What's On Guide W/C April 22

Here is your weekly guide to What's On in entertainment across North Lancashire and Morecambe Bay.

Russell Kane: HyperActive

The popular funnyman’s latest show. SOLD OUT but contact box office for waiting list.

Tuesday, April 23, 8pm, Lancaster Grand

Frankenstein

An imitating the dog and Leeds Playhouse Co-Production, inspired by Mary Shelley’s classic novel.

Wednesday to Saturday April 23-27 at 7:30pm, plus Thurs & Sat matinees, The Dukes, Lancaster

G4 – 20th Anniversary Tour

The ‘Kings of Popera’ and original X-Factor stars celebrate a double decade in the limelight with a spectacular anniversary show.

Thursday April 25, 7:30pm, The Forum, Barrow

Tom Ball – Curtain Call

A show-stopping performance from the Britain’s Got Talent finalist.

Friday, April 26, 7:30pm, Lancaster Grand

Lancaster Comedy Festival

Highlights of the festival include Twitter sensation Sooz Kempner, Ali Brice, Sam Serrano, Sally-Anne Fellows, One Man Arnie and Karl Porter.

The festival is at five venues across the city including The Storey, The Borough, The Jailor’s Barrel, The Gregson Centre and Kanteena. There are 34 shows in total, most of which are free entry, and a couple are £5 to get in.

Friday – Sunday, April 26-28, various Lancaster venues

John Smith

A set from one of the best loved voices in the contemporary British folk scene.

Friday April 26, 7:30pm, Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal

Transmission: Sound of Joy Division

Plus support from Vacant Weekend.

Friday April 26, 7:30pm, Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal (Malt Room)

No Diggity

The ultimate old school 80s and 90s hip-hop night out! Featuring two sets from The Hiphopalippz and DJ sets from DJs Kitsune, Coded & Nafro B.

Friday April 26, 8pm, Kanteena, Lancaster

Wray Scarecrow Festival & Fair

The popular event in the village near Lancaster runs right into the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, ending on Monday May 6, when the annual Fair will take place. This year’s theme is sci-fi.

There’ll be traditional maypole dancing, a fell race, a giant scarecrow parade with the Batala samba drummers, Samba Espirito, the Beyond Radio roadshow, and of course, lots and lots of scarecrows!

Saturday April 27 – Monday May 6, Wray village

Kings of Lyon & The UK Strokes

Two sets of guitar classics from two of the best tributes on the circuit.

Saturday April 27, doors 7pm, Kanteena, Lancaster

Showaddywaddy – 50th Anniversary Tour

A celebration of the greatest hits including ‘Under The Moon of Love’, ‘Three Steps to Heaven’, ‘Hey Rock & Roll’, ‘When’, ‘Blue Moon’ and many more.

Saturday, April 27, 7:30pm, Lancaster Grand

The Red Priest - Antonio Vivaldi's Magnificat and Beatus Vir

Saturday April 27, 7.30pm, Kendal Parish Church

With Levens Choir and the South Lakes Baroque Orchestra.

FARA

A set from the popular Scottish powerhouse quintet.

Saturday April 27, 7.30pm, Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal

Lau 

Traditional Celtic sounds.

Saturday April 27, 7.30pm, Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal (Malt Room)

UVHS Wind Band in Concert with the Royal Marines

The internationally renowned band and the world-famous band of His Majesty's Royal Marines.

Saturday April 27, 7:30pm, The Coro, Ulverston

The Red Priest - Antonio Vivaldi's Magnificat and Beatus Vir

Sunday April 27, 3pm, Lancaster Cathedral

With Levens Choir and the South Lakes Baroque Orchestra.

Jonny & The Baptists: The Happiness Index & 10 Thankless Years

A double bill of two shows in one night, from cult multi-award winning musical-comedians. 

Saturday April 27, 7:45pm, The Dukes, Lancaster