A Britain’s Got Talent finalist, Taskmaster star and two big-name comedians are among those heading to Northampton as Royal & Derngate prepares for a packed week of autumn entertainment.

The theatre has revealed its programme for the week beginning Monday, September 14, with dance, comedy, theatre and even live boxing on the bill.

Adam Garcia’s Emerald Storm arrives on Tuesday, September 15, direct from the West End and featuring Britain’s Got Talent finalist Tom Ball, whose performances on the ITV talent show won him a huge following.

American comedian and Primetime Emmy nominee Michelle Wolf follows on Wednesday, September 16, bringing her latest stand-up show Best Job in the World to Northampton.

Thursday, September 17 will see comedian Phil Wang perform his new show Uh Oh!, following appearances on programmes including Taskmaster and Would I Lie To You? and in the blockbuster film Wonka.

The same day also marks the start of a busy programme of performances as part of Royal & Derngate’s GenFest 2026, a festival showcasing new work.

Events include sensory theatre experience Lula, eco-adventure Riki Cycle: Food Waste and Jo Blake and Mikael Oberg’s Before the Stars Fell.

Friday’s GenFest programme features one-man psychological horror Spool and the world premiere of anti-romcom We Had Fun, directed by Olivier and Tony-nominated Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, whose credits include SIX the Musical.

Saturday, September 19 promises another varied programme.

Comedian Tez Ilyas will bring his new stand-up show Tez Things I Hate About You to the theatre, while GenFest continues with Drill Baby Drill, a one-man show performed by a polar bear.

The Big Top Boxing Extravaganza will feature white-collar boxing, unlicensed bouts and Muay Thai contests alongside live music and entertainment, raising money for local charity Born to Shine.

The week concludes on Sunday, September 20 with a GenFest takeover featuring 10 short pieces from 10 local writers performed throughout different parts of Royal & Derngate.