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Throughout Mar
TONGUES ON FIRE: ASIAN WOMEN'S FILM FESTIVAL
An annual film festival in its 9th year celebrating the excellence, performance and achievements of Asian women in cinema and a previewing films: Provoked & Hiding Divya, Dor, Nina's Heavenly Delights, No More Tears Sister & Of Such Times (The Modern Indian Woman). Plus refreshments. Venue: Various. Adm: Varies. Info: info@tonguesonfire.com /  www.tonguesonfire.com

Now - 28 Mar
THE BEAUTY SHOP
Following the critically acclaimed West India Front Room we visit the beauty shop that explores the practices and ideas relating to the maintenance of the black body. Venue: 198, Contemporary Arts and Learning, 198 Railton Rd, London SE24 0JT.Info: 0207 078 8309.

Now - 29 Mar
SINNERS, SCROUNGERS, SAINT: LONE MOTHERS PAST & PRESENT
Addressing the ways in which lone mothers have been represented over time, with stories of lone mothers from 1700 to the present day, the exhibition challenges perceptions and questions stereotypes. Venue: The Women's Library, London Metropolitan University, 25 Old Castle Street, London E1 7NT. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222 / moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk

Now - 29 Mar
HOUSE OF AGNES
After 40 years in London, Agnes is retiring and moving back to Ghana. Her final wish is for her sons to live together under the same roof when she is gone. But her eldest, Sol, is living with a girlfriend Agnes loathes and he won't move home until Agnes accepts her. Venue: Oval House Theatre, 52-54 Kennington Oval, London, SE11 5SW (tube /rail: Oval (Northern Line & Vauxhall (Victoria Line & BR, 15 mins). 7.45pm. Adm: £12, conc £6. Info: 0207 582 7680.

Now - 30 Mar
THE PROVOKED WIFE
Restoration frolics meet contemporary cool in this stylish revival of Vanbrughs The Provoked Wife. Camarilla replace 17th Century dandies with highly paid footballers, and beautiful ladies desperate to be their WAGS. Venue: The Courtyard Theatre, Hoxton, 40 Pitfield St, London, N1 6EU. 7.30pm. Adm: £14, conc £12. Info: 0870 163 0717.

Now - 30 Mar
MY NAME IS BILL
Bill is a successful broker whose life falls apart after the stock crash of the 1920's. As a result, Bill and his wife, Lois, must come to grips with his depression and downward spiralling alcoholism. Venue: Barons Court, The Curtain's Up, 28a Comeragh Road, London, W14 9HR. 7.30pm. Adm: £12. Info: 0208 932 4747.

Now - 31 Mar
MARGRETA STOLEN
Norwegian artist Margreta exhibits a range of solo works at the trafalgar hotel's exquisite upper and lower rockwell bar. Venue: Ttrafalgar hotel, 2 Spring Gardens, Trafalgar Square, SW1 2TS. 8am-midnight. Info: 0207 870 2900.

Now - 19 Apr
SECRETS
India lives in a large, luxurious house and seems to have it all, but her parents are so busy worrying about themselves she thinks they have forgotten about her. A play about two very different girls who form an unlikely friendship. Venue: Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB. 7pm, mats 2pm. Adm: £12.50, conc £15.50 Info: 0208 543 4888.

Tues 4 - 30 Mar
THE PROVOKED WIFE
Restoration frolics meet contemporary cool in this stylish revival of Vanbrughs. Venue: The Courtyard Theatre, Hoxton, 40 Pitfield St., London, N1 6EU. 7.30pm. Adm: £14, conc £12.Info: 0870 163 0717.

Fri 7 Mar - 12 Apr
RANDOM
Death never used to be for the young. You get up. You go 'bout your business. You expect to come back. An urgent new play by one of Britain's most exciting new playwrights, Debbie Tucker Green. Venue: Jerwood Theatre (Downstairs), Royal Court, Sloane Square, London SW1 8AS. 7.30pm. Adm: £15, £10, concs £5, £10. Info: 0207 565 5000 / royalcourttheatre.com

Fri 7 Mar - 5 May
HAWKINS & CO
More than 70 art works by fifteen UK-based and international contemporary artists. Each piece explores the transatlantic African-Caribbean diaspora in the wake of Elizabethan naval commander Sir John Hawkins, whose 16th-century voyages pioneered Britain's slave trade. Venue: Contemporary Urban Centre, 41-51 Greenland Street, Liverpool UK L1 0BS. Tues - Sun, 11am - 6pm Adm: Free. Info: 0151 708 3530.

