1. Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday, Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, April 12 to 14, 1.30pm and 4pm (Thursday), 11am and 2pm (Friday and Saturday). £13.50. 01206 573948.

The enchanting world of the CBeebies’ hit animated series is brought to life on stage, featuring a host of wonderful characters from the BAFTA Award-winning TV show.

2. From Zimbabwe with Love, Headgate Theatre, Chapel Street North, Colchester, tomorrow, 7.45pm, £10, £9 concessions. 01206 366000.

From Serendipity Theatre Company this is one man’s journey across continents and cultures in an uplifting story about family ties, love and honesty.

3. Signals free workshops, Colchester Library, Trinity Street, Tuesday (10am to 12.30pm) and Wednesday (10am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 4.30pm). signals.org.uk

Next week Signals Media Arts are re-locating to Colchester Library for a series of free workshops. On Tuesday the animation workshop will give eight to 11 year-olds the chance to make their own mini movie with art materials and animation software, while on Wednesday it’s a chance to get an introduction into video game making using scratch software to create mini games and animations. To take part in the free workshops you will need an Essex Library card and to book a place on-line via signals.org.uk

4. Kristian Borring Quartet, Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, doors 7pm. £14, £12 concessions. 01206 500900.

Danish guitarist and composer Kristian Borring makes his debut in Britain’s oldest recorded town, as part of his current UK tour to promote his latest album, Live at the Vortex.

5. Colchester Heritage Tour with High Steward Sir Bob Russell - Tour A, starts from, Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Sunday,10am. £5 donation. 01206 500900.

One of the most unique guided tours in the country as the town’s former MP and knight of the realm takes visitors on a fascinating trip around its historic sites.