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14 Phonebox Magazine | January 2026The main theatres in our region don%u2019t solely present big productions that stay with them for a week. They also have a brilliant selection of one night stands %u2013 shows that are touring and stopping by for just a single date in Milton Keynes, Northampton, Bedford and many of the other theatres across our area.So what%u2019s on and where? Here Phonebox Magazine brings a selection of excellent entertainment that%u2019s with us for just one night. Get them while you can!The Eternal Shame of Sue PerkinsThu 29th January, Royal & Derngate, NorthamptonIn her first live show in over a decade, Sue Perkins delivers a hilarious treatise on stigma, humiliation, and misunderstanding. You might know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue or Just A Minute Sue, but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. Here she shares the unlikely happenings from a career in the spotlight.One Night of ElvisSat 31st January, Royal & Derngate, NorthamptonA show dedicated to preserving the respect of Elvis Presley, the greatest entertainer of all time. Lee Memphis King faithfully recreates an Elvis performance with the authenticity and passion of an Elvis concert. Hits including Heartbreak Hotel, The Wonder Of You, Suspicious Minds and many more feature in this two hour epic.Scummy Mummies: Hot MessWed 11th February, Royal & Derngate, NorthamptonHelen and Ellie are back with a brand new comedy show. From menopause to mansplaining, teenagers to Tinder, no subject is safe. Featuring brand new songs, sketches, stand-up, and of course, sparkly new catsuits. The show is described as a %u2018big Scummy party%u2019 and everyone is welcome.Gordon Buchanan: Lions and Tigers and BearsThu 12th February, Royal & Derngate, NorthamptonAward winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan hits the road again in 2026, continuing the success of his biggest ever live tour %u2013 Lions and Tigers and Bears. Gordon recounts thrilling encounters with pandas, grizzlies, tigers, jaguars and more as he recounts heart-stopping moments and tender interactions.Pete Firman: Tricks and GigglesThu 12th February, The Stables, WavendonWith over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician. An evening of 'Tricks & Giggles' brings Pete%u2019s trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this brand-new show. ONE NIGHT STANDSThey might be funny, happy, spectacular, interesting, moving, emotional or exciting, but they all have one thing in common %u2013 they are available for one night only.