Ten of the best things to do in and around Northampton in the next seven days

1 THEATREAbigail’s Party, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, March 4 to 9Jodie Prenger leads the cast in Abigail’s Party, Mike Leigh’s groundbreaking classic. One of Britain’s most celebrated comedies, Abigail’s Party sees Beverly and her husband Laurence throwing a party for their newly-wed neighbours, Tony and Angela. Joining them is highly strung Susan, who’s been banished from the party of her teenage daughter Abigail. Details: royalandderngate.co.uk

2 THEATREHalf a Sixpence, Castle Theatre, Wellingborough, March 5 to 9Wellingborough Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society presents this popular musical comedy. The show was first produced in London’s West End in 1963, starring Tommy Steele, before becoming a hit on Broadway in 1965 and a success on the big screen in 1967. Songs include Flash Bang Wallop, She’s Too Far Above Me and A Proper Gentleman.Details: castletheatre.co.uk

3 MUSICShakin’ Stevens: Greatest Hits And More, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, March 2Shakin’ Stevens will be joined by his band to perform fan favourites, surprises and, of course, his much-loved hits including Oh Julie, Hot Dog and This Ole House.Details: royalandderngate.co.uk

4 THEATREAn Evening With Brian Blessed, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, March 3Brian Blessed is known for his hearty, king-sized portrayals on film and television. Spend an evening in the company of this giant of a man accompanied by an eloquent wit and booming, operatic voice as he talks about his remarkable career.Details: royalandderngate.co.uk

5 THEATREDr Michael Mosley, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, March 1Dr Michael Mosley has changed tens of thousands of lives with his award-winning programmes and international bestselling books. The man behind the 5:2 Diet, will explode common health myths and offer fascinating insights into the workings of the human body.Details: royalandderngate.co.uk

6 THEATREThe Remains of the Day, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, until March 16Nobel Prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro’s literary masterpiece has entranced generations as a novel and an acclaimed Merchant Ivory film. Now transformed for the first time into an exquisite stage play by one of Britain’s most exciting young writers, it receives its world premiere at Royal & Derngate before embarking on a major national tour. The play stars Niamh Cusack and Stephen Boxer in the lead roles. A deeply atmospheric drama about time and memory, loneliness and longing, The Remains of the Day depicts the morally-compromised truth behind a world of manicured gardens, formal dinners and grand houses. As the fires rage through England during and after the Second World War, we get an intimate glimpse into one man’s half-lived life, realised too late.Details: royalandderngate.co.uk

7 MUSICWalk Like a Man, The Core at Corby Cube, March 2The award-winning tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons combines infectious personalities, powerful vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia.Details: www.thecorecorby.com

8 ART2019 Graduate Show, NN Contemporary Art, Guildhall Road, Northampton, until March 23See striking work from potential future stars of the art world. Details: nncontemporaryart.org

9 MUSICKast Off Kinks, The Core at Corby Cube, March 1Former members of the legendary band play the songs that made them a household name. Details: www.thecorecorby.com

10 THEATREForbidden Nights, The Deco, Northampton, March 1The male variety and circus act blends acrobatic skills with finely-honed physiques, showcasing stunt-orientated routines and explosive choreography.Details: www.thedeco.co.uk