There’s stand-up comedy from TV favourite Mo Gilligan, dance from a Strictly legend, two great exhibitions, an art installation and more to look forward to this week.

SUGAR CLUBBING, Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery, February 12-April 4

Exploring the story and cultural legacy of The Sugar Club, an alternative music club night that operated from 1991-2002 at 5th Avenue and The Met Lounge. Inspired by the book Sugar Gravy Pleasure: An Indie Odyssey in Peterborough by Pete Elderkin, co-founder of the Sugar Club, it coincides with the release of a documentary of the same name directed by Martin Rowe (former Sugar Club DJ) and co-written with Pete, chronicling the unlikely rise of one of UK’s longest-running alternative music venues.

Mo Gilligan: The Mo You Know

A new exhibition called Sugar Clubbing opens today

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New Theatre, February 14

Off the back of his acclaimed In The Moment world tour, triple BAFTA winning standup sensation Mo Gilligan – a long-standing judge on The Masked Singer (ITV) – is back.

Peterborough Local History Society

St Andrew’s United Reformed Church, Netherton, tonight at 7.30pm

The speaker for the evening will be Society member Monica Ilett, on the subject of “Peterborough Lido - 90 years of swimming”.

Visitors are very welcome to attend, for a fee of £3.

A service to commemorate the execution of Mary Queen of Scots

St Mary and All Souls Church in Fotheringhay, Sunday, 11am

This will be followed by flowers being laid at the Mound at the adjacent Castle at 12.30pm.

HELIOS

Peterborough Cathedral until February 28

Step inside to experience a glowing celestial spectacle accompanied by inspiring talks, live music, and special photography opportunities plus magical after-dark viewings that reveal the artwork in a whole new way.

Burghley Gardens and Hide & Secrets Adventure Play, May 14-22

Wrap up warm and make the most of the outdoors From scrambling over giant molehills and climbing the Hidden Towers to exploring the Gardens as the first signs of spring appear, families can enjoy a mix of outdoor adventure and seasonal discovery this Half Term.

Vincent Simone – Tango Passions at New Theatre, February 16

Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the stage, accompanied by world-class Latin specialists. Featuring classic and modern Argentine Tango music from the likes of Astor Piazzolla and Gotan Project.

Peterborough Jazz Club: Duke Ellington/Ella Fitzgerald Songbook

New Theatre, February 15

The award winning Echoes Of Ellington Jazz Orchestra (17 piece big band), led by Peter Long, with internationally acclaimed vocal virtuoso Sara Oschlag for an evening of the finest swing music.

Andy Sheppard Quartet at The Cresset, February 19

Experience the unmistakable sound of Andy Sheppard live, joined by a truly world-class quartet. Ahead of a one-night-only appearance at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, this exclusive performance brings together some of the finest musicians on the jazz scene.

Diesel Streets: A Peterborough Wall Story

Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery until May

A major solo exhibition by local street artist Nathan ‘Nyces’ Murdoch, charting over two decades of graffiti, mural culture, and lived experience on the walls of Peterborough.

Blending large-scale works, archival material, and newly created pieces, Diesel Streets documents the evolution of Peterborough’s street art scene from its industrial backstreets to its present-day cultural relevance.

The Classic Rock Show, New Theatre, February 17

An amazing opportunity for rock fans to celebrate three decades of the world’s greatest classic rock music with a stunning sound and light show to match. Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Rolling Stones, The Eagles, AC/DC, Meat Loaf, ZZ Top and more

Killer Rhapsody at The Cresset, February 13

For over a decade , Killer Rhapsody have been blowing people’s minds with the hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen.

An enigmatic and dynamic spectacular stage show.

Peterborough Arts Cinema: The Kitchen Brigade

John Clare Theatre, February 12

A French feel-good film about Cathy-Marie, a talented sous-chef who quits her high-pressure restaurant job and ends up running the kitchen at a youth hostel for unaccompanied migrant minors.