Theatre

May

Until 28 - Dial M for Murder at Festival Theatre, Malvern. 2.30pm & 8pm. £14-£22. Box Office (01684) 892277.

Until 28 - Something Unspoken by Tennessee Williams & World Premier by Charles Mander presented by the Colwall Players at Colwall Village Hall. 7.30pm. £10 from John Goodwin Estate Agent incl hot interval supper.

Until 28 - The Dumb Waiter by Harold Pinter & And I Concert by Frank Ryding at the Conquest Theatre, Bromyard. 8pm. £6 & £7 from (01885) 488575.

30-June 4 - The Unexpected Man by Yasmina Reza at the Festival Theatre, Malvern. 2.30pm & 8pm. £16-£24. Box Office (01684) 892277.

June

1&2 - A Dazzling Display of Stage Illusion at the Forum, Malvern Theatres. 7.30pm. £12-£18. Box office (01684) 892277.

Concerts

May

27 - Music from the 16th Century to the present at Big School, Malvern College. 7pm. Admission free.

28 - Musical evening at Sheppard House, Newent. £5 from Sheppard House.

29 - Malvern Hills District Brass Band in concert at Priory Park, Great Malvern. 2.30-4pm.

30 - Organ recital with Ashley Tidy at Malvern Priory, 12 noon.

June

1 - Elgar Birthday Concert, Thomas Eisner and Jessica Duchen, Elgar Birthplace Museum, Lower Broadheath, 7.30pm.

3&4 - Mary Magdalene by Roger Jones at Lansdowne Crescent Methodist Church, Malvern. 7.30pm. Admission by donation. Presented by Malvern Christian Witness Choir in aid of Harvest Help.

5 - Malvern Chase Brass Band in concert at Priory Park, Great Malvern. 2.30-4pm.

12 - The Shirley Band in concert at Priory Park, Great Malvern. 2.30-4pm.

19 - The Forest of Dean Brass in concert at Priory Park, Great Malvern. 2.30-4pm.

26 - Lydbrook Band in concert at Priory Park, Great Malvern. 2.30-4pm.

Cinemas

Malvern Cinema: Star Wars III - The Revenge of the Sith (12A). Daily: 7.30pm, Sat, Sun & Thurs 3pm.

Odeon Worcester: Star Wars III - The Revenge of the Sith (12A). Friday to Thursday: 11.45am, 2.50pm, 6.10pm. 9.05pm. House of Wax (15). Friday to Thursday: 1.35pm, 4.25pm, 6.45pm, 9.15pm. It's All Gone Pete Tong (15). Friday to Thursday: 3.20pm, 5.20pm, 7.20pm, 9.25pm. The Pacifier (PG). Friday to Thursday: 11.55am, 2pm, 4.05pm, 5.55pm, 7.50pm. Millions (12A). Friday to Thursday: 2.10pm, 4.15pm, 6.20pm, 8.35pm. Seed of Chucky (15). Friday to Wednesday: 3pm, 9.45pm. Thursday only: 9.45pm. The Jacket (15). Friday to Wednesday: 4.50pm, 9.35pm. Kingdom of Heaven (15). Friday to Wednesday: 6.55pm only. Clifford's Big Movie (U). Friday to Thursday: 12.05pm, 1.45pm. Monster In Law (12A). Friday to Thursday: 1pm, 5.05pm, 8.55pm. The Hitchkickers Guide To The Galaxy (PG). Friday to Thursday: 3.05pm, 7.05pm. The Wedding Date (12A). Friday to Wednesday: 1pm only. Valiant (U). Friday to Thursday: 11.35am only. Pooh's Heffalump Movie (U). Friday to Thursday: 11.25am only. Robots (U). Friday to Thursday: 11.25pm only. Sin City (18). Thursday, June 2: 1.55pm, 4.34pm, 6.55pm, 9.35pm. Movie Mob - Son Of The Mask (PG). Saturday to Tuesday: 11.15am. Senior Screen - Shall We Dance (15). Wednesday: 10.30am.

