Music

West Wycombe Chamber Choir Spring Concert
Excerpts from Fauré's 'Requiem' and Mozart's 'Requiem', plus a selection of well-loved motets including 'Panis Angelicus', 'Ave Verum' and 'Locus iste'. Supporting ‘Child Aid’, a project in Moldova to help carers and parents learn about music therapy, so that they can use music to help children and young people with learning disabilities, who cannot communicate using words.Tickets will be available on the door. To purchase tickets in advance please call 01494 536617.Tickets £8, children and concessions £6.
28 March, 7pm, St Lawrence Church on the Hill, Church Lane, West Wycombe.

From Darkness to Light: an Easter concert
Come along to Wycombe Philharmonic Choir's annual Easter concert of beautiful choral music, with musical director David Cook and accompanist Michael McMillan.
Free parking nearby. Under 12s free if accompanied by adult. Call 01494 638599 for more information. Tickets £12, concessions £10.
28 March, 7.30pm, Wesley Methodist Church, Priory Road, High Wycombe.

Clayton's Marlow Presents... The Reflex (excusive DJ set)
Clayton's Marlow welcome London-based French producer and DJ, The Reflex for an exclusive DJ set. The Reflex is best known for producing dance-floor filler remixes of pop and disco classics that have found their way into the sets of high profile DJs such as Gilles Peterson, Rob da Bank, Greg Wilson and BBC6 Music’s Craig Charles, gaining high profile fans along the way from Nile Rogers (Chic) to Disclosure. He’ll be supported on the night by the deck wizards Twisted Soul Collective and DJ Antosh Samek. For more information on all future events, please visit www.claytonsmarlow.com. Free entry before 10pm, £3 after.
28 March, 9pm, Clayton's Marlow, 16 Oxford Road, Marlow.

Peter Medhurst
An evening of arias from The Magic Flute, Das Veilchen, Abendempfindung, Five Early Minuets, as well as music by Haydn and Thomas Linley Jr. Peter Medhurst’s work as singer, pianist and lecturer has taken him all over the world. He has performed in the major London venues and presented programmes at the National Gallery, the National Portrait Gallery and the V&A, linking the visual arts with the world of 17th & 18th century music making. Tickets are £15 (students free), available at www.amershamconcerts.org.uk or by calling 01494 765420.
28 March, 7.30pm, Dr Challoner’s High School, Cokes Lane, Little Chalfont, HP7 9QB.

Theatre

Good to be Bad
Once upon a time there was magical kingdom, who had lived happily ever after for as long as anyone could remember. But then came a prediction that would tear the Kingdom apart, and two sisters - Rose Red and Snow White would fight to be the queen supreme! Join us for a brand new musical featuring magic, myth and flying monkeys. Written by Niki Robinson (author of Ghost Station) for the 75 performers who are aged eight to adult and are all students of Artemis Studios Performing Arts Schools. Call 01491 575698 to buy tickets, adults £14, other £10 or £8, family £40.  
29 March, 1.30pm, Kenton Theatre, New Street, Henley.

The Sandow Clowns Slapstick Theatre
The best value clean slapstick comedy on stage for all the family. Hilarious comic sketches, juggling, balancing, stilt walking, comedy musical car, stage participation and lots of prizes! All profits annual covenant to CLIC Sargent. Tickets on the door from 30 minutes prior to performance. Call 0796 993 3236 for more information. Tickets £4, free for children under two.
1 April, 2pm, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre, Gravel Hill, Chalfont St Peter.

Johnny Cash Roadshow
The UK’s No1 Tribute, fronted by respected singer/songwriter Clive John, with The Spirit Band, re-create with astounding accuracy and truly capture the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show. All the greatest hits are included, Ring of Fire, Walk the Line as well as Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man and so many more, all the while accompanied by an amazing video back drop with evocative images and shots from Johnny Cash’s life. Tickets are £19.50, available online at www.wycombeswan.co.uk or by calling the box office on 01494 512 000.
1 April, 7.30pm, Wycombe Swan, St Mary Street, High Wycombe, HP11 2XE.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
This colourful retelling of the biblical story about Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours sings out to young and old alike with a score which is crammed wall to wall with hits - including Jacob and Sons, Close Every Door and Any Dream Will Do. Having garnered sensational reviews and standing ovations at every performance since its inception almost 35 years ago, Bill Kenwright’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical has embarked on a new tour. Tickets range from £13.90 to £46.90, available online at www.atgtickets.com/aylesbury or by calling the box office on 0844 871 7607.
1 to 4 April, 2.30pm, 7.30pm, 2pm and 5pm showings, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury.

