11 things to do this week in Peterborough

NORA: A DOLL’S HOUSE by Stef Smith

The Undercroft, March 28 – April 1Based on Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, this Mask Theatre adaptation tells the story of Nora, a woman who will go to any lengths to keep a past secret being revealed. Stef Smith has deftly added layers to the original by setting the story in three time periods; simultaneously portraying Nora as three intertwining women, each representing a pivotal moment in the history of feminism: The Suffragette Movement, the Swinging Sixties and the Me Too Campaign.

ROMEO AND JULIET at New Theatre, March 25Join Ballet Theatre UK with their passionate portrayal of one of the world’s greatest love stories, Romeo and Juliet. This theatrical production tells the tragic tale of star-crossed lovers with astonishing grace and heart-breaking intimacy.

PETERBOROUGH MART FAIR

Pleasure Fair Meadow car park, until April 2

With a whole host of rides and attractions, the fair is open from 6pm – 10pm weekdays, and 2pm – 10pm on weekends.

THE SWEARING JARKey Theatre, until SaturdayA comedy about love, heartbreak, living with the past and accepting the future. Told by a cast of four and featuring original songs, it follows seemingly perfect couple Carey and Simon.

PETERBOROUGH ARTS CINEMA: See How They RunJohn Clare Theatre, tonight, 7.30pmIn the West End of 1950s London, plans for a movie version of a smash-hit play come to an abrupt halt after a pivotal member of the crew is murdered.

SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTSNew Theatre, March 24In partnership with Tourism Ireland and in association with legendary Irish pub O’Donoghue’s, Seven Drunken Nights tells the story of The Dubliners, a career spanning 50 years.

WOMEN IN ROCK

Key Theatre, March 30Featuring soaring vocals, choreography, and backed by a band of world class musicians, this must-see show celebrates the phenomenal rock songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, Bonnie Tyler, P!nk, Suzi Quatro, Tina Turner and more.

RE-TAKE THAT 2023The Cresset, March 24The ultimate Take That party night, bringing the world’s biggest boy band’s greatest hits to life – live on stage. Expect all of Take That’s million sellers plus Robbie Williams’ massive solo hit

DRACULA: THE BLOODY TRUTHNew Theatre, March 30-April 1This critically acclaimed, multi five star awarded, hilarious comedy will be presented by Professor Abraham Van Helsing and his three idiotic actors as they stage a life-changing, theatrical production surrounding the true events of Dracula.Will they pull it off? It’s highly unlikely.With four actors playing more than 40 characters and directed by one of the UK’s most exciting comedy directors, John Nicholson, Dracula: The Bloody Truth will make you die laughing.

HI-DE-HI!Bourne Corn Exchange, March 29-April 1Popular TV sitcom classic Hi-De-Hi! is being revived by South Kesteven Acting and Musical Players with a musical stage version set at the start of the holiday season in 1959.

MEAT LOAF by CandlelightPeterborough Cathedral, March 24/25Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the West End production of 'Bat Out of Hell', accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience the ultimate tribute to Meat Loaf.