Sat 8 Mar - Jun
REAL AND IMAGINED WOMEN
The museum's collection of paintings by Tottenham artist Beatrice Offor. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, Tottenham, London N17 8NU. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Wed 12 Mar - 22 Jun
ALISON WATT: PHANTOM
Watt is the seventh National Gallery Associate Artist and the youngest in the scheme's history. This exhibition comprising of 6 large scale works which were inspired by works from the Gallery's permanent collection marks the end of her two year period at the Gallery. Venue: The National Gallery, London. Adm: Free.

Thurs 13 - 29 Mar
SINNERS, SCROUNGERS, SAINTS: LONE MOTHERS PAST & DATE:
Join a free guided tour of Sinners, Scroungers, Saints; and take a taster tour of The Women's Library Reading Room. No need to book just turn up. Venue: The Women's Library, London Metropolitan University, 25 Old Castle Street, London, E1 7NT. 12pm or 6.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222.

Fri 14 Mar - 1 Jun
ALCHEMY ARTIST: ILANA HALPERIN
Bringing together new artworks and Museum collections, Ilana Halperin reveals the human stories and amazing events hidden in rocks and fossils. Venue: Manchester Museum, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL. Adm: Free. Info: 0161 306 1583 / www.manchester.ac.uk/museum

Sat 15 Mar, 5, 19 Apr, 3 May
SUPPORTING THE PROCESS
Spread the Word Writing Course aimed at women writers and run by professional Life Coach Jackee Holder. by 18 February 08. Venue: The Women's Library, LMU, Old Castle Street. E1 7NT.8, 10.30am - 4pm. Adm: £80, conc £50. Info: abi@spreadtheword.org.uk

Mon 17-18 Mar
THE WEDDING DANCE
An alluring theatrical mix of sizzling salsa, infectious beats and powerful drama the show is a contemporary drama that taps into the nation's burgeoning passion for Latin dance. Venue: Poole Lighthouse Centre for the Arts, Kingland Road, Poole, BH15. 7.30pm. Adm: £15.50. Info: 08700 668 701.

Mon 17 - 22 Mar
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
In a Jewish village in Czarist Russia dairyman Tevye (Joe McGann) is doing his best to preserve tradition in the face of a changing world, but when his daughters refuse the matchmaker's advice and marry for love, Tevye must choose between their happiness and those beloved traditions. Venue: Malvern Theatres, Grange Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 3HB. 8pm, mat 2.30pm. Adm: £20.50 - £28.50 (Under 25's £8). Info: 01684 892 277.

Tues 18 Mar
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. musical guest Barb Jungr. Venue: The Riverhead Theatre, Victoria Road, Louth. 7.30pm. Adm: £11-£12. Info: 01507 600 350.

Tues 18 Mar
STILL WE RISE!
Celebrating and supporting our sisters in the rape crisis sector. Invitation to mark International Women's Day with a reception to launch our new research on the state of the rape crisis sector in England and Wales. Venue: Directory of Social Change, 24 Stephenson Way, London NW1 2DP. 5pm - 7pm. Info: 0207324 3030.

Tues 18 Mar
THE CUCKOO TEAPOT
Every autumn, the breweries in Burton-on-Trent took young farmworkers from Norfolk (the Norkies) to help malt their barley. At the end of the season in June, the labourers returned, usually with a large Staffordshire teapot to their Mums.But this new play by Kate Griffin is the story of one young man who brought home a baby instead. Venue: Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Road, Brentwood, CM15 8AG. 8pm. Adm: £10 - £15. Info: 01277 200 305.

Wed 19 Mar
KATE WILLIAMS
An award winning pianist Kate has been making quite a name for her self as both a performer and composer/arranger. Venue: 606 Club, 90 Lots Road, London SW10 0QD. Info: 0207 352 5953.

Wed 19 Mar
ZOË SWARZ TRIO
Melodic contemporary jazz singer. Venue: Djanogly Concert, Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 5.45pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Wed 19 Mar
QUADRILLE DANCE WORKSHOP
Quadrille dance is part of the legacy of slavery; first developed to mock slave owners with elaborate costumes and gestures. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, 1 Philip Lane, Tottenham, N15 4JA. 2.30-3.30pm. Info: 0208 489 2537.

Thurs 20 Mar
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Carol Grimes. Venue: The Met Arts Centre, Market Street, Bury, Lancs . 8pm. Adm: £10-£12. Info: 0161 761 2216.

Fri 21 Mar
SHAZIA MIRZA LIVE
Mirzia makes a welcome return to The Drum and kicks off the spring season's Café Masti with a sparkling new stand up comedy show. The star of BBC 3's hit F*** Off I'm A Hairy Women introduces new characters, stories about Primark and her brand new hobby, stalking! Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6 4UU. 7.30pm. Adm: £10, conc £8 adv, £15 on the door.

