A LOOK at what's on at the Winter Gardens, the Grand Theatre and Studio

Winter Gardens

(01253 292029)

Roy 'Chubby' Brown -- risque adult humour.

Venue: North Pier Theatre. March 30 and 31. Times and ticket prices tbc.

It's An Easter Cracker -- comedy extravaganza starring Frank Carson, Mick Miller, Duncan Norvelle and Norman Collier with compere Paul Adams and the Martyn St James Band.

Venue: Opera House. March 30 at 7.30pm. Tickets £12.

Northern Soul Dance All Day Event -- a full-skirted, soul extravaganza bringing back the heady nights of Wigan Casino.

Venue: Winter Gardens. April 27 from 10am for record fair and events. Bands from approx 10pm to late. Tickets £17.50.

Grand Theatre

(01253 290190)

Sing-A-Long-A Abba Live In Concert -- The Swedish supergroup's greatest live on a big screen hits with subtitles. Dressing up optional.

March 22 at 7.30pm. Tickets £13.

Best of British Rhythm & Blues -- Georgie Fame and the Blue Flames, The Animals, Cliff Bennett & The Rebel Rousers and Zoot Money all together on one bill.

March 23 at 7.30pm. Tickets from £12.50 to £16.50.

The Reduced Shakespeare Company present The Bible: The Complete Word of God (abridged) -- a breathtakingly hilarious potted version of the good book.

March 26 at 7.30pm. Tickets £12.50.

Reach Out -- Motown tribute evening.

March 27 at 7.30pm.

The Chuckle Brothers in Raiders of the Lost Bark -- crazy comedy duo in an action-packed trip to Eygpt for the whole family.

March 28 &29 at 2pm & 5pm. Tickets from £6 to £8.50.

Grand Theatre Studio

Robin Hood -- Riotous farce and a generous helping of genuinely moving drama as Ophaboom takes a new look at the famous tight-wearer of Sherwood Forest.

March 22 at 8pm. Tickets £7.50.

In Celebration of The Music of Ivor Novello -- Evergreen Productions and CTC brings the songs of the famous composer back to life including We'll Gather Lilacs, Rose of England and My Dearest Dear.

April 23 and 24 at 2.30pm. Single event £6.50. Series ticket £22.