UGC Cinemas, Gloucester: House of Wax (15). Friday and Saturday: 1.10pm, 3.45pm, 6.20pm, 8.55pm. Sunday to Wednesday: 11.55am, 3.30pm, 6.15pm, 9pm. The Pacifier (PG). Friday to Thursday: 10.55am, 1.10pm, 3.40pm, 6.10pm, 8.40pm. Millions (12A). Friday and Saturday: 11.10am, 1.20pm, 3.40pm, 6pm, 8.30pm. Sunday to Thursday: 11am, 1.10pm, 3.30pm, 5.50pm, 7.30pm, 8.15pm. Monster In Law (12A). Friday to Wednesday: 12.40pm, 3pm, 5.20pm, 8.35pm. Valiant (U). Saturday to Thursday: 10.10am.

Film Shows

May

29 - Bridget Jones The Edge of Reason (15) at The Market Theatre, Ledbury. 7.30pm. Tickets (01531) 632769.

June

30 - The Pianist at Newent Memorial Hall. 7.30pm.

Pop and Rock

May

27 - Will Killeen, Express Inn, Quest Hills Road, Malvern. 9pm. Free admission.

27 - Disco at The Cavalry Arms, Clarence Road, Malvern. 8pm till late. Free admission.

27 - The Sounds of the Supremes at the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, Spring Lane, Malvern Link. £10 from 01684 568123.

27 - The Wanderers at the Cross Keys, Belmont Road, Malvern. 9pm.

28 - The Fabulous Boogies Boys at Powick Parish Hall. 8pm. £12.50 incl supper on 01905 830126/803607. Organised by Powick Players.

28 - Clive John at the Cross Keys, Belmont Road, Malvern. 9pm.

28 - Straightjacket at the Newtown Club, Malvern. 9pm. £1.

29 - Karaoke Knights at the Cross Keys, Belmont Road, Malvern 8pm.

30 - Discofever at the Cross Keys, Belmont Road, Malvern. 9pm.

June

3 - Discofever at the Cross Keys, Belmont Road, Malvern. 8pm.

4 - Michael Take at the Cross Keys, Belmont Road, Malvern. 9pm.

Folk and Jazz

May

28 - The Perdido Street Jazz Band at Haley Castle High School. 8pm. £10 from (01886) 880563 or (01684) 593794.

Clubs & Societies

May

31 - Malvern branch Royal Artillery Assoc will meet in Worcester, not the usual venue. Gunners wishing to attend should call 01684 540605/561987.

31 - Wellington Heath Improvers Duplicate Bridge Club meet at Wellington Heath Memorial Hall. 2-5.15pm. £1.50.

Sales & Bazaars

June

4 - Gardeners' market at Powick Parish Hall. 9.30am-1pm. Admission free.

5 - Antiques Fair, Three Counties Showground, 8.30am - 4.30pm.

Miscellaneous

May

27 - Crib drive at the Newtown Club, Malvern. 8.30pm. Admission free.

27-29 - The Lion & Pepperpot beer festival at The White Lion Hotel, Upton-upon-Severn.

28 - Powick church annual fete at Powick Parish Hall & grounds. Noon-5pm. In aid of organ fund & repairs.

28-30 - Classic car event at Earls Croome, near Upton-upon-Severn. £1 adults, 50p children.

28-30 - 17th Cenutry Weekend, Lower Brockhampton, nr Bromyard, noon to 4pm

29 - Crystal choices workshop at Malvern Integrated Health Centre. 1.30-5.30pm. Details 01684 576339.

29 - West Mercia Marching Bands Championships, Morgan's Field, Spring Lane, 10am - 5pm.

30 - Garden fete at St Joseph's RC Church, Upton. 2pm. Admission free.

30 - Centennial fun day at The Downs School, Colwall. 2-5pm.

31 - New class on releasing stress, training mind & body at Friends Meeting House, Orchard Road, Great Malvern. 7.30pm. Details 01684 562528.

31 - Friends Worcs group meet at the Talbot, Barbourne, Worcester. 8.30pm. Details 01905 428666/345340.

June

1 - Take Two social group for unattached adults meet at the Northwick, Worcester. Details (01684) 569494.

2 - Exercise to music for over-50s, Scout Hunt, Redland Road, Malvern Link, 10am-11am. 01531 630200.

2 - Reiki Share at The Malvern Integrated Health Centre 7.30-9.30pm. Ring Gail on 01684 576339 for more details.

3 - Tea dance at the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, Spring Lane, Malvern Link. 2.30-5pm. Organised by Age Concern.

4 - Village fete at Cannon House, Defford. 2.30pm. 50 adult, children free.

