Editor's picks for the next 7 days NEWS


Editor's picks for the next 7 days

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



London

Sense and Sensibility | 28 - 31 Jan 2015 at The Parish Hall, Chelmsford - Theatre at Baddow presents an adaptation of Jane Austen's novel. Left in straitened circumstances when their father dies, the Dashwood girls are forced to move to a Devon cottage, but Aunt Jennings is determined to find husbands for them in London. Marianne, trusting to her sensibilities, falls passionately in love with the dashing Willoughby, while Elinor applies her sense to her feelings for Edward Ferrars who appears to be unattainable.

Song Noir by Pumajaw | 28 Jan - 1 Feb 2015 at Vaults Festival , London - UK duo Pumajaw present Song Noir, the critically-acclaimed spine tingling song-cycle, born deep in the twilight zone of film noir and cult TV. Using voice, electronic soundscapes and magical, animated film collages, Song Noir walks the blurred line between reality and illusion, leading the audience through a mind bending, audiovisual maze. The timeless themes of social alienation, danger and seduction are explored through classic songs from films including Twin Peaks, The Night of the Hunter and Kiss Me Deadly and Pumajaws original music, composed of found sounds, guitar and a voice that is thrillingly world-class. In Song Noir, music, film, technology and theatre combine to create a groundbreaking performance beyond genres

Oh What A Lovely War | 29 Jan - 7 Feb 2015 at Theatre Royal Stratford East, Stratford - After a sell-out run in 2014 coinciding with the First World War Centenary, Oh What A Lovely War returns for a strictly limited run prior to a UK national tour. Built upon the songs that ordinary British soldiers sang during a war that killed ten million in four years, this Musical Entertainment production is a powerful comment against war. A riot of music and colour, brilliantly comic and deeply moving, this newly reimagined production remains true to the spirit of Joan Littlewoods 1963 original. Dont miss this opportunity to see the iconic production at its home venue

Supreme Queen | 31 Jan 2015 at Millfield Arts Centre, Edmonton - SWEENEY ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENTS Supreme Queen LIVE IN CONCERT 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

Only Fools and 3 Courses | 6 Feb 2015 at Langstone Hotel, Portsmouth - Only Fools and 3 Courses Dinning Invitation. Lovely Jubbly! Join us for the Dinner event of the year which combines fine food and comedy action, served up ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES style. Marlene & Boycie are hosting a Gala Dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert (when I was in the war) on the guest list? Will Raquel put in an appearance and sing! Surely not after the last time? Expect an evening of chaos and mayhem with extra large portions of comedy. This is a big fun night out in a friendly party atmosphere with some of the finest comedy actors in the land, professionally produced to the highest standards with your enjoyment at the top of the menu

South

Song Noir by Pumajaw | 28 Jan - 1 Feb 2015 at Vaults Festival , London - UK duo Pumajaw present Song Noir, the critically-acclaimed spine tingling song-cycle, born deep in the twilight zone of film noir and cult TV. Using voice, electronic soundscapes and magical, animated film collages, Song Noir walks the blurred line between reality and illusion, leading the audience through a mind bending, audiovisual maze. The timeless themes of social alienation, danger and seduction are explored through classic songs from films including Twin Peaks, The Night of the Hunter and Kiss Me Deadly and Pumajaws original music, composed of found sounds, guitar and a voice that is thrillingly world-class. In Song Noir, music, film, technology and theatre combine to create a groundbreaking performance beyond genres

Oh What A Lovely War | 29 Jan - 7 Feb 2015 at Theatre Royal Stratford East, Stratford - After a sell-out run in 2014 coinciding with the First World War Centenary, Oh What A Lovely War returns for a strictly limited run prior to a UK national tour. Built upon the songs that ordinary British soldiers sang during a war that killed ten million in four years, this Musical Entertainment production is a powerful comment against war. A riot of music and colour, brilliantly comic and deeply moving, this newly reimagined production remains true to the spirit of Joan Littlewoods 1963 original. Dont miss this opportunity to see the iconic production at its home venue

