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We Are FSTVL

New dance music/clubs/electronica festival featuring DJs/acts from Cocoon, Crosstown Rebels, Mulletover, Creche and more.

Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Upminster

Sat 25 May

£29–£65 / 01708 556000

  • 11:00 – 02:30

PhoneyFest 2013

A three-day event with tribute performances to Amy Winehouse, Elvis, Madness, Michael Jackson, Lady GaGa, Madonna, Tina Turner, Cher, Bryan Adams, Bob Marley, Black Eyed Peas, Thin Lizzy and Rod Stewart.

Concorde Club, Eastleigh

Sat 25 May

£24; £29 ( £17; £22) / 023 8061 3989

  • 13:30

Sun 26 May

£24; £29 ( £17; £22) / 023 8061 3989

  • 13:00

Slam Dunk Festival 2013: All Time Low

Punk and alternative rock showcase with headliner All Time Low and performances from Four Year Strong, Kids In Glass Houses, Cancer Bats, The Skints, Pierce The Veil, The Early November, The Wonder Years, Deaf Havana, and many more.

The Forum, Hatfield

Sun 26 May

£34 adv; £36 w/aftershow, adv / 01707 285008

  • 13:00

Leeds University

Sat 25 May

£34 adv; £36 w/aftershow, adv / 0113 343 2778

  • 13:00

Wolverhampton Civic Hall

Mon 27 May

£34 adv; £36 w/aftershow, adv / 0870 320 7000

  • 13:00

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360 Cinema

The Soul Dome, a 360' inflatable cinema dome, has its inaugural appearance at Brighton Fringe. Totally immersive sensory ecstatic shows programmed to suit all age groups, with live and interactive elements. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Jubilee Square, Brighton

Fri 24 May

£7 (£5) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 25 May

£7 (£5) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

£7 (£5) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

…and 7 more dates until 2 Jun

Chester Rocks 2013: The Wanted, Jessie J

Pop, rock and indie showcase featuring Saturday headliners The Wanted with Union J and topping the bill on Sunday is Jessie J and Lawson.

Chester Racecourse

Sat 15 Jun

£32 day ticket / 01244 304 610

  • 16:00

Sun 16 Jun

£32 day ticket / 01244 304 610

  • 16:00
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One Direction

Lock up your daughters – the staggeringly popular X-Factor behemoth pops off on a wee stadium tour.

Etihad Stadium, Manchester

Sat 31 May

£42.50–£65 / 0844 477 5775

  • 17:00

Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

Tue 3 Jun

£42.50–£65 / 0131 346 5000

  • 17:00

Stadium Of Light, Sunderland

Wed 28 May

£42.50–£65 / 0845 671 1973

  • 17:00

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The Stone Roses, Primal Scream, Jake Bugg and The View

The reformed Stone Roses return to the scene of their legendary 1990 gig with a full support bill of kindred spirits.

Glasgow Green

Sat 15 Jun

£55

  • 16:00

Upfest Festival

Europe's largest urban art festival comes to Bristol, with over 250 graffiti artists painting live. Among the featured artists are DALeast (China), Faith47 (South Africa), C215 (France), Peeta (Italy), Bristol natives Turroe and Inkie, Goin (France), Eoin (Ireland), JBAK (Germany), Remo (USA), Neuzz (Mexico), Peacetu…

Tobacco Factory, Bristol

Sat 25 May

Free / 0117 902 0344

  • 11:00 – 20:00

Sun 26 May

Free / 0117 902 0344

  • 11:00 – 20:00

Mon 27 May

Free / 0117 902 0344

  • 11:00 – 20:00

Aperol Spritz Stage

Find our bar and boutique stage at The Famous Spiegel Garden where a daily performance space will be on offer for all. Follow @aperolspritzUK for more information on how to apply and audition #321SpritzStage Afternoon & evening slots available. Suitable for ages 18+.

Aperol Spritz Social, Brighton

Thu 23 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Fri 24 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 25 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

…and 8 more dates until 2 Jun

Bohemian Rhapsody

Larger than life tribute to Queen, featuring all the beloved hits.

Bristol Hippodrome

Sat 1 Jun

£10–£32.50 / 0844 847 2325

Eden Court Theatre, Inverness

Sat 22 Jun

£19–£26.50 (£18–£24.50; Under 18 £11) / 01463 234234

  • 14:00

The Edinburgh Playhouse

Sat 15 Jun

£10–£32.50 / 0844 871 3014

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Green Day, Kaiser Chiefs, All Time Low

The multi-million selling band are credited with being one of three bands that revived interest in punk rock in the USA after their formation in 1987. Although their first releases only gained them a local fanbase, the album Dookie brought them international as well as local success. The album went on to sell in excess of…

Emirates Stadium, London N5

Sat 1 Jun

£45–£65 / 020 7704 4504

  • 16:30

Meadowlands Festival

Set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs and boasting outstanding views all around, this music and arts festival will once again take place on the bank holiday weekend within the grounds of Glynde Place, featuring many outstanding international, national and local acts. Music, theatre, comedy, spoken word, art, DJs…

Glynde Place, Lewes

Fri 24 May

£95 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 25 May

£48 (£24) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

£48 (£24) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Primrose Hill Community Centre, London NW1

Thu 23 May

£1 / 020 7586 8327

  • 16:15 – 17:00

Tue 28 May

£1 / 020 7586 8327

  • 16:15 – 17:00

Thu 30 May

£1 / 020 7586 8327

  • 16:15 – 17:00
…and 8 more dates until 25 Jul

O2 Glasgow Mela

For over 20 years this huge outdoor festival has been celebrating the traditions of Glasgow's many and varied immigrant communities with a mix of international music, dance, activities and stalls. This year includes performances from bhangra artists Sona Walia and Ali Romeo, the KAWA Brass Band and the KAWA Circus, and…

Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow

Sat 15 Jun

Free / 0141 302 2845

  • 12:00 – 20:00

Sun 16 Jun

Free / 0141 302 2845

  • 12:00 – 20:00

Ruthie Henshall

The West End star weaves the story of her career around performances of songs from the Broadway and West End shows which have made her name.

Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge

Sat 27 Jul

£20.75–£27.75 / 01473 211498

  • 14:30
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Bach to Baby: Mother Goose and Other Tales

Ravel's gentle Mother Goose Suite is accompanied by some classic kids' tales – a perfect way to introduce young ones to the classical genre.

All Saints Church, London SE21

Fri 21 Jun

£10 (Children free) / 020 8676 4550

  • 16:00 – 17:00

Christ Church, London N5

Tue 11 Jun

£10 (Children free)

  • 10:30 – 11:30

Fri 28 Jun

£10 (Children free)

  • 16:00 – 17:00

Hampstead Parish Church, London NW3

Tue 18 Jun

£10 (Children free) / 020 7794 5808

  • 10:30 – 11:30

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Edinburgh University Final Year BMus Recitals

Final year music students show what they've learned.

Reid Concert Hall, Edinburgh

Thu 23 May

Free / 0131 651 3212

  • 12:00
  • 14:00
  • 15:00
  • 16:30

Get Organised: John Kitchen

Recital from organist John Kitchen on the amazing Usher Hall organ, featuring guest performers.

Usher Hall, Edinburgh

Tue 18 Jun

£3 / 0131 228 1155

  • 13:10

Tue 25 Jun

£3 / 0131 228 1155

  • 13:10

Wed 3 Jul

£3 / 0131 228 1155

  • 13:10

Hot Stuff

  • Directed by: Paul Kerryson

Ceri Dupree stars in Leicester's homegrown musical, featuring 70s and 80s chart hits including Dancing Queen, I Will Survive, Spirit In The Sky, Fame, We Are The Champions, Blame It On The Boogie, Devil Gate Drive, Stand By Your Man, Addicted To Love, Nobody Does It Better, Get It On, Imagine and Donna Summer's Hot Stuff.

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Fri 24 May

£18.75–£26.75; £15 ages 16-26; £21.75–£29.75; £15 ages 16-26; £15 ages 16-26 (Children £10 under 16s; Children £10 under 16s; Children £10 under 16s) / 0116 242 3595

  • 17:00

Sat 25 May

£18.75–£26.75; £15 ages 16-26; £21.75–£29.75; £15 ages 16-26; £15 ages 16-26 (Children £10 under 16s; Children £10 under 16s; Children £10 under 16s) / 0116 242 3595

  • 16:00

Sun 26 May

£18.75–£26.75; £15 ages 16-26; £21.75–£29.75; £15 ages 16-26; £15 ages 16-26 (Children £10 under 16s; Children £10 under 16s; Children £10 under 16s) / 0116 242 3595

  • 16:00

The Lady Boys of Bangkok

Glamorous Amorous! The Lady Boys of Bangkok are back with a fabulous new show for 2013! Dripping with diamante and sizzling on stage with new songs and side splitting comedy. From J-Lo to Whitney, the stars and chart-topping hits just keep on coming. Party like there’s no tomorrow with The Lady Boys of Bangkok: Europe's…

The Sabai Pavilion, Victoria Gardens, Brighton

Sat 25 May

£28 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

£28 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 1 Jun

£28 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

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Mojo

The lively nine-piece ensemble performs blues, rock'n'roll and soul from the 1960s to the current charts.

The Vortex Jazz Club, Dalston Culture House, London N16

Sun 7 Jul

£5 / 020 7254 4097

  • 15:30

Sun 1 Sep

£5 / 020 7254 4097

  • 15:30

Sun 3 Nov

£5 / 020 7254 4097

  • 15:30

Robbie Williams and Olly Murs

Big pop hits from the sometime Take That star.

Hampden Park, Glasgow

Tue 25 Jun

£55–£99 / 0141 616 6000

  • 16:00

Wed 26 Jun

£55–£99 / 0141 616 6000

  • 16:00

Sam Culver

The singer and guitarist plays folk-rock.

Porters Wine Bar, Hastings

Sun 26 May

Free / 01424 427 000

  • 16:00 – 18:00

Scottish Opera: The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance was written in a hurry so that Gilbert & Sullivan could open it on Broadway and finally taste those sweet, sweet American royalties, but in spite of its mercenary origin it's one of the best-loved operettas ever written, a crazily sparkling farce with a bumbling but patriotic pirate crew, some…

Bristol Hippodrome

Wed 19 Jun

£15–£47.50 / 0844 847 2325

Thu 20 Jun

£15–£47.50 / 0844 847 2325

Sat 22 Jun

£15–£47.50 / 0844 847 2325

Eden Court Theatre, Inverness

Sat 8 Jun

Prices to be confirmed / 01463 234234

  • 14:15

Edinburgh Festival Theatre

Sat 1 Jun

£17.50–£74.50 / 0131 529 6000

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Welsh National Opera: Lohengrin

  • Directed by: Antony McDonald (dir)
  • Written by: Wagner

Lothar Koenigs conducts Wagner's opera of love and redemption. Starring Peter Wedd in the title role and Emma Bell as Elsa. Directed by Antony McDonald. Sung in German with surtitles in English (and Welsh in Cardiff).

Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff

Sun 26 May

Donald Gordon Theatre

£5–£54 / 029 2063 6464

  • 15:00
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