Britain's best events this week

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A weekly roundup of the best events taking place across the length and breadth of Britain.

London

London Honey Show 2014 | Today at Lancaster London, Paddington - Lancaster London is buzzing with excitement, as the date for the London Honey Show has just been announced as Monday, 6 October 2014, from 6-9pm. The hotel will be organising and hosting this annual event for the fourth consecutive year, with a small £1 entry fee, which will be donated to a bee charity. Please see updates on www.londonbees

Zena James | 9 Oct 2014 at Lauderdale House, Archway - With Simon Allen (sax), Mike Bradley (drums), Johnny Copland (bass), Mike Guy (piano) Soulful blues-tinged singer Zena James brings catchy grooves and infectious energy. Inspired as much by 70's soul as by the jazz greats, Zenas enjoyed great reviews for her funky new take on popular and rare jazz gems and irresistible, low-down R&B sounds. Expect groovy arrangements of popular jazz standards and groove-laden self-penned originals. Allen is one of the key players of the moment, and the Bradley and Guy rhythm section are taking a night off from Michael Jackson, Thriller in the West End to form the tightest team around

Mim Scala, In Motion | 10 Oct - 14 Nov 2014 at Eleven Fine Art, London - Mim Scala, In Motion Eleven is pleased to present Mim Scala's first solo exhibition In Motion. Featuring a series of bronze sculptures, Scala instils grace and a palpable sense of movement into each bronze. Scala's studio is nestled among fourteen horses and their stables on his property. This emersion with his horses has served as the basis for many of his sculptures including the first one he completed, Prancing Horse I (2014) where the animal playfully springs into the air, a scene Scala is very familiar with from working each day alongside them

Scaresville 2014 | 10 Oct - 1 Nov 2014 at Kentwell Hall, Sudbury - SCARESVILLE: The Site for a Fright. (Not for the squeamish of faint-hearted, but a whole lotta fun!) Do you dare? Scaresville is a haunted village that mysteriously appears in the grounds of Kentwell Hall in Suffolk every autumn. It is one of Britain's Top Scare Attractions, and previous winner of a prestigious Screamie Award. Visit Scaresville at your peril! You'll enjoy (??!) over an hour of pure adrenaline as you journey through dark rooms, forests and open farmland

Green Thoughts | 11 Oct - 15 Nov 2014 at Alan Cristea Gallery, Soho - Green Thoughts is an exhibition of new work by Howard Hodgkin, one of Britain's most celebrated artists. The exhibition features nineteen new limited editions including a special hand-painted carborundum relief entitled For Alan (2014). Printed in seven colour variations, the work is a testament to Hodgkin's close working relationship with gallery owner and publisher Alan Cristea which spans over 20 years. Exhibited alongside the new works is a unique hand-painted version of the 20ft etching, As Time Goes By (2009)

South

Stowaway | 11 Oct 2014 at The North Wall Arts Centre, Oxford - Stowaway details an extraordinary journey in search of an impossible future. Stowaway is a story about a man from India who finds himself far from home and adrift from everything he knows. He hides in the wheel arch of a commercial airliner bound for the UK, in a bid to change his life.

Midlands

Bill Laurance Project | Today at Glee Club Birmingham, Birmingham - Band on the Wall, in association with Root Music presents Bill Laurance this Autumn. Original member of the internationally acclaimed Snarky Puppy, Grammy Award winning pianist Bill Laurance released his debut album/DVD Flint in May to rave reviews. The live show features Snarky Puppy's own Michael League (Bass) and Robert 'Sput' Searight (Drums) plus a string quartet. This long awaited awaited project brings together classical and jazz in a brilliantly original and exciting new context

Horse of the Year Show | 8 - 12 Oct 2014 at The NEC, Birmingham - The Horse of the Year Show - also known as HOYS - was founded to be a culmination of the British equestrian events year. Because of this, the show needed to be held indoors, making it a unique event.HOYS was first held in 1949 at Harringay Arena in Harringay. It was held as an annual event which moved to Wembley Arena ten years later

Three Men in a Boat | 14 - 18 Oct 2014 at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry - Following a hit, sell-out tour in 2012, Craig Gilbert's ingenious and acclaimed adaptation of Jerome K Jerome's classic tale of boating misadventure returns to the UK stage this autumn armed with more singing, wilder adventures and sporting even brighter blazers. Originally intended as a guide to boating on the Thames, Jerome's ripping yarn of youthful friendship, mischief and folly celebrates the very essence of Britishness', inspiring many of our comic legends from Morecambe and Wise to Monty Python. Original Theatre Company take this classic tale of misadventure and folly by the scruff of the neck. Equipped with a working pub, live piano accompaniment, some ale, music hall singing, a dog and a feast of physical comedy, settle yourself in for a night out to remember

Jon Allen | 16 Oct 2014 at Birmingham Glee Club, Birmingham - "The first music that really captured my imagination was The Beatles. At a friend's house I found a copy of Sgt. Peppers on cassette. After I'd stretched that tape playing it constantly I went in search of the rest of The Beatles back catalogue