Children’s events

Tiny Talk Time: Let's Go Fly a Kite
A special time at Wycombe Museum for 2-4 year olds with stories, trails and craft activities. The morning sessions (10.30-11.30am) are repeated in the afternoon (1.15-2.15pm). Call 01494421895 or email museum@wycombe.gov.uk to book tickets in advance. Tickets £2.
27 March, 10.30am, Wycombe Museum, Priory Avenue, High Wycombe.

Roald Dahl Museum events:

Glumptious treat bags
For 5+ years: decorate a cloth bag with your favourite Roald Dahl characters, ready to fill with all your seasonal treats.£3 per participant plus Museum entry
28 March, 12pm, 1.30pm and 3pm sessions, The Roald Dahl Museum, 81-83 High Street, Great Missenden.

Marvellous mobiles
For 5+ years: dress up the Roly Poly Bird in fabulous feathers and surround him with colourful egg pictures, to fly around in the air. £2.50 per participant plus Museum entry.
29 March, 12.30pm and 2pm, The Roald Dahl Museum, 81-83 High Street, Great Missenden.

Buzzwangling bird houses
For 6+ years: paint the perfect home for birds to seek an escape from Mr Twit.
£3 per participant plus Museum entry.
1 April, 11am, 1pm and 3pm, The Roald Dahl Museum, 81-83 High Street.Great Missenden.

The Compton Valance show
For 6+ years: roll up, roll up for the Compton Valance Show! Travel back in time to the Jurassic period, Victorian era and more with the author of the Compton Valance series of books, and Heart Radio DJ, Matt Brown. Hear all about the inspiration behind Matt’s terrifically funny series and get some brilliant tips for writing, as well as creating fun character names. £3 per person (adults and children) plus Museum entry.
31 March, 1.30pm and 3pm, The Roald Dahl Museum, 81-83 High Street, Great Missenden.

Roly-Poly door hanger
For 5+ years: paint a ceramic Roly Poly bird to hang from your door. £2.50 per participant plus Museum entry. We recommend pre-booking as workshops can sell out in advance. Please give us a call on 01494 892192 to check availability and to book up until 4.30pm the day before (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis on the day. Call 01494 892192 or email admin@roalddahlmuseum.org for more information.
31 March, 10.30am and 12pm, The Roald Dahl Museum, 81-83 High Street, Great Missenden.

Storytime with local children's author
Author Sabuhi Gard will be visiting the library to read her new book at story time. The Valentine's Day Cat - A beautifully illustrated story of Jerry the gorgeous tabby cat who goes missing on Valentine’s Day, where could he be? Call 08452303232 or email lib-bea@buckscc.gov.uk for more information. Free event. 31 March, 10am, Beaconsfield Library, Reynolds Road, Beaconsfield.

Spring Flowers Craft Activity
Bring a bit of spring inside and make your own sunny flowers and mini vase. Drop in any time between 10am and 12 noon or 1pm and 3pm. £3 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. For further details visit www.buckscountymuseum.org,  call 01296 331441 or email museum@buckscountymusuem.org. Tickets £3.
31 March, 10am, Bucks County Museum, Church Street, Aylesbury.

Sales and fairs

Dogs’ giant jumble sale
Literally tons of donated new and nearly new clothes, books, household goods, toys, garden thingies, DVDs, CDs, greetings cards - and more. Also, this charity's on site shop selling the best donated items will also be open. All in aid of saving dogs' lives and rehoming them. If wet the sale may be postponed till the following Saturday. These sales are due to be held at the kennels on the last Saturday of each month till November..01494 482695.lisa@stokenchurchdogrescue.co.uk.
28 March, 10am, Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Oxford Road, Stokenchurch.