Supreme Queen | 31 Jan 2015 at Millfield Arts Centre, Edmonton - SWEENEY ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENTS Supreme Queen LIVE IN CONCERT 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

Only Fools and 3 Courses | 6 Feb 2015 at Langstone Hotel, Portsmouth - Only Fools and 3 Courses Dinning Invitation. Lovely Jubbly! Join us for the Dinner event of the year which combines fine food and comedy action, served up ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES style. Marlene & Boycie are hosting a Gala Dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert (when I was in the war) on the guest list? Will Raquel put in an appearance and sing! Surely not after the last time? Expect an evening of chaos and mayhem with extra large portions of comedy. This is a big fun night out in a friendly party atmosphere with some of the finest comedy actors in the land, professionally produced to the highest standards with your enjoyment at the top of the menu

Australia Day | 26 - 27 Jan 2015 at Belushi's, Shepherd'S Bush - On Monday 26th January 2014 we invite you to come and celebrate at the biggest Australia Day party at Belushis. What have we got for you this year? -Bundy Rum & Aussie Beer -Loads of drink specials including pitchers of Fosters and Snakies - Freebies and giveaways -The best Aussie Works burger in town -Aussie Sports on the Big Screen & classic Aussie tunes -A bunch of Aussies working behind the bar Website: http://atnd.it/19631-1

Midlands

Dead Simple | 26 - 31 Jan 2015 at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry - Peter James most famous and popular book to date has been brought to the stage. Michael Harrison has it all; great career, great friends and a beautiful fiance. But when his stag night prank goes horribly wrong, Michael finds himself alone. Evenings: 7

Streetscapes | 28 Jan - 1 Feb 2015 at Quayside Tower, Birmingham - Open10am 3pm Daily CostFree Public Admission All the images in this exhibition have been taken within cities and towns. They are contemporary records of urban life, but they are also testament to mankinds ingenuity in adapting to new and challenging environments. These photographs capture the challenges we face on a daily basis, as well as the lifestyle choices and aesthetic stimulation arising from high population density and cultural diversity. Each of our photographers has emphasised beautiful elements to capture and hold our attention, particularly when the subject material is challenging

Personal Regeneration | 6 - 8 Feb 2015 at Purley Chase Centre, Atherstone - What changes in yourself do you want? All sorts of possibilities come to mind. To be mentally healthy and free of anxiety and depression? To have improved self-awareness, self-esteem and self-confidence? To have a better quality of life and relationships, and enhanced sense of well-being? To have discovered more meaning and purpose? Or to have fulfilled ones potential level of practical wisdom and virtue of character? This event is about the deeper aspects of these changes which amount to spiritual growth or what Emanuel Swedenborg calls regeneration. It is the seventh annual weekend course intended to present his core teachings. If you are interested in what factors are relevant to spiritual growth you will probably be aware that different schools of thought offer different ideas about what it amounts to and how it can be brought about

Only a Day | 7 - 21 Feb 2015 at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry - Love is never so beautiful as on the first day. A fox and a wild boar keep watch over the hatching of a mayfly. Aware that it lives for only a day, they are faced with a dilemma. Who cares about a mayfly anyway? But when they meet a beautiful flying insect, who has spent years preparing to hatch into the world, they have to think again

The Muddy Choir | 8 Feb 2015 at Warwick Arts Centre (University of Warwick), Coventry - Its November 1917 and the Third Battle of Ypres is lurching towards its bloody conclusion. Young soldiers Will, Robbie and Jumbo are thrust into a landscape starkly different to the playing fields and estates of their Sunderland home. When the trios singing causes a disturbance up the line they face unwelcome attention from their commanding officers. Is music their ticket away from the front, as Robbie dreams, or will the passion it brings about prove more dangerous than bullets and gas? Post show talk Sun 8 Feb

East

Sense and Sensibility | 28 - 31 Jan 2015 at The Parish Hall, Chelmsford - Theatre at Baddow presents an adaptation of Jane Austen's novel. Left in straitened circumstances when their father dies, the Dashwood girls are forced to move to a Devon cottage, but Aunt Jennings is determined to find husbands for them in London. Marianne, trusting to her sensibilities, falls passionately in love with the dashing Willoughby, while Elinor applies her sense to her feelings for Edward Ferrars who appears to be unattainable.