Fri 21 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
This event will include a speech on the meaning of International Women's Day highlighted by role models describing their life. A light buffet brunch will be provided. Venue: Ealing Centre for Independent Living, 1 Bayham Road, West Ealing, W13 0TQ. 10.30am - 1pm. Info: 07738 802 688 / bme@royaldeaf.org.uk

Fri 21-22 Mar
THE WEDDING DANCE
An alluring theatrical mix of sizzling salsa, infectious beats and powerful drama the show is a contemporary drama that taps into the nation's burgeoning passion for Latin dance. Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich, NR3 1AB. 7.30pm. Adm: £17.50. Info: 01603 598 598.

Fri 21, 22 & 23 Mar
DWELE
Grammy Award nominated Detroit soul phenomenon & of "The Truth" , "Tainted" & " I Think I Love You" fame. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: Info: 0870 060 3777.

Sat 22 Mar
IN CELEBRATION OF MY SISTERS
International Women's Month Concert celebrating Women, now in its 12th year. This is a family show with over 14 artists on stage featuring Llewella Gideon, Yolanda Brown, Brenda Emmanus with Special Appearances by Alexander O'Neal and Peter Hunningale. Venue: Royal Festival Hall, Southbank, London SE1. 7.30pm. Adm: from £23. Info: 0871 663 2500.

Sat 22 Mar
CLUB CLASS
Now in its third successful year and written by a headline 'Comedy Store' and 'Jongleurs' comedian who was an ex airline pilot, this comedy musical is a real belly laugh experience aimed at adults! Venue: South Hill Park & Wilde Theatre, Ringmead, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7PA. 8pm. Adm: £12. Info: 01344 484 858 / www.southhillpark.org.uk

Sat 22 Mar
COMEDY MIX: ANNETTE FAGON
Wayne 'Dibbi' Rollins & his inimitable take on the ghetto drag act. Wayne's joined by Upfront signing Annette Fagon (currently seen interviewing an animated dog in the Churchill Insurance TV ads). Venue: Rich Mix Studios, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, 8pm. London. Info: 0207 613 7498.

Sun 23 Mar
NZINGA DANCE ENSEMBLE CONCERT
Move your feet to rhythms from Africa and the Caribbean. All welcome. Please arrive early to ensure a place. Venue: Gallery Square, The Horniman Public Museum & Public Park Trust. 100 London Road, London SE23 3PQ. 3pm - 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 699 1872.

Tues 24-29 Mar
THE WEDDING DANCE
An alluring theatrical mix of sizzling salsa, infectious beats and powerful drama the show is a contemporary drama that taps into the nation's burgeoning passion for Latin dance. Venue: Exeter Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4QB. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. Adm: £12-£20. Info: 01392 493 493.

Tues 25 Mar
JO DOOLAN
Doolan lists Cleo Lane as one of her main inspirations and this is evident in her high energy, swinging, renditions of the classic Jazz standard. An actress by training this award winning vocalist with her powerful voice and direct approach looks set for a successful career on the UK vocal scene. Venue: 606 Club, 90 Lots Road, London SW10 0QD. Info: 0207 352 5953.

Tues 25 - 30 Mar
ROMEO AND JULIET
Tracing its origins back as far as 1609, Stuttgart Ballet was raised to international prominence during the early 1960's. Venue: London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4ES. Adm: £20 - £75. Info: 0844 412 4300.

Tues 25 - 30 Mar
THE DATING GAME
Exploits of a 30-something bachelor who tries to find love - with the help of his great aunt - through a dating agency. Things, however, do not go exactly to plan and he finds out that the dating game is not as easy as it seems. Starring Sarah Barker, Aimee Craft, Ellie Frost, Vicky Hope, Amelia Marchant, Antonia Oliver and Simon Pennicott. Venue: Rosemary Branch, 2 Shepperton Road, London N1 3DT. 7.30pm. Adm: £10. Info: 0207 704 6665.

Tues 25 Mar - 11 Apr
THE TEMPEST
Shipwrecked on a magical island & surrounded by spirits, the Italian kings & princes must face the scheming magician Prospero, wronged Duke of Milan. Venue: Bridewell Theatre, Bride Lane, Fleet Street, London EC4Y 8EQ. 1pm. Adm: £5. Info: 0207 353 3331 / www.bridewelltheatre.org/

Wed 26 Mar
JULIE MCKEE TRIO
Vocalist performs classic jazz from 1940s & '50s. Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 5.15pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Thurs 27 Mar
LET'S TALK BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE & NETWORKING EVENT
A roundtable event to showcase best practice in BAME business and empower entrepreneurs to improve competitiveness and develop new opportunities to improve the business environment in which they operate. Speakers: Patrick Fredrick, Alukemi Atijosan and Pinki. Venue: 30 Millbank, London SW1P 4DP. 6pm - 9pm. Info: 0207 544 1010 / 07956 902 487.

