1 EVITA
Michael Grandage’s highly anticipated new production of the musical, with the Argentine star Elena Roger as Eva Perón, Philip Quast as Juan Perón and Matthew Rawle as Che. Adelphi Theatre, Strand, WC2 (www.evitathemusical.com 0870 4030303), from Wed
2 SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER
Braham Murray directs a sparkling revival of Oliver Goldsmith’s comedy starring Desmond Barrit and Alison Pargeter. Royal Exchange Theatre, St Ann’s Square, Manchester (www.royalexchange.co.uk 0161-833 9833), until Jul 1
3 ANIMAL FARM
Final performances for Sir Peter Hall’s musical adaptation of Orwell’s politically allegorical novel. This revival, by Stephen Edwards, is the first since the work’s premiere ten years ago. Derby Playhouse, Theatre Walk, Eagle Centre (www.derbyplayhouse.co.uk 01332 363275), until Jun 24
4 ANYTHING GOES
Sandra Dickinson stars in Cole Porter’s classic musical comedy set aboard a transatlantic luxury cruise liner. Theatre Royal, Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne (www.theatreroyal.co.uk 0870 9055060), from Mon
5 ENEMIES
Final performances for David Hare’s version of Maxim Gorky’s resonant drama of social discord. Michael Attenborough directs, and Jack Davenport, Sean Chapman, Amanda Drew and Amanda Root star. Almeida Theatre, N1 (www.almeida.co.uk 020-7359 4404), until Jun 24