Ten of the Best: Your guide to what to see around Nottinghamshire this week

1 Harry Enfield and No Chums, Nottingham Royal Concert Hall, Sunday, October 25

From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, legendary satirical comedian and self-styled ‘stupid idiot’ Harry Enfield will reflect on 40 years in comedy and bring some of his favourite characters vividly back to life on stage.

Then it’s over to your questions and your chance to ask how it all works for him, what he’s most proud of, and what he says to the many who ask, ‘you wouldn’t be allowed to do your stuff today, would you?’

Visit trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

Please note: This show is recommended for over-18s only.

2 Professor Brian Cox: Emergence, Nottingham Motorpoint Arena, Thursday, October 29

After performing his smash-hit show Horizons to nearly half a million people across the world, Prof Brian Cox is back with his new world tour Emergence.

Brian has appeared in many landmark science programs for BBC radio and television over the last 15 years, from the Peabody Award-winning Wonders of the Solar System to the world-wide hit series The Planets.

Now he is back on tour with what he describes as ‘the most ambitious live show I’ve ever written’.

Visit motorpointarenanottingham.com/shows/show.aspx?sh=BRIANMP26 for tickets.

3 Chess, Nottingham Theatre Royal, Wednesday, October 28 until Saturday, October 31

Nottingham Operatic Society bring this reimagined production of Sir Tim Rice, Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus’ West End smash-hit to the Theatre Royal.

Set against the gripping backdrop of American and Russian political rivalry, this powerful love story is brought to life through a dazzling score featuring One Night in Bangkok, Anthem, Heaven Help My Heart, Pity The Child and I Know Him So Well.

Visit trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

4 Any Young Mechanic, Nottingham, The Chapel, Monday, October 26

Taking their name from a line in ‘Hooray For Hollywood’ – inspired by its jarring use in Robert Altman’s film The Long Goodbye – the rising Australian alt-folk five-piece blend classical training, DIY indie sensibilities and modern UK experimental influences into a widescreen acoustic soundscape.

Having built a fierce reputation on the road before ever officially releasing music – including becoming the first band to play Reading & Leeds Festival without a single released track – the group continues to solidify their status as one of contemporary folk's most compelling live acts.

Visit songkick.com/concerts/43350487-any-young-mechanic-at-chapel?utm_source=46422&utm_medium=partner for tickets.

5 Northern Ballet – Cinderella, Nottingham Theatre Royal, Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24

Masters of storytelling Northern Ballet are bringing their new production of the famous fairytale to Nottingham, performed to Prokofiev's famous classical score played live by the Northern Ballet Sinfonia.

This new version brings to life all the key elements of the traditional rags-to-riches fairy tale from evil stepmothers to a love-struck Prince, but with choreographer Michael Pink’s own spin as Cinderella is watched over, not by a Fairy Godmother, but by the spirit of her own mother, helping from afar to bring about her happily ever after.

Visit trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

6 The Proclaimers, Nottingham Royal Concert Hall, Tuesday, October 27

With a legacy spanning over three decades and inspiring the hit musical and film Sunshine On Leith, The Proclaimers have carved out a niche for themselves with their blend of pop, folk, new wave and punk

In the process, they have enjoyed gold and platinum singles and albums in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Their live shows are celebrated for their energy, passion and big-hearted songs and on this latest tour they will perform all their classic hits, including I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles), Letter from America, Sunshine on Leith and tracks from their latest album.

Visit trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

7 The Furrow Collective, Nottingham Lakeside Arts, Tuesday, October 27

Drawn together by a shared love of the traditional song and balladry of England, Scotland and beyond and an open, intuitive approach to collaboration, The Furrow Collective share timeless songs and ballads of this world and others, with storytelling at their heart.

Visit lakesidearts.org.uk/event/the-furrow-collective/ for tickets.

8 The Comedy Store, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Saturday, October 24

Another top night of laughter is in store at the Palace, headlined by Christian Reilly, a musical comedian and global comedy circuit headliner who has performed at comedy festivals around the world, as well as on BBC radio and television.

Joining him is Liam Farrelly, whose young career has already seen him nominated for, and win, a raft of awards, New Zealander Sully O'Sullivan with his trademark energetic deadpan style and famously rambunctious crowd work and Manchester’s Josh Jones, one of the most exciting comedy voices to emerge from the north west in recent years.

Tickets are £19.50 at mansfieldpalace.co.uk or on 01623 463133.

Please note, this show is recommended for over-16s only.

9 Michael Portillo, Nottingham Royal Concert Hall, Saturday, October 24

Leading politician, Government minister, traveller, TV presenter, Michael Portillo will be sharing funny, insightful, and poignant stories from his extraordinarily rich and varied life.

The son of a refugee who rose to become one of Britain’s leading politicians and best loved broadcasters, Michael Portillo’s life has been a game of two halves.

As a statesman he served under Margaret Thatcher, ran for the leadership of the Conservative Party, and lost his seat in one of the most famous moments in British political history, only to become one of the nation’s favourite broadcasters, sparring with Diane Abbott and Andrew O’Neill and enthralling millions of us with his travels on the world’s greatest railways.

In this unique stage show, Michael will share his life story, from his late father’s experiences of the Spanish Civil War and escape to England, where he and Michael’s mother met while looking after refugee children, all the way to his present-day adventures travelling across Spain, the USA, India, and beyond.

Hear funny and insightful observations about his old boss Margaret Thatcher, his reflections on the decay of political power and his break into TV – including the time he became a single mum.

And, of course, he’ll talk about the great railway journeys he has undertaken and what they can tell us about the history and state of the world today.

Visit trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

Please note: This show is recommended for over-14s only.

10 Ice Age Adventure Live, Mansfied Palace Theatre, Saturday, October 24

This frosty, fast-paced adventure whisks families back in time to a snow-covered world of towering glaciers and forgotten creatures.

Along the way, young explorers will trek through frozen valleys, outwit sabre-toothed surprises, and befriend the coolest cavemen around - plus a few long-lost dodo pals for good measure.

The heart of the story centres on a daring mission to save a woolly mammoth, with the audience invited to jump in and help when the adventure heats up.

Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 for tickets.