11. Justin Fletcher looks forward to starring in Aladdin

The first Christmas party of 2011 has already taken place and, dear reader, it was a ball.

12. Matthew Garrett brings his magic to Sunny Saturdays

Those of you who have been along to Sunny Saturdays in the town centre will already know that the weekly summer entertainments are magical, but this week’s act will prove it once and for all.

13. The Woman In White at Yvonne Arnaud

In the auditorium, the lights are going down, the excited chatter subdues and the cast are waiting nervously in the wings as they prepare for the curtain to go up.

14. As if by magic... Mr Benn's on stage

15. The Outside Track at Nettlebed Folk Club

A local folk club is tuning up for its autumn session, which gets underway on Monday.

16. Progress Theatre present Proof

To launch its 65th season, Reading-based amateur theatre company Progress is producing its take on an award-winning play.

17. A Sentimental Journey at The Mill at Sonning

Que sera sera sang Doris Day – whatever will be will be. For The Mill at Sonning’s Sally Hughes, the maxim is certainly true.

18. Royal County of Berkshire show this weekend

It's a right royal celebration and it’s taking place this weekend.

19. All Shook Up at The Hexagon

If you feel the ground trembling next week, there’s no need to panic – Reading’s being all shook up.

20. Peugeot 508 RXH promises exclusivity

A new Peugeot is so exclusive that just 30 of the limited edition vehicles will make it to the UK next year.