King Charles | 2 Feb 2015 at Waterfront, Norwich - When you are a classically trained musician who has mastered the guitar, piano, and cello in addition to singing, I guess we can forgive you for taking the stage name King Charles. Real name Charles Costa, this West London indie musician sure brings a lot to the table. In addition to his impressive credentials do you want to hear the best part? He actually writes and performs great music! I'm not the only one to think so. A few years back King Charles became the first English native to win the International Songwriting Competition in Nashville, TN

Count Arthur Strong | 5 Feb 2015 at Norwich Playhouse, Norwich - Count Arthur Strong's new show, 'Command Performance', is so new, not even he knows he's doing it yet. Don't worry about that though, it's never stopped him before! So get your Maltesers out, roll your trouser legs up and sit back and enjoy this potentially wonderful show. Pausing only to glance up from your program to ask when the interval is. I can guarantee you, you'll have never seen anything like it, whatever it is

Kerrang Tour 2015 | 6 Feb 2015 at Norwich UEA, Norwich - Kerrang Tour 2015 at Norwich UEA in Norwich on Friday, 06 February 2015. There's no better feeling that watching your favourite band, team or show live, so BritEvents has come up with the perfect solution for event fans. Let us do the legwork of finding the cheapest ticket prices to see Kerrang Tour 2015 - we compare prices and seats for all Britain's very best events from the UK's most trusted ticketing providers. What are you waiting for? If you don't, someone else will grab those hot tickets before you do!

Phil's Big Comedy Night | 6 Feb 2015 at South Lee sports Hall, South Lee School, Bury St Edmonds - Paddy Lennox "...simply a scream" The Telegraph Irish comedian and actor Paddy Lennox first burst on to stage as a Stand-Up in 2001 only to be interrupted with a couple of comedies at the Shakespeare Globe Theatre and filming in far off lands, before returning to his new found passion

North West

"Damages" Steve Thompson | 31 Jan - 7 Feb 2015 at Bolton Little Theatre, Bolton - Deep in the bowels of a tabloid newspaper office, the clock is ticking with only an hour left before the presses have to roll.A controversial photo of a topless childrens TV star has mysteriously turned up. Who sent it? Why? And is it really all it seems? This sensational photo poses a moral conundrum, exposing deceit, lies and a darker secret that mustnt be revealed at any cost. Is a celebrity entitled to privacy or are they fair game for feeding time at the tabloid zoo? Damages is a witty and contemporary (im)morality tale of power-hungry hacks, suicidal sub-editors and razor-sharp lawyers, trying to put the past and the paper to bed

Personal Regeneration | 6 - 8 Feb 2015 at Purley Chase Centre, Atherstone - What changes in yourself do you want? All sorts of possibilities come to mind. To be mentally healthy and free of anxiety and depression? To have improved self-awareness, self-esteem and self-confidence? To have a better quality of life and relationships, and enhanced sense of well-being? To have discovered more meaning and purpose? Or to have fulfilled ones potential level of practical wisdom and virtue of character? This event is about the deeper aspects of these changes which amount to spiritual growth or what Emanuel Swedenborg calls regeneration. It is the seventh annual weekend course intended to present his core teachings. If you are interested in what factors are relevant to spiritual growth you will probably be aware that different schools of thought offer different ideas about what it amounts to and how it can be brought about

