STAGE: Jim Davidson: Lighthouse, Poole Controversial comic Jim Davidson may have re-located to Dubai but it doesn't mean that he's becoming a stranger to these shores as a performer. He brings his latest triple X-rated, adults only stand-up show to Lighthouse in Poole on Tuesday (August 30). He's also at Weymouth Pavilion on Monday (August 29). Telephone 01202 685222 (Poole) 01305 783225 (Weymouth).

That'll Be The Day: Bournemouth Pavilion. THAT long-time Bournemouth summer favourite is back for a tenth season in the town. Feelgood rock 'n' roll musical That'll BeThe Day romps through the golden era of popular music from the 50s to the 70s and beyond. It's formula - lots of sketches and fun-filled routines and a soundtrack of instantly recognisable hits never fails to get the audience rocking along. It opened on Tuesday and plays until tomorrow night (Saturday Aug 27) and will be back again from Tuesday September 6 to Saturday September 17. It also plays Weymouth Pavilion this Sunday (Aug 28). Telephone 0870 111 3000.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: Bournemouth Pavilion More sparking family entertainment arrives at the Pavilion on Monday (August 29) in the form of the latest touring production of that sure-fire favourite Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in which the Biblical story of Joseph, his 11 brothers and his coat of many colours gets the Lloyd Webber treatment complete with instantly recognisable soundtrack. Runs until Saturday September 3. Telephone 0870 111 3000.

Hooked On Laughter: Bournemouth Pier Theatre Variety entertainment is back at the Pier again on Monday. After several years of indifferent audiences for traditional end of pier farce the 2005 summer season has undergone a change of tack with Hooked On Laughter, a show full of comedy, music and magic which has already made its mark at resorts like Torquay and Eastbourne. The long-running show plays Monday to Thursday evenings and Friday matinees. Telephone 0870 111 3000.

Hugh Lennon and Hypnodog : Twisters Comedy Club. Like owner like pet. Stage hypnotist Hugh Lennon heads for Bournemouth on Thursday (Sep 1) with his extraordinary pet Labrador Hypnodog. As his name suggests the crafty canine with saucer-like eyes can hypnotise people. The duo play the new Twisters Club in Albert Road, Bournemouth. Telephone: 01202 789400

Irish and African Storytelling: Regent Centre, Christchurch Two story-tellers - Irishman Kevin Graal and Ghanaian Inno Sorsy show that you really can't beat a good yarn when they bring traditional tales from their respective homelands to the Regent Centre on Sunday. Part of the Sting in the Tale Festival of Stories organised by East Dorset Arts , Leisure and Entertainment, it is suitable for anyone aged 12 or over. Telephone 01202 499148.

Bobby Davro: Weymouth Pavilion. Funnyman Davro returns on Tuesday (August 30) for his regular weekly summer show at Weymouth. Telephone 01305 783225

Legends of Comedy: Weymouth Pavilion Trades descriptions may be in for a few phone calls. The "legends" in question are in fact Cannon and Ball and the Grumbleweeds. They play Weymouth every Friday until September 2. Telephone 01305 783225

MUSIC George Melly: The End of the Week Show: Bournemouth Pavilion The inimitable Mr Melly dons one of his outrageously wonderful suits and heads for Bournemouth tonight to deliver an evening of jazz at the latest End of the Week Show cabaret night. The veteran singer, writer, broadcaster, wit and raconteur will be accompanied by Digby Fairweather's Half Dozen and supported by escapologist Danny Buckler. Telephone 0870 111 3000

Poole Park Festival: Poole Park Veteran Dorset pop star Ray Dorset and his band Mungo Jerry headline the live music line-up at the Poole Park Festival on Sunday and Monday. Also appearing will be the Graham Mack Blues Band, tribute outfit RU 40, Don't Untie The Drummer, Rockin' The Joint Derrin Nauendorf and the Ian Parker Band. There's much more besides with attractions that include everything from flight simulators to Chinese cookery demonstrations. The music starts on Sunday at 1.00pm.

A Night at the Musicals: Bournemouth Pier Theatre. Duncan Breeze leads a troupe of excellent singers and dancers through a toe-tapping, feelgood selection of big numbers that have caused a sensation on the London and New York stage. With two different formats this show covers a huge election of musical blockbusters and runs every Sunday night through the summer. Telephone 0870 111 3000.

Bad Manners: Chapel Nightclub, Salisbury. ICONIC eighties band, Bad Manners and their larger than life frontman Buster Bloodvessel play a special charity gig in Salisbury on Bank Holiday Sunday (August 28) to raise funds for the city's Hospice. The gig at The Chapel Nightclub will be the band's first gig in Salisbury for an astonishing 24 years. Doors open at 9.00pm. Telephone 01722 416353

ABBA Magic: Bournemouth Pier Theatre YET another tribute to Sweden's greatest export as the Pier theatre becomes the scene of yet more homage to the Scandinavian hit-makers who made (believe it or not) a relatively minor impact back in the 1970s and 80s. However the myth-makers have upped the ante and now all things ABBA practically register on the Richter scale. Telephone 0870 111 3000.

Chas 'n' Dave: Weymouth Pavilion Rockney duo Chas 'n' Dave play another evening of music that plumbs influences ranging from vintage rock 'n' roll, to music hall. Gertcha selves darn to the pavilion for a right old knees-up. Telephone 01305 - 783225.

JK as Robbie Williams: Mr Kyps, Lower Parkstone. A big, big favourite at Kyps, JK this returns to Lower Parkstone tonight and tomorrow (sat August 27) in the guise of Robbie Williams. Let him entertain you! Telephone 01202 748945

2-Tonic:The Brook, Southampton. They bill themselves as "the south's finest ska band" - quite a boast. Suffice to say this 2-Tone tribute outfit have the uncanny ability to ratchet the danceability dial right up to eleven. Tomorrow finds REM tribute outfit Stipe in action at The Brook . Telephone 023 8055 5366.