THIS WEEK IN BRIGHTON AND HOVE...

Friday 4th

Twelve Angry Women
@brightdome
Marking the upcoming 60th anniversary of the seminal movie Twelve Angry Men, twelve women sharpen their pens and write about what makes them angry. Come see and hear the results - an outraged fusion of drama, poetry, prose, art and music - in a rehearsed try-out performance.
7:30pm, £8
Brighton Dome
Church Street, BN1 1UE

Zumbathon Charity Event
@TOMvenue
The Martlets Zumbathon Charity Event is a fun but highly challenging 3hr glow in the dark sponsored dance marathon, led by professional Zumba instructor Sherryn from Brighton Zumba. Get sponsored to party yourself fit and support Martlets Hospice.
7:30pm, £16
The Old Market
Upper Market Street, BN3 1AS

Jolly Comedy Club
Jolly Comedy Club is back in a fabulous new venue. Relaunching on Friday 4th March, they are back with a fantastic line up of acts and hosted by the spectacular MC Jo Public. Once the comedy is party, continue the fun at the salsa party until late.
7:45pm, £12
The View
Western Esplanade, BN3 4FA

Saturday 5th

Marilyn Reborn
@Rialto_Brighton
Marilyn is back from the dead! This hour long cabaret is brought you by the UK's top Marilyn Monroe impersonator. All the classic songs, extreme glamour and more than a few little surprises.
9pm, £10
Rialto Theatre
Dyke Road, BN1 3FE

Swallowsfeet 2016
@TOMvenue
Swallowsfeet Festival returns to fill every nook and cranny of The Old Market with dance, performance and installation. Immerse yourself in a programme of experimental work from international artists, who use the different spaces in The Old Market in remarkable ways.
7:pm, £10
The Old Market
Upper Market Street, BN3 1AS

Brighton Potluck
@OLIO_ex
A potluck is a gathering where each guest contributes a dish of food that is to be shared. OLIO is a free app connecting neighbours with each other and with local shops and cafes to share their edible surplus food. We believe food is meant for sharing and we invite you, your friends and family to bring a dish so we can all break bread together. 
1pm - 4pm, free
One Church Brighton
Gloucester Place, BN1 4AA

The Fairy Tale Fair: Easter & Mother's Day Special
@FairyTale_Fair
Fall down the rabbit hole and explore this whimsical craft fair - Easter and Mother's Day special. The fair is a real community event, we welcome families and all ages to come along and enjoy the crafty creations and treats.
10:30am - 3:30pm
Funkyfish Club
19 Marine Parade, BN2 1TL

Sunday 6th

Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra
@brightdome
Acclaimed pianist & conductor Howard Shelley joins the Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra, directing from the piano, for the penultimate concert in their 91st season, with a programme of Brahms, Shostakovich & Mendelssohn.
2:45pm, £11.50 - £36.50
Brighton Dome
Church Street, BN1 1UE

Bent Double
@KomediaBrighton
A gay-friendly, irreverent night of fun and frolic, hosted by star of Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Zoe Lyons. This month's edition has a line-up consisting of the hilarious Pippa Evans, Andrew Doyle and Julie Jepson.
7:30pm, £12
Komedia Brighton
44-47 Gardner Street, BN1 1UN

Mother's Day Treat at the Amex Stadium
One of the UK’s leading football stadia is making a fuss of mums next month with a special event in their honour. The Mother’s Day afternoon tea will pamper your mother with a range of delicious treats both sweet and savoury.
2pm - 5pm, £17.95
American Express Community Stadium
BN1 9BL

Monday 7th

The Tempest
@EmporiumBton
Imbued with a spirit of magic and the supernatural, The Tempest is Shakespeare’s late great masterpiece of forgiveness, generosity and enlightenment.
7:30pm, £13.50
Emporium Brighton
88 London Road, BN1 4JF

The Perfect Murder
@TheatreRoyalBTN
Have you ever wondered how you commit the perfect murder? The new stage hit from the No.1 best selling author Peter James. This highly entertaining dark comedy thriller has been acclaimed by audiences and critics around the country - so don't miss out.
7:45pm, £16.90 - £50.40
Theatre Royal Brighton
New Rd, BN1 1SD

Tuesday 8th

Bite-sized Learning: Ensuring that you win your pitch
@brightonchamber
Pitching is often fraught with challenges and can be costly and time-consuming. But without the ability to deliver an engaging pitch or write a winning proposal, your business will struggle to grow. You’ll come away from this workshop with the practical skills you need to structure a successful pitch and write a winning proposal.
9:30am - 11:30am, £39/49
The BrightonandHoveJobs.com County Ground
Eaton Rd, BN3 3AN

Sandi Toksvig
@brightdome
Sandi is celebrating the launch of the Women’s Equality Party with a fundraising tour of a uniquely witty evening of her stand-up, stories and fascinating facts. Whether you’re a Sandi fan, a supporter of gender equality or you just want to have a great night out then this could be just the ticket.
7:30pm, £23.50
Brighton Dome
Church Street, BN1 1UE

Wednesday 9th

Dane Baptiste: Reasonable Doubts
@KomediaBrighton
Back with his first nationwide tour of his critically acclaimed smash hit show, Reasonable Doubts, the last 18 months have been non–stop for the Independent’s ‘Face to Watch in 2015’, Dane Baptiste. Come see him in action and find out why it's been one success after another after his debut show Citizen Dane.
8pm, £12
Komedia Brighton
44-47 Gardner Street, BN1 1UN

See How They Run!
@Concorde_2
Have you heard the one about the actor, the vicar’s wife, the bishop, the parish battle-axe and the German POW? If not, join the Southwick Players for an evening of delightful nonsense and mistaken identities in the Reverend Toop’s vicarage.
7:30pm, £11
Barn Theatre
BN42 4TE

Thursday 10th

Comedy Cooler
@Rialto_Brighton
Another cool night of comedy at Rialto Theatre's regular stand up night. March's headline act is James McDonnell. Special discounts available for students!
8:30pm, £8
Rialto Theatre
Dyke Road, BN1 3FE

The Noise Next Door On Tour
@KomediaBrighton
The unstoppable comedy juggernaut that is The Noise Next Door are turning up the volume for their third national tour. Get ready for a night of mind-blowing songs, jaw-dropping characters and side-splitting punchlines from the undisputed masters of off-the-cuff comedy.
8pm, £10
Komedia Brighton
44-47 Gardner Street, BN1 1UN