East is East | Today at Opera House Manchester, Manchester - East is East at Opera House Manchester in Manchester on Monday, 26 January 2015. What's the best thing about going to watch East is East live? It's knowing that you've got the best seats at the cheapest online prices with our ticket comparison service. See the list of ticket providers so that you can get the best deal. It's simple, and we don't charge any commission on any tickets you buy through our service

Charlie Simpson | Tomorrow at The Slade Rooms, Wolverhampton - Charlie Simpson has long and varied career behind him despite being just twenty-six. He began as a teenager with pop band Busted, a highly successful act with huge sales and two Brit Awards that paved the way for acts like McFly by showing the potential to bring instruments into boy-bands. Between 2003 and the bands eventual split, Charlie grew tired of Busted and began working on a side-project closer to the music he truly loved. Free from Busted, he could concentrate on Fightstar, a heavier affair liable to shock some previous fans but one adored by the media

King Creosote | Tomorrow at Manchester Academy 2, Manchester - King Creosote at Manchester Academy 2 in Manchester on Tuesday, 27 January 2015. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest King Creosote 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.

North East

LDN Wrestling | 31 Jan 2015 at The Phoenix Theatre, Blyth - The charismatic superstars of the ring are coming to town for a night of family entertainment featuring the top stars of LDN Wrestling. You have seen it on TV, now experience the excitement and atmosphere of LDN Wrestling live - theres absolutely nothing like it! Expect to see all the top names and champions such as British Heavyweight Champion Alan Lee Travis, 35 stone Battling Barbarian Karl Krammer, the mysterious Dark Lord and many more. Boo the bad guys and cheer on your favorites, as you get up close and personal with the rip-roaring action. Post show you will also get the chance to meet the stars and maybe even grab yourself a souvenir or two! See the highest quality, fastest paced, non-stop wrestling action ever seen on these shores - you won't want to miss this fantastic action packed wrestling night out! Doors 7pm, bell time 7

Strictly Come Dancing | 28 Jan 2015 at Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Strictly Come Dancing at Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle upon Tyne on Wednesday, 28 January 2015. We love live events, and we know you love them too. That's why we've created a ticket price comparison service that compares tickets from reputable companies including Ticketmaster, GetMeIn, Viagogo, Seatwave and Stubhub, that does some magic in the database and pulls it all out nicely so you can see who's offering the cheapest ticket prices. So, now there's no more scouring the web for the best deal - the hard work is done for you

Charlie Simpson | 31 Jan 2015 at Fibbers (Barfly York), York - Charlie Simpson has long and varied career behind him despite being just twenty-six. He began as a teenager with pop band Busted, a highly successful act with huge sales and two Brit Awards that paved the way for acts like McFly by showing the potential to bring instruments into boy-bands. Between 2003 and the bands eventual split, Charlie grew tired of Busted and began working on a side-project closer to the music he truly loved. Free from Busted, he could concentrate on Fightstar, a heavier affair liable to shock some previous fans but one adored by the media

Collabro | 31 Jan 2015 at Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate - Collabro at Harrogate International Centre in Harrogate on Saturday, 31 January 2015. We love live events, and we know you love them too. That's why we've created a ticket price comparison service that compares tickets from reputable companies including Ticketmaster, GetMeIn, Viagogo, Seatwave and Stubhub, that does some magic in the database and pulls it all out nicely so you can see who's offering the cheapest ticket prices. So, now there's no more scouring the web for the best deal - the hard work is done for you

Haydn Little Organ Mass | 31 Jan 2015 at Central Methodist Church, York - A choral workshop day working on Haydn's Missa Sanctis Joannis de Deo. Singers are more than welcome and we will give an informal performance at 4.30pm.