Thurs 27 Mar
THE TOWERS OF TREBIZOND ROSE MACAULAY
The reading group is a welcoming and informal place to discuss a wealth of work by women writers. Please feel free to attend occasionally or regularly. Read the book and come to share your thoughts. Venue: The Women's Library, London Metropolitan University, 25 Old Castle Street, London E1 7NT. 6.45pm. Adm: £5 (includes refreshments). Info: 0207 320 2222.

Thurs 27 Mar
SRISHTI
Nina Rajarani Dance Creations presents Play Ball using traditional Bharatanatyam dance and Karnatic music by famed composer Y Yadavan. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6 4UU. 7.30pm. Adm: £8, conc £6.

Thurs 27 Mar
TONY ALLEN
Afrobeat originato, perhaps the greatest drummer who has ever lived. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: Info: 0870 060 3777.

Thurs 27 Mar - 10 Apr
LONDON LESBIAN & GAY FILM FESTIVAL 2008
Now in its 21st year, The London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival presents a strong and eclectic programme of feature films, shorts, artists' film and video and experimental work, as well as a whole host of discussions and special events. Adm: Varies. Info: 0207 928 3232 / www.llgff.org.uk

Thurs 27 Mar - 26 Apr
CONTAINS VIOLENCE
At the centre of the tale are two windows - what happens behind the others might be trickier to control. A man and a woman work late. They don't yet know it but they are connected: And when they meet it is not likely to go well. Suitable for ages 15 plus. Venue: The Lyric, 8a Great Newport Street, London WC2H 7JB. 8pm. Adm: £9 - £15. Info: 08700 500 511 / www.lyric.co.uk

Fri 28 & 29 Mar
JOHN SCOFIELD TRIO
World famous Jazz Fusion guitarist. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Fri 28 & 29 Mar
LUCY PORTER'S LOVE-IN
Lucy invites you to her love-in where we'll examine every aspect of that crazy little thing called love. is romantic love more important than familial love, platonic love or religious love? Venue: Arts Theatre, 6-7 Great Newport Street, London WC2H 7JB. 9.30pm. Adm: £14, £12. Info: 0844 847 1608 / www.artstheatrelondon.com

Fri 28 Mar - 26 Apr
BLISS
A wild and slippery fantasy that explores our insatiable appetite for private lives made public, as a cashier and her fellow workers flick through celebrity gossip magazines on a break. Venue: Jerwood Theatre (Upstairs), Royal Court, Sloane Square, London SW1 8AS. 7.45pm & 4pm. Adm: £15, (Mon £10 all seats), concs £7.50, £10. Info: 0207 565 5000.

Sat 29 Mar
MAJAGUA
Trio perform South American folk and Afro-Colombian rhythms and songs feat. Martha Acosta on guitar & vocals, and Claudia Silva on sax & flute. Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 5.45pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Sat 29 Mar
LOTTIE CHILD, ARTIST
In this special urban exploration tour, learn to engage with Aldgate's private and public spaces with artist Lottie Child, who has produced guides for active engagement with urban places. Venue: Aldgate East, London. 2pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207845 4600.

Sat 29 Mar
THE BIG BALLET
The Big Ballet breaks all common notions of what choreography should be like. Each ballerina weighing more than 100 kilos - was enrolled into the new dance team. Many of those auditioning were ordinary women who were tired of the taunts about their size and were suffering from low self-esteem. Venue: Palace Theatre, Alcester Street, Redditch, Worcs, B98 8AE. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Adm: £16.50. Info: 01527 65203.

Sat 29 Mar & 11 Apr
SIGNIFICANT SISTERS: KEY FICTION, KEY THEMES
Led by writer and lecturer, Lynn Knight, author of the biography Clarice Cliff, this two-day course will discuss two unforgettable anti-heroines via Margaret Atwood's Alias Grace and Edith Wharton's Custom of the Country. Including tea & coffee. Venue: The Women's Library, east London. 10.30am-3.30pm. Adm: £45 concs £35. Info: 0207 320 2222 / moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk

Mon 31 Mar - 3 Apr
CARLOS ACOSTA
Renowned for combining Cuban passion with remarkable technical virtuosity, Carlos Acosta has enthralled audiences of all ages, and is regarded as one of the greatest dancers of his generation. Venue: London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4ES. Adm: £20-£75. Info: 0844 412 4300.

Tues 1 Apr
THE LADY OF BURMA
Richard Shannon, writer and director of The Lady of Burma, in discussion with Liana Gould, who plays Jung San Suu Kyi and speakers from the Burma Campaign UK. Venue: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, London W1. 7pm. Adm: £5, conc £3. Info: 0870 429 6883.

