Our pick of things to do to help the week pass nicely...

East London and West Essex Guardian Series:

Ross Noble – Brain Dump

Everybody’s favourite randomist is back. As always Ross has lots of stuff backing up in his head and it’s time to let it all out. Famed for his super quick freewheeling style and highly imaginative flights of fancy, a Ross Noble show is always an unmissable event.

Chelmsford City Theatres, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG, Monday, March 6. Details: 01245 606505

The Art of Non-Fiction

Lara Feigel, Olivia Laing and Hisham Matar in conversation with Lisa Appignanesi. As non-fiction writers become more innovative in finding new structures and voices with which to tell their stories, how do they decide on their approach? Join the panel of authors as they discuss the art of non-fiction today.

The British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DB, Monday, March 6, 7pm. Details: 01937 546546

Brendan Shine

One of Ireland’s best-loved singing stars who has had a string of hits over the 40 years that he has been at the top. Enjoy musical treats such as My Son, Galway Girl and The Rose of Castlerea.

Millfield Theatre, Silver Street, Edmonton, N18 1PJ, Tuesday, March 7, 7.45pm. Details: 020 8807 6680

East London and West Essex Guardian Series: Kate Mellor was one of the speakers at the Women of the World Festival

Women of the World Festival

Hear a range of influential and challenging speakers, take part in mentoring sessions and workshops, and see some of the best female comedians, musicians, performers and writers around.

Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, Lambeth, SE1 8XX, Tuesday, March 7, to Sunday, March 12. Details: 020 7960 4200

Patience

Willowy poets, sighing maidens, hearty milkmaids and burly officers – all become targets of Gilbert and Sullivan’s razor-sharp wit.

Hackney Empire, 291 Mare Street, E8 1EJ, Wednesday, March 8, to Friday, March 10. Details: 02089 852424

Take That Experience

Wowing audiences wherever they perform with their amazing vocals, stunning costumes and electrifying dance routines, this tribute act continues to successfully recreate the magic of Take That.

Chelmsford City Theatres, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG, Wednesday, March 8. Details: 01245 606505

East London and West Essex Guardian Series:

London Drinker Beer and Cider Festival

Now in its 33th year, this is one of the longest running beer festivals in London and for the first time ever, the main hall is dedicated to real ales and craft beers brewed in London. In total there will be 150 London craft beers, imported beers (including American beers courtesy of the Brewers Association), ciders and perries. 2017 will also see a small selection of English wine.

Camden Centre, Bidborough Street, WC1H 9AU, Wednesday, March 8, to Friday, March 10. Details: northlondon.camra.org.uk

A Disappearing Act

A comedy about how you want to be remembered and what you hope people will forget. Inspired by stories in the news, TED talks and magic, A Disappearing Act explores our mortality and the rituals we use to accept it.

Dugdale Centre, Thomas Hardy House, London Road, Enfield EN2 6DS, Wednesday, March 8, to Friday, March 10, 7.45pm. Details: 020 8807 6680

Four Thieves’ Vinegar

1665, Newgate Prison. Matthias, an alchemist, has been thrown into prison for debt. There he is joined by Hannah, a widow held for raising a riot, and young Jennet, who is sentenced to hang for theft. All three of them are busy plotting against each other in their efforts to escape when the pestilence arrives in Newgate. Four Thieves’ Vinegar explores the behaviour of ordinary people in times of disaster and examines which elements of the human spirit remain indestructible.

The Barons Court Theatre, 28A Comeragh Road, W14 9HR, Wednesday, March 8, to Sunday, March 26. Details: 020 8932 4747

East London and West Essex Guardian Series: ORGAN RECITAL '2012 REVISITED'" by BILL SIBBEY

Musical Evening on the Grand Willis Organ

The Alexandra Palace Organ Appeal hosts a musical evening on the Grand Willis Organ. John Pryer will be demonstrating the art of improvisation on the organ, and finalists will compete to win the Alexandra Palace Bert Allwood Organ Scholarship.

Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, N22 7AY, Thursday, March 9, 7pm. Details: 020 8365 2121

West End After Hours

A brand new unique, intimate and raucous cabaret night featuring the best upcoming and existing musical theatre talent. Expect a spontaneous revue of covers, classics, and mash-ups.

The Vaults Theatre, Launcelot Street, SE1 7AD, Thursday, March 9, 11pm. Details: 020 7401 9603

The Art of the Brick: DC Super Heroes

Created by legendary LEGO artist Nathan Sawaya, this contemporary art exhibition uses nearly 2,000,000 bricks to create large-scale sculptures of the most enduring superheroes and supervillains: from Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, to The Joker and Harley Quinn.

South Bank, SE1 8XX, until Friday, March 31. Details: aotbdc.co.uk