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Until 6 MAR
Hedda Gabler
Thrilling, enigmatic, destructive – Hedda Gabler is one of theatre’s most irresistible heroines. Played by international star of stage and screen, Rosamund Pike, perhaps best known for her film portrayals of Bond villainess Miranda Frost in Die Another Day and Jane Bennet in Pride and Prejudice and also featuring Robert Glenister (Hustle) and Tim McInnerny (Blackadder), this truly does have a star-studded cast. Theatre Royal; 01225 448844

Until 13 MARCH
Shakespeare 
Unplugged Festival
A great selection of Shakespeare, deconstructed and reconstructed for a 21st century audience. Enjoy international productions alongside some familiar British gems and emerging young talent from Bath and beyond. The Ustinov, the egg, the Little Theatre Cinema and B&NES Schools will all take part in three weeks of exciting and accessible Bard magic. Theatre Royal; 01225 448844

1 – 3 MARCH
Coriolanus: A Work-In-Progress
Coriolanus:, war hero, saviour of Rome, feared and loathed by the Roman people. Greyscale present open rehearsals and a work-in-progress showing of their new production of Shakespeare’s gripping tragedy. Ustinov Theatre; 01225 448844

4 MARCH
Luke Wright
4 Talent Award Winner, Aisle16 founder and writer of C4’s Seven Ages of Love Luke Wright returns with his fourth solo show. Set against a backdrop of grotty Travelodges, Luke tells the story of his ten years on stage. 8pm, The Rondo. 01225 444003

4 – 6 MARCH
And Then There Were None
10 strangers are brought together to Indian Island by letter of invitation from an unknown party. By the end of the first evening, a voice has accused them of murder and one of them is dead. Is the killer one of the group or an outside force? 7.30pm, Mission Theatre; 01225 428600

5 MARCH
Rosie Wilby: The Science Of Sex
Funny Women Finalist investigates the science of attraction, sexual chemistry and sexual identity with spoof experiments and handmade props. What makes us gay or straight? What turns us on? What are pheromones? Why do we kiss? 8pm, The Rondo. 01225 444003

Homemade Shakespeare
The unique Nola Rae, from the London Mime Theatre, returns to the Ustinov after numerous sell-out visits, to take you on a rollercoaster ride of the imagination. 8pm, Ustinov Theatre; 01225 448844

6 MARCH
Tom Wrigglesworth’s Open Return Letter To Richard Branson
Tom Wrigglesworth’s Open Return Letter To Richard Branson is about being proud and making a stand. Having witnessed a Virgin train manager abuse his position, Tom tells Richard in a letter how random acts of kindness can make good triumph over evil. Rondo Theatre; 01225 444003

Dance3
Touring the UK, National Dance Network showcases the best up-and-coming choreographers and their collaborators, each with an exceptional track record. 7.30pm,
ICIA Arts Theatre, University of Bath; 01225 386777

7 MARCH
Happy Birthday Fascinating Aida!
Britain’s top female comedy trio are 25 years old.  Well, actually, they’re older than that, but the girls have decided their silver jubilee can be celebrated for a few more years. Theatre Royal; 01225 448844

8 – 13 MARCH
The Secret of Sherlock Holmes
The Secret of Sherlock Holmes pits the master detective against his deadliest enemy, Professor James Moriarty. Theatre Royal; 01225 448844

10 – 13 MARCH
Shelter
Combining caustic wit and searing drama, Shelter, the new play from Rondo Artistic Director Ian McGlynn, looks at how homelessness happens – and how hard it is to escape. 8pm, The Rondo. 01225 444003

11 – 13 MARCH
The Tempest
A visually stunning, dreamlike performance of The Tempest, one of Shakespeare’s most enduring plays. This beautiful stripped down interpretation of the play cuts to the heart of the work – with three actors, exquisite images and multi-layered sound-scapes. Ustinov Theatre; 01225 448844

17 – 20 MARCH
Footloose
Footloose, the smash hit West-End musical, tells the story of Ren, a city kid, struggling to adapt his life from the bustling city to an ultra-conservative backwater midwestern town. 7.30pm, ICIA Arts Theatre, University of Bath; 01225 386777

20 MARCH
The Department of Smelling Pistakes
Following the success of 20,000 Leagues Under the Office, Publick Transport presents a new comedy set in Russia where two civil servants jostle for power. 8pm, The Rondo. 01225 444003

21 MARCH
Balletboyz Present: The Talent
BalletBoyz artistic directors Michael Nunn and William Trevitt are thrilled to present their most dynamic project to date, produced and directed by the award-winning duo and featuring their trademark behind-the-scenes films. 7.30pm, Theatre Royal; 01225 448844

22 – 27 MARCH
Spike Milligan’s Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall
Spike Milligan’s celebrated war memoirs are brought to life in this gloriously exuberant hit comedy drama. Theatre Royal; 01225 448844

24 – 27 MARCH
Alan Bennett’s Kafka’s Dick
Tedious Kafka aficionado Sydney and his frustrated wife are visited by a reincarnated Franz Kafka and his friend Max Brod. This surreal play includes a supernatural tortoise, hidden quiche and a finale in Heaven. The Rondo; 01225 444003