East

Max Raptor | Today at Waterfront, Norwich - Punk rock four piece "Max Raptor" have announced an imminent tour of the UK, due to kick off on the 11th of March. "Max Raptor" released their debut album "Portraits" in April 2011. The album was particularly successful for the band, with positive reviews and strong initial sales. The band have been touring material from the record since 2009, where the band were the support act for the Canadian rock outfit "Billy Talent"

Cinderella | Norwich Theatre Royal

Cinderella | 7 - 11 Oct 2014 at Norwich Theatre Royal, Norwich - Set in Imperial Russia at a time when superstitious people believe in the possibility of magic, Northern Ballet's new adaptation of this classic fairytale sees heartbreak turn to joy as the unstoppable power of young love conquers all. A beautiful summer's day turns into tragedy. Devastated by the loss of her father, and excluded by her cruel stepmother and sisters, Cinderella finds solace on the frozen lake where she first sees her Prince Charming. As romance blossoms, a magical encounter in a market place changes Cinderella's destiny

Tony Hadley | Tomorrow at Ipswich Regent Theatre, Ipswich - Tony Hadley performs live at Ipswich Regent Theatre in Ipswich, Suffolk on Tuesday, 07 October 2014. Buy and compare your tickets for Tony Hadley at Ipswich Regent Theatre now.

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North West

Telegraph Cruise Show | 11 - 12 Oct 2014 at Echo Arena Liverpool, Liverpool - Whether you're an experienced ocean voyager, a lover of river cruises or completely new to cruising and looking for your next travel adventure, you'll find everything you need to know about life on board at The Telegraph Cruise Show Liverpool. All under one roof, you can meet experts from the world's leading cruise lines and enjoy talks from celebrity travellers and Telegraph cruise specialists who will bring you up to date with the latest ships, imaginative and luxurious on-board facilities, the top destinations and most exciting shore excursions for both ocean and river cruising. Don't miss out on the ultimate event for those who want to discover the world by water, find out more on our website: www.telegraph

A Dolls House | 13 Oct 2014 at The Capstone Theatre, Liverpool - UK Touring Theatre in association with Redbridge Drama Centre presents A Doll's House By Henrik Ibsen Directed by Michael Woodwood A woman doesn't have the right to protect her own dying father, or to save her husband's life! I can't believe that's true... Torvald and Nora Helmer have it all: a loving marriage, three beautiful children, and a secure financial future as a result of Torvald's new appointment at the bank

A Civil War wedding | 18 - 19 Oct 2014 at Oakwell Hall Country Park, Batley - It's 1647 at Oakwell Hall. John Batt, the owner, needs money so he has agreed to marry his daughter to a wealthy merchant. But will she obey her father? Come to Oakwell Hall on 18 and 19 October and see the House as it would have been during the Civil Wars. Follow the arguments as the bride expresses her opinion of her future husband

The Taming of the Shrew | 20 Oct 2014 at The Capstone Theatre, Liverpool - Whilst currently touring their critically acclaimed UK tour of A Midsummer Night's Dream, Immersion Theatre are thrilled to announce they will be reviving their 2011 production of The Taming of the Shrew. Sixties London. Three criminal dynasties are drawn together, as suitors vie to woo, wed and bed the wealthy daughters of gangland powerhouse Baptista Minola. The catch? The eldest is as vicious as the youngest is beautiful

John Legend | Today at O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester - John Legend at O2 Apollo Manchester in Manchester on Monday, 06 October 2014. You've all heard of horror stories of getting scammed by ticket touts, haven't you? Well, BritEvents have come up with the perfect solution - a ticket price comparison service. Just browse for the John Legend tickets you want to purchase, and see who's offering the best price. We compare Seatwave, Ticketmaster, Stubhub, Viagogo and GetMeIn - all very reputable ticket companies who offer top-class guarantees, and chill, knowing that you're covered

North East

Supreme Queen | 18 Oct 2014 at Playhouse Whitley Bay, Whitley Bay - SUPREME QUEEN have been paying homage to the worlds most theatrical and dramatic Rock band, Queen since 1995, and in that time have had a huge impact on audiences across the UK, Europe and Asia. Front man, Scott Maley plays an uncannily realistic Freddy with just the right look, stage persona and, most importantly of all, the most incredibly powerful voice! Scottis joined on stage by an enormously talented band including Nathan Mathers who brings all the electric guitar virtuosity required to play a very convincing Brian May. Their attention to detail is truly impressive and extends to their use of the exact same equipment used by Queen on stage in their heyday For a Queen - live in Concert experience; nobody does it like SUPREME QUEEN! I got the fright of my life when I saw Freddie, backstage; he looked just like the real thing. He went on stage and he gave a blistering performance winding the crowd up song by song

Omid Djalili | Today at The Royal Hall, Harrogate - Multi award winning stand-up, television and movie star, Omid Djalili is back on tour with his brand new comedy show. A firm favourite at the Edinburgh Festival with his legendary performances, Omid's stand-up awards include Time Out Award for Best Stand Up, the EMMA Award, South Bank Award nominee and Perrier Award nominee.

