1. Pharaohs and Gladiators

Unlock the lives of Egyptian pharaohs and Roman gladiators at the Museum of St Albans and Verulamium Museum. You can make your own Egyptian mask or clay soul horse, meet a Roman soldier, and learn from a talk on Gruesome Egyptian Gods.

St Albans Museum, Hatfield Road, and Verulamium Museum, St Michael’s Street, St Albans, until April 16. Details: 01727 819340, stalbansmuseums.org.uk

2. Snow White on Ice

Join the Russian Ice Stars on a magical journey through one of the best-loved fairy-tales of all time. The story of an enchanted mirror, a beautiful girl and a shiny red apple comes to life on ice, with ballet, gymnastics and aerial acrobatics. And TV’s Rustie Lee.

Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, April 8 to 12, 2pm, 7.30pm, Wednesday, 7.30pm only. Details: 01727 844488, alban-arena.co.uk

3. Mercury

After a decade on tour, this band have established themselves as the UK’s premier Queen tribute act.

Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, Saturday, April 11, 7.30pm. Details: 01582 767525, harpendenpublichalls.co.uk

4. The Smyths

This tribute act to 1980s band The Smyths formed in 2003 and went on to play all over the UK, including at Glastonbury festival. The Smyths pride themselves on recreating the experience of seeing the real deal.

The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans, Saturday, April 11, 9pm. Details: 01727 853143, thehorn.co.uk

5. Pete Long’s Ellingtones

Known for his cheerful personality and musical excellence, Herts Jazz favourite Pete Long makes a welcome return. This evening promises a tremendous line-up to pay respect to Duke Ellington.

Screen 2, Hawthorne Theatre, Welwyn Garden City, Sunday, April 12, 7.30pm. Details: 0300 3039 620, hertsjazz.co.uk