🎀 West End Notes, Ross Noble Rants & A Disco That’s Way Past Bedtime


🎀 West End Notes, Ross Noble Rants & A Disco That’s Way Past Bedtime
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🎀 West End Notes, Ross Noble Rants & A Disco That’s Way Past Bedtime

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Good Afternoon Bucks


Mid-March is doing that classic British thing where it can’t quite decide if it’s winter or spring. One minute you’re reaching for sunglasses, the next you’re back in a coat wondering what just happened. Either way, you'll want to get out of the house and see what’s happening around the county.

From big theatre nights to disco dancefloors and woodland markets, there’s plenty going on this week to fill up your calendar.

Lots happening around Bucks, including:

  • 🎀 Joel Dommett: Happy Idiot – Wednesday, 7:30pm at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
  • 🎢 Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman – Thursday, 7:30pm at Wycombe Swan
  • πŸ’ƒ Disco For Grown Ups – Saturday, 8:00pm at Wycombe Swan
  • 🌲 Wendover Woods Spring Market – Saturday & Sunday, 10:00am at Wendover Woods
  • 🎭 Ross Noble - Cranium Of Curiosities – Saturday, 7:30pm at Wycombe Swan

If you're looking for even more events than we can squeeze into this newsletter, you can always explore our full range of upcoming activities by clicking here.

🎭 Theatre Shows
WED
18
MAR
Dance Live! 2026 Senior Heats

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Tuesday & Wednesday

DANCE LIVE! 2026 SENIOR HEATS Dance Live! the dance event for schools and colleges that is taking the country by storm is coming to Wycombe Swan! Embracing an ever-evolving digital world and how this is changing the face of modern performance, Dance Live! sees pupils compete with choreographed routines to the backdrop of a giant digital screen, showcasing a range of skills from dance, performance and creative design to off-stage technical skills.

THU
19
MAR
Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Thursday

From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga GREASE, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want.

THU
19
MAR
Hamilton Dance Workshop

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Thursday

Don’t throw away your shot! Learn dynamic, authentic West End choreography inspired by the revolutionary hit musical, Hamilton!Master the fusion of hip-hop and jazz techniques used by the original cast.

FRI
20
MAR
Defying Gravity - West End Women

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Friday

Defying Gravity - West End Women is a celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage.

FRI
20
MAR
This Blasted Place

πŸ“ Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre

πŸ“… Friday & Saturday 7:30pm-9:30pm - Β£10

In 1949, a child is born in London to bereaved and traumatised Jewish refugees. In 2024, she peevishly prepares to celebrate her 75th birthday in a respite home with the help of her long-suffering daughter, Helen, and supremely patient care worker, Atef.

 
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🎑 Family Fun
WED
18
MAR
Stay and Play Cafe

πŸ“ Discover Bucks Museum

πŸ“… Wednesday 10am-12pm - Β£2

Pop into our Stay & Play CafΓ© for a safe play space for under 5s, free tea and coffee and a chance to meet other parents and carers.

SUN
22
MAR
Dance in Opera a family Discovery Workshop

πŸ“ Garsington Studios, Wallace Hill Farm, Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3YF

πŸ“… Sunday 11:30am-12:30pm - Free

Garsington Opera’s Discovery Workshops are designed to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and help explore new ideas and skills and every workshop is free to take part in.

SUN
22
MAR
Dance in Opera Discovery Workshop - Young dancers aged 11 - 18

πŸ“ Garsington Studios, Wallace Hill Farm, Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3YF

πŸ“… Sunday 1:30pm-4:30pm - Free

Garsington Opera’s Discovery Workshops are designed to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and help explore new ideas and skills and every workshop is free to take part in.

SUN
22
MAR
Museum Makers

πŸ“ Amersham Museum

πŸ“… Sunday 10am-11:30am - Β£12

Get creative together with local award winning illustrator Elly Bazigos at Amersham Museum! Inspired by the rich histories and fascinating collections of Amersham Museum, these hands-on sessions invite families to explore the past through art. Discover stories hidden in objects, photographs, and archives β€” then bring them to life using a variety of exciting materials and techniques.

 
🀑 Comedy Shows
WED
18
MAR
Joel Dommett: Happy Idiot

πŸ“ Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

πŸ“… Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm - Β£30

Joel Dommett returns to his stand-up roots with a brand-new show. With glamorous tales from behind the camera and less glamorous anecdotes of first-time fatherhood, Joel remains a charming, exhausted, happy idiot.

FRI
20
MAR
Flat & The Curves: Now That's What I Call Feral

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Friday

Brace yourself for 90 minutes of outrageous comedy as the award-winning cabaret girl band Flat and the Curves return with their new show, Now That’s What I Call Feral! Join the vocal powerhouses as they take you through the highs, the lows and the hangovers in between.

SAT
21
MAR
Ross Noble - Cranium Of Curiosities

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Saturday

Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show.

SUN
22
MAR
Henning Wehn - Acid Wehn

πŸ“ Wycombe Swan

πŸ“… Sunday

Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise.

 
Pub in the Park Marlow 2026

Pub in the Park is back in Marlow this year and it’s bigger, tastier and louder than ever. Expect top chefs, must-try pop-up restaurants and huge live music across an unforgettable foodie weekend. If you love great food, good vibes and a proper knees-up by the river, learn more about your next Bucks Festival here!

