10 things to do in Daventry

1 FILM

The Sense of An Ending, Nether Heyford Village Hall, January 18

A man becomes haunted by his past when he is presented with a mysterious legacy that causes him to re-think his current situation in life. Jim Broadbent and Broadchurch actress Charlotte Rampling star in the film.

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2 PANTOMIME

Robin Hood, Rugby Theatre, January 18-21

It is the final few performances of Rugby Theatre’s Robin Hood pantomime. Robin Hood has been away with the Crusades and, with him gone, there has been plenty going on at home in his absence. This is a traditional pantomime packed full of moments to boo and hiss the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and to cheer for Robin Hood.

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A Passage to India, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, January 18-20

The advice was harsh but clear... and Aziz ignored it. Now he lies in jail on a charge of sexual assault. Forster’s masterpiece poses a question more urgent today than ever: how can we love one another in a world divided by culture and belief? It is the last few performances of the show made jointly with the theatre’s in production team.

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The Snowman, Milton Keynes Theatre, January 18-20

When a young boy’s snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve, the two set off on a night-time quest for adventure. They meet Father Christmas, reindeer and crowds of The Snowman’s friends, but will they escape evil Jack Frost and get back home for Christmas morning? This enchanting live show has thrilled audiences throughout the world since appearing on stage over 20 years ago.

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Sully, Culworth Village Hall, January 19

Tom Hanks stars in this film directed by Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood. It is the story of Chesley Sullenberger, an American pilot who became a hero after landing his damaged plane on the Hudson River in order to save the flight’s passengers and crew.

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6 COMEDY

Screaming Blue Murder, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, January 19

The comedy club returns after the Christmas break in an attempt to shift the January blues. Brendon Burns, Iszi Lawrence and

Matthew Osborn will provide the entertainment.

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John Shearer and The Over the Hill Gang, Daventry Working Men’s Club, January 20

The musician and actor John Shearer has worked widely in Hollywood with many big names. He will talk about his life and career in this event organised by Daventry Friends of Cancer Research UK,

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New Year Concert, Sulgrave Manor, January 21

Some of Fiori Musicali’s favourite players perform sparkling baroque music to welcome in the new year. Pieces by Bach, Corelli and Vivaldi will be performed by Kerstin Linder-Dewan, Eva Caballero, Poppy Walshaw and Penelope Rapson.

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Mamma Mia, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, January 23-February 2

Set in a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA. Sophie’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they’ll never forget.

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Jersey Boys, Milton Keynes Theatre, January 23-February 2

Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound, and sold 100 million records worldwide. It features many hit songs including Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like A Man, Bye Bye Baby, Big Girls Don’t Cry.

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