Marlow Spring Fair
Stalls include Easter eggs and gifts, homemade cakes, books, bric-a-brac ,jewellery, and toiletries. Coffee will be served from 10am and lunches from 12 noon. Entry is free and proceeds are distributed to a variety of charities. All are welcome. Contact Ann Dennis on 01628 482980 or 07811404847 for more information.
28 March, 10am, Marlow Methodist Church Spittal Street, Marlow.

Charity coffee morning
Home made cakes, Bric-a-Brac, books, raffle etc. The Historic Church Loft above will also be open to visitors. We're raising funds to support communities in Bihar, India. We’ve just 'twinned our new toilet' at St Pauls church in West Wycombe by funding a new latrine, in an area where sanitation can be scant and so often a health hazard.
28 March, 10am to 12pm, Church Room, High Street, West Wycombe.

Special events

Wear a Hat Day - Ladies Lunch
Wear-a-hat: posh, paper, woolly or otherwise in aid of Brain Tumour Research. As an added bonus this year we have a soloist to entertain us with songs from the shows, while we drink coffee. Call 01494675586 or email rosemarysaunders5586@gmail.com for more information. Tickets: £25 and includes lunch and a glass of wine.
27 March, 12.45pm, The Fitzwilliams Centre, Windsor End, Beaconsfield.

Padstones Quiz Night
Fun Quiz Night with proceeds going to Padstones, a charity that looks after homeless teenagers in the Thames Valley. Teams can be a minimum of two and maximum of ten. There is also a cash bar and a raffle. All proceeds go to the Padstones charity. Call 07825 771852 or email sara.clark@blinkgroup.co.uk for more information. Tickets are £15 per person and this includes a 2-course hot supper.
27 March, 7pm, Penn & Tylers Green Village Hall, Church Road, Penn.

Glamorous and Fabulous Jazz night
The Wycombe Rye Lido is hosting a Glamorous and fabulous evening. Canapés and drink on arrival with a red carpet, be sure to dress to impress as the paparazzi will be around to snap your picture for the night. Start off the night with Bukky Leo's quartet Jazz band, then later DJ Mike Allen will bring you the best club classics. Get your best suit and fanciest dress out as the dress code will be 'evening wear'. Call 01494 769472 or email wrl-sales@fusion-lifestyle.com for more information. Tickets are £20, on sale on reception at The Wycombe Rye Lido.
28 March, 7.30pm, Wycombe Rye Lido, Bassetsbury Lane, High Wycombe.

Quiz Night for Crohns and Colitis UK
Fundraising for Crohns and Colitis UK. Only £7.50 per person, to include a raffle ticket and pudding - extra raffle tickets will be available to buy on the night. Please bring your own drinks and supper/snacks. So why not get yourself together with a team of up to 8 people, or let me know if you'd like to join a team. Join us for a fun evening of quizzing, spot prizes and games. To book your table please call or send a text to 07764759959 or email nickybat@hotmail.co.uk.
28 March, 7.45pm, Holmer Green Village Centre, The Common, Holmer Green.

Meetings and talks

Anything Goes Poetry and Prose
An amusing and entertaining performance from the participants of the poetry workshops that have been running in the library with local poet Zena Scharf.
All welcome..08452303232. Tickets: free.lib-bea@buckscc.gov.uk.
27 March, 10.30am, Beaconsfield Library, Reynolds Road, Beaconsfield.

Creative Connections
See exciting work created by artists from Bucks Art Society and other art groups and inspired by objects from the Museum’s collections. Work is for sale. For further details visit www.buckscountymuseum.org or call 01296 331441. Free entry.
28 March until 9 May, 10am, Bucks County Museum, Church Street, Aylesbury.

Easter events

Thorntons Easter Egg Hunt
A unique event is taking place this year in the form of a nationwide Easter Egg Hunt, making use of the untapped method of ‘geocaching’. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the treasure hidden at that location. The lucky hunters will be rewarded with a very special treasure in the form of a free Easter egg from Thorntons. They come in the form of fake rocks, pine cones and little Easter egg chicks so you’ll need to keep your wits about you. Visit www.blog.thorntons.co.uk/harry-hopalots-easter/Easter-Egg-Hunt for locations and co-ordinates. Free event.
Until 3 April, 12pm, Beaconsfield & St. Giles.

