culture with Akemi Solloway and try your...
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8 Jun 2012
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11 Jun 2012
Dark Shadows (12A)
Johnny Depp is back with his favourite director Tim Burton.
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8 Jun 2012
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26 Aug 2012
And Thereby Hangs a Tale
Discover the evidence of Shakespeares links with Northampton.
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9 Jun 2012
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9 Jun 2012
Shoe Store Tour
Take a closer look at the shoes kept in the...
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9 Jun 2012
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9 Jun 2012
Wild Women
Join Amanda Potter for an introduction to the role of...
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11 Jun 2012
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11 Jun 2012
Greenway Guided Walk
Guided walk along the Greenway cycleway
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11 Jun 2012
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11 Jun 2012
Stanwick Lakes Guided Walk
The walk starts at 10am outside the Visitor Centre.
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From
11 Jun 2012
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17 Jun 2012
Walking Festival
A selection of self and guided walks.
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12 Jun 2012
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12 Jun 2012
White
White is a playful, highly visual new show for very...
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12 Jun 2012
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14 Jun 2012
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (PG)
Back by popular demand at the Forum. Judi Dench and...
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14 Jun 2012
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23 Jun 2012
The Dream Space
A gorgeous interactive adventure for children and parents, The Dream...
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15 Jun 2012
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16 Jun 2012
The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy
The legendary radio and TV cast are re-united with highlights...
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15 Jun 2012
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19 Jun 2012
All in Good Time
East is East writer Ayub Khan-Din returns with another funny,...
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16 Jun 2012
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16 Jun 2012
White
White is a playful, highly visual new show for very...
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16 Jun 2012
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16 Jun 2012
Michael Winslow From Police Academy
Michael Winslow is a whirlwind of staggering special effects, astounding...
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16 Jun 2012
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16 Jun 2012
Chinese Culture
Learn more about Chinese culture from taking part in these...
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16 Jun 2012
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16 Jun 2012
The Hunger Games (12A)
Based on the huge best seller. Sat 16 Jun 2.30pm
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18 Jun 2012
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19 Jun 2012
Damsels in Distress (12A)
Mon 18 - Tue 19 Jun 8pm
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20 Jun 2012
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21 Jun 2012
Cafe de Flore (15)
A love story between a man and woman. And between...
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21 Jun 2012
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21 Jun 2012
Gulliver's Travels
Dragon Breath Theatre and Curve bring Jonathan Swift's tale to...
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22 Jun 2012
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22 Jun 2012
In The Beginning There Was Chaos
Part of Festival Of Chaos. Journey to a mythological landscape...
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22 Jun 2012
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22 Jun 2012
Much Ado About Nothing
Friday 22nd June 2012 - 7.30pm
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22 Jun 2012
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26 Jun 2012
The Angels Share (12A)
The latest film from Director Ken Loach.
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23 Jun 2012
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23 Jun 2012
Midsummer Bacchanalia
Enjoy a spectacular midnight feast with the captivating story of...
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23 Jun 2012
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23 Jun 2012
Marvel: Avengers Assemble (12A)
Thor, the Hulk, Captain America and Iron Man all on...
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23 Jun 2012
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29 Jun 2012
Lamport Arts Week
Art exhibition by Northampton Town and County Art Society and...
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23 Jun 2012
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26 Aug 2012
Mini Beasts
A closer look at the creepy crawlies in your garden...
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27 Jun 2012
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28 Jun 2012
The Raid (15)
A SWAT team becomes trapped in a tenement
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28 Jun 2012
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28 Jun 2012
Gervase Phinn
Bestselling author, radio and TV personality, Gervase Phinn will have...
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28 Jun 2012
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30 Jun 2012
Tales Of Metamorphosis
Inspired by Festival Of Chaos, enjoy classic stories from Ovid...
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29 Jun 2012
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29 Jun 2012
Barb Jungr & Jeb Loy Nichols
Barb Jungr presents an intimate evening of country, raw soul,...
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29 Jun 2012
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3 Jul 2012
Moonrise Kingdom (12A)
A pair of young lovers flee their New England town,...
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30 Jun 2012
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1 Jul 2012
Beauty and the Beast (U)
Sat 30 Jun & Sun 1 July 2.30pm Kids Screen
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2 Jul 2012
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2 Jul 2012
Olympic Torch Relay - Northamptonshire
The Olympic Torch comes to Northampton on Monday 2nd July 2012
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2 Jul 2012
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2 Jul 2012
Olympic Torch Relay - Northamptonshire
The Olympic Torch comes to Northamptonshire on Monday 2nd July...
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2 Jul 2012
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2 Jul 2012
Olympic Torch Relay - Northamptonshire
The Olympic Torch comes to Northamptonshire on Monday 2nd July...
