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Pam Ayres

The author and broadcaster relates poems, stories, jokes, anecdotes and snippets from her best-selling books, Surgically Enhanced, With These Hands and The Works.

Swan Theatre, Worcester

Thu 20 Jun

£22.50 / 01905 611427

  • 19:30

Paradise Lost

  • Directed by: Ailin Conant
  • Written by: John Milton (book)

A mixture of physical theatre with almost all the original text is presented in this site-specific adaptation, from Fourth Monkey Theatre, of John Milton's poem-narrative, about the battle between good and evil. Contains brief adult nudity, not suitable for ages below 16.

Trinity Buoy Wharf, London E14

Thu 20 Jun

£16 (£14) / 020 7478 0170

  • 15:00
  • 19:30

Peter James: Dead Man’s Time: Talk

The author launches his most recent Roy Grace novel. Includes a reading and a Q&A session.

The Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea

Thu 20 Jun

£10 / 01273 467523

  • 19:30

Pop-Up Comedy

A free comedy event picking out some of the Scottish comedy scene's freshest talent.

The Halt Bar, Glasgow

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 0141 353 6450

  • 20:30

Rob Hayles: Book Signing

The former Great British Olympic track and road cyclist and BBC pundit signs copies of his autobiography Easy Rider: My Life On A Bike.

Waterstones, London Wall, EC2M

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 020 7628 9708

  • 13:00 – 14:00
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Robin Cousins: Six Degrees Of Gene Kelly

A mixture of anecdotes and music from the Olympic ice skater and entertainer, as he recalls how the late American dancer-actor-director helped shaped his career, along with Millwall Football Club.

The Pheasantry, London SW3

Thu 20 Jun

£20 / 020 7351 5031

  • 20:30

Rod Stewart

Gravel-voiced Rod the Plod returns for more onstage shenanigans lapped up by a partying crowd. There's always 'Maggie May' to look forward to.

LG Arena, Birmingham

Thu 20 Jun

£60–£70 / 0844 338 8000

  • 19:30

Standing in the Shadows of Motown

All day party of Motown sounds followed by a film tribute to the studio muscians who formed Berry Gordy's Motown jazz and blues house band.

Inn Deep, Glasgow

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 0141 357 1075

Part of West End Festival.

  • 14:00 – 16:00

Talon: Eagles Tribute

Recognised throughout the industry as the definitive exponents of recreating the immensely powerful vocals and exact musical reproduction of the Eagles, Talon's new production promises to deliver yet another stunning show for existing and new fans alike. The first half features each track from the iconic Hotel California…

Torch Theatre, Milford Haven

Thu 20 Jun

£18.50 / 01646 695267

  • 19:30

Tracy Hickinbottom And Alex Edwards: Potential Of Play

The artists respond to an essay by Mary Jane Drummond about the freedom of children to play in a classroom setting.

Eastside Projects, Birmingham

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 0121 771 1778

  • 12:00 – 17:00
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2.8 Hours Later: Asylum

Cross-city zombie chase game, which challenges teams of the uninfected to race through the streets at night and evade hordes of the undead, in order to reach resistance HQ unscathed within the allocated 2.8 hours. Due to the extreme and physical nature of the event, participants run at their own risk and should wear…

Manchester City Centre

Thu 20 Jun

£26–£30

  • 19:00 – 23:30

40 Years Of Fine Art At Bohun

A selection of prints and paintings by artists who have exhibited their works during the galleries 40 year history. This will see pieces by artists such as Featuring Fedden, Blackadder, Hitchens, Moore, Frink, Blake and Hockney.

Bohun Gallery, Henley-on-Thames

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 01491 576228

  • 10:00 – 13:15
  • 14:15 – 17:00

Al Murray: The Only Way is Epic

A brand new show from everyone's favourite bigoted landlord, Al Murray, star of Happy Hour. Please only cheer at the irony and stay in your house if you actually hate the French.

The Brewhouse, Taunton

Thu 20 Jun

£26.50 phone for availability / 01823 283244

  • 19:30

Andrew Blyth

Watercolour landscapes and townscapes created by the East Sussex-based artist and former landscape architect. The works depict a strong sense of place and atmosphere, with free flowing mark-making.

The Fountain Gallery, East Molesey

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 020 8941 5865

  • 11:30 – 17:30

Annie

Kirkintilloch High School present this musical classic about the optimistic singing orphan with the curly red hair.

Cumbernauld Theatre

Thu 20 Jun

£8 (£6) / 01236 732887

  • 19:45
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Arabian Nights: Central School Of Speech And Drama

Arabian Nights. A colourful kaleidoscope of stories based on the legendary "1001 Arabian Nights Tales". Using original music, dance, puppetry, and engaging storytelling, our large cast recreate Scheherazade's gripping tales to produce a feast of family fun, full of adventure romance, monsters and magic.

Minack Theatre And Exhibition Centre, Penzance

Thu 20 Jun

£8–£9.50 (Children £4–£5 under 15s) / 01736 810181

  • 20:00

Artist Rooms: Focus: Douglas Gordon: Play Dead; Real Time

A silent, multi-channel video installation in which an Indian elephant performs basic tricks at the command of her off-screen trainer, exploring themes of intimacy and perspective.

Tate Britain, London SW1P

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 020 7887 8888

  • 10:00 – 18:00

As You Like It

  • Written by: William Shakespeare

The Lord Chamberlain's Men Theatre presents an outdoor version of Shakespeare's romantic comedy in which an all-male cast takes on the cross-dressing confusion of the Bard's mischievous plot.

National Trust: Oxburgh Hall, King's Lynn

Thu 20 Jun

£13 plus admission £8.10, child £4.05, family £20.25, adv booking required; £9 adv, plus admission £8.10, child £4.05, family £20.25, adv booking… / 01366 328258

  • 19:30 – 21:30

Chelsea Library, London SW3

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 020 7361 3010

  • 11:00 – 11:20

Winchester Discovery Centre

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 0845 603 5631

  • 09:45
  • 11:00

King George's Hall, Blackburn

Thu 20 Jun

Concert Hall

£2.50 (Children £1.50; £7) / 01254 582579

  • 19:00
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Birdsong

  • Written by: Rachel Wagstaff (adapt)

Adaptation of Sebastian Faulks' best-selling novel of love, courage and sacrifice set before and during WWI.

Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Thu 20 Jun

£15–£25.50; £14–£21; £16–£27.50 / 0115 989 5555

  • 19:30

The Book Of Musicals

A collection of musical theatre featuring highlights from The Book Of Mormon, Wicked, Chicago, Miss Saigon and many more.

The Old Joint Stock Theatre, Birmingham

Thu 20 Jun

£12 / 0121 200 0946

  • 19:30

Calendar Girls: Adhoc Theatre Company

  • Written by: Tim Firth

An amateur production of the well-loved comedy by Tim Firth about a group of WI members who posed naked in a charity calendar.

Brentwood Theatre

Thu 20 Jun

£12 (£10) / 01277 200305

  • 20:00

Cats

Aberdeen Academy of Performing Arts present Andrew Lloyd Webber's all-singing, all-dancing feline fandango.

The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen

Thu 20 Jun

£12 / 01224 642230

  • 19:00

D*Face: New World Disorder

A solo show by the urban artist Dean Stockton, featuring works from the last seven years, including recent pieces that reflect upon times of chaos and disorder. Parts of the show are inspired by the documentary film, The Tillman Story and the installation also incorporates old prints, sketch books and video projections.

StolenSpace Gallery, Dray Walk, The Old Truman Brewery, London E1

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 020 7247 2684

  • 11:00 – 19:00
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