This week's picks include an evening of Abba, a medley from the musicals, a show for toddlers and dancers pushing the bounds of reality.

BEYOND THE BARRICADE, Congress Theatre, Eastbourne, February 7 This show from the UK's leading musical theatre concert is in its fifth year and features songs from the world's greatest musicals. An acclaimed cast of performers from Les Miserables perform numbers from classics such as Sunset Boulevard, Miss Saigon, The Lion King and Chicago. This show is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Starts 7.30pm and tickets are £12-£14. Call 01323 412000 for details.

OILY CART- JUMPING BEANS, Gardner Arts Centre, Falmer, February 7-8 A multi-sensory show which aims to introduce the very youngest child to the theatre.

Hop, Skip, Jump and a variety of versatile puppets tell the story of a little girl who likes to jump on her bed, in the trees and over clouds.

Shows for two to four-year-olds start at 10.30am and 1.30pm, for six months to two-year-olds from 11.30am and for four to six-year-olds at 4pm only. Tickets cost £5. Call 01273 685861.

RETINA DANCE COMPANY- X:, Gardner Arts Centre, Falmer, February 11 This show explores what is real and what is manipulation. Trapped in a game of survival, the dancers are unsure of their purpose but are aware an element is missing from their lives. Four dancers compete for X by surrendering to physical tasks required for success. Audience perceptions are challenged as the pressure mounts and their search becomes frantic. Starts 8pm, tickets £11/£9. Call 01273 685861.

SINGALONG ABBA, Pavilion Theatre, Worthing, February 12, and Hawth, Crawley, February 13 Forget Bjorn Again and all the other tribute bands. The most classic sing-a-long band is being brought to us. A live band performs on stage and subtitles are added so anyone can join in. The interactive experience is made more fun with a fancy-dress contest and party bags. Starts 8pm (Worthing) and 7.30pm (Crawley), tickets £15. Call 01903 206206 (Worthing) 01293 553636 (Crawley).