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From
2 Jul 2012
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2 Jul 2012
Olympic Torch Relay - Northamptonshire
The Olympic Torch comes to Northamptonshire on Monday 2nd July...
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From
2 Jul 2012
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2 Jul 2012
Olympic Torch Relay - Northamptonshire
The Olympic Torch comes to Northamptonshire on Monday 2nd July...
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From
2 Jul 2012
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2 Jul 2012
Olympic Torch Relay - Northamptonshire
The Olympic Torch comes to Northamptonshire on Monday 2nd July...
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2 Jul 2012
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5 Jul 2012
What to Expect When You're Expecting
With Cameron Diaz, Matthew Morrison and Dennis Quaid.
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6 Jul 2012
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6 Jul 2012
The ugly bug ball for under 5's
An under 5's insect themed ball held at Northampton Museum...
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6 Jul 2012
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8 Jul 2012
The Wizard of OZ
One of the greatest musicals of all is coming to...
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6 Jul 2012
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10 Jul 2012
Prometheus (15)
Ridley Scott returns to the terrifying science fiction world of...
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From
6 Jul 2012
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28 Jul 2012
Hedda Gabler
Stifled by the boredom of her comfortable existence, Hedda Gabler...
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9 Jul 2012
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10 Jul 2012
2 Days in New York (15)
Julie Delpy is back behind the camera with her follow...
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11 Jul 2012
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19 Jul 2012
Lionheart Project
As part of Artists Taking The Lead, The Lionheart Project...
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13 Jul 2012
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15 Jul 2012
Snow White and The Huntsman (12A)
Starring Kristin Stewart, Chris Hemsworth & Charlize Theron.
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14 Jul 2012
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15 Jul 2012
Men in Black 3 (PG)
Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith are back, protecting the...
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16 Jul 2012
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19 Jul 2012
Rock of Ages (PG)
Tom Cruise looking like Axl Rose? Count us in. The...
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19 Jul 2012
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20 Jul 2012
The Love Of The Nightingale
The endless conflict between Dionysus and Apollo is explored as...
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21 Jul 2012
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21 Jul 2012
As You Like It
Live performance in the garden by the Rain or Shine...
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21 Jul 2012
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23 Sep 2012
Northampton Witch Trials
This exhibition examines the 1612 Northampton Witch trials and their...
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22 Jul 2012
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22 Jul 2012
Traditional Jazz in the Gardens
With Christine & the Stackyard Stompers.
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23 Jul 2012
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23 Jul 2012
Mini Safaris
Hunt for insects with the park rangers at Abington Park!
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23 Jul 2012
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28 Jul 2012
The Tempest
A spectacular open air performance of Shakespeare's The tempest performed...
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24 Jul 2012
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24 Jul 2012
The Railway Children
Tuesday 24th July 2012 - 6.30pm
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From
27 Jul 2012
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2 Aug 2012
Ice Age - Continental Drift (U)
Diego, Manny, Sid, Scrat and all the gang are back...
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30 Jul 2012
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4 Aug 2012
Arabian Nights
A spectacular open air performance of Arabian Nights performed by...
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4 Aug 2012
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4 Aug 2012
Costume Store Tour
Delve into our rails and racks of historical costumes dating...
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11 Aug 2012
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7 Oct 2012
Sport Demonstrations
Sport demos at the museum as part of the Going...
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11 Aug 2012
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7 Oct 2012
Going for Gold
Come along and see memorabilia from Northamptonshire Olympians (including a...
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15 Aug 2012
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15 Aug 2012
Tropical Encounters
Get upclose with a variety of fascinating and exotic animals...
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16 Aug 2012
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26 Aug 2012
The Railway Children
A performance of the Railway Children by Looking Glass Theatre.
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18 Aug 2012
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18 Aug 2012
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day at Abington Park Museum
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24 Aug 2012
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15 Sep 2012
Bully Boy
Written by broadcaster and writer Sandi Toksvig, Bully Boy is...
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1 Sep 2012
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28 Oct 2012
Story Telling by Vasco Araujo
Story telling brings together key works from Vasco Araujos practice...
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8 Sep 2012
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8 Sep 2012
Find out about your boot and shoe ancestors
Research your boot and shoe ancestors with the help of...
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20 Sep 2012
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28 Jul 2012
The Crucible
Come along to a performance of Arthur Miller's play of...
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22 Sep 2012
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28 Sep 2012
World of Dance
Learn some new and wonderful dance moves from around the...
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23 Nov 2012
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23 Nov 2012
The Hairy Bikers
Join the Bikers as they bring you into their rambunctious...
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