The Great Hall

The BAFTA-winning actor, comedian and director shares reflections from his new book, with over 500 of his 'colossal notions'. Suits fans of The IT Crowd and Submarine, aged 16 and over.

The naturalist tells stories from a lifetime of curiosity, showing specimens from his own collection and sharing practical ways to act in a time of crisis. Suits nature lovers and fans of his TV work.

A former Secretary of State and broadcaster tells stories from his life on stage, from his refugee father's escape from Spain to his time in government and his railway travels. Suits fans of politics, history and travel.

An evening of popular classical music in the style of the Last Night of the Proms, with an orchestra, choirs, a soprano soloist and a compère. Since 2007 the concert has raised money for FORCE Cancer Charity.

The choir's 180th anniversary season opens with Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, performed with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, soloists and young players and singers from across Devon. Suited to choral fans who enjoy big orchestral works.

Stand-up comedian Fin Taylor returns to live audiences with a new show, following his chart-topping podcast. Expect bold, fast-paced stand-up. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, with conductor Mark Wigglesworth and soprano Olivia Boen, plays Britten's Sinfonia da Requiem and Mahler's Fourth Symphony. Suited to classical fans, marking 50 years since Britten's death.

Comedian Troy Hawke's new show navigates awkward conversations, angry security guards and crossed wires, both online and in real life. For fans of observational comedy from a video-first performer. Age 14 and over.

The 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, with top vocalists, plays big-band versions of festive and non-festive classics. For fans of Nat King Cole, Sinatra and Judy Garland, and anyone who loves big-band swing.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra's festive Pops concert, with pianist and singer Joe Stilgoe, a jazzy first half and a hamper of Christmas favourites. Suits orchestral fans and anyone who enjoys jazz and festive classics.

A feel-good Christmas concert with well-known festive songs such as All I Want for Christmas Is You, Last Christmas and Let It Snow, running about two hours with an interval. Suits all ages, from toddlers to grandparents.

Wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin shares behind-the-scenes tales and footage from his filming expeditions around the world. For anyone interested in nature, wildlife filmmaking and the natural world, all ages.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Mark Wigglesworth with Boris Giltburg on piano, plays Bizet's Carmen Suite, Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 4 and Der Rosenkavalier. Suits classical fans who love romantic, virtuosic music.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra plays Nielsen, Grieg, Adès and Rachmaninov under Chloé Van Soeterstède, with pianist Eva Gevorgyan in Grieg's Piano Concerto. For lovers of orchestral music.

The BSO plays Bernstein's Age of Anxiety with pianist David Fray, alongside Ravel's Valses nobles et sentimentales and Stravinsky's The Firebird. For classical music fans who enjoy big orchestral works.

Former elite operator Jason Fox shares stories of hostile places and strategies for surviving and thriving, with a Q&A. For anyone wanting motivation to challenge their limits and change their habits.

Romesh Ranganathan's satirical show promises quick fixes for self-esteem and family problems, with the sharp observational humour he is known for. For fans of observational comedy.

Cornish group Fisherman's Friends announce a 36-date UK tour of theatres and concert halls, with harmonies and humour, and launch their first festival in Cornwall. For fans of close harmony and Cornish folk.

Cricket broadcasters Jonathan Agnew and Phil Tufnell talk through English cricket, from the T20 World Cup to the future of the Test team, with stories from their careers. For cricket fans and sports banter lovers.

Triple BAFTA-winning stand-up Mo Gilligan, host of The Lateish Show and a Masked Singer judge, brings his new tour. For fans of warm, personal stand-up.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra plays John Williams's music from the whole Star Wars saga, with the full orchestra conducted by Pete Harrison. For film music fans and Star Wars lovers.

Astronaut Colonel Chris Hadfield on the Artemis missions and the return of humans to the Moon, drawing on his three spaceflights and his time commanding the International Space Station. Includes a live Q&A.

An immersive courtroom show in which the audience acts as the jury, hears both sides of a real-life murder case and delivers a live verdict by QR code before the truth is revealed. For fans of true crime. Contains disturbing content.

Brighton singer-songwriter behind Let Her Go performs a one-man show of songs from his new album, Wild Love. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. For fans of his songs.

Four vocalists, former X Factor stars, sing showstoppers from musical theatre, from Les Mis and Phantom to Wicked, with harmony and dance. For fans of musical theatre and big vocal harmonies.

This cabaret trio return with a brand-new show of songs, written with what they call human neural networks and performed with pianist Michael Roulston. For fans of witty, glamorous cabaret.

Jimmy Carr's brand-new show of fast, dark one-liners, which he says are just jokes rather than the terrible things. For fans of his dark, provocative style who can take a joke.

Tom Allen returns to the stage after his sell-out tour Completely, with a new show that catches up on his TV work, memoirs and debut novel. For fans of his TV and podcast work.