What's on, when it's on

John Bishop

Scouse comedian John Bishop was named best newcomer by BBC Radio Merseyside, winning the North West Comedy award for best stand-up in 2004. Since then he has been nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award. DetailsHammersmith Apollo, London, Tomorrow

Miles Kane

Miles Kane, Indie superstar and one half of the brilliant "Last Shadow Puppets", will be embarking on an 8 stop tour of the UK this spring. Miles is currently on the road supporting indie hard rockers "Kasabian", but will be taking a time-out from his supporting role, by headlining a bunch of shows on his own. DetailsWulfrun Hall, Wolverhampton, 14 Mar 2014

Brendan Shine

Irish folk singer and accordion player Brendan Shine is best known for his songs about everyday Irish life, such as Do you Want your Old Lobby Washed Down and Spuds. Originally making his name as an accordionist before taking up singing, he is one of Ireland's best-known entertainers. DetailsMillfield Theatre, Edmonton, 12 Mar 2014

Thriller Live

Thriller Live is a concert-style show commemorating the work of the indisputable King of Pop, Michael Jackson, paying homage to a phenomenal career spanning 40 years. All the very best songs are sung by six singers that provide Jackson's diverse vocal range as well as adding their own marvellous twists to well-known hits such as ABC, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Thriller and many more. DetailsLyric Theatre West End, London, Today

Architects

When it comes to England's metal core scene no one comes quite as close to creating a stir and the Architects manage to do. Founded in 2004 after undergoing a couple name changes that band proceeded to release their debut album "Nightmares" in 2006. DetailsLeadmill, Sheffield, Today

Rigoletto

 DetailsColiseum, London, Tomorrow

Franz Ferdinand

Scottish indie rock band Franz Ferdinand were formed in Glasgow in 2002, and comprise of band members Alex Kapranos, Bob Hardy, Nick McCarthy and Paul Thomson, and were a major part of the post-punk revival in the mid 2000's along with The Kaiser Chiefs and Arctic Monkeys. With new album Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action out now, Franz Ferdinand announce a UK tour for March. DetailsThe Roundhouse, London, 14 Mar 2014

Moscow State Circus

Promising their 'greatest ever production to date', the ever-popular Moscow State Circus are a world-renowned circus troupe where 'magnificent feats of human achievement' are the norm. Expect rogue clowns mucking around, performers in high-wires, trapeze artists, rollerskaters and many more extraordinary acts as this amazing show once again tours the country. DetailsOrchard Theatre, Dartford, Today

Swedish House Mafia

Comprising three DJ's Axwell, Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso, Swedish House Mafia are a house music group from Stockholm. Having signed a record deal with EMI in 2010, they released their first single One (Your Name) later that year, where it charted at number 7 in the UK Singles Chart. DetailsOdeon Leicester Square, London, 14 Mar 2014

Emily Smith

Emily Smith is a leading light of the contemporary Scottish folk scene. Her powerful, clear vocals have gained her award winning, worldwide recognition. DetailsCecil Sharp House, London, 13 Mar 2014

Billy Elliot The Musical

Based on the Oscar nominated film, "Billy Elliot - The Musical" tells the inspirational story of one boy's dedication to his dream of dancing, against all odds. The story is set in the north of England during the 1984 miner's strike, where Billy Elliot trades his boxing gloves in pursuit of becoming a ballet dancer. DetailsVictoria Palace Theatre, London, Tomorrow

Brad Paisley

Country music singer Brad Paisley is a successful American artist who won the 2008 CMA and ACM Male Vocalist of the Year award. Having recorded seven albums, of which 16 singles achieved number one in the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, he also went on to win the CMA Entertainer of the Year award. DetailsThe O2, London, 15 Mar 2014

Milton Jones

Milton Jones, - you know the weird bloke with the shirts from Mock the Week. As well as star of the Michael Mcintyre Roadshow, and the voice of 8 series for Radio 4 (including The Very World of Milton Jones and Another Case of Milton Jones) and all sorts of other radio and telly as well. DetailsHammersmith Apollo, London, Tomorrow

