1. Cityread

Geoff Barrett will present a talk on the history of Punch and Judy and will consider use of Mr Punch in Ben Aaronovitch’s 2015 Cityread book, Rivers of London. Geoff will then perform an adults-only Punch and Judy show, including some of the more controversial characters from its past.

Chipping Barnet Library, Stapylton Road, Barnet, Friday, April 17, 7pm. Details: 020 8359 4040, barnet.gov.uk

2. Hot Mikado

Finchley and Friern Barnet Operatic Society presents this fun-filled retelling of Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, The Mikado.

Intimate Theatre, Palmers Green, Green Lanes, until April 18, 7.45pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm. Details: 07956 304947, ffbos.com

3. Red Riding Hood

A fresh twist on the well-known fairy tale is brought to the stage by Norwich Puppet Theatre Company. Prepare for a feast of visual innovation and extraordinary puppetry with original music and song.

artsdepot, Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, Sunday, April 19, 11am and 2pm. Details: 020 8369 5454, artsdepot.co.uk

4. London Klezmer Quartet 

Join these talented musicians on a Jewish musical odyssey from Eastern Europe to Australia. Soulful renditions of songs old and new are presented by Ilana Cravitz, fiddle, Susi Evans, clarinet, Josh Middleton, accordion, and Rupert Gillett, double bass.

artsdepot, Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, Sunday, April 19, 12.15pm. Details: 020 8369 5454, artsdepot.co.uk

5. Aviva Leeman

The Royal College of Art graduate’s exhibition marks the final project in the Hasler Gallery’s Museum of Domestic Design and Architecture commission. Her show is inspired by a fascination with language within the retail industry, and in part draws on the character of the gallery itself, which is set in a 1930s retail arcade.

Hasler Gallery, Grand Arcade, North Finchley, until April 30, Thursday and Friday, noon to 6pm, Saturday, noon to 4pm. Details: 020 3490 7450, mynorthfinchley.co.uk