With Summer temperatures finally here, there is no excuse to get out and about this week in your finery.
Here are some of the choice events we have identified for you to make hay with while the sun shines over the next 7 days...
Friday 7th June
Fosters Comedy Club - Eat, drink, watch and laugh as 3 top stand-ups and one of the best MCs on the comedy circuit entertain you, See www.komedia.co.uk/krater for times, £6 - £31 – Komedia
Diamond - Back by popular demand, with a new score and a new twist, Diamond is based on the life of one of the East End’s most memorable characters, Harry Young. Until Sat, various performances, £17.50 (£15/£12.50 Concessions) – Brighton Dome
Three Phantoms - This unmissable concert concludes by celebrating what has become the world’s most successful entertainment phenomenon, the story of The Phantom of the Opera, 7:30pm, £24-£30 – Theatre Royal
Quick as a Cricket - Early Years sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story and handling some museum objects. These sessions are for 2-5 year olds only. 10:30am-12pm, Tickets are £4.50, members £3.50, book in advance – Booth Museum
Lunchtime Classical Concerts - Classical concerts, performed by local musicians, 12:30pm-1:15pm, £3 – Brighton Unitarian Church
Blitz Night - Retreat to our Supper club at 7pm and enjoy our traditional 3 course menu for £34 whilst experiencing a show like no other you’ve seen before! 7pm, £34 – Proud Cabaret Brighton
The George Kypreos Band - Original and modern Greek music, strongly influenced by Greek traditional, Gypsy and island music, 8:30pm, £8/£6 – Latest Music Bar
Jackport - Lovely vibes, jazz chord filled delights, sizzling basslines and vocals of wonderment, 11pm, free – Komedia
Ultimate Power - The greatest night of your life returns for a night featuring the greatest power ballads ever written, all night long, 11pm, £5 – Komedia
Saturday 8th June
Theatre Royal Backstage Tours - Every Saturday, the tour is full of intriguing insights into the history and present day workings of Theatre Royal Brighton, 11:30am, £6 – Theatre Royal
Our Time in Ice - After an award-winning flagship exhibition, Ghosts of Gone Birds, the ONCA gallery presents its second collaborative project, Our Time in Ice, Wed to Fri 12 – 7pm / Sat & Sun 11 – 6pm, Free Entry – Until 31st June - Onca Gallery
An Exhibition of Artist’ Books - Press & Release celebrates the rich and multi-faceted world of artists’ books and self-publishing, with a focus on hand-made and limited edition books, and experimental formats – Until 9th June - Phoenix Gallery
Kreepy Kemptown Ghost Walks – Brighton’s longest paranormal tour. Nearly 2 hours of true tales to chill your spine! Every Saturday at 7:30pm. http://kreepykemptownghostwalks.webs.com/. Adults £8, children £4, conc. £5
Faculty of Arts Graduate Show 2013 - After intensive creative and critical study, over 500 final year students will show their work at the annual University of Brighton Faculty of Arts Graduate Show this Summer. Until 12th June – Free
Flying in the Moment - Using techniques of clown, theatre, improvisation and resonance this workshop is led by Chris Cresswell who has 25 years experience facilitating and inspiring people from all walks of life, 10am, £20 – Emporium Theatre
Makers Boutique - Providing a wonderful opportunity for shoppers to view latest collections & creative ideas, meet the Maker and become inspired, 11am, free – Brighton Unitarian Church
Liars plus support - Liars are back, following their smash sell out shows at Audio and Green Door Store! 7pm, £10 – The Haunt
PopKraft 4th Birthday Party - Boogaloo Stu and his coterie of crazy fools invite you to celebrate 4 whole years of Pop Kraft Craziness! 7pm-2am, £44- three course meal, show and free club entry – Proud Cabaret Brighton
Reginald D Hunter - Reginald will be setting out to tour the country again in 2013 with his own unique blend of humour in a brand new show, Reginald D Hunter – In The Midst Of Crackers, 8pm, £23/£21 – Brighton Dome
Tonight Matthew - Seven-piece covers band Tonight Matthew don’t just take a walk down the memory lane of rock, 8:30pm, £8 – Latest Music Bar
Brighton 7’s - A 7 a side rugby tournament for all abilities, coupled with some great food, music & laughter, 10.00am – 11.30pm Saturday. 11am – 8pm Sunday, from £5 per person – Waterhall
Sunday 9th June