Tues 1-5 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guests Sandi Russell, Barb Jung and Carol Grimes. Venue: Crucible Theatre Studio, Norfolk Street, Sheffield. 7.45pm. Adm: £12. Info: 0114 249 6000.

Tues 1 - 19 Apr
WEDDING DAY AT THE CRO-MAGNONS
As the bombs fall in Lebenon, the Cro-Magnon family prepare for their daughter's wedding feast. There's a main course that won't die, a bride who cannot stay awake and the small matter of an absent bride groom. Venue: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, London W1. 7.30pm, mats 3pm. Adm: £10-£20. Info: 0870 429 6883.

Wed 2-4 Apr
THE WEDDING DANCE
An alluring theatrical mix of sizzling salsa, infectious beats and powerful drama the show is a contemporary drama that taps into the nation's burgeoning passion for Latin dance. Venue: Bracknell South Hill Park, Ringmead, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7PA. 7.30pm. Adm: £14. Info: 01344 484 123.

Thurs 3 - 5 Apr
JANEY GODLEY
Broadway playwright, best-selling author and award-winning stand-up returns with her new five-star sell-out show. Venue: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, London W1. 7.30pm, mats 3pm. Adm: £12, conc £12. Info: 0870 429 6883.

Fri 4 Apr
THE APPLES
Israel's best music export now signed on Freestyle records launch their new album. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £10 adv / £15 door. Info: 0870 060
3777.

Fri 4 - 7 Apr
PUSH
PUSH returns to London following a European tour and sold out performances in New York and at Sadler's Wells. The critically acclaimed production features four works, including Two, a dazzling solo in which Guillem performs within a box of light. Venue: London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4ES. Adm: £20 - £75. Info: 0844 412 4300.

Fri 4 - 26 Apr
AS YOU LIKE IT
A comedy about love. Rosalind sees Orlanda fight a wrestling match and it's love at first sight, but before she can pursue him she's forced to run for her life - disguised as a man. Venue: Watford Palace Theatre, Clarendon Rd, Watford WD17 1JZ. 7.30pm. Info: 01923 225 671.

Sat 5 Apr
FLAMENCO EXPRESS
Flamenco is music, sex and history all rolled into one and invites audiences to experience a fiery expression of the human spirit. Venue: artsdepot, 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, London N12 0GA (getting there-tube: Finchley Central, Woodside Park (Northern Line). 8pm. Adm: £15, conc £13. Info: 0208 369 5454.

Sat 5 Apr
COMEDY CENTRAL
Natalie Haynes leads a masterclass on comedy giving writers and performers an overview of  the comedy industry and a chance to explore the cross-over's with theatre-writing. There will be a mix of practical exercises, a Q and A with guest contributors and constructive feedback. Venue: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, London W1. 11am - 6pm. Adm: £75, conc £50. Info: 0870 429 6883.

Sat 5 Apr
DENNIS ROLLINS
Winner of the  BBC Radio 3's Jazz Line Up Award for Best Band 2006. Support from Muntu Valdo. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £17.50 adv / £20 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Sun 6 Apr
NATIONAL SPONSORED WALK & FUN RUN
BAPS is an international UN affiliated charity organisation committed to sincerely serving the world by caring for individuals, families and communities through its multifarious humanitarian activities. This year's BAPS National Sponsored Walk & Fun Run is in conjunction with Diabetes UK. Venue: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, 105-119 Brentfield Road, Neasden, London NW10 8LD. 9am. Adm: Free. Info: Prakash Patel 0208 965 2651 /info@bapswalk.org

Mon 7 Apr
ERIKA ROSE
With support from Om'Mas. Critically acclaimed singer songwriter and Sa Ra creative partners co-founder. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £15 adv / £20 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Mon 7- 9 Apr
THE WEDDING DANCE
An alluring theatrical mix of sizzling salsa, infectious beats and powerful drama the show is a contemporary drama that taps into the nation's burgeoning passion for Latin dance. Venue: Bury St Edmunds Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1RQ.  7.30pm, Wed mat 2pm. Adm: £7-£20.50. Info: 01284 769 505.

Wed 9 Apr
AUTHENTICITY AND ICON
Dr Karen Exell, Curator of Egyptology at The Manchester Museum discusses past and future practices in Ancient Egypt displays in Manchester. Venue: Manchester Museum, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, M13 9PL. 3pm-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0161 306 1583 / www.manchester.ac.uk/museum

Wed 9 Apr
DIANE REEVES
Arguably jazz's successor to the great lineage of Ella and Sarah Vaughan, Diane's voice is an instrument that celebrated itself through its sheer power. Venue: Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS. 7.30pm. Adm: £10 - £50. Info: 0845 120 7550.

Wed 9 Apr
YOLANDA BROWN
Uo-and-coming saxophonist with unique sound, mixing classic jazz tones with a twist of R&B and funk. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: Info: 0870 060 3777.

