What's on in Watford this weekend, 1st and 2nd June, 2019

The Wizard of Oz

Come and meet Dorothy as she goes on a magical adventure to the land of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she tries to find her way home. Along the way she makes new friends with the Scarecrow who longs for a brain, the Tin Man who really wants a heart and the very cowardly Lion who is desperate to be brave and have some courage. It’s not going to be easy for Dorothy to find her way home with the Wicked Witch of the West keeping a close eye on her. Will the great and powerful Oz be able to help? This spectacular spring pantomime adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s classic story is packed with good jokes, quality song and dance routines, spectacular scenery and plenty more for all the family.

The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1, various times. Details: 01923859291 radlettcentre.co.uk

Face 2 Face Musical Concert

Face 2 Face music group is performing a charity fundraising concert in aid of Friends of Tariro, which aims to help orphans and the poor in Zimbabwe. This concert will include a medley of jazz, pop, classical, ballads, opera and Christian songs and also commemorates the grand opening of the church after refurbishment.

St Mary's Church, High Street, Watford, Saturday, June 1, 7pm. Details: 07732 687870 rudi@friendsoftariro.org.uk

Back to Bacharach

A masterclass in melody and great feel-good songs with breath-taking performances from West End vocalists and the amazing musicianship of the Magic Moments Orchestra. Be dazzled by a non-stop parade of classic hits such as What The World Needs Now, The Look of Love, Wishin’ & Hopin’, What’s New Pussycat?, and many more.

The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Sunday, June 2, 5.30pm. Details: 01923859291 radlettcentre.co.uk

The Case for Christ (PG)

Based on the true story of an award-winning investigative journalist - and avowed atheist - who sets out to disprove the newfound Christian faith of his wife, with unexpected, life-altering results.

Watersmeet Theatre, High Street, Rickmansworth, Saturday, June 1, 2pm and 5pm. Details: 01923 711063 watersmeet.co.uk

Dumbo (U)

A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a struggling circus, but when the circus plans a new venture, Dumbo and his friends discover dark secrets beneath its shiny veneer.

Watersmeet Theatre, High Street, Rickmansworth, Friday, May 31, 11am, 2pm, 5pm and 8pm. Details: 01923 711063 watersmeet.co.uk

Yellow Comedy

Headliner is Eamon Goodfellow and also appearing are up to five participants taking place in Yellow Comedy Golden Comedian of the Year 2019 Qualifying Heat 3.

Waddington Road Coffee + Kitchen, 6 Waddington Road, St Albans, Friday, May 31, 8pm. Details: yellowcomedy.com

An Evening with Victoria Hislop

The gripping new novel by Sunday Times bestseller Victoria Hislop is set against the backdrop of the German occupation of Greece, the subsequent civil war and a military dictatorship. Themis is part of a family bitterly divided by politics and, as a young woman, her fury with those who have collaborated with the Nazis drives her to fight for the Communists. She is eventually imprisoned on the notorious islands of exile, Makronisos and Trikeri, and has to make a life or death decision. Join Chorleywood Bookshop and Victoria Hislop as she sheds light on the complexity of Greece's traumatic past and weaves it into the dynamic tale of a woman who is both hero and villain, and her lifelong fight for justice.

Chorleywood War Memorial Hall, Common Road, Chorleywood, Friday, May 31, 7.30pm. Details: 01923 283566 chilternbookshops.co.uk