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THINGS TO DO IN APRIL 5

Have a laugh

Take a trip with the star of Dead Ringers, Spitting Image, The Imitation Game and Bad Girls, as Debra Stephenson hurtles through time in a multiverse of musical icons from Billy Holliday to Billie Eilish, Shirley Bassey to Kate Bush, with live musical accompaniment.

And, with Debra's trademark comedic impressions of well-known politicians and celebrities, there's plenty of fun and laughter along the way. The many voices of Debra Stephenson is at Wiltshire Music Centre on Sunday 30 April, 7.30pm. Tickets £22, available at wiltshiremusic.org.uk

Go shopping

Blow away the winter cobwebs and indulge in a bit of eco-friendly retail therapy at The Vintage Bazaar. You’ll be able to buy from some of the country’s best dealers in vintage textiles, decorative antiques and French brocante, as well as a hand-picked selection of designer makers. Plus, you’ll have the chance to explore Frome: a busy town packed with independent shops, vintage haunts and galleries. The bazaar will take place at The Cheese and Grain in Frome on 22 April, 9am–2pm. thevintagebazaar.com

Expand your mind

Pay Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution a visit over the next month and learn something new. On 24 April, BRLSI will team up with Bath

Shakespeare Society to celebrate the 400th anniversary of one of the most important books ever, Shakespeare’s First Folio; and on 27 April, Professor Mark Brosnan and Dr Tom Arthur will consider autism, with their talk addressing how research could be used to boost independence and wellbeing within the autistic community. For tickets and further information, visit brlsi.org/whats-on

Celebrate Easter

As we approach Easter, experience one of the most moving Christian works ever written, by one of the greatest composers who ever lived: St. John Passion by J.S. Bach. Featuring Ruairi Bowen as Evangelist, the Abbey Girls and Lay Clerks will perform alongside baroque specialists Rejouissance. This event will take place at the Bath Abbey Churchyard on 5 April at 7.30pm. Tickets from £10 (16s and under half price) from Bath Box Office. You can also celebrate the holidays with the Abbey’s Family Easter Trail (until 16 April). Pick up a free trail sheet at the Welcome Desk, track down the answers, decode the mystery message and celebrate with a free mini egg! bathabbey.org | bathboxoffice.org.uk

Travel back in time

Visitors to the Roman Baths can enjoy the ‘Royal Roman Quest’ spring trail from 1 April to 31 May. The whole family can help in the search for the Roman Emperor’s new crown; for younger visitors, crowns will be hidden to spot as they explore the ancient site, while older kids will be encouraged to look out for headwear suitable for an Emperor within the collection. The trail is included in Roman Baths admission. Discounted family tickets available. Book online at romanbaths.co.uk

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