THE MAIN EVENT
The TV Show: Poldark
Shiver me pilchards! There may not be any scything but Aidan Turner’s hunky torso does make a welcome return (above) as series four of the bodice-ripping Cornish saga begins. Tonight, BBC1, 9pm
The Comedy Show: Bill Bailey
Expect supreme silliness in Liverpool (Tue), Warrington (Wed, Thu) and High Wycombe (Fri, Sat) as the funnyman’s Larks In Transit tour draws to a close
The Film: Jurassic World – Fallen Kingdom
The dinosaurs face extinction (again) in this action-packed sequel. Out now
The Play: Translations
Ciarán Hinds (above with Dermot Crowley) is magnificent in this revival of Brian Friel’s moving play about language and its ability to divide us. Until Aug 11, Olivier stage, National Theatre, London
The Art Show: Edward Bawden
Graphic designer, illustrator, painter. Bawden’s versatility is celebrated by the Dulwich Picture Gallery in a charming show (Gnat And Lion, above). Until Sep 9
The Cinema Event: Swan Lake
Tickets may be sold out to see the Royal Ballet’s first new production of the Tchaikovsky classic in 30 years, but thankfully it’s being screened live to cinemas on Thursday. roh.org.uk/cinemas
The Gig: Jay-Z And Beyoncé
The Drunk In Love couple wrap up the UK leg of their OTR II tour with gigs in Manchester (Wed) and London (Fri, Sat)
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