🎨 Art
FRI
20
MAR
Textiles Workshop: Creating Grids Using Laid Work

πŸ“ Queens Park Arts Centre, Queens Park, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7RT, United Kingdom

πŸ“… Friday 10:30am-4pm

There is an infinite range of patterns that can be made in grid form. Many stitch techniques are based on fabrics that are woven with evenly placed threads. This course examines laid work, a method of stitching grids and adding further stitch to make patterns. Suitable for all levels.

SAT
21
MAR
Half-day Workshop: Pottery Glazing Masterclass

πŸ“ Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre

πŸ“… Saturday 10am-1pm - Β£40

This glazing masterclass is a one morning event designed for beginners who want to discover the range of techniques that can be used to apply glazes to achieve certain effects. The tutor will cover a small amount of glaze theory and the chemistry behind it and will then demonstrate and explain application techniques alongside showing samples that demonstrate the effects.

SAT
21
MAR
Half-day Workshop: Pottery Handbuilding For Beginners

πŸ“ Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre

πŸ“… Saturday 10am-1pm - Free

Have you ever thought you'd like to have a go at creating ceramics? Why not take your first step into the world of handbuilding! During these 3hr sessions you will learn a variety of different handbuilding techniques from the basics. Learn how to handle clay and understand some of the tools and equipment that can open up an endless world of creativity and fun.

 
πŸ₯˜ Food & Drink
TUE
17
MAR
Merlin's Cave, Chalfont Saint Giles - Pub Quiz

πŸ“ Merlin's Cave, Chalfont Saint Giles

πŸ“… Tuesday From 7:30pm

Gather your team and head to Chalfont St Giles every Tuesday night for a lively quiz filled with laughs and friendly competition! Test your wits and see if you’re the sharpest in townβ€”prizes and bragging rights await!

SAT
21
MAR
Introduction To Bread

πŸ“ Lekito, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Saturday - Β£192

Learn to bake bread...! A beginner's class to get you started on your own bread journey. Your family and friends will thank you! 100% 5-Star reviews on Trustpilot.

 
πŸ—» Outdoor Events
WED
18
MAR
Winter Walking Tours At Waddesdon Manor

πŸ“ Waddesdon Manor

πŸ“… Wednesday From 11:30am

Join us for a free, volunteer-led guided walk to see seasonal highlights.

 
πŸ™ Spirituality
SAT
21
MAR
Aylesbury Mind Body Spirit Show

πŸ“ Weston Turville Village Hall

πŸ“… Saturday 11am-5pm - Β£1

Spring Clean Your Life at the Aylesbury Mind Body Spirit Wellbeing Show.

 
🍎 Markets
🎡 Live Music

Tuneless Choir - Tuesday 7:30pm-9pm at St James’ Church Hall, Downley

Stony Music Makers - Wednesday 9:30am-10:15am at Stony Stratford Library

Jazz At The Brewery Tap House - Wednesday 7pm-10pm at Brewery Tap House, 17 Twizel Close, Milton Keynes

The Collaboration Choir - Wednesday 7:30pm-9pm at Oakgrove Primary School, Milton Keynes

Fairford Leys Community Choir - Thursday 10:30am-12:30pm at Fairford Leys Church, Faiford Leys, HP19 7HT

Aylesbury Lunchtime Music - Thursday from 12:45pm at St Mary's Church, Aylesbury

Wendover Choral Society - Thursday 7:45pm-9:45pm at St Mary's Church, Wendover

Live Music At Cuba - Friday & Saturday from 6pm at RevoluciΓ³n de Cuba Milton Keynes

Disco For Grown Ups - Saturday at Wycombe Swan

Folk Night At The Bell Inn - Sunday at The Bell Inn, Tring

Vaults Acoustic Music Workshop - Sunday from 12:30pm at The Vaults Bar, High Street, Stony Stratford

 
⚽️ Sports & Exercise

Disc Golf - All week 8am-5pm at Wendover Woods

Laser Tag At Wendover Woods - Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm at Wendover Woods

Olney Walk and Talk - Saturday from 10:30am at The Olney Centre

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Running

Park Run - at various locations across the county. Click to find your closest run

🏸 Badminton

Aylesbury and District Rainbow Badminton Club - Wednesday 8pm-9:45pm at John Colet School

Aylesbury Pheonix Badminton Club - Thursday 7:30pm-10pm at Aylesbury High School

⚽️ Football

Walking Football With The Wycombe Wanderers Foundation - Tuesday & Thursday at Wycombe High School, Marlow Rd, High Wycombe, HP11 1TB

MK Walkers Football - Thursday 6:30pm-8pm at The Pavilion, Woughton on the Green, MK6 3EA

πŸ’ƒ Dance

All-level, Adult-Only Street Dance Classes - Thursday 6pm-7pm at St. Mary’s Centre, Haddenham

All-level, Adult-Only Burlesque Dance Classes - Friday 7pm-8pm at St. Mary’s Centre, Haddenham

🏊 Swimming

Intermediate Women Only Casual Swim Sessions - Tuesday 7:40pm-8:40pm at Aylesbury Grammar School

Beginner Women Only Swimming Aylesbury - Wednesday 7:40pm-8:40pm at Aylesbury Grammar School

 
πŸ—“οΈ Just Around the Corner
 

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