Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour!
If you are already jittery about the television glitter fest that is Strictly Come Dancing coming to an end next month, it's time to book your seat for next year's national tour. The live show will feature the four tough-talking judges and some of your favourite ballroom-dancing celebrities.
From January 2009, venues in Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, London and other cities. More information at www.strictlycomedancinglive.co.uk
Oasis
Their latest album may have underwhelmed critics but hordes of fans love Oasis for sticking with the music they do best. So much so, that a final date has been added to the band's national tour.
Thursday, July 9, 2009, Wembley Stadium. Visit www.oasisinet.com
Shlomo
The man they call the human beatbox hosts a show to promote music as an aid to fight knife crime in the UK. Guest artists will be performing solo or duetting with Shlomo.
Saturday, December 13, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1. Visit www.southbankcentre.co.uk
The Borrowers
Based on Mary Norton's magical book about a tiny family who live under the floorboards of a house and "borrow" everything they need from the big people. A Leeds Children's Theatre Production, directed by Judith Daniel.
November 18-22, The Carriageworks Theatre, Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2. Tickets on 0113 2243801
Edward Scissorhands
The touching and witty gothic fairy-tale of a boy created by an eccentric inventor who dies leaving him alone and unfinished with only scissors for hands. Matthew Bourne's popular dance adaptation of Tim Burton's atmospheric film returns to the UK.
December 2 until January 18, Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN
Danny The Champion Of The World
Roald Dahl's story of daring, excitement and invention is adapted by Octagon retaining all the classic elements of a Dahl favourite: overbearing adults, persecuted animals and the child who triumphs against all odds.
November 21 until January 17 2009. The Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft South, Bolton BL1 1SB. Call the box office on: 01204 520 661
Me And My Girl
Cassio Operatic Society presents this upbeat and witty musical comedy with an updated script by Stephen Fry. Bill Snibson's discovery of his aristocratic roots threatens to estrange him from his girlfriend.
November 3-8, Watford Palace Theatre, Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Box office: 01923 225671
UK Jewish Film Festival
This major season of international Jewish film - with offerings from Israel, Europe, the United States and South America - kicks off in London next month, and then tours the country in 2009, taking in 15 cities including Leeds, Manchester, Brighton, Bristol and Glasgow.
November 8-20, various London venues, and then touring from January. Information on www.ukjewishfilmfestival.org.uk
Ultimate Manilow
Barry brings his updated Las Vegas show to London. Fans expecting all his classic numbers are unlikely to be disappointed.
Until December 7, The O2 Arena, Peninsula Square, London SE10. Tickets on 0871 984 0002
Hidden Treasures - Sacred Textiles
Iconic British fashion designer Zandra Rhodes will open this Jewish Museum exhibition of rare synagogue textiles, donated over the centuries to the Sephardi community. Sumptuous Torah mantles, after years of conservation work, will be displayed for the first time.
November 12-March 15 2009. Bevis Marks Synagogue EC3A 5DQ. Information at www.jewishmuseum.org.uk
UK Jewish Film Festival
A season of movies showcasing the very best in global Jewish cinemas. Includes films from Israel, Europe, the USA and South America. It kicks off in London next month, and then tours around the country.
From November 8-20, various venues. Information at www.ukjewishfilmfestival.org.uk
Barry Manilow at The O2
Mandy, Copacabana, I Write the Songs, Can't Smile Without You... all the hits and more from the 35-year career of the perma-tanned sultan of schmaltz.
December 4, 6 and 7, The O2 Arena, Millennium Way, London SE10. For information visit www.theo2.co.uk
Leonard Cohen tours the UK in November
Cohen, one of the greatest singer-songwriters of modern times, is touring through Britain. His songs have travelled as far and wide as their author. U2, R.E.M., Sting, Nick Cave, Rufus Wainwright and the late Johnny Cash are among other famous devotees. It is estimated that his songbook has been covered over 1,330 times by other recording artists.
November 5-28, across the UK, for more information visit www.ticketmaster.co.uk