Here's your guide to some of the best things to do in the week ahead:
- Charity Music Night
Folk band The Nameless Three will kickstart the evening, followed by comedy/musical act Doug, with classic rock covers band Blue Sky Rockslide (pictured above) headlining the event. Borehamwood community group The Sunday Club is running a charity fundraising night, in aid of Peace Hospice Care.
St Teresa’s Church Hall, Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Saturday, 22 November, 8pm. Details: lemonrock.com/StTeresasChurchHall
- Dracula
See one of the most iconic figures in fiction as you’ve never seen him before. Mark Bruce’s company of ten exceptional dancers bring Bram Stoker’s haunting, erotic tale to life in a heart wrenching and magical dance theatre production. With an eclectic mix of music from Bach and Mozart to Ligetti and Fred Frith, Bruce explores choreographic styles ranging from the subtlety of classical etiquette to visceral contemporary dance. Winner of the South Bank Sky Award for Dance.
arstdepot, Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, from Tuesday, November 25 to Wednesday, November 26, various times. Details: 020 8369 5454, artsdepot.co.uk
- Live Magic Show
Prepare to be amazed and astounded by some of the most creative magicians around. Featuring Mandy Davis, one of the few female members of the prestigious Inner Magic Circle and Chris Hare ‘The Mind Boggler’, this magic show is really one of a kind.
The Chandos Arms, Colindale Avenue, Edgeware, Thursday, November 27, from 8pm. Details: 020 8200 0032, thechandosarms.com
- Barnet Christmas Street Fair
If you’re looking for a family feelgood day out, head along to the much-loved annual street faire in Barnet. Starting with the mayor’s loud and colourful procession, the day will continue with more than 100 stalls lining the High Street, as well as a craft fair, which is a must for all those Christmas presents. There will also be artwork on display and entertainment from the Children’s Christmas Show, a Punch and Judy show, music, choirs, dancing, a giant bouncy reindeer, Father Christmas and a children’s funfair.
Various venues in Barnet, December 7, from 12noon. Details: 020 8441 5010, thebulltheatre.com, barnetarts.org.uk
- East Finchley Arts Fair
More than 30 artists will be showcasing their artwork, ranging from ceramics and paintings to jewellery and photographs. This is a great opportunity to cross some names off your Christmas list. Refreshments are also available. Donations to Ambitious about Autism can be given at this event as well.
Treehouse School, Woodside Avenue, Muswell Hill, from Saturday, November 22 to Sunday, November 23, from 11am to 5pm on both days. Details: 020 8369 6850, ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk
For a full list of events, see the Just the Ticket pages in this week's Times Series newspapers in print or online here.
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