Psychological thriller on stage and a comedy legend - things to do this week in Peterborough
Make a date with Dr Lecter if you dare – or catch some stand-up comedy, an exhibition, tribute show or a family favourite.
THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS
New Theatre, until Saturday
Based on Thomas Harris’s gripping literary masterpiece. Starring John Partridge as Hannibal Lecter, Mollie Gallagher as Clarice Starling, Oliver Farnworth as Agent Jack Crawford, and Sam Jackson as Buffalo Bill.
Read the review HERE
Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape
Key Theatre, today (two shows) Based on Dermot O’Leary’s best-selling children’s book. Meet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat, but she’s no ordinary feline. Almost blind, Toto has incredible ninja skills, a big heart, and a nose for adventure.
HARRY ENFIELD AND NO CHUMS
New Theatre, November 4 From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, Harry will reflect on 40 years of comedy and bring some of his favourite characters vividly back to life on stage.
BRAINIACS
New Theatre, November 1
Watch from the safety of your seat as the Brainiacs delve fearlessly into the mysteries of science and do all those things on stage that you’re too scared to do at home! Age guidance: 5+
Terry Pratchett’s The Hogfather
Key Theatre Studio, until Saturday Brought to stage by Peterborough Revellers. The Hogfather is missing and, frankly, Death creeping down your chimney with a chilling, “HO, HO, HO!” doesn’t seem right.
Chris Ramsey: Here, man! The Cresset, October 29 Despite initially (and repeatedly) vowing not to add any extra dates, the opportunity to continue touring ‘Here Man’ and tell audiences all about all the stuff that he can't say on his hit podcast was just too tempting!
The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band
Key Theatre, October 31
Join the band on a radical tour of some of the most iconic songs from the two greatest singer-songwriters of modern times, Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan.
MAN IN THE MIRROR
The Cresset, October 31
A brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ and supported by a talented cast of performers and musicians.
An Evening of Burlesque
The Cresset, October 30
A sensational journey into the world of cabaret, variety and modern burlesque, where elegance meets extravagance in a show unlike any other.
MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS
Peterborough Cathedral until November
One of Britain’s most fascinating monarchs and her connection to Peterborough. The exhibition uses authentic belongings, letters, and reconstructed scenes from her life.
FEN TO FIRE
Flag Fen until November
Guy Schofield’s digital art installation brings the Late Bronze Age Must Farm settlement to life using cutting-edge digital archaeology techniques, including 3D modelling, motion capture, and AI.
ALASDAIR BECKETT-KING
Key Theatre, October 30
ABK is the crumbliest comedian in the game: a multi-award-winning stand-up comic and (occasionally) an internet sensation. As seen on Mock the Week and 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
FAMILY FUN
Peterborough Museum
There’s Monster School and Monster Mash After Dark today, a Halloween Disco tomorrow, LEGO® Club: Bats on Saturday morning and a Halloween Family Craft Workshop in the afternoon.
FAMILY FUN
Sacrewell Farm until Saturday
Step into the Halloween Courtyard to get creative with spooky crafts, listen to fun ghost stories, try your hand at bug hunting and a spooky scavenger trail plus pumpkin carving.