1. Charlie Hedges

Co-presenter on the Kiss FM breakfast show and world-class DJ, she has played gigs at famous Ibiza venues Space and Pacha.

Club Batchwood, Batchwood Drive, St Albans, Saturday, May 2, 8.30pm. Details: 01727 856596, clubbatchwood.com

2. Sharon Shannon

Irish accordionist Sharon is credited with making this traditional instrument popular again in her home country with multi-platinum record sales, number one singles and top performances in Ireland.

Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, Sunday, May 3, 7.30pm. Details: 01582 767525, harpendenpublichalls.co.uk

3. Grumpy Old Women: Fifty Shades of Beige

Perrier Award-winning comedian Jenny Eclair will be joined by Coronation Street actress Susie Blake and Casualty star Kate Robbins.

Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Sunday, May 3, 8pm. Details: 01727 844488, alban-arena.co.uk

4. Yak

Yak are playing packed-out gigs in London and now the trio have released their début single Hungry Heart in February.

The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans, Wednesday, May 6, 8pm. Details: 01727 853143, thehorn.co.uk

5. Playhouse Creatures

A glimpse into the lives of the first actresses to appear on the English stage. It is 1669 and King Charles II insists women play female parts in the theatre. This play follows the lives of five of these pioneering actresses.

Maltings Arts Theatre, Level 2, The Maltings, St Albans, May 7 to 10, various times. Details: 0333 666 3366, maltingsartstheatre.co.uk