5 - Drawing class with Filbert Splosh at Canon Froome Court, near Ledbury. £30 bookings before May 20 on (01531) 670126/670203.

5 - Charity auction at Welland Village Hall. 3.30pm. In aid of Planters fund. Details (01684) 575065.

11 - Auction of promises at the Lyttelton Rooms, Church Street, Great Malvern. 7.30pm. Organised by Malvern Priory mission.

15 - Gardeners' question time with Reg Moule at Powick Parish Hall. 7.30pm. £5 from (01905) 840786.

For Children

May

28 - Quing at Theatre of Small Convenience, Edith Walk, Great Malvern. On demand. £1 per show.

30-31 - Dance workshops, Hill Centre, Upton, 10am-2pm. To book phone 01684 592319.

June

1-3 - Sea Britain Treasure Trail. Follow the treasure map around Croome Park to learn more about intrepid plant hunters. Normal admission, 50p per treasure map. For details, call 01905 371006.

4&5 - Crazy Critters dragonfly making, bug hunting, nature trail, colouring competition and more at Croome Park. Normal admission, small charge for trail and competition

18 - Children's drama workshops at St James's School, West Malvern. Ages 5-7yrs. 10-11am or 11.30am-12.30pm. £1. Details (01684) 560851.

21 - Toy Theatre at Malvern Cinema. 11am & 2pm. Ages 3+. £5.50. Box office (01684) 892277.

21 - Recycling workshop at Malvern Youth Centre. 10am. Ages 13-19 yrs. Admission free. Bring packed lunch. Details (01684) 540676.

Exhibitions

May

28-30 - Ledbury Art Society, Burgage Hall, Church Lane, Ledbury, 10am-5pm.

Until 31- Work by Loretta Proctor at Malvern Hills Gallery, Worcester Road, Malvern. Mon-Sat 10am- 5pm.

Until Sept 28 - The Host of Angels Experience at St Nicholas Church, Earls Croome. Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday 2-5pm.

June

1-29 - Photographs commemorating 60th anniversary of VE Day at Upton Library. Admission free.

Gardens

May & June

Moors Meadow Garden and Nursery open daily. 11am-5pm. Closed Weds & Thurs. Details (01885) 410318.

Barnards Green House, Malvern open Thurs 2-6pm. £2.50, children free. Teas.

Until July 14-Little Malvern Court & Gardens every Wednesday and Thursday until mid-July. 2.15-5pm. Hall and gardens £5, hall or garden £4.

Until Sept 28-The Bannut, Bringsty, nr Bromyard. Wednesday, weekend and bank holidays 12.30-5pm. Refreshments. £3 adults, £1.50 children. Details (01885) 482206.

21 - Gardens open at Davenham & Perrins House, Graham Road, Malvern. 2-4.30pm. £1.50 adults.

22 - Garden open at Kilma Lodge, Evendine Lane, Colwall. 2-5pm. £2.50. Teas & plants for sale. In aid of NGS.

Walks

May

28 - The Severn Plain. Meet Imperial Road 9.30am for 6 mile easy walk form Old Hills along the Severn and back. BPL. Leaders: Muriel & Mike (01684) 574097. MHDFS.

June

1 - Ageing Well, Malvern Walk, Red Lion Inn, Kington. 10am. Four-mile route. Pub lunch available. 01684 563321 or 5560764.

1 - Meet 2pm Pickersleigh Centre for walk no 5 The QinetiQ Walk shorter route two-and-a-half miles. Details (01684) 567854. Sole Mates Walking Group.

1 - Meet 10am North Quarry for Mums up the Malverns Walk.

2 - From Worcester Road to Colwall. Meet the Market House, Ledbury 6.30pm for easy walk. Leaders: David & Barbara 635327. Ledbury Amblers.

2 - Elgar Birthplace. Meet Imperial Road 9am for five-mile easy walk to the west of Broadheath. Leader: Terry (01684) 575725. MHDFS.

3 - Meet 10am Pickersleigh Centre for walk no 4 , The Station Walk, two miles. Details 01684 567854. Sole Mates Walking Group.

4 - Meet 10am at Rhydd for walk by the River Severn via Clevelode. Leader: Joyce 01684 540614. Friends of the Malvern Hills.

5 - Midsummer Hill walk. Adults £5, concessions £3, children £1. Details (01905) 855455.