There's a choice of quality music, comedy, theatre and more coming up in this region in the next few days...
9. Musical theatre
Hairspray, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, until February 5. Welcome to the 60s, where everyone’s grooving to a brand-new sound and Tracy Turnblad, who has big hair, a big heart and big dreams to dance her way onto national TV, and into the heart of teen idol Link Larkin. Visit royalandderngate.co.uk to book.
10. Music
Harriet, The Stables, Wavendon, February 12. Frequently championed by BBC Radio 2, Harriet’s music draws inspiration from the warmth of the 1960s and 70s soundscape, and her voice is frequently said to be reminiscent of Karen Carpenter. Visit stables.org to book.