Wed 9 - 12 Apr
CARLOS ACOSTA: CARLOS IN CUBA
The evening features contemporary Cuban works, followed by Tocororo Suite, containing all the highlights from the original production and featuring 18 dancers together with a live Cuban band. Venue: London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4ES. Adm: £20 - £75. Info: 0844 412 4300.

Wed 9 - 12 Apr
CATTLE CALL
A work of live dance and music/visual theatre, Cattle Call an explosive theatrical event that will challenge and entertain. Venue: West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds. 7.30pm & 2pm Sat. Adm: £11 - £23.50 Info: 0113 213 7700 / www.wyp.org.uk

Thurs 10 Apr
HORACE ANDY WITH THE DUB ASANTE BAND
Album launch for legendary roots reggae singer and the voice of Massive Attack. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £20 adv / £25 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Sat 12 Apr
SARAVAH SOUL
Exploding out of the rich cultural mix in the melting-pot of London¹s underground music scene comes the Sofrito Tropical sessions - covering the best in Hot Tropical Music from Africa, the Caribbean and South America. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden Town, London NW1 7PG. 11 - 2am. Adm: £10 adv, £12 door. Info: 0870 060 3777 / www.jazzcafe.co.uk

Sat 12 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Barb Jungr and comedian Arnold Brown. Venue: Stratford Circus, Theatre Square, London E15. 8pm. Adm: £10-£12. Info: 0208 279 1015.

Mon 12 Apr
100 MOTHERS MOVEMENT LAUNCH
100MM focusing on the education and self development of the community. Join us to celebrate the African woman. Venue: Walthamstow, London E17. 4pm-8pm. Info: 07932 435 118.

Sun 13 Apr
BETTYE LAVETTE
Welcome return for  one of the supreme voices in soul music. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £20 adv / £25 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Sun 13 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Sandi Russell. Venue: Hull Truck Theatre, Spring Street, Hull. 7.30pm. Adm: £12. Info: 01482 323638.

Tues 15 Apr
MAVIS STAPLES
With Jhelisa: Down in Mississippi. A glorious baptism of deep-rooted and uplifting gospel from a bonafide music legend. Jhelisa and her three piece band include jazz pianist Robert Mitchell. Venue: Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS. 7.30pm. Adm: £15 - £22.50. Info: 0845 120 7550.

Tues 15 Apr
TRAPPED
Dance theatre featuring haunting film and captivating music. Trapped is a playful and witty modern day fairytale, telling the story of a young girl and her mother caught in a life ruled by routine. One day, the mother fails to return home. The daughter sets off on a journey to find her. Venue: The Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft South, Bolton. BL1 1SB. 7pm. Adm: £6, conc £4. Info: 01204 520661 / www.octagonbolton.co.uk

Tues 15 Apr - 3 May
LETTING GO BY RUKHSANA AHMAD
A heartbreaking story of life, love and loss in a strange country. On a freezing dark Dover night, Abbas is haunted by a brother he can't forget and keeps a lonely vigil watching the ships come and go. But amidst his sorrow, the woman who taught him a new language now also teaches him a new way to love. Venue: Oval House Theatre, 52-54 Kennington Oval, London, SE11 5SW.7.45pm. Adm: £12, conc £6. Info: 0207 582 7680.

Wed 16-18 Apr
SHARON JONES & THE DAPKINGS
Arguably the mightiest live funk and soul revue play their new album. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £25 adv / £30 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Wed 16 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Barb Jungr. Venue: The Theatre, Spring Street, Chipping Norton. 8pm. Adm: £10-£12. Info: 01608 642350.

Thurs 17 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Barb Jungr. Venue: Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Swindon. 7.30pm. Adm: £12 plus conc. Info: 01793 614837.

Fri 18 Apr
RUBY TURNER
Born in Jamaica-born Ruby moved to Birmingham from the West Indies aged nine. Her career to date has always had unexpected twists and turns but with major tours, TV and theatre appearances, and a new Album just out, the future continues to look positive. Venue: The Brook, 466 Portswood Road, Portswood, Southampton SO17 3SD. Adm: £18. Info: 0238 055 5366.

Sat 19 Apr
NINA CONTI
Award-winning Stand-up and Ventriloquist, Nina Conti with her long-awaited full-length solo show. Venue: artsdepot, 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, London N12 0GA. 8pm. Adm: £15, conc £13. Info: 0208 369 5454.

Sat 19 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Carol Grimes. Venue: Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester. 8pm. Adm: £13. Info: 01905 611427.