Squire's Windsor Create and Grow Easter Holiday Fun
Create & Grow is back this Easter Holidays. Plant a beautiful Easter bunny basket for you to look after and watch it grow in your garden.You can also take part in our free Easter hunt. Find all the names of the hidden Easter eggs around the centre and receive a mini chocolate egg. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Tickets £5.50.
30 March until 10 April, 9am to 12pm, Squire's Garden Centre Windsor, The Willows, Maidenhead Road, Windsor.

Easter Chicks craft activity
Paint a ceramic chick decoration. Drop in any time between 10am and 12 noon or 1pm and 3pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. For further details visit www.buckscountymuseum.org or call 01296 331441.Tickets £3.
30 March, 10am, Bucks County Museum, Church Street, Aylesbury.

Easter egg decorations
Paint your own ceramic hanging egg decoration. Drop in any time between 10am and 12 noon or 1pm and 3pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. For further details visit www.buckscountymuseum.org or call 01296 331441. £3 per child.
1 April, 10am, Bucks County Museum, Church Street, Aylesbury.

Easter goody bags
Get ready for the Easter egg hunt and decorate your own canvas bag to keep goodies in. Drop in any time between 10am and 12 noon or 1pm and 3pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. For further details visit www.buckscountymuseum.org or call 01296 331441. Tickets are £3.  
2 April, 10am, Bucks County Museum, Church Street, Aylesbury.

Easter egg hunt
The hunts will have little explorers giggling their way around the garden centre as they search of the punchlines to six jokes on their activity sheet. Those who return their sheets to a member of staff with all six punchlines correctly identified will earn themselves a chocolaty treat!
28 March to 6 April, 11am to 4pm, Nottcutts Garden Centre, Booker.

On the radar

Spamalot
Spamalot tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and features a bevy (or possibly a brace) of beautiful show girls, witch burnings (cancelled due to health and safety) not to mention cows, killer rabbits and French people. The show features fantastic tunes more magical than a Camelot convention, including He Is Not Dead Yet, Knights of the Round Table, Find Your Grail and of course, Always Look on the Bright Side of Life. Tickets range from £13.40 to £41.90, available online at www.atgtickets.com/aylesbury or by calling the box office on 0844 871 7607.
13 to 18 April, 7.30pm and 2.30pm showings, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury.

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
Based on the best-selling novel by John Boyne, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a heart-wrenching tale of an unlikely friendship between two innocent boys. Set during World War II, the story is seen through the innocent eyes of Bruno, the eight-year-old son of the commandant at a concentration camp, whose forbidden friendship with a Jewish boy on the other side of the camp fence has startling and devastating consequences. Tickets range from £13 to £25, available online at www.wycombeswan.co.uk or by calling the box office on 01494 512 000.
21 to 25 April, 7.30pm, 7pm, 2pm and 2.30pm showings, Wycombe Swan, St Mary Street, High Wycombe.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People Spring Open Day
Visitors will have the opportunity to go behind–the-scenes at the beautiful 27 acre site. Supporters can watch young pups learning new tricks at puppy classes throughout the day, take part in educational activities for children, including dog-themed arts and crafts and a fun ‘facts’ trail for doggy detectives to follow around the site. Admission is £4 for adults, £2 for children or £10 for a family of four.
11 April, 11am to 4pm, The Grange, Wycombe Road, Saunderton.

The Extreme Stunt Show Air Battle
Join us on the runway as our monster beasts compete once again in the Extreme Arena. Still pulling 1500 horsepower and car-crushing to the max, Lil’ Devil and Extreme are getting ready to demonstrate just what big air is all about. Check out the Extreme BMX team as pedal power takes to the horizon. As long as it’s got two wheels and plenty of stamina it’s game on, as these talented young riders showcase their tricks mid-air. Including all your favourites and a few yet to be invented. Contact extremestunt@hotmail.com for more information. Tickets are £14 for adults, £7 children and concessions.
6 April, 3pm, Windsor Racecourse, Maidenhead Road, Windsor, SL4 5JJ. 

T Rexstasy
T.Rextasy is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to Marc Bolan and T.Rex. Truly a rock’n’roll concert for all ages - If you would like to know exactly what a Marc Bolan concert was like in the 1970s, this show is for you. Tickets are £19, available online at www.elgiva.com or by calling the box office on 01494 582900.
17 April, 8pm The Elgiva, St Mary’s Way, Chesham.