Ten of the Best - your guide to what to see around Notts in the days ahead

1 Steve Steinman's Vampires Rock Eternal Love - The Musical, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Saturday February 14

Audiences can sink their teeth into a darkly romantic night of rock, passion and theatrical spectacle as Steve Steinman’s hit musical storms into town. Eternal Love is an electrifying new chapter in Steinman’s hugely successful Vampires Rock trilogy - a gothic rock musical packed with original music, epic love, wicked humour and spectacular West End-scale production values. Written, produced, directed by and starring rock impresario Steve Steinman, the show marks a bold new beginning for the cult phenomenon ahead of its London debut, with the production drawing comparisons with The Rocky Horror Show. Steinman once again takes centre stage as the charismatic and dangerous Baron Von Rockula, a vampire cursed by eternal life and an undying love.

Set over two centuries, the story follows Baron Von Rockula and his band of misfit vampires, driven from their ancestral home - the legendary Club Live And Let Die - and forced into hiding. Years later, the Baron returns to reclaim his castle and search for his lost love Pandora, believed dead in a devastating fire. At his side is Bosley, his loyal but hapless butler, whose attempts to help often lead to comical consequences.

With more than 20 powerful original songs, a full cast of top singers, dancers and live musicians, Vampires Rock: Eternal Love promises a thrilling fusion of theatre and rock concert – billed as “seductive, funny and unapologetically dramatic”.

Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 to book.

2 Sunny Afternoon, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, February 17 to 21

The hit musical is a story of friendship, fame and rock history, set to a soundtrack of era-defining songs that brings the sound of the ‘60s roaring back to life. It tells the remarkable true story behind The Kinks, the band that changed rock music forever, with a back catalogue of unforgettable hits including You Really Got Me, Lola, Waterloo Sunset and All Day and All of the Night. With music and lyrics by the legendary Ray Davies, Sunny Afternoon is a celebration of rock ‘n’ roll, rebellion and the anthems that still move us today. Visit www.trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

3 Celine: My Heart Will Go On, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Thursday February 12

Step into the world of Celine Dion with My Heart Will Go On, a concert experience that brings the legendary singer’s hits to life. Featuring a live band, My Heart Will Go On takes concertgoers on a ride through four decades of Celine Dion’s greatest songs, from timeless classics like The Power of Love and It's All Coming Back to Me Now to the soulful All By Myself and the epic ballad My Heart Will Go On. Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 to book.

4 Showaddywaddy, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Friday February 13

Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, the veteran retro rock'n’rollers have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the world extensively. Expect the likes of Under the Moon of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, When and Blue Moon. Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 to book.

5 Double Indemnity, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, until Saturday February 14

Set in Los Angeles during the 1930s, amid the wreckage of the Great Depression, Double Indemnity follows Walter Huff, a sharp-eyed insurance salesman who has built his career spotting scams. But when he meets the dangerously seductive Phyllis Nirdlinger to discuss her husband’s life insurance policy, he is drawn into a web of lust, greed, and betrayal. Together, they plot the perfect crime: murder the husband, cash in the policy, and vanish into the Californian sunset. But passion clouds judgment and guilt corrodes even the most perfect of plans. As their conspiracy unravels and mistrust festers, Walter and Phyllis find themselves battling not only the law, but each other.

Inspired by Billy Wilder’s legendary film noir masterpiece, Double Indemnity is based on James M Cain’s thrillingly amoral masterpiece of murder, deceit and desire, adapted for the stage by Tom Holloway and directed by Oscar Toeman. Mischa Barton leads the cast, making her long-awaited UK stage debut as the ultimate femme fatale. Barton is a versatile actress with a career spanning over two decades, working with such acclaimed directors and writers such as Richard Attenborough, Roland Joffé, M. Night Shyamalan, James Lapine and Naomi Wallace. Born in London, Barton quickly made her mark in the entertainment industry with her debut film role in Lawn Dogs (1997). From there, she continued to showcase her versatility in a variety of film and television projects, including the hit supernatural thriller The Sixth Sense (1999) and the critically acclaimed drama series Once and Again (2002-2003). But it was her role as Marissa Cooper in the hit television series The O.C. (2003-2006) that truly launched Barton to superstardom. Her portrayal of the troubled yet loveable character resonated with audiences worldwide, cementing her place in pop culture and earning her widespread critical acclaim with critics praising her nuanced portrayal of a complex character.

Visit www.trch.co.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

6 Flowers and Friendship Bracelets, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Tuesday February 17

The dazzling stage show is packed with music and dance, celebrating friendship, fun and the music of Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Miley Cyrus and Chappell Roan. Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 to book.

7 Music in the Round: Beethoven & Brahms, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Wednesday February 18

The audience will sitting just yards away from the acclaimed Ensemble 360, performing spine-tingling music on the Palace Theatre’s stage where the audience surround the performers on all sides. The musicians will perform one of Beethoven’s dynamic and ground-breaking ‘Razumovsky’ string quartets - a restless and passionate piece, full of power, turbulence and energy. Benjamin Britten’s playful and charming Three Divertimenti also features, alongside Brahms’s celebrated clarinet quintet, a sublime, colourful and profound work for clarinet and strings. Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 to book.

8 Music in the Round Family Concert: The Storm Whale, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Wednesday February 18, 11am

Benji Davies’ heart-warming tales of friendship, love and courage are brought to life through music specially written to accompany the book by Paul Rissmann. Visit mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call 01623 463133 to book.

9 The Beekeeper of Aleppo, Nottingham Playhouse, Saturday February 7 to Saturday February 28

Nuri is a beekeeper; his wife, Afra, an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo – until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war, they are forced to escape. On their terrifying journey, they must face the pain of their own unbearable loss alongside incredible danger. Above all, they must journey to find each other again. Based on the best-selling novel by Christy Lefteri, the production will feature Adam Sina (Motive and the Cue, National Theatre) as Nuri and Farah Saffari (Sex Education, Netflix) as Afra. Call 0115 941 9419 or visit nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk to book.

10 Talon – The Best of Eagles, Majestic Theatre, Retford, February 14

The world-renowned seven-piece have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK. Their new show will once again feature the Eagles’ timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes, Life In The Fast Lane and many more. Visit majesticretford.org to book.