Mon 21 Apr
UNLOCK - MAJORA CARTER
Majora Carter, artist, environmental advocate, urban planner and founding director of Sustainable South Bronx, New York. In looking at environmental and economic projects, she is looking to inspire solutions in similar areas around the world, including London. Venue: Lecture Theatre, Courtauld Institute Somerset House Courtyard, London WC2. 6.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207845 4600 / www.somersethouse.org.uk

Mon 21 Apr
LJILJANA BUTTLER & MOSTVAR SEVDAH REUNION
Bosnian traditional music  (called sevdah) at it's best. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £20 adv / £25 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Mon 21- 25 Apr
ALTERNATIVE FASHION WEEK
The event for new designers to be discovered. Fabulous fashion shows at 1.15pm daily featuring over 70 original and creative collections, everything from the sublime to sensational. Plus loads to see or purchase daily in the Fashion Market (12noon-3pm). Venue: Spitalfields Traders Market, Crispin Place, Brushfield Street. E1. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 375 0441.

Tues 22 - 24 Apr
WELL-BEING WEEK
Exercise your body and mind in this joint event. Activities include belly dancing, blood pressure checks, massages and food tasting. Venue: Museum, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, M13 9PL. 12pm - 2pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0161 306 1583 / www.sport.manchester.ac.uk/healthfitness

Tues 22 - 24 Apr
OTHELLO
A timeless human drama of love and passion, jealousy and intrigue. Shakespeare's most exciting tragedy is directed by Glenda Abbott. Venue: Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Road, Brentwood, CM15 8AG. 8pm. Adm: £10, conc £8. Info: 01277 200 305.

Tues 22, 23 & 24 Apr
RAKIM
Long awaited return for the most famed Hip Hop MC in the world. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £27.50 adv / £35 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Thurs 24 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Sandi Russell. Venue: Gala Theatre. Millennium Place, Durham. 7.30pm. Adm: £12-£13. Info: 0191 332 4041.

Thurs 24 Apr
CLUB CLASS
Join a cast of four who play all the cabin crew, passengers and baggage handlers on a charter flight of fun to Portugal. Now in its third successful year and written by a headline 'Comedy Store' and 'Jongleurs' comedian who was an ex airline pilot, this comedy musical is a real belly laugh experience aimed at adults! Venue: Harlequin, Warwick Quadrant, London Road, Redhill, RH1 1NN. 8pm. Adm: £12. Info: 01737 765547 / www.harlequin-theatre.co.uk

Thurs 24 Apr
CELEBRATING WOMEN IN MUSIC
A celebration of the best female talent. Features accomplished national artists and renowned international performers, providing the perfect opportunity to experience and share the rich cultural diversity in the communities. Venue: Seven Arts, 31 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, Leeds. 7pm. Adm: £9-£20. Info: 0113 262 6777 / info@sevenleeds.co.uk

Thurs 24 Apr - 10 May
DINA MARTINA
Packed with ludicrous song and dance, overburdened costumes and video. Venue: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, London W1. 9.30pm. Adm: £10 - £17.50. Info: 0870 429 6883

Fri 25 Apr
MOLL FLANDERS
Eighteenth century England is ingeniously re-invented in a wickedly outrageous adaptation. With large helpings of medern mayhem, a generous sprinkling of satire, and serious amounts of cross-dressing. Not suitable for under 16's. Venue: Phoenix, Station Road, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 0LR. 8pm. Adm: £8, conc £6. Info: 01420 472 664.

Fri 25 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Carol Grimes. Venue: The Y Theatre, East Street, Leicester. 8pm. Adm: £11-£13. Info: 0116 2557066.

Sat 26 Apr
RUTH PADEL: OPEN TO THE SKY
A poets' tour of Central London's Cultural Quarter. prize-winning poet, travel-writer and Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, Ruth has won the National Poetry Competition and published six collections of poems, with four being the Poetry Book Society Choice or Recommendation as well as being shortlisted for the TS Eliot and Whitbread Prizes. Venue: Somerset House, London WC2. 2pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207845 4600 / www.somersethouse.org.uk

Sun 27 Apr
THE FATBACK BAND
Legendary funk band of 'I Found Lovin', 'Wicki Wacki' & 'Bus Stop' fame. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway,Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £25 adv / £30 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Sun 27 Apr
VIPER'S DREAM FEAT. SARA MITRA
Django Reinhardt-style gypsy jazz guitars with hot vocals. Standards and original songs. Reservations are recommended. Venue: Green Note, 106 Parkway, Camden, London NW1 7AN. Info: 0207 485 9899.

Mon 28 - 29 Apr
PHOENIX DANCE THEATRE
Offering a distinct selection of repertoire through our mixed bill evenings. This seasons' repertoire features both classic modern dance by eminent choreographer José Limón (1908-1972), and the latest stylish offerings from the company's Artistic Director Javier De Frutos. Programme: Blue Roses, Chaconne, The Moor's Pavane, Paseillo. Venue: Sadler's Wells, Rosebery Avenue, London EC1. 7.30pm. Adm: £10 - £22. Info: 0844 412 4300.