Martina McBride

Martina McBride has said she is starting over. She signed with a new record label and is now not only performing, but writing many of her own songs. DetailsIndigo2, London, 14 Mar 2014

The Overtones

The Overtones have stormed onto the scene of popular music in both the United States and the UK, and they have done so with relatively simple and incredibly catchy music. The mood of their material is incredibly light, but it is well composed and it would doing them a disservice to say that they are not talented musicians. DetailsThe Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, Tomorrow

Jersey Boys

Internationally acclaimed hit musical, Jersey Boys, tells the remarkable story of the Four Seasons' rise to fame. The Four Seasons are one of the most successful rock 'n roll groups of all time and Jersey Boys demonstrates in a documentary-style musical how four New Jersey guys invented their unique sound, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and sold over 175 million records. DetailsPrince Edward Theatre, London, Today

Urinetown

A hysterical new comedy musical written by Mark Hollman, which satirises the legal system and politics, as well as other musicals including The Cradle Will Rock and Les Mis. The musical follows a rather unconventional plotline, which will shock you with its rather pleasant ending!. DetailsSt. James Theatre, London, 13 Mar 2014

Babyshambles

Formed in London and consisting of band members Pete Doherty, Mick Whitnall, Drew McConnell and Adam Falkner, Babyshambles' indie rock, post-punk revival music continues to draw in fans across the UK to their sell-out gigs. Fronted by troubled singer Pete Doherty, the band have released three albums, Down in Albion, Shotter's Nation and Sequel to the Prequel. DetailsThe Roundhouse, London, Tomorrow

The 39 Steps

Based on a comic adaptation for the classic whodunnit, The 39 Steps at The Criterion Theatre in London has been keeping audiences in stitches since 2006. Based on the book of the same name, The 39 Steps follows Richard Hannay, a successful London gent with a boring life who suddenly finds a woman murdered in his apartment. DetailsCriterion Theatre, London, Tomorrow

Sarah Millican

Sarah Millican is a successful English stand-up comedienne from South Shields. Her profile on the comedy scene first increased after winning the 'if. DetailsWarwick Arts Centre (University of Warwick), Coventry, Today

We Were Evergreen

We Were Evergreen are an alternative indie-electro-pop band from France. The Parisian trio were born in 2008, after a new year's resolution that, for once, actually stuck. DetailsBarfly Camden, London, 11 Mar 2014

Fall Out Boy

US rock band Fall Out Boy were formed in Illinois in 2001, and originated from Chicago's hardcore punk scene. After their 2005 major label breakthrough, the band produced two hit singles, Sugar We're Goin Down, and Dance, Dance, launching them into worldwide stardom. DetailsMotorpoint Arena Cardiff, Cardiff, 15 Mar 2014

Larry Miller

After picking up his brother's guitar and writing his first song, Larry Miller knew his future lay in Rock music. After many years in the music business and touring constantly, Larry has built up a large following across the UK and Europe building an ever increasing army of fans. DetailsBorderline, London, 14 Mar 2014

Billy Elliot

Billy Elliot the Musical is an award winning musical that first premiered back in 2005 in London's West End. It is based on the film "Billy Elliot" which was released in 2000. DetailsVictoria Palace Theatre, London, 11 Mar 2014

Mike and The Mechanics

Following a six-year hiatus & a massive reunion with Genesis, Mike Rutherford has joined forces with one of the UK's most successful R&B acts Andrew Roachford & Canadian born singer & actor Tim Howar for a new generation of Mike & The Mechanics. Mike & The Mechanics formed in 1984, as a side project that would go onto sell over 10 million albums. DetailsHMV Hammersmith Apollo, London, 16 Mar 2014

Steel Panther

'Supersonic Sex Machine' '17 Girls In A Row' and 'It Wont Suck Itself'. No, not questionable late night films, these are in fact just a few of the song titles from glam metal rockers Steel Panther's newest album, 'Balls Out'. DetailsLincoln Engine Shed, Lincoln, 14 Mar 2014

X Factor Live

You've watched them perform on your telly and now you can see them LIVE on tour. That's right X Factor fans, our final eight are coming to a stage near you in February 2014 - and you can buy tickets to see them TODAY. DetailsWembley Arena, London, Today