Scotland

Van Morrison | Today at Royal Concert Hall Glasgow, Glasgow - Van Morrison is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. Both his live performances and his studio recordings are considered to be inspirational and among the best in the world. He has won 6 Grammy Awards and is inducted into both the 'Rock and Roll' and 'Songwriters Hall of Fame'. His latest album recording was 'Astral weeks, Live at the Hollywood Bowl' in 2009

Amon Amarth | Tomorrow at The Classic Grand, Glasgow - Amon Amarth is a Viking themed melodic death metal band from Tumba in Sweden. The band formed in 1992 taking their name from the Sindarin translation of Mount Doom, a location in J.R.R

Tam O'Shanters Bairns | 28 Jan 2015 at Lanark Memorial Hall, Lanark - An enchanting tale that will draw you into the world of warlocks and witches, Fairy Queens and the struggle between good and evil. Fourteen years after his escape from the witches at Alloa Kirk, the effects of Tams recklessness are still being felt. Dark forces roam the earth and the power of the witches has become stronger than ever. The tail that was torn from Megs rump has become a symbol of power, which will be used by the evil ones to rule the earth

Nipsey Hussle | 29 Jan 2015 at O2 ABC 2 Glasgow, Glasgow - Nipsey Hussle at O2 ABC 2 Glasgow in Glasgow on Thursday, 29 January 2015. What's the best thing about going to watch Nipsey Hussle live? It's knowing that you've got the best seats at the cheapest online prices with our ticket comparison service. See the list of ticket providers so that you can get the best deal. It's simple, and we don't charge any commission on any tickets you buy through our service

TNA Wrestling | 29 Jan 2015 at The Hydro, Glasgow - Live Wrestling - TNA Wrestling playing at The Hydro in Glasgow, Lanarkshire on the Thursday, 29 January 2015. For sports event tickets, see below.

Wales

Jillian Michaels | Today at St David's Hall, Cardiff - Jillian Michaels at St David''s Hall in Cardiff on Monday, 26 January 2015. We love live events, and we know you love them too. That's why we've created a ticket price comparison service that compares tickets from reputable companies including Ticketmaster, GetMeIn, Viagogo, Seatwave and Stubhub, that does some magic in the database and pulls it all out nicely so you can see who's offering the cheapest ticket prices. So, now there's no more scouring the web for the best deal - the hard work is done for you

Blonde | 30 Jan 2015 at Sin City, Swansea - Blonde at Sin City in Swansea on Friday, 30 January 2015. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest Blonde 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.

Sam Bailey | 31 Jan 2015 at St David's Hall, Cardiff - Winner of series ten of The X Factor in 2013, Sam Bailey has gone from strength to strength, and is now in the enviable position of being a highly sought after performing artist. Following her X Factor win, she was the first winner in three years to attain the Christmas number one spot in the music charts with her debut single Skyscraper, as did her debut album, The Power of Love, which was released in March 2014. Born in Bexley in London, Sam previously worked as a prison officer before reaching the dizzy heights of pop fame, and won a £1m recording contract with Simon Cowell's Syco Music label, as well as supporting Beyonce at the beginning of 2014. Time will tell whether she has the longevity to stay at the top of the charts, but with her voice we're sure she's here to stay

Alan Carr | 1 Feb 2015 at Playhouse Theatre, Weston Super Mare - Known as Chatty Man and Spexy Beast, this witty English comedian and personality burst onto TV screens after winning a BBC New Comedy Award in 2001. With two arena tours under his belt, this gay and very camp comedian takes to the stage as he returns on tour. He's also a regular at various festivals, including Reading and Leeds Festivals, Latitude Festival, the Kilkenny Comedy Festival and Live Earth.

Johann Strauss Gala | 1 Feb 2015 at St David's Hall, Cardiff - Johann Strauss Gala at St David's Hall in Cardiff on Sunday, 01 February 2015. There's no better feeling that watching your favourite band, team or show live, so BritEvents has come up with the perfect solution for event fans. Let us do the legwork of finding the cheapest ticket prices to see Johann Strauss Gala - we compare prices and seats for all Britain's very best events from the UK's most trusted ticketing providers. What are you waiting for? If you don't, someone else will grab those hot tickets before you do!



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