TAKE 35 blokes from North Wiltshire. First, get them to grow beards. Then, dress them in black and silly hats. Finally throw them on stage and there you have it: The Magnificent AK47.

The singers will be joined by Swindon Community Choir (formerly known as Swindon Scratch Choir), the town’s all-inclusive acapella group for a musical extravaganza not to be missed at the Arts Centre on May 22.

Expect an evening of emotional melodies with a good lashing of humour thrown in for good measure. The show will start at 7.30pm. Tickets are £9. To book call 01793 524481 or go to swindontheatres.co.uk.