Concours D’Elegance - Motor vehicle display – Stanmer Park
Punch and Judy Shows - Family fun with a traditional show plus join-in activity session, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3pm, £2 – Opposite the Fishing Museum
Chattri Memorial Service - A half an hour memorial service will be held at the Chattri in Patcham n, for ALL Indian soldiers who died while in hospitals in Brighton & Hove during (1914- 1918), 2:30pm
Art Deco Fair - 1920's - 1970's stalls and furniture, 10am, £3 – Hove Centre
Brighton Calling - With Stark, The Folk, Nick Williams, Chylde Owler, Connor Bannister, 6pm, £5 – Latest Music Bar
Songs for Belltree - An afternoon of live music in support of Music Therapy Week and the Belltree Music Therapy Centre, £4/£2 – Latest Music Bar
UK Subs - With a powerful line up in place since 2005 (Jet – guitar / Alvin Gibbs – bass / Jamie Oliver – drums), the UK Subs continue to entertain and enthuse, 7pm, £10 – The Haunt
Sallie Ford & The Sound Outside - Described as a cross between “Ella Fitzgerald and Tom Waits” (Mashable) Sallie is one of the most powerful female voices in indie rock, 8pm, £8 – Komedia
Brighton Sand Sculpture Festival - Visitors can experience the wonder of this magical art and will also have the chance to get involved, £6 adults, £5 conc. £4 children, £15 family tickets – Black Rock
Jeff Koons - Brighton Exhibition of work by Jeff Koons, widely regarded as one of the world’s most important living artists – Until 8th Sept - Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Regency Colour - Regency Colour and Beyond, 1785-1835, is on show from 15 June to 13 October 2013 and includes two display areas and new interpretation exploring Regency understandings of colour and the interior decor of the Royal Pavilion - Royal Pavilion
Monday 10th June
Kasper’s Puppet Theatre - Using original hand carved Hohnsteiner puppets and translating popular stories presented for today’s young audience, 11am & 2pm, £5.99 Until 31st June – Brighton Marina
Beautiful Thing - Two young men coming to grips with their sexuality and the effect it has on the people in their lives. Until Sat. 7:45pm, 2:30 Thurs and Sat matinee, £10-£27 – Theatre Royal
Dave McPherson (In Me) solo show - Brentford's son Dave McPherson is most likely known for his work as lead singer and principal songwriter with award winning British rockers In Me but he has also carved out some success as a solo artist in his own right, 8pm, £8 – The Prince Albert
Tuesday 11th June
Cats - One of the world’s best known and loved musicals, an all-singing, all-dancing musical spectacular. Until Sat, 7.30pm, plus a 2.30pm matinee on Sat 15th June, £8-£15 – The Old Market
Charity Chuckle - Charity Chuckle presents Carl Donnelly, as seen on Mock the Week and Dave’s One Night Stand, 8pm, £8/£5 – Latest Music Bar
Wednesday 12th June
The Modernists by Jeff Noon - Fuelled by amphetamines, fast music, style and the motor scooter, The Modernists is a non-stop ride with the Mods, 7:30pm, £14/£12 – Komedia
Lunchtime Recitals - Lunch time recitals every Wednesday at 12.30pm, please call ahead to confirm details. A minimum donation of £2 towards recital expenses is appreciated – St Nicholas Church
Mystery Art Auction for the Martlets Hospice - Small original works of art by major artists, celebrities, sportsmen and women will be available in a silent auction, 7pm, £5 – Brighton Dome
Danny Brown - OIB are so psyched to be bringing favourite Danny Brown to Brighton, 7pm, £14 – The Haunt
Thursday 13th June
Catalyst Club - Monthly event which blends the old traditions of a French Salon with debating societies, 8pm, £5 – Latest Music Bar
So You Think You’re Funny? - See exciting new comedy talent at the Brighton showcase of this industry recognised competition. Previous winner includes Seann Walsh, 8pm, £6 – Komedia
The Noise Next Door: Boys on Tour - A perfect blend of ludicrous characters, witty one-liners and musical extravagance, this exhilarating new show should not be missed! 8pm, £12/£10 – Komedia
Brighton Fashion Week - Showcasing innovative and new talent alongside more established designers. Famed for its extravagance and eccentricity, there is no other platform like it to push the boundaries of fashion, costume design and artistry. Until Sun – Various Venues
Image: CATS | City Youth Theatre Company | 11-15 June | 19:30 & 14:30