The Treatment | Today at Think Tank, Newcastle Upon Tyne - The Treatment at Think Tank in Newcastle Upon Tyne on Monday, 06 October 2014. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest The Treatment tickets, so we've done the legwork for you. Compare Ticketmaster, Viagogo, GetMeIn, Seatwave and Stubhub ticket prices and relax, knowing that you won't be ripped off or scammed by unscrupulous ticket touts.

Disney On Ice | Tomorrow at Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Your favorite Disney characters and stories brought to life with the artistry of ice skating to create an unforgettable family experience.

John Legend | Tomorrow at Newcastle City Hall, Newcastle Upon Tyne - John Legend at Newcastle City Hall in Newcastle Upon Tyne on Tuesday, 07 October 2014. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest John Legend tickets, so we've done the legwork for you. Compare Ticketmaster, Viagogo, GetMeIn, Seatwave and Stubhub ticket prices and relax, knowing that you won't be ripped off or scammed by unscrupulous ticket touts.

Scotland

Avi Buffalo | Today at Broadcast, Glasgow - Avi Buffalo at Broadcast in Glasgow on Monday, 06 October 2014. It's bloomin' hard work tracking down the best seats at the best prices, so why don't you let us do it. Our clever system imports all the tickets for Avi Buffalo, matches them together using a complicated system that hardly anyone knows how to understand, then lists them so you can compare all the ticket prices together. You'd be daft to look elsewhere because we've done all the work for you! Now go and enjoy the performance

Chris Ramsey | Today at Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy - Fresh from a complete sell-out, twice extended 2012 tour, multiple appearances on Celebrity Juice and 8 Out of 10 Cats, and a starring role in BBC Two's Hebburn, Chris embarks on a brand new tour for 2013/2014. Taking his brush with on air censorship as a jumping off point to muse on life, mistakes, expectation and offence, he examines what happens when you say the wrong thing in the wrong place at the wrong time. Contains adult content " parental guidance advised.

Ella Eyre | Today at O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow - Ella Eyre at O2 ABC Glasgow in Glasgow on Monday, 06 October 2014. Compare ticket prices from the UK's most respected and trusted ticket providers, including Viagogo, Seatwave, GetMeIn, Ticketmaster and Stubhub in order to get the best seats at the best prices, all covered by a ticket guarantee.

Eliza and the Bear | Tomorrow at Electric Circus, Edinburgh - Eliza and the Bear at Electric Circus in Edinburgh on Tuesday, 07 October 2014. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest Eliza and the Bear tickets, so we've done the legwork for you. Compare Ticketmaster, Viagogo, GetMeIn, Seatwave and Stubhub ticket prices and relax, knowing that you won't be ripped off or scammed by unscrupulous ticket touts.

Klingande | Tomorrow at Liquid Room, Edinburgh - Klingande at Liquid Room in Edinburgh on Tuesday, 07 October 2014. You've all heard of horror stories of getting scammed by ticket touts, haven't you? Well, BritEvents have come up with the perfect solution - a ticket price comparison service. Just browse for the Klingande tickets you want to purchase, and see who's offering the best price. We compare Seatwave, Ticketmaster, Stubhub, Viagogo and GetMeIn - all very reputable ticket companies who offer top-class guarantees, and chill, knowing that you're covered

Wales

Manchester Orchestra | Today at Cardiff University Students Union, Cardiff - Manchester Orchestra at Cardiff University Students Union live on Monday, 06 October 2014 in Cardiff, Glamorgan. For tickets to see Manchester Orchestra at Cardiff University Students Union, see the list of ticket prices.

10cc | Grand Theatre Swansea

10cc | 8 Oct 2014 at Grand Theatre Swansea, Swansea - Join 10cc as they perform hit after hit with over 10 top ten hits including I'm Not In Love, Dreadlock Holiday, Good Morning Judge, The Things We Do For Love, The Dean And I, The Wall Street Shuffle. 10cc are Graham Gouldman, Rick Fenn, Paul Burgess, Mick Wilson and Mike Stevens.

The Subways | 8 Oct 2014 at Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff - The Subways at Clwb Ifor Bach in Cardiff on Wednesday, 08 October 2014. We search the UK's top ticket companies for the best seats at the best prices so you don't have to, so you can watch The Subways live in the knowledge that you've got them at the best available price.

Continental Market | 9 - 11 Oct 2014 at Shopping Center, Cwmbran - The shopping center will come alive with the tastes, smells and products of Continental Europe - and beyond - when the Traditional European Food and Craft Fair arrives in town. Bringing a lot of produce and products that are new and different, the fair will be in town from Thursday 9th to Saturday 11th October. The shopping center will be transformed into more of a bustling market place than ever before, as the marketers build on the success of their visits in earlier years. This year, we have some new exciting stalls: German salami, Finnish crafts, Peruvian handicrafts, Italian macaroons and Paris handbags

Elaine Paige | 9 Oct 2014 at St David's Hall, Cardiff - Elaine Paige, award-winning musical theatre star, multi-platinum recording artist and popular BBC radio presenter, returns to the concert stage in 2011 with a brand new evening of music and song. Elaine will perform some of the modern classics from her new album, Elaine Paige and Friends, along with a selection of her favourite standards and her greatest hits.