Mon 28 & 29 Apr
ROACHFORD
Born into a family of musicians, Roachford, spent his early childhood and formative teenage years, on the road with his uncle, Bill Roachford, a virtuoso jazz saxophonist, who was at the centre of the European Jazz scene at that time. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden Town, London NW1 7PG. 7pm - 11pm. Adm: £22.50 adv / £28 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Tues 29 Apr
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Sandi Russell. Venue: Middlesbrough Theatre, The Avenue, Middlesbrough. 7.30pm. Adm: £11-£12. Info: 01642 815181.

Thurs 1 May
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Barb Jungr. Venue: The Picture House, New Road, Hebden Bridge. 8pm. Adm: £12- £14. Info: 01422 842684.

Sat 3 May
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Barb Jungr. Venue: The Library Theatre, Central Library, St. Peter's Square, Manchester. 8pm. Adm: £15. Info: 0161 236 7110.

Thurs 8 May
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Carol Grimes. Venue: Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead. 7.30pm. Adm: £12- £13.50. Info: 01628 788997.

Fri May 9
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Carol Grimes. Venue: Sallis Benney Theatre, University of Brighton, Grand Parade, Brighton. 6.30pm & 9.30pm. Adm: £12. Info: 01273 709 709.

Fri 9 - 11 May
LADYFEST
Ladyfest London is an arts festival which celebrates female creativity in all its many forms aiming to provide a platform for women's talents in music, art, comedy, photography, film, debate, written and spoken word, etc. Info: info@ladyfestlondon.co.uk http://www.ladyfestlondon.co.uk/

Sat 10 May
DRIVING MISS SMITH
Tribute to broadcaster and comedian Linda Smith to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer and to raise funds for crucial clinical research into the disease. Musical guest Carol Grimes. Venue: Gulbenkian Theatre, University of Kent, Canterbury. 7.45pm. Adm: £13. Info: 01227 769075.

Sun 18 & 19 May
GREGORY ISAACS
Lovers Rock pioneer & international Reggae star of   'Night Nurse', 'My Only Lover' & 'Rumours' fame. Venue: Jazz Café, 5 Parkway, Camden, London NW1. 9pm. Adm: £29.50 adv / £35 door. Info: 0870 060 3777.

Thurs 22 May
JENNIFER BATE
Messiaen's last great organ cycle, featuring huge and symbolic movements is played by acclaimed organist Jennifer Bate. Venue: Westminster Cathedral, 42 Francis Street, London, SW1P 3PA. 7.30pm. Adm: £10. Info: 0871 663 2539.

Fri 23 May
BLITHE SPIRIT
Charles Condomine, whose first wife Elvira has been dead for seven years, has been reasonably happy with his second wife Ruth. After he invites Madame Alcarti, a local medium, to conduct a séance at their home. Venue: Phoenix, Station Road, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 0LR. 7.30pm. Adm: £8, conc £6. Info: 01420 472664.

Wed 28 May
COSI FAN TUTTE
Picture this - you and your best friend are happily in love with two sisters who are happily in love with you.  However, another friend says that they would be unfaithful given half a chance.  "No", you both cry.  A bet is laid, if you go away they'll cheat on you - così fan tutte - "that's what they all do". A Comic Opera in two acts. Venue: Dorking Halls, Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1SG. 8pm. Info: 01306 881 717 / www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

Wed 28 May - 21 Jun
LOVE
Love celebrates the passion of two elderly people who find love right at the end of their lives, and sing about it! Venue: Lyric Theatre, Lyric Square, King Street, Hammersmith London W6 0QL. Info: 0870 050 0511.

Please note that this programme for International Women's Month may be subject to alteration and it is advisable to ring and check beforehand.

Mon, Wed & Fri
CREATIVE MEDITATION
Guided, creative visualisations to increase well-being. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.  Venue: Templeton House Studio, 33-34 Chiswell Street, London EC1Y 4SF. 1pm-1.30pm. Info: 0207 836 6688.

Ongoing
WOMEN/GIRLS SELF DEFENCE CLASSES
Enhance your femininity - mind & body coordination, stamina, flexibility, balance & posture. Simple effective defence & escape techniques. Advance booking – classes held all year. Venue: Walthamstow E17. 2.30-3.30pm. Adm: £5. Info: 07956 337 391.

Ongoing
WOMEN/GIRLS SELF DEFENCE CLASSES
Enhance your femininity - mind & body coordination, stamina, flexibility, balance & posture. Simple effective defence & escape techniques. Advance booking – classes held all year. Venue: Walthamstow E17. 2.30-3.30pm. Adm: £5. Info: 07956 337 391.