What's on in Watford this week

Think Floyd

This extraordinary band, dubbed the Definitive Pink Floyd Experience, are renowned for their stunning celebration of the music of one of the world's greatest bands. 2019 celebrates the 40th anniversary of The Wall, one of the bestselling albums of all time, and this brand new show will feature the complete album as well as the whole range of classic Pink Floyd songs. Backed by their dedicated team of sound and lighting engineers and an impressive laser light show, this exciting production will recreate all the atmosphere, visual magnitude and musical excellence of Pink Floyd live on stage.

The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Friday, January 18, 7.30pm. Details: 01923859291 radlettcentre.co.uk

Mike Barry’s Uptown Gang

New Uptown Gang have a policy to play interesting tunes from today and yesteryear, including a mix of classic New Orleans Jazz and from various jazz periods in Light Traditional Style. They aim to be smart in appearance, to play well musically, to entertain those listening and to provide an infectious beat in the jazz style.

Pump House Theatre, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, Thursday, January 17, 8.15pm. Details: 01923 467269 pumphouse.info

Our House

Based in 1980s Camden Town, Our House tells the story of London lad Joe Casey who, on the night of his sixteenth birthday, takes Sarah, the girl of his dreams, out on their first date. In an effort to impress her with bravado, he breaks into a building site overlooking his home on Casey Street, which is owned by Mister Pressman, a high-end property developer. The police turn up, at which point Joe’s life splits into two: the Good Joe, who stays to help, and Bad Joe, who flees. Featuring a collection of Madness hits including House of Fun, Baggy Trousers, Driving in my Car, It Must Be Love and Our House, the show is a huge British musical hit.

Pump House Theatre, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, Friday, January 18, to Saturday, January 26, various times. Details: 01923 467269 pumphouse.info

Hairspray

It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire: to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning teen queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network.

Watersmeet Theatre, High Street, Rickmansworth, Thursday, January 17, to Saturday, January 19, various times. Details: 01923 711063 watersmeet.co.uk

The Tragedy of King Richard II

Simon Russell Beale plays William Shakespeare’s Richard II, broadcast live from the stage of the Almeida Theatre in London. Richard II, King of England, is irresponsible, foolish and vain. His weak leadership sends his kingdom into disarray and his court into uproar. Seeing no other option but to seize power, the ambitious Bolingbroke challenges the throne and the king’s divine right to rule.

Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, Tuesday, January 15, 7pm. Details: 01923 225671 watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

Puss in Boots

Puss in Boots is a thoroughly traditional family pantomime, with lots of singing and dancing, fun and laughter, and, of course, a proper Pantomime Dame. Poor John is thrown out of his home, with his cat, by his selfish brothers, but he meets a mysterious stranger who gives the cat a pair of magic boots to transform him into the walking, talking, singing, dancing Puss in Boots.

St Edmund's Hall, Pinner Road, Northwood, Saturday, January 12, to Saturday, January 19. Details: 020 8428 1349 boxoffice@arrowplayers.org.uk

Birding in Ethiopia

Hear about the tales of Ann Farrer's travels with her late husband, Phil, in Ethiopia, to see mammals and birds.

The Russell School, Brushwood Drive, Chorleywood, Thursday, January 17, 8